Metro Detroit Events Calendar
South Lyon to Plymouth, Stay in the Know About Local Fun, Festivals, and Family Activities
Looking for something fun
to do this weekend?
Our local events calendar keeps you up-to-date on what’s happening across Metro Detroit—whether you’re in South Lyon, Milford, Livonia, Novi, Brighton, Plymouth, or Howell.
From food truck rallies and farmers markets to concerts and community festivals, you’ll find something for everyone. Check back often—we’re always updating with the latest happenings around town!
Reoccurring Events
Howell Farmers Market
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Date & Time: Sundays, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
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Location: North State Street Parking Lot, Downtown Howell
Local produce, handmade goods, plants, and more are available weekly at this community market.
Website: https://downtownhowell.org/events
Royal Oak Farmers Market
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Date & Time: Saturdays, 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM
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Location: 316 E 11 Mile Rd, Royal Oak, MI
Year-round market offering fresh produce, meats, and artisan goods.
Website: https://romi.gov/1533/Farmers-Market
South Lyon Farmers Market
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Date & Time: Saturdays, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM (May through October)
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Location: Municipal Parking Lot at the corner of Liberty and Pontiac Trail, Downtown South Lyon
This seasonal market features locally grown produce, handmade goods, flowers, baked items, and more from regional vendors.
Website: https://sites.google.com/southlyonfarmersmarket.org/website/home
Ann Arbor Farmers Market
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Date & Time: Wednesdays & Saturdays, 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM (year-round)
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Location: 315 Detroit Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
A year-round farmers market offering fresh produce, flowers, meats, baked goods, and locally made products from Michigan growers and makers.
Website: https://www.a2gov.org/parks-and-recreation/parks-and-places/ann-arbor-farmers-market/
Milford Farmers Market
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Date & Time: Thursdays, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM (May 8 – October 9, 2025)
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Location: East Liberty Street between S. Main St. & Union St., Downtown Milford
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Showcasing local farmers, producers, and artisans with goods grown or made in Michigan
Website: https://www.milfordfarmersmarket.org
Concerts in the Park – South Lyon
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Date & Time: Fridays, June 20 – August 22, 2025 (no concert on July 4), 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
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Location: Gazebo in Historic McHattie Park
Free weekly concerts featuring a variety of local bands and musicians in a relaxed outdoor setting.
Website: https://www.slahs.net/calendar-of-events/upcoming-events
Concerts at the Courthouse – Howell
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Date & Time: Fridays, July 4 – August 29, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
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Location: Historic Livingston County Courthouse, 200 E Grand River Ave, Howell, MI 48843
Free live music every Friday night featuring rock, country, and tribute performances, hosted by the Livingston Arts Council.
Website: https://downtownhowell.org/events/concerts-at-the-courthouse-2
Food Truck Fridays – Downtown Pinckney
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Date & Time: Fridays – June 20, July 18, August 15, 2025, Headliner Bands 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
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Location: Village Square, Downtown Pinckney
Food trucks, vendors, and live music from featured bands. Family-friendly and open to the public.
June 2025
Ya'ssoo Greek Festival
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Date & Time: June 6–8, 2025
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Location: St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church, 3109 Scio Church Rd, Ann Arbor, MI
A lively festival featuring Greek food, live music, folk dance performances, church tours, raffles, and more.
Website: annarborgreekfestival.org
Hamburg Family Fun Fest
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Date & Time: June 11–15, 2025
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Location: Manly W. Bennett Memorial Park, 10411 Merrill Rd, Whitmore Lake, MI 48189
Carnival rides, fireworks, live entertainment, and family-friendly activities.
Website: explorebrightonhowellarea.com/annual-events/hamburg-family-fun-fest
Ann Arbor Summer Festival
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Date & Time: June 13–29, 2025
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Location: Various locations in Ann Arbor, MI
Enjoy live music, headliners, family fun, wellness exercises, and more at one of Michigan's largest summer festivals.
Website: a2sf.orgBrighton
Country Boots & Beats Festival
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Date & Time: Saturday, June 21, 2025
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Location: Downtown Brighton, MI
Live country music, food vendors, and family fun in the heart of downtown.
Website: business.brightoncoc.org/events/details/2025-brighton-country-boots-beats-46083
Big Play Day at Nichols Arboretum
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Date & Time: June 21, 2025, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
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Location: Nichols Arboretum, 1610 Washington Hts, Ann Arbor, MI
A free outdoor play event with nature-themed activities, crafts, and discovery zones for kids and families.
Website: events.umich.edu/event/131160
Kiwanis & Modded Detroit Kar Show
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Date & Time: Saturday, June 21, 2025, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
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Location: South Lyon High School, South Lyon, MI
Car show featuring classic and modified vehicles presented by Kiwanis and Modded Detroit.
Website: facebook.com/SouthLyonKiwanisClub/posts/1104040498437619
Michigan Challenge Balloonfest
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Date & Time: June 27–29, 2025
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Location: Howell High School, Howell, MI
Hot air balloon launches, entertainment, family activities, and more during this multi-day festival.
Website: michiganchallenge.com
July 2025
Bay City Fireworks Festival
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Date & Time: July 3–5, 2025
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Location: Saginaw River, Bay City, MI
Three days of fireworks, carnival rides, river cruises, and concerts for families to enjoy over the holiday weekend.
Website: baycityfireworksfest.net
Taste of Brighton Festival
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Date & Time: July 11–12, 2025
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Location: Downtown Brighton, MI
Two-day street festival with food, live entertainment, and shopping from local vendors.
Website: believeinbrighton.com/a-taste-of-brighton-festival
Milford Memories Summer Festival
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Date & Time: July 11–13, 2025
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Location: Downtown Milford, MI
Arts and crafts vendors, music, food, and family activities across three days.
Website: slahs.net/calendar-of-events/upcoming-events
Rolling Sculpture Car Show
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Date & Time: Friday, July 11, 2025, 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM
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Location: Main Street, Downtown Ann Arbor, MI
Showcasing over 300 antique, classic, and concept cars in downtown Ann Arbor.
Website: mainstreetannarbor.org/rolling-sculpture
The Wiz – Kid-Friendly Broadway Musical
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Date & Time: July 17–29, 2025
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Location: Fisher Theatre, Detroit, MI
A musical retelling of “The Wizard of Oz” with singing, dancing, and vibrant staging — suitable for children and families.
Website: littleguidedetroit.com
Ann Arbor Art Fair
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Date & Time: July 17–19, 2025
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Location: Downtown Ann Arbor, MI
One of the largest art fairs in the nation, featuring artists from across the country, live entertainment, and interactive exhibits.
Website: theannarborartfair.com
Motorfest Car Show
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Date & Time: Saturday, July 26, 2025, 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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Location: Downtown South Lyon, MI
An all-day car show featuring classic and modern vehicles, live music, food vendors, and family-friendly activities.
Website: lakestreetcruisein.com
Buy Michigan Now Festival
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Date & Time: August 1–3, 2025
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Location: Downtown South Lyon, MI
A celebration of Michigan-based businesses, featuring local vendors, entertainment, food, and family-friendly activities.
Website: buymichigannow.com/events/bmnfest
Owl Festival
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Date & Time: August 2, 2025, 6:00 PM
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Location: Howell Nature Center, 1005 Triangle Lake Road, Howell, MI 48843
An evening celebrating owls with live demonstrations and educational programs in a family-friendly outdoor setting.
Website: howellnaturecenter.org/event/owl-festival-3
National Blueberry Festival
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Date & Time: August 7–10, 2025
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Location: Downtown South Haven, MI
Parades, pie-eating contests, live music, crafts, a 5K run, and kids’ games — all celebrating blueberries.
Website: blueberryfestival.com
Milford Memories Summer Festival
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Date & Time: August 8–10, 2025
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Location: Downtown Milford, MI
Three-day festival featuring over 300 artists, live entertainment, food, beer tent, and family-friendly activities.
Website: milfordmemories.com
Cheeseburger in Caseville Festival
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Date & Time: August 8–18, 2025
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Location: Caseville, MI
Ten-day beach-themed event with sandcastle contests, a giant kids’ parade, music, and tropical food vendors.
Website: casevillechamber.com
Brighton Airport Fly-In and Car Show
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Date & Time: August 9, 2025, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
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Location: Brighton Airport, 8664 Hyne Rd, Brighton, MI
An event showcasing aircraft and classic cars, with opportunities to meet pilots and car enthusiasts.
Website: https://business.brightoncoc.org/events/
Royal Oak Dinner Stroll
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Date & Time: August 14, 2025, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
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Location: Downtown Royal Oak, MI
An evening of small plate tastings at various downtown Royal Oak restaurants during a casual summer stroll.
Website: romi.gov/1305/Events
Howell Melon Festival
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Date & Time: August 15–17, 2025
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Location: Downtown Howell, MI
A long-standing tradition in Howell celebrating the city’s agricultural history with a Melon Run, family fun, and plenty of melon treats.
Website: howellmelonfestival.com
Disney Descendants & Zombies: Worlds Collide Tour
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Date & Time: August 17, 2025
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Location: Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI
Live musical performance featuring characters from Disney’s Descendants and Zombies in a high-energy show for young fans.
Website: littleguidedetroit.com
Brighton Street Art Fair
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Date & Time: August 22–24, 2025
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Location: Downtown Brighton, MI
An art fair featuring regional artists, live music, food vendors, and activities for all ages.
Website: business.brightoncoc.org/events/details/2025-brighton-street-art-fair-46084
Arts, Beats & Eats
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Date & Time: August 29 – September 1, 2025
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Location: Downtown Royal Oak, MI
A large Labor Day weekend festival featuring fine art, national music acts, local food, and family entertainment.
Website: artsbeatseats.com
