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The historic local fort transforms into 12th century kingdom complete with games and fun for families
Learn the traditional art of candle making and make two hand-dipped candles to take home. Registration required.
The Early Risers fill the day with round-robin games including six other old-school baseball teams.
Take a look at different periods of time in Michigan's history that helped build the state into what it is today. Registration required.
Kids will learn acting and improv through a variety of games, activities and skits. Kids will also learn a song and dance from a popular Broadway show. We offer a fun, friendly, casual, and noncompetitive environment. Ages 7-18. Pre-registration required.
There are more than 300 exotic, antique, classic and one-of-a-kind cars on display.
Find works by more than 100 regional and nationally known artists. New in 2021 is a student art contest with $250 going to the winner (visit the event website for complete details).
Event Cost: Free
Event Times: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, July 10-11, 2021
See a wide variety of themed vehicles on display at the Ford House. This annual is a benefit for Henry Ford Health System’s Detroit Institute of Ophthalmology.
Event cost: $40/admission, free/kids 10 and under and active duty military
Event time: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. June 16, 2024
Scope out hundreds of flyers, posters, albums, promotions and zines from the height of the punk era.
This outdoor summer concert series features live music, a fine art display, pop-up bar and new restaurant each week. CDC guidelines will be followed in regards to masking and social distancing.
Event Cost: $5 per person, $75 season pass
Event Times: 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Event Schedule
June 2 - LL7
June 9 - Zydeco Hepcats
June...
Living historians tell the story of Macomb County through encampments and displays. Check out concurrent St. Claire Voyageurs event, too – admission gets you into both.
Guests will enjoy viewing vehicles, campers, tractors and motorcycles that are classic, historic, unique or of special interest. As an added feature to the Classic Auto Show, we will feature exhibits of "old-fashion" skills, crafts and collectibles. Saturday afternoon, during the Auto Show, there will be family-friendly activities featuring inflatables,...
