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Celebrate all things melon at this annual festival in downtown Howell. There will be live music, a scavenger hunt, book sale, parade, historic car show, arts and crafts show and more. Pre-registration required for some events.
Event cost: Free
Event time: 5-10 p.m. Wednesday, 4-10 p.m. Thursday, 9 a.m.-11 p.m. Friday-Saturday and...
See what life was like in the 1700s on an encampment full of historically accurate re-enactors, merchants, demonstrations, music and more.
Event cost: Free; parking pass required
Event time: 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 13-14, 2022
Families can enjoy art, live music, entertainment and kids of all ages are invited to enter a "Recycled Art" competition.
Event Cost: Free; entry for "Recycled Art" due by Aug. 10
Event Times: Aug. 14-15, 2021
More than 200 classic rides, hot rots, muscle cars and specialty vehicles are on display; plus kids activities, music and food.
Event cost: Free
Event time: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Aug. 7, 2022
This fine art fair is packed with two days of juried artwork on display, free kids’ activities and family entertainment, live demonstrations, food and more.
Event Cost: Free, fees for art and food
Event Times: 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday and noon-6 p.m. Sunday, July 30-31, 2022
Kids' creative juices will flow with live music, art displays and crafts for kids. Families can also see work by more than 125 arts and crafts vendors, enjoy food from local eateries and an entertainment stage.
Event Cost: Free
Event Times: 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Aug. 5-6, 2022
Head to Belle Isle for this annual kit flying fest. You can bring your own kite or there will be some available to use. There will be other activities in addition including food trucks which will be available for purchase. You may also bring your own food. No registration...
Kids ages 3-12 can test their skills in any or all events of their choosing. Awards will be given in age groups for the 40-yard dash, hurdles, disc toss, long jump and obstacle course. Registration is staggered by age group.
Event Cost: Free
Event Times: 9:45 a.m.-1 p.m.
Families gather for performances by Shattered (Rolling Stones Tribute), The Look (Detroit Rock Legends), Digaphony (Beatles Tribute) and more.
Event cost: Free
Event time: 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays, June 14-Aug. 9, 2022
Sundays through the summer, families are invited to enjoy crafts, field days, obstacle courses, musical performances and more. Events change weekly and COVID-19 safety protocols are in place. Sunday June 27 features the Detroit Symphony Orchestra in concert at 4 p.m., plus the Wild Swan Theatre Company will be...
Huge hot air balloons take over the skies of Howell at this annual event, which features aerial fly-ins, hot air balloon launches, live entertainment, fireworks carnival rides and more. Stop by Saturday evening to watch more than 20 hot air balloons inflate and launch at dusk.
Event cost: $5/day, $10/weekend;...
A big parade kicks off this Indian cultural fest. There will be live music, free food, Yoga, kid's activities and more.
Event cost: Free admission
Event time: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. July 21, 2024
