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Popular Festivals Events in Detroit and Michigan2023 Listings Are On This Page. scroll down or click shortcuts. JANUARY FEBRUARY MARCH APRIL MAY JUNE JULY AUGUST Upcoming Concerts in Detroit and Michigan 2023click Mike's → Large List of Concerts Popular Events Fairs Shows Festivals in MichiganJanuary 1, 2024 (monday) New Year's Day January 12-15, 2023 (thu-sun) Ultimate Fishing Show - Detroit – at Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi, MI. January 14-22, 2023 Detroit Boat Show at Huntington Place Detroit (formerly TCF Center). The Premier boating event in Michigan. “The Detroit Boat Show is actually known as one of the best boat shows in the country in regards to size, sales, and attendance.” boatmichigan.org/detroit-boat-show facebook January 15, 2024 (monday) Martin Luther King Jr. Day January 13-16, 2023 (fri-mon) Shrine Circus - Flint at Dort Financial Center in Flint, MI. www.dorteventcenter.com www.ekshrine.com January 20-21, 2023 (fri-sat) Fire & Ice Festival in Rochester, MI (north of Detroit). annual event features ice sculptures, ice skating, fireworks, TasteFest, tube sledding, cross country skiing, dog sled rides, more. www.downtownrochestermi.com/whats-happening facebook January 20-22, 2023 (fri-sun) Shrine Circus - Saginaw at The Dow Event Center. www.doweventcenter.com www.ekshrine.com January 20-22 + 27-28, 2023 Tip Up Town USA (TUT) at Houghton Lake, MI (northern lower peninsula). Parade, Snowmobile Drag Racing, ice fishing contest, carnival rides, ice slide, polar bear dip, poker run, live entertainment, fireworks, more. Annually the last two weekends in January. www.houghtonlakechamber.net/tip-up-town-usa facebook January 21, 2023 (sat) Harlem Globetrotters in Rochester Hills, MI at Athletics Center O'rena (Oakland University). oaklandu...athletics-center-o-rena www.harlemglobetrotters.com January 22, 2023 (sun) Harlem Globetrotters in Grand Rapids, MI at Van Andel Arena. vanandelarena.com www.harlemglobetrotters.com January 25-29, 2023 (wed-sun) Zehnder's SnowFest in Frankenmuth, MI (mid lower peninsula). annual event, January 27-29, 2023 (fri-sun) Kalkaska Winterfest in Kalkaska, MI (northwest lower peninsula). ISDRA/IFSS Sled Dog Race, IWPA Weight Pull, craft show, more. kalkaskawinterfest.org facebook January 28, 2023 (sat) Port Huron's Chilly Fest (northeast of Detroit). chili cook-off, live entertainment, race/run, more. www.chillyfest.org facebook January 28, 2023 (sat) Heikinpäivä (main day) in Hancock, MI (U.P., upper peninsula). Finnish-American mid-winter festival associated with Heikki Day (St. Henrik's day). Parade, whipsleds and kicksleds, wife-carrying contest, food, polar bear dive, dance. Also workshops and more Jan 9-28. www.finlandia.edu/heikinpaiva facebook TBA Southeast Michigan Auto Show – at Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi, MI. www.southeastmichiganautoshow.com facebook January 29 - February 4, 2023 (sun-sat) I-500 - International 500 Snowmobile Race in Sault Ste. Marie, MI (Upper Peninsula). Race week has Qualifying Rounds, Woody's Challenge Pro-Am Race, Rookie Round-Up 15 lap event, Pub Crawl, Ice Skating, Vintage Snowmobiles Display, Awards Ceremony, more. Soo I-500 on Feb 4th features the only one-mile ice oval snowmobile track in North America. i-500.com facebook February 2-5, 2023 (thu-sun) Michigan International Auto Show in Grand Rapids, MI, at DeVos Place. www.showspan.com/MAS facebook February 2-5, 2023 (thu-sun) Perchville USA in Tawas, MI (East Michigan). tawas.com/event/2022-perchville-usa facebook February 3-5, 2023 (fri-sun) Plymouth Ice Festival in Plymouth, MI. annual event features about 100 ice sculptures, live music and entertainment, food, more. About 100,000 people attend each year. plymouthicefestival.com facebook February 3-5, 2023 (fri-sun) Winter Blast Royal Oak in Royal Oak, MI. outdoor skating rink, Winter Slide, ice sculptures, zip line rides, live music, food, more. www.winterblast.com February 9-12, 2023 (thu-sun) Detroit Shrine Circus at Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi, MI. “Yes, we have elephants, horses, the human cannonball, hula hoops, aerialists, clowns, Motorcycle Stunt Show.” and more. detroitshrinecircus.com facebook February 10-11, 2023 (fri-sat) Shanty Days in Caseville, MI (Thumb area). annual, events include Ice Fishing Contests, Chili Cookoff, Beer Tent, raffle, live entertainment, fireworks, more. casevillechamber.com + events dates February 12, 2023 (sun) Super Bowl LVII (57) (Super Bowl 2023) – game played in in Glendale, Arizona. www.nfl.com/super-bowl February 14, 2023 (tuesday) St. Valentine's Day February 16-20, 2023 (thu-mon) UP200, Midnight Run, Jack Pine 30 - Sled Dog Races in Western Upper Peninsula. “UP200 is one of America's premier 12-dog, mid-distance sled dog races, an Iditarod qualifying race, draws mushers from around the United States and Canada. Coinciding with the UP200 is the eight-dog Midnight Run, a race from Marquette to Munising. Plus the JackPine 30 with a six-dog, 30-mile sprint from Gwinn, Michigan to Marquette.” up200.org facebook February 20, 2023 (monday) Washington's Birthday / Presidents Day February 24-26, 2023 (fri-sun) AutoRama Detroit at Huntington Place Detroit (TCF Center, Cobo). February 25, 2023 (sat) Winter Beer Festival – outdoors at LMCU Ballpark in Comstock Park (near Grand Rapids). hundreds of local beers from Michigan breweries, plus local music, performers, ice sculptures and carving demonstrations, fire pits, food. www.mibeer.com/Events February 25, 2023 (sat) Trenary Outhouse Classic – Outhouse Races in Trenary, MI (U.P. – Upper Peninsula). Annual event, anyone can enter, kids to adults, cash and prizes awarded in various categories. www.trenaryouthouseclassic.com facebook February 27, 2023 (mon) WWE Raw at Van Andel Arena in Grand Rapids, MI. vanandelarena.com/events/main-events March 3-4, 2023 (fri-sat) Toughest Monster Truck Tour at Dow Event Center in Saginaw, MI. toughestmonstertrucks.com www.doweventcenter.com March 3-5, 2023 (fri-sun) The Michigan Golf Show at Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi, MI. “The Nations Largest Public Golf Show!” michigangolfshow.com freepfilmfestival.com facebook March 3-5, 2023 (fri-sun) Motor City Tattoo Expo 27th at Detroit Marriott Renaissance Center in Detroit. themotorcitytattooexpo.com facebook March 4, 2023 (sat) Paul Reiser at Macomb Center in Clinton Township. www.macombcenter.com/events/index.html March 8-12, 2023 (wed-sun) Gilda's LaughFest based in Grand Rapids and includes events throughout west Michigan annually averages more than 200 shows, 60+ performers. www.laughfestgr.org facebook March 10-12, 2023 (fri-sun) Michigan Horse Expo at Michigan State University Pavilion in East Lansing, MI. Over 300 horses representing different breeds, dozens of clinics, seminars, a rodeo, equine performances, educational events, vendor booths. www.mihorseexpo.com facebook March 11-12, 2023 (sat-sun) Monster Jam - Detroit – at Ford Field. www.monsterjam.com/en-US fordfield.com/...monster-jam-2023 March 12, 2023 (sun) St. Patrick's Parade - Detroit – annual parade on Michigan Avenue, a little west of Downtown Detroit. www.detroitstpatricksparade.com March 15-18, 2023 (wed-sat) Clare Irish Festival in Clare, MI (northern lower peninsula). annual Irish Festival has Irish Parade, Leprechaun Contest, live music, craft show, various contests, more. www.claremichigan.com/irish-festival facebook March 17, 2023 (friday) St. Patrick's Day – annual celebration of the Irish, parties almost everywhere across the State and U.S.. Wear something green! Lots of local Irish info at → www.detroitirish.org March 21-26, 2023 (tue-sun) Ann Arbor Film Festival in Ann Arbor, MI. 2,743 Films submitted from 94 Countries. www.aafilmfest.org March 24-26, 2023 (fri-sun) Monster Jam - Grand Rapids – at Van Andel Arena. www.monsterjam.com/en-US vanandelarena.com March 26, 2023 (sun) Marche du Nain Rouge in Detroit. Annually, revelers gather to drive out and banish the evil spirit Nain Rouge. All are invited to the parade and after-parties. www.marchedunainrouge.com facebook TBA 2023 Michigan Winter Dog Classic at Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi, MI. annual event, more than 7,000 dogs, 160+ breeds. Also has judging, demonstrations, exhibitions, seminars, and more. www.michiganwinterdogclassic.com facebook April 1, 2023 (sat) Monroe Street Fair and Hash Bash Festival in Ann Arbor, MI. annual. monroestreetfair.com facebook April 6, 2023 (thu) Detroit Tigers Home Opener at Comerica Park in Detroit, Tigers vs Red Sox. www.mlb.com/tigers April 9, 2023 (sunday) Easter (Easter Sunday) April 26-30, 2023 (wed-sun) National Trout Festival in Kalkaska, MI (northwest MI, near Traverse City). parade, carnival, kid's fishing contest, concert, car show, fireworks, more. annual. nationaltroutfestival.com facebook TBA 2023 (fri-sun) Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival in Vermontville, MI (west of Lansing). annual event with parade, carnival rides, syrup producers selling syrup, talent show, arts and crafts, flea market, petting zoo, princess pageant, free entertainment, pancake derby, more. www.syrupfest.org TBA 2023 (sun) Dawn Farm Ride for Recovery in Ypsilanti, MI. annual fundraiser to assist addicts and alcoholics in achieving long term recovery. www.dawnfarm.org/event/rideforrecovery facebook TBA 2023 Detroit Music Awards www.detroitmusicawards.net facebook TBA 2023 Freep Film Festival – in Detroit. freepfilmfestival.com facebook TBA Michigan International Women's Show southernshows.com/wde facebook May 5, 2023 (fri) Cinco de Mayo – an all-day Mexican celebration. May 6-14, 2023 Tulip Time Festival in Holland, MI (western Michigan). annual celebration of Dutch heritage and culture. Parades, Carnival, Klompen Dancers, music and variety shows, art and craft fair, fireworks, children's events, more. www.tuliptime.com facebook May 6-7, 2023 (sat-sun) Michigan Antique & Collectible Festival in Davisburg, MI, at Springfield Oaks County Park in northern Oakland County. “Michigan's Largest Antique & Collectible Festival. Also Mid-Michigan's Largest Classic Car Show.” miantiquefestival.com facebook May 6-8, 2022 (fri-sun) Nashville Hot Air Balloon Festival - in Nashville, MI (western/mid MI). Balloon Launches, Balloon Glows, tethered balloon rides, classic car show, more. www.nashvilleballoonfest.com facebook May 7, 2022 (sat) Spring Beer Festival in Traverse City – at Turtle Creek Stadium. www.mibeer.com/Events/spring-beer-festival May 12-14, 2023 (fri-sun) Mesick Mushroom Festival in Mesick, MI (northwest lower peninsula). – May 13, 2023 (sat) Blossomtime Festival Grand Floral Parade from St. Joseph to Benton Harbor, MI (southwestern Michigan). Pre-parade events include pageants, run/walk, more. www.blossomtimefestival.org May 14, 2023 (sunday) Mother's Day May 18-21, 2023 (thu-sun) National Morel Mushroom Festival in Boyne City, MI (Northwest Lower Peninsula). annual event has Taste of Morels, morel hunting, art & craft show, beer tent, carnival, more. www.bcmorelfestival.com May 19-21, 2023 (fri-sun) Motor City Comic Con at Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi, MI. annual multi-media event with over 1 million comics and collectables for sale and trade.” Comic books, writers, artists, anime, gaming, costumes, special guests, more. www.motorcitycomiccon.com facebook May 19-20, 2023 (fri-sat) World Expo of Beer (WEB) in Frankenmuth, MI, nearly 350 different beers from around the world. www.worldexpoofbeer.com facebook May 27-29, 2023 (sat-mon) Movement Electronic Music Festival in Detroit. movement.us facebook May 27, 2023 (sat) Petoskey Stone Festival at Barnes Park in Antrim County, MI (northwestern MI). annual Free festival honoring Michigan's State Stone. Entertainment, food, music, and activities for the entire family. petoskeystonefestival.com facebook May 29, 2023 (monday) Memorial Day TBA St. Mary's Polish Country Fair in Orchard Lake (northwest of Detroit). facebook List of fireworks shows in Michigan → michiganfireworks.com June 2-4, 2023 (fri-sun) Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix IndyCar racing in Downtown Detroit, MI. detroitgp.com facebook June 2-4, 2023 (fri-sun)) Festival of the Arts - Grand Rapids (West Michigan). A free community showcase of dance, music, art, food, plus activities. festivalgr.org June 3, 2023 (sat) Cruisin' 53 car show and car cruise on Van Dyke Ave in Warren and Center Line, MI (just north of Detroit), $2200 in cash prizes. www.cruisin53.com facebook June 3-4, 2023 (sat-sun) Michigan Antique & Collectible Festival in Midland, MI, at Midland County Fairgrounds. “Michigan's Largest Antique & Collectible Festival on 80 Acres. Also Mid-Michigan’s Largest Classic Car Show.” miantiquefestival.com facebook June 8-11, 2023 (thu-sun) Frankenmuth Bavarian Festival in Frankenmuth, MI (Mid Michigan). Live music, Carnival, German car show, German dancers, German foods, annual Sunday Big Parade, more. bavarianfestival.org facebook June 9-11, 2023 (fri-sun) Motor City Irish Fest (MCIF) in Livonia, MI (west of Detroit) at Greenmead Park on corner of Newburgh & 8 Mile. Bands, Irish Dance groups, Pipe and drum bands, Irish beer & food, more. motorcityirishfest.com facebook June 9-11, 2023 (fri-sun) Ya'ssoo Greek Festival in Ann Arbor at St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church. Greek music, dancers, open dancing, food, church tours, raffles, more. www.annarborgreekfestival.org facebook June 10, 2023 (sat) National Cereal Fest in Battle Creek, MI (southwest Michigan). Annual event in birthplace of the cereal industry has Grand Cereal Parade, demos, live entertainment and more. kelloggarena.com/cerealfest June 10, 2023 (sat)[scheduled] All American Wayne Road Cruise in Westland, MI (west of Detroit). annual car cruise on Wayne Rd from Joy Road to Glenwood Road. www.allamericancruise.com facebook June 15-17, 2023 (thu-sat) Liberty Fest in Canton, MI (west of Detroit). annual event has carnival rides, midway games, live music and dance, plus Liberty Run, fireworks, food, more. www.canton-mi.org/924/Canton-Liberty-Fest facebook June 16-18 2023 (fri-sun) Opa! Fest (Greek Festival) in Troy, MI (north of Detroit) at St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church. annual event features classic Greek Cuisine, Greek band and dancing, dance performances, cooking demonstrations, more. www.stnicholastroy.org/...opa!_fest facebook June 18, 2023 (sun) Father's Day June 19, 2023 (mon) Juneteenth June 21-25, 2023 (wed-sun) Bay-Rama Fishfly Festival in New Baltimore, MI (northeast of Detroit). annual event includes parade, fireworks, midway, talent show, live music, a DJ, Miss Bay-Rama and Her Court, eating contests, much more. www.bay-rama.com June 22-25 2023 (thu-sun) St. Stan's A.C. Polish Festival in Bay City, MI (East/Mid MI). Polka music, homemade Polish and American food, bingo, casino tent, carnival rides and games, raffles, entertainment tent with dance floor. annual. facebook June 22-25, 2023 (thu-sun) Taylor Summer Festival at Heritage Park in Taylor, MI (south of Detroit). festival features a Carnival/midway, Fireworks, free concerts, more. www.taylorfestival.com/437/Taylor-Summer-Festival facebook June 22-25, 2023 (thu-sun) Electric Forest annual outdoor music festival in Rothbury, MI, at the Double JJ Ranch. Local and national music acts, many music genres, camping available. electricforestfestival.com facebook June 23, 2023 (fri) Jobbie Nooner at Gull Island on Lake St. Clair (northeast of Detroit). annual JobbieNooner is an Adult Event, 18yrs and older Mardi Gras style boats and island party. jobbiecrew.com facebook June 23-25, 2023 (fri-sun) Michigan Challenge Balloonfest in Howell, MI. Annual event features balloon launches, carnival and entertainment. www.michiganchallenge.com June 23-25, 2023 (fri-sun) American Polish Festival & Craft Show at the American-Polish Century Club in Sterling Heights, MI (north of Detroit). Live Polka Music, Polish Dance Ensembles, Pierogi Eating Challenge, Polish/American Cuisine, more. Annually draws thousands of people. www.americanpolishfestival.com June 23-25, 2023 (fri-sun) Trenton Summer Festival in Trenton, MI (south of Detroit). street fair, beer tent, live entertainment, more. annual. www.trentonmi.org/763/Trenton-Summer-Festival facebook June 23-25, 2023 (fri-sun) Michigan Lavender Festival at Eastern Michigan Fairgrounds in Imlay City, MI. Lavender themed classes, artist workshops, over 175 Artists and Makers, harp music, more. themichiganlavenderfestival.com TBA 2023 National Strawberry Festival in Belleville, MI (west of Detroit). annual Father's Day event has Parade, Two Midways with Carnival Rides and Games, live music, car show, more. www.nationalstrawberryfest.com TBA 2023 (sat) National Asparagus Festival (NAF) in Hart, MI (West Michigan). annual event has Grand Parade, Asparagus Food Show, Arts & Crafts Fair, Motorcycle Run, 5k Run, Asparagus Queen, family activities, much more. www.nationalasparagusfestival.org facebook TBA 2023 A2SF in Ann Arbor, MI. annual event, multiple locations. a2sf.org facebook TBA 2023 (fri-sat) Mount Clemens Cruise annual Car Cruise and Car Show in Mount Clemens, MI (northeast of Detroit). Awards in many classes, plus live music, special attractions, more. Proceeds benefit local charities. www.mountclemenscruise.com facebook TBA 2023 (wed-sat) Hamburg Family Fun Fest in Hamburg Township (west of Detroit). annual event has Amusement rides, car show, arts & crafts, fireworks & laser show, special shows, more. hamburgfunfest.com facebook TBA 2023 (thu-sun) Rock 'n' Rides festival in Royal Oak, MI (just north of Detroit). 18 ride carnival, live music plus a dj stage, free arts & crafts, block party, food, more. www.rocknridesro.com TBA 2023 (thu-sun) Summerfest in Marysville (northeast of Detroit). annual event with large carnival midway, live local music, food, more. summerfestinmarysville.com facebook TBA 2023 (fri-sat) West Michigan Chalk Art Festival (WMCAF) in Byron Center, MI (south of Grand Rapids). All are invited to create their own art. www.wmcaf.com facebook TBA 2023 (sat) Cruisin' Gratiot car cruise in Eastpointe, MI (just north of Detroit). Annual with car shows and events on days before. www.cruisin-gratiot.com facebook TBA 2023 (tue-sun) Livonia Spree and Fireworks Extravaganza in Livonia, MI (west of Detroit). annual week-long city birthday party with Carnival, Live Music, food, more, and the 30-minutes Grand Finale Fireworks show on the last night. www.livoniaspree.com facebook TBA 2023 (mon) Ford Fireworks Detroit at Downtown Detroit Riverfront. Michigan's largest fireworks display, annual event. theparade.org TBA Detroit River Days at Detroit Riverfront. www.riverdays.com TBA Great Motor City Road Rally starting in Detroit, fundraiser St. Vincent de Paul Detroit. motorcityroadrally.com June 29 - July 2, 2023 (thu-sun) Rocket Mortgage Classic PGA tournament at Detroit Golf Club in Detroit, MI. Prelims start on June 28th. www.pgatour.com/tournaments/rocket-mortgage-classic.html facebook June 29 - July 4, 2023 (thu-tue) Battle Creek Field of Flight Air Show & Balloon Festival at W.K. Kellogg Airport in Battle Creek, MI (southwest Michigan). Air Shows, Hot-Air Balloons, Illumes, fireworks, carnival, live music, more. www.bcballoons.com List of fireworks shows in Michigan → michiganfireworks.com July 1-8, 2023 National Cherry Festival in Traverse City, MI (northwest lower peninsula). Annual event has Parades, U.S. Navy Blue Angels, national music entertainment, amusements midway, fireworks, cherry pie eating contest, cherry pit spitting contest, arts and crafts, beer tent, more than 150 events in total. www.cherryfestival.org facebook July 4, 2023 (tuesday) Independence Day USA (July 4th). July 7-16, 2023 Oakland County Fair at Springfield Oaks County Park in Davisburg, MI (northwest of Detroit). Carnival Rides & Amusements, various Livestock Shows, 4-H Exhibits, much more. annual event. www.oakfair.org facebook July 7-8, 2023 (fri-sat) Michigan Elvisfest in Ypsilanti. annual, one of the largest Elvisfest Concerts in North America. This not a contest but a true concert with spectacular performances by the best professional Elvis Tribute Artists in North America. www.mielvisfest.org facebook July 7-9, 2023 (fri-sun) Art In The Park in Plymouth, MI (west of Detroit). “41st year will welcome over 400 artists from around the U.S. offering paintings, sculpture, ceramics, jewelry, fiber, glass, woodwork, photography, folk art, more.” plus entertainment, cuisine. artinthepark.com facebook July 8, 2023 (sat)[scheduled] Cruisin' US12 (Michigan Avenue Car Cruise) – annual cruise on Michigan Ave based in Wayne, MI (west of Detroit) and includes the surrounding communities. www.cruisinus12.com facebook July 12-15, 2023 (wed-sat) Wyandotte Street Art Fair in Wyandotte, MI (Downriver, south of Detroit). annual, over 200,000 visitors, 200 fine artists, plus musicians, performers, crafters, food, more. wyandotte.net/arts_and_culture/street_art_fair/index.php facebook July 12-15, 2023 (thu-sat) Blue Water Festival (Port Huron's Boat Week) in Port Huron, MI (east Michigan). Annual prelude to the Bayview Mackinac Race. Free General Admission. Lighted Boat Parade, Carnival Rides and Amusements, Fireworks, live music, Boat Night with hundreds of sailboats on display, juried fine art fair, more. www.thebluewaterfest.com facebook
July 13-22, 2023 Ionia Free Fair in Ionia (northwest of Lansing). annual, Carnival/large fair Midway, Monster Truck Throwdown, Tractor Pull, Figure 8 Derby, Professional Championship Bullriders, Livestock Auction, SJO Supercross, Iona Idol, live music entertainment, food, more. www.ioniafreefair.com facebook July 13-15, 2023 (thu-sat) Blissfield River Raisin Festival in Blissfield, MI (lower Southeast Michigan). annual event has parade, fireworks, live music, pageant, more. www.riverraisinfestival.org facebook July 14-16, 2023 (fri-sun) Faster Horses Country Music Festival annual music and camping fest at Michigan International Speedway in Brooklyn, MI. fasterhorsesfestival.com facebook July 15, 2023 (sat) Bayview Mackinac Race (Port Huron To Mackinac Sailing Race). Annual Bayview sailing race is one of the greatest freshwater yacht races in the world and has a 298 statute mile course. a.k.a. Port Huron to Mackinac Island Yacht Race. (next year: July 20, 2024) www.byc.com bycmack.com TBA 2023 (thu-sun) Uncle Sam Jam in Woodhaven, MI (Downriver, south of Detroit), at Civic Center Park. annual, Free concerts, Carnival rides and games, Firework Display, food, more. www.unclesamjamfest.com facebook TBA 2023 (fri-sun) Festa Italiana at Freedom Hill Park in Sterling Heights. Italian heritage, music, food, drinks, fun. facebook July 19-22, 2023 (wed-sat) National Baby Food Festival (NBFF) in Fremont, MI (north of Grand Rapids) features a Grand Parade, Children's Parade, Baby Photo Contest, lots of kid's stuff, a wide variety of contests, musicians, car show, more. 3rd week of July. fremontcommerce.com/national-baby-food-festival facebook July 20-22, 2023 (thu-sat) Ann Arbor Art Fair in Ann Arbor, MI. Four Fairs combined into one event. www.annarbor.org/events/ann-arbor-art-fair www.artfair.org facebook
July 21-23, 2023 (fri-sun) Jackson Hot Air Jubilee (Balloon Festival) in Jackson, MI (Lower Michigan). annual event, Free Admission. 65-70 Hot Air Balloons, Balloon Night Glow at Dusk – tethered balloons put on a spectacular light show. Plus live entertainment, arts and crafts show, car show, more. www.hotairjubilee.com facebook July 21-22, 2023 (fri-sat) Summer Beer Festival - Ypsilanti in Ypsilanti, MI. approx 150 Michigan breweries, over 1,000 different craft beers, plus live music from Michigan bands. www.mibeer.com/Events/summer-beer-festival July 22, 2023 (sat)[tentative] Telegraph Cruise (car cruise) on Telegraph Road (US 24) in Taylor, Dearborn Heights, Dearborn and Redford Township (Southeast Michigan). www.exploretaylor.com/1212/Telegraph-Cruise TBA Roar On The River in Trenton, MI. trentonroarontheriver.com facebook TBA 2023 (sat-sun) Arab and Chaldean Festival at Hart Plaza in Downtown Detroit, free admission. www.arabandchaldeanfestival.com TBA 2023 (tue-sun) Traverse City Film Festival in Traverse City, MI. www.traversecityfilmfest.org facebook TBA 2023 (thu-sat) Munger Potato Festival in Munger, MI (East/Mid MI, near Bay City). Carnival, Parade, Entertainment, Lots of Potatoes, more. mungerpotatofest.com facebook TBA: Tall Ship Celebration in Bay City, MI. most recent in 2019. www.tallshipcelebration.com facebook TBA 2023 St. Clair Riverfest in St. Clair, MI (northeast of Detroit). www.stclairriverfest.com facebook TBA 2023 Muskegon Rockstock & Carnival in Muskegon, MI (western Michigan). Annual music festival rock benefit with bands, carnival rides, fireworks. www.muskegonrockstock.com facebook July 27-29, 2023 (thu-sat) Sterlingfest Art and Music Fair in Sterling Heights, MI (just north of Detroit). annual “Arts & Crafts Fair, variety of live music, evening concerts, family midway, children’s activities, food.” www.sterling-heights.net/714/Sterlingfest facebook July 28-30, 2023 (fri-sun) Yale Bologna Festival in Yale, MI (located in Michigan's thumb). annual “gathering of over 20,000 Bologna starved party-goers!” Parade, fireworks, street dance, car show, craft show, outhouses races, food, more. www.yalechamber.com/yale-bologna-festival.html July 28 - August 6, 2023 Grand Haven Coast Guard Festival in Grand Haven, MI (West Michigan). Parades, Fireworks, Carnival, Entertainment, Ship Tours, Street Dance, Car Show and more. Annual event celebrating the men and women of the United States Coast Guard. www.coastguardfest.org facebook July 29, 2023 (sat) Island Art Fair in Grand Ledge, MI. Juried fine arts and craft show, music, riverboat ride, food. facebook July 29-30, 2023 (sat-sun) Orchard Lake Fine Art Show in West Bloomfield, MI. annual “will showcase up to 150 renowned Juried Artists. Voted one of the top 100 art shows in America – eleven years in a row.” artsandeducationinc.org/event/orchard-lake-fine-art-show August 4-5, 2023 (fri-sat) Highland Games - 174th Annual at Greenmead Historical Park in Livonia, MI. Heavy Athletics, Ceilidh Scottish concert, Highland Dancing, Pipe & Drums, Whisky Tastings, more. highlandgames.com August 4-5, 2023 (fri-sat)[tentative] Fish Sandwich Festival in Bay Port, MI (in Michigan's thumb). facebook August 4-6, 2023 (fri-sun) Blue Water SandFest at the Fort Gratiot Light Station County Park in Port Huron, MI. Master Sand Sculpting and Advanced Amateur competition/festival. Contests, local and national live music, sand sculpting demonstrations, food, more. www.bluewatersandfest.com August 4-6, 2023 (fri-sun) Buy Michigan Now Festival in Northville, MI. Michigan-based businesses and Michigan-made products. buymichigannow.com/events/bmnfest-northville facebook August 5, 2023 (sat) Bud Bash Boating Party on South Shore of Houghton Lake, MI. annual. jobbiecrew.com/bud-bash August 5, 2023 (sat) WWE Summerslam at Ford Field. www.fordfield.com August 6, 2023 (sun) NASCAR FireKeepers Casino 400 at Michigan International Speedway (MIS) in Brooklyn, MI (southwest of Ann Arbor). NASCAR Camping World Truck Series on day before. www.mispeedway.com August 6, 2023 (sun) Clinton Township Gratiot Cruise annual car cruise on Gratiot Avenue in Clinton Twp, north of Detroit. “expects crowds of 200,000 people and thousands of classics.” There are many pre-cruise events including the August 6, 2023 (sun) Troy Traffic Jam Classic Car Show in Troy, MI. annual, over 200 classic cars, hot rods, muscle cars, specialty vehicles. www.troyhistoricvillage.org/troy-traffic-jam August 10-13, 2023 (thu-sun) National Blueberry Festival in South Haven, MI (West Michigan). nationally recognized annual event has Blueberry Central (everything blueberry), Parade, Blueberry Cook Off, Blueberry Pie Social, Blueberry Pancake Breakfasts, classic car show, arts & crafts fair, live entertainment, more. www.blueberryfestival.com facebook August 11-20, 2023 Cheeseburger in Caseville (Caseville, MI, is in Michigan's thumb). Celebrates the lifestyle and music made popular by Jimmy Buffett, and cheeseburgers. Parade of Tropical Fools, concerts, fireworks, more. www.casevillechamber.com/festivals... facebook August 11-12, 2023 (fri-sat) Coopersville Car Show in Coopersville, MI (northwest of Grand Rapids). Cars, Motorcycles & Trucks welcome. Event has entertainment, cruise night, trophies, food and more. coopersvillecarshow.com August 11-13, 2023 (fri-sun) Milford Memories Summer Festival in Milford, MI (northwest of Detroit). annual, has Juried Art show with over 260 artists and crafters from across the United States and Canada displaying and selling their work. Live Music and Entertainment, various tournaments, kid's area, food, more. www.milfordmemories.com facebook
August 11-13, 2023 (fri-sun) St. Johns Mint Festival in St. Johns City Park (Clinton County, Mid-MI). annual event has Grand Parade, rodeo, crafts show, live entertainment, more. www.mintfest.org facebook August 12-13, 2023 (sat-sun) Thunder Over Michigan Air Show at Willow Run Airport in Ypsilanti, MI (west of Detroit). Amazing performances! www.yankeeairmuseum.org/airshow August 14-20, 2023 (mon-sun) Armada Fair – 150th Celebration in Armada (northeast of Detroit). August 16-20, 2023 (wed-sun) Michigan Fiber Festival August 18-20, 2023 (fri-sun) Howell Melon Festival (Watermelon Fest) in Howell, MI (east of Lansing). annual event features the Melon Ball, Classic Diesel Train Rides, Fine Arts & Wares Show, Annual Melon Run, Outdoor Ice Skating on an artificial outdoor ice rink, Michigan Micro-Brews, barbecue, live music, more. www.howellmelonfestival.com August 18-20, 2023 (fri-sun) Lapeer Days in Lapeer, MI (northwest of Detroit). annual, August 19, 2023 (sat) Woodward Dream Cruise – The World's Biggest Car Cruise that takes place on Woodward Ave through several cities just north of Detroit. WDC is actually about a week long with many associated and pre-cruise events. Annually draws around one million people. www.woodwarddreamcruise.com facebook August 19, 2023 (sat) Back to the Bricks Car Cruise in Flint, MI. about 400,000 car enthusiasts attend each year. Car shows, swap meets, automotive vendor displays, drive-in movie theater, lots of cruisin and more on 13 mile route. backtothebricks.org facebook August 19 - Oct. 1, 2023 (weekends sat-sun) Michigan Renaissance Festival in Holly, MI (northwest of Detroit). Annual time-travel adventure into the 16th century with with renaissance attire, Live Armored Jousting, stages with live entertainment, lots of contests and competitions, special theme days and much more. www.michrenfest.com facebook August 25-26, 2023 (fri-sat) 28th Street Metro Cruise in Grand Rapids, MI. August 27, 2023 (sun) Cruisin' Hines car cruise through Hines Park in Western Wayne County, MI. Thousands of Classic Cars and Hot Rods! cruisinhines.com facebook TBA 2023 (sat) Utica's Gasoline Alley Car Show, Swap Meet, Gas Show in Utica, MI (north of Detroit). uticasgasolinealley.com facebook TBA 2023 (thu-sat) Mendon Riverfest in Three Rivers, MI (Southwest Michigan). annual, has Main Parade and a Lighted River Floats Parade, Classic Car Cruise, Fireworks, games and amusements, live entertainment, fishing tournament, Texas Hold'em Tournament, teen dance, food, more. www.mendonriverfest.com facebook TBA 2023 (thu-sun) Hamtramck Music Fest - Summer Edition in Hamtramck, MI. 2022 had over 150 local bands at 19 venues. facebook TBA 2023 Hazel Park Art Fair in Hazel Park, MI. Artists, musicians, food. www.hpart.org/aboutthefair facebook TBA 2023 Detroit HydroFest Boat Racing on the Detroit River. Grand Prix Hydroplanes, H350 Hydro boats, Hot Rod show, live entertainment, more. www.detroitboatraces.com facebook TBA Michigan’s Strongest Man & Woman Contest – facebook August 31 - September 4, 2023 (thu-mon) Michigan State Fair at Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi, MI (northwest of Detroit). Annual fair will have a Large Midway with tons of games and rides, Livestock and agriculture areas with large indoor arena, Shriners small scale circus and circus attractions, plus live entertainment and more. www.michiganstatefairllc.com/home facebook September 2023 (weekends sat-sun) Michigan Renaissance Festival – in Holly, MI, continues thru Oct 2nd. 16th century adventure with renaissance attire, live armored jousting, musicians, events, contests. www.michrenfest.com facebook September 1-4, 2023 (fri-mon) Arts, Beats & Eats Festival (Soaring Eagle Arts, Beats & Eats) in Royal Oak, MI (just north of Detroit). Annual, over 200 bands on 9 stages, arts show, plus international, regional and local attractions, food.” annual event. artsbeatseats.com facebook September 1-4, 2023 (fri-mon) Detroit Jazz Festival in Detroit on the Riverfront. September 1-5, 2022 (thu-mon) Romeo Peach Festival in Romeo, MI (north of Detroit). annual festival has Floral Parade, carnival rides, crafts show, live music, food, more. romeopeachfestival.com September 3-5, 2022 (sat-mon) Hamtramck Labor Day Festival in Hamtramck, MI (inside Detroit). Annual, free admission, carnival, parades, live music, beer, food, more. Polish Day Parade on Labor Day. hamtownfest.com facebook September 4, 2023 (monday) Labor Day September 8-11, 2022 (thu-sun) Detroit Dance City Festival (DDCF) at various locations in Downtown Detroit. Performances, workshops. www.detroitdancecityfestival.com facebook September 9-10, 2022 (fri-sat) Silver Lake Sand Dunes Apple & BBQ Festival in Silver Lake, MI (west Michigan). Amateur & KCBS Professional Competition, Apple Pie Contest, Apples &Craft Show, classic auto & orv show, 5k run/walk, beer tent, live entertainment, more. applebbqfestival.com September 9-11, 2022 (fri-sun) Wine and Harvest Festival in Paw Paw, MI (southwest Michigan). annual event. Wine Tasting and Winery Tours, 4 stages of music entertainment, Parade, Arts & Crafts Show, Carnival Rides, Fireworks, Classic Car / Truck & Motorcycle Show, Grape Stomp, 5k Run/Walk, more. www.wineandharvestfestival.com September 9-11, 2022 (fri-sun) Art & Apples Festival in Rochester, MI (north of Detroit). On a 30-acre park, “one of the nation's top fine art fairs with over 290 exhibiting artists from across the country.” www.pccart.org/festival September 9-11, 2022 (fri-sun) Plymouth Fall Festival in Plymouth, MI (west of Detroit). Carnival rides games, two entertainment stages, taste fest, car show, craft show, food, more. plymouthfallfestival.com September 10, 2022 (sat) Dally in the Alley in Detroit. Annual performing arts festival and street fair, September 10, 2022 (sat) U.P. Fall Beer Festival in Marquette, MI (Upper Peninsula) “overlooking Lake Superior in Mattson Lower Harbor Park. Locally crafted beers from Michigan breweries, plus food, live music. www.mibeer.com/events/up-fall-festival September 11, 2023 (monday) Patriot Day (9/11 Remembrance Day) September 13-24, 2023 North American International Auto Show (Detroit Auto Show) – in Downtown Detroit, MI. One of the premier auto shows in the world! Annual. naias.com facebook September 14-17, 2023 (thu-sun) Michigan Irish Music Festival in Muskegon, MI (western Michigan). “Featuring all things Irish... a wide variety of music, the pub tent, market place merchandise, authentic Irish food and beverages.” michiganirish.org facebook September 15 - Oct 2, 2022 ArtPrize in Grand Rapids, MI (West Michigan). Biennial big time independent international art competition. In 2018 there was approx 1,713 Artists at 192 Venues, $450,000 in prizes, public can vote. www.artprize.org facebook September 15-18, 2022 (thu-sun) Frankenmuth Oktoberfest in Frankenmuth, MI. annual event is a traditional celebration of German beer that originated in Munich in 1810. frankenmuthfestivals.com/frankenmuth-oktoberfest facebook September 15-18, 2022 (thu-sun) Troy Family Daze in Troy, MI. north of Detroit. annual, has Giant Midways, Live Entertainment, Contests, fireworks, food, children's area, more. www.troyfamilydaze.org facebook September 16-17, 2022 (fri-sat) Flat Rock Riverfest at Huroc Park in Flat Rock, MI (south of Detroit). flatrockriverfest.com facebook September 16-18, 2022 (fri-sun) Detroit Concours d'Elegance at Detroit Institute of Arts in Detroit, MI. 144 historically significant vehicles to be displayed. www.detroitconcours.com facebook September 16-18, 2022 Paul Bunyan Days in Oscoda, MI (northeast lower peninsula). annual event with Carnival, Bunyan Games, classic car show, BBQ Competition and more. www.oscodachamber.com/event/paul-bunyan-days September 16-18, 2022 (fri-sun) Victorian Heritage Festival in Northville, MI. annual event has a parade and more. www.northville.org/northville-victorian-heritage-festival September 23-24, 2023 (sat-sun) Michigan Antique & Collectible Festival in Midland, MI, at Midland County Fairgrounds. “Michigan's Largest Antique & Collectible Festival on 80 Acres. Also Mid-Michigan's Largest Classic Car Show.” miantiquefestival.com facebook September 23-24, 2022 (fri-sat) Michigan Apple Fest in Sparta, MI. Tons of apple fun food, Apple Pie Bake off, Apple Pie Eating Contest, Apple Sling Shot Contest, plus live music, Scarecrow Build Off, 5K Run, more. www.michiganapplefest.com facebook September 23-24, 2022 (fri-sat) Oktoberfest West Michigan at John Ball Park in Grand Rapids, MI (West Michigan). “Annual celebration of German heritage & traditions, features many different beers brought in from Germany as well as authentic food, music, games, and more. oktoberfestgr.com September 23-25, 2022 (fri-sun) DIY Street Fair in Ferndale, MI. annual, features art, music, food. www.ferndalediy.com facebook September 23-25, 2022 (fri-sun) Clinton Fall Festival in Clinton, MI (lower southeast MI). annual. Carnival, Parade, live entertainment, food, more. facebook September 24-25, 2022 (sat-sun) Pumpkinfest in South Lyon, MI. west of Detroit. annual. Parade, beer tent, main stage canceled in 2021. craft show and activities still scheduled. www.southlyonpumpkinfest.com facebook TBA 2022 (sat-sun) Trenton Scarecrow Festival in Trenton, MI (Downriver). contests, prizes, games, live music, carnival and more. www.scarecrowfestival.net facebook TBA Cinetopia Film Festival in Detroit and Ann Arbor. www.cinetopiafestival.org TBA 2023 Common Ground Music Festival in Lansing, MI. www.commongroundfest.com facebook September 29 - October 2, 2022 (thu-sun) American Speed Festival at 87-acre M1 Concourse in Pontiac, MI. m1concourse.com/asf-home October 1, 2023 (sun)Michigan Renaissance Festival – in Holly, MI, last day of 2023 season. 16th century adventure with renaissance attire, live armored jousting, musicians, events, contests. www.michrenfest.com facebook October 1, 2022 (sat) Red Flannel Festival – in Cedar Springs, MI (west MI, near Grand Rapids). Grand Parade, Carnival Rides, Red Flannel Prince and Princess, live entertainment, car show, food and more. Annual event first Saturday of October. www.redflannelfestival.org facebook October 1-2, 2022 (sat-sun) Huron Township Applefest – in New Boston, MI (southwest of Detroit). Pie Contest, Fiddlers Contest, live entertainment, petting farm, more. www.hurontownshipapplefest.com October 7-8, 2023 (sat-sun) Michigan Antique & Collectible Festival – in Davisburg, MI, at Springfield Oaks County Park in northern Oakland County. “Michigan's Largest Antique & Collectible Festival. Also Mid-Michigan’s Largest Classic Car Show.” miantiquefestival.com facebook October 8-9, 2022 (sat-sun) Appleumpkin Festival – in Tecumseh, MI, southwest of Ann Arbor. Annual Antique Street Fair and Flea Market, arts and crafts show, midway rides, carnival games, helicopter rides, monster truck rides, bungee jump, more. www.downtowntecumseh.com/events... October 8-9, 2022 (sat-sun) CraneFest in Bellevue, MI (southwest Michigan). See thousands of Sandhill Cranes descending on expansive, shallow wetland, plus more. facebook October 9, 2023 (monday) Columbus Day TBA 2023 Detroit Red Wings 2023-2024 Season Home Opener at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit. www.nhl.com/redwings TBA October, 2023 (fri-sun) Motor City Comic Con fall edition at Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi, MI. annual multi-media event with over 1 million comics and collectables for sale and trade.” Comic books, writers, artists, anime, gaming, costumes, special guests, more. www.motorcitycomiccon.com facebook October 13-15, 2023 (fri-sun) Detroit Free Press Marathon – annual running marathon and run/walk events in Detroit with over 25,000 participants and goes across international border (Canada). www.freepmarathon.com October 14-16, 2022 (fri-sun) Charlevoix Apple Festival in downtown Charlevoix, MI (northwest MI). Annual. business.charlevoix.org/events...apple-fest-13606 October 22, 2022 (sat) Detroit Fall Beer Festival – at Eastern Market, Detroit. Annual, October 22, 2022 (sat) Monster's Ball at The Fillmore Detroit. annual with DJs, Stilt Walkers, Aerialists, Illusionists, Acrobats, Fire and Freak Show Performers, fortune tellers, more. monstersballdetroit.com facebook October 28-29, 2022 (fri-sat) Creepy Cheapy XIV - Chapter Fourteen Halloween Party in Pontiac, MI, at The Crofoot Complex. Three stages, local bands perform full-costumed covers of national bands, plus a Costume Contest, DJs, more. www.creepycheapy.com Crofoot events facebook October 31, 2023 (tuesday) Halloween – Halloween Day, Trick or Treat! November 3-6, 2022 (thu-sun) Youmacon 2022 (Anime Convention) – in dowtown Detroit. Large video game and table-top gaming rooms, Charity Masquerade Ball, national bands and DJs, costuming, massive dealer’s room for shopping, more. Anime is Japanese animation. www.youmacon.com facebook November 4-6, 2022 (fri-sun) Snowmobile USA Show – at Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi, MI. annual event, “Show is equal to 6 football fields. And every square foot will be filled with 'pure snowmobiling' action.” www.snowmobileusa.com November 10, 2023 (friday) Veterans' Day government employees day off. November 15-30, 2022 Deer Hunting Season - Regular Firearm www.michigan.gov/dnr/...hunting-season-calendar November 18, 2022 (fri) Hob Nobble Gobble – at Ford Field in Detroit features star entertainment, dinner buffet, carnival midway, more. Proceeds support America's Thanksgiving Parade®. www.theparade.org/hob-nobble-gobble November 18-19, 2022 (fri-sat) Grand Rapids Wine, Beer, & Food Festival – in Grand Rapids, MI (west Michigan). features more than 1,000 wines, beers, ciders and spirits from around the world. showspan.com/GRW November 19, 2022 (sat) Fantasticon in Port Huron, MI. show for comic book and pop culture collectors and fans. www.fantasticon.net facebook November 17 - December 24, 2022 Wayne County LightFest – one of the Midwest's longest drive-through holiday light displays. Annually on on Hines Drive, west of Detroit. www.waynecounty.com/...lightfest November 23, 2023 (thursday) Thanksgiving Day November 23, 2023 (thu) America's Thanksgiving Parade (Detroit Thanksgiving Day Parade) in Detroit. Starts about 10 am, “One of the country's largest and most spectacular Parades in the United States!” Parade is broadcast live on WDIV-TV, Local 4. Parade has larger than life floats, big colorful helium filled balloons, marching bands, dance teams, celebrities, specialty acts, Santa, more. theparade.org facebook November 26-27, December 3-4, 10-11, 2022 (three weekends) Holly Dickens Festival in Holly MI, northwest of Detroit. “The oldest, longest running Dickens Festival in the United States!” annual with Lighted Parade, Santa, Chimney Sweeps street performers, Wedding Vow Renewals with Queen Victoria, strolling entertainment, Christmas music and caroling, horse-drawn carriage rides, pub tent, more. hollydickensfestival.org facebook Wayne County LightFest through Dec. 24, 2022 – one of the Midwest's longest drive-through holiday light displays, daily (a few exceptions). info December 3, 2022 (sat) Noel Night in Detroit, multiple venues. Horse-drawn carriage rides, holiday shopping, craft activities, performances by area music, theatre, and dance groups, more. www.noelnight.org December 3, 2022 (sat) 62nd Annual Flint Motorcycle Ice Races at Dort Financial Center in Flint, MI. dortfinancialcenter.com/events.html December 4, 2022 (sun) Rochester Area Hometown Christmas Parade – in Rochester, MI (north of Detroit). December 17, 2022 (sat) Detroit Santarchy – Annual “crazy holiday celebration and bar crawl in Detroit with thousands of people dressed as Santas and all sorts of holiday costumes.” detroitsantarchy.net facebook facebook 2 December 25, 2023 (monday) Christmas – Merry Christmas to all good people, everywhere! TBA December 2023 Quick Lane Bowl at Ford Field in Detroit. www.detroitlions.com/quick-lane-bowl New Year's Eve Parties EventsNYE Listings for December 31, 2022 (Saturday Night) check event websites for current info. NYE Metro Detroit NYE Resolution Ball New Year’s Eve Detroit 2023 – at The Masonic Temple Detroit. “The largest and most exclusive Annual New Year’s Eve Party in Detroit and the Midwest”. Headliner & Cirque Style Entertainment until 4am resolutionballdetroit.com Motor City NYE - The Drop – in Detroit. www.motorcitynye.com facebook The Countdown New Year's Eve Party – at Huntington Place (formerly TCF/Cobo Center). Join 1500 NYE revelers in Detroit’s biggest ballroom with riverfront views of Downtown Detroit, Canada, and the Detroit River. thecountdowndetroit.com Detroit Rave City New Years Eve – in Detroit. Strange Luv Productions annual hip-hop, electronic music New Year's Eve party. facebook NYE Detroit – select New Year's Eve events in Metro Detroit. nyedetroit.com NYE Listings in Metro Times Detroit www.metrotimes.com/...new year (next year) NYE Metro Detroit for December 31, 2023 Wyandotte Rockin’ NYE 2024 – in Wyandotte (Downriver). 360eventproductions.com/events/wyandotte-rockin-nye Motor City Gala New Years Eve 2024 – motorcitygala.com Annual NYE Events in Other Areas in Michigan New Year’s Eve 2023 Celebration – at Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort in Mount Pleasant, MI. Party with musical guests Liquid Blue, a DJ dance throwdown, plus a bubbly bar and complimentary champagne toast, endless food choices. soaringeaglecasino.com/...New-Years-Eve-2023 New Year's Eve Ball Drop in Ludington, MI (western Michigan) – Entertainment, ball drop and fireworks. www.downtownludington.org/nye Traverse City New Year's Eve CherryT Ball Drop (northwest lower peninsula) – Entertainment, large illuminated cherry ball drop and fireworks. www.cherrytballdrop.org facebook New Year's Fest in Kalamazoo, MI (West Michigan) – lots of bands, other entertainment, fireworks. www.newyearsfest.com facebook New Year's Eve Ball Drop in Marquette, MI (U.P.) downtownmarquette.org/new-years-eve-ball-drop Find More Events plus Bonus Info Fantasticon comic book & pop culture experience – annual shows in Mt Pleasant, Port Huron, other locales include celebrity appearances, cosplay, more. This is for true comic book and pop culture collectors and fans. www.fantasticon.net MIFun4U.com Michigan Events & Attractions – lists lots of events with their dates, basic descriptions and links to event websites. www.mifun4u.com Michigan Festivals & Events – Michigan Fun powered by the Michigan Festivals & Events Association (MFEA) – lists paid members events throughout the state. FunFest Events – based in Sterling Heights, MI, runs some big festivals and events in Southeast Michigan and northern Ohio, list on main website. facebook Michigan Shakespeare Festival – Frankenmuth Festivals and Events – in Frankenmuth, MI (east/mid MI). |