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See the Ann Arbor Civic Band along with their band directors, Dr. J and Nick Smith, at this summer concert series event. Bring a chair or blanket.
Event cost: Free
Event times: 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays; June 12-July 17, 2024
Enjoy live shows at Heritage Park's outdoor amphitheater. Shows are approximately 1 1/2 hours each and families are encouraged to bring blankets, lawn chairs and a picnic dinner.
Event cost: Free
Event times: 7 p.m. Thursdays, June 15-Aug. 17, 2023
2023 schedule:
June 15: Farmington Community Band
June 22: Bernadette Kathryn &...
Enjoy Depot Park boasts Friday night concerts in June and July. There will also be kid’s activities like face painting and ice cream.
Event cost: Free
Event times: 6-9 p.m. Fridays, June 14-July 19, 2024
Start your weekend off with live music every Friday night at the Knight Amphitheater at Riverside Park.
Event cost: Free
Event times: 7-8:30 p.m. Fridays June 28-Aug. 23, 2024
2023 schedule:
June 28 - Magic Bus
July 12 - The Oneders
July 19 - Jovi, a Bon Jovi Tribute
July 26 -...
Come for live music, inflatables, games and more at the summertime event at Macomb Corners Park. Bring your own lawn chairs or blankets.
Event cost: Free
Event times: 7-8:30 p.m. June 27; July 11, 18, 25; Aug. 1, 2024
2023 schedule:
June 27 - The Backbeats
July 11 - Main Street Soul
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Each concert features music from different genres, food trucks and a beer and wine tent.
Event cost: Free
Event times: 5:30-8:30 p.m. July 10, 17, 24, 31, 2024
July 10 - Dan Rafferty Band-Rock and Pop Hits
July 17 - ThunderBeards-ZZ Top Tribute
July 24 - Detroit Retro Society-Soul, Funk, R&B and more
July 31...
Fans of filmmaker Alfred Hitchcock see Rope at 8 p.m. on Friday, Rebecca at 2 p.m. Saturday and Strangers on a Train at 8 p.m. Saturday.
View a variety of vintage cars and classic airplanes up-close during this annual show.
Event cost: $30/advanced ticket, $35/day of event ticket, free/kids 15 and under
Event time: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. June 12, 2022
Annual Michigan Lavender Festival at the Eastern Michigan Fairgrounds in Imlay City
Jennifer Vasich -
The 21st Annual Lavender Festival takes place at the Eastern Michigan Fairgrounds in Imlay City. Guests will enjoy three incredible days of lavender which features workshops, 175-plus local artists, food trucks, Youth Adventure Barn and more.
Event cost: $10/adults, free/kids 12 and under
Event time: Noon-6 p.m. Friday and 10 a.m.-6...
Bring your roller blades, skates and skateboards and take a ride from the Nature Center to Huron Point in search or wildlife. Ages 10-plus. Registration required.
Kids and teens ages 11-18 will develop performing skills through improv, monologues and scene work. This workshop is perfect for both new and experienced teen actors. Choose from two sessions from May 16-June 20 (excluding May 30) or July 11-Aug. 8.
Space is limited; advance registration is required. To register,...
Library Horror Story Murder Myster at the Clinton-Macomb Public Library Main Branch in Clinton Township
Christina Clark -
A crazed murderer killed five people at the library. Five years later, it's up to you and your fellow detectives to figure out who the murderer is and stop them before they kill again. Advance registration required.







