It’s SUMMERTIME and the weather is finally getting onboard! School’s out and it’s time to find things to occupy those little minds. Here’s a list of things happening in + around Detroit in the month of June. Festival Season is upon us and we’re ready to eat elephant ears and ride umpteen amounts of carnival rides If we missed something, let us know. We’d love to add it in.
June 21, 2019
Detroit River Days
Location :: Along the Detroit Riverfront in West Riverfront Park
Time :: 11:00 a.m. – 10 p.m. all 3 days
Cost :: Admission to River Days is $5 to support the non-profit Detroit Riverfront Conservancy and all paid admission attendees receive a wristband and $3 in food coupons to use at event food trucks. River Days is FREE to enter on Friday between 11am-5pm.
River Days is a celebration of Detroit’s Riverwalk with activities on land and water. Experience all the Riverwalk has to offer, from the jet-ski demos to live music, sand sculptures, delicious eats and much more!
Summer Solstice Celebration
Location :: Heritage Park, 24915 Farmington Rd, Farmington Hills, MI 48336
Time :: 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Cost :: A fee of $5 per person includes a spot on the hayride.
Take a hayride through the park, enjoy roasting marshmallows around a campfire, explore the Nature Center, create a fairy door and art projects, and find out what makes the day special with games and outdoor activities.
Bay-Rama Fishfly Festival
Location :: Walter & Mary Burke Park, 36300 Front Street
Time :: Festival lasts June 19-23, 2019 (check website for times)
Cost :: Free to attend, see the website for specific details
You’ll enjoy something for everyone in your family. There will be a lot of events, including a pageant, carnival, parade, contests and games, music, food, and fireworks. Oh, and let’s not forget the fish flies. Enjoy a $3.00 off coupon on their website for Wednesday night ONLY.
Rock ‘n’ Rides Royal Oak
Location :: Downtown Royal Oak
Time :: June 20 – June 23 (check the website for details)
Cost :: FREE – $5
Get ready to kick off summer in downtown Royal Oak with a community celebration. You’ll enjoy carnival rides, a kids stage, a block party, live music, a zip line and so much more.
Fuerst Park Novi Family Fun Fridays – Peace, Love & Parks
Location :: Fuerst Park,
Time :: 7-9 p.m. and movie starts at dusk
Cost : FREE
Come celebrate the City of Noviʻs 50th anniversary with a fab block party. The theme is 1969 so get decked out in your best 60s gear and come out for this groovy event, itʻs going to be outta sight!
Movie: Mary Poppins Returns
Family Movie Night – Trolls
Location :: 104 N. Adams Road, Rochester Hills, MI 48309 (Northeast Corner of Adams and Walton Blvd.)
Time :: 7:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Cost :: FREE
The Village of Rochester is kicking off the summer by bringing you Trolls, make sure to wear your best “Troll” attire.
There will be lots of fun activities for the kids, FREE popcorn, giveaways, chances to win!
Movie in the Park – Alice and Wonderland
Location :: New Center Park, 2998 W. Grand Blvd., Detroit 48202
Time :: 8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Cost :: FREE
Grab a park chair or spread your blanket on the lawn and enjoy this mix of old and new films in the open-air. Doors at 7:30 p.m. Movies at 8:30pm or later.
Star Wars Weekend
Location :: Redford Theatre, 17360 Lahser Road, Detroit, MI 48219
Time :: June 21 at 8:00 pm and June 22 at 2 pm and 8 pm
Cost :: $10 for adults and $5 for kids 12 and under
Calling all Star Wars fans for a weekend filled with Star Wars excitement. Grab the family and head to Redford Theatre.
Auburn Hills Summerfest
Location :: Downtown Auburn Hills
Time :: June 21 – June 22 (visit site for times)
Cost :: Free
Each year, Downtown Auburn Hills hosts a two-day summer extravaganza celebrating all things summer! These two days are filled with fun, food, music, and great activities the whole family can enjoy. Some activities include kidz korner, lipsync and karaoke, dodgeball tournament, dancing, a pet parade and more.
Arts and Acts Festival
Location :: Downtown Northville (Main, Center & Wing Streets)
Time :: June 21st through June 23rd (check website for times)
Cost :: FREE
This year’s festival will feature more than 130 local and national artists and vendors over the weekend of arts, crafts, theatre, literature, music, food and more. With many restaurants, shops, and landmarks along the festival path, visitors will also find an abundance of neighborhood venues to check out in between viewing the vast display of arts.
June 22, 2019
Tons O’ Trucks & Wheeled Wonders
Location :: Seneca Middle School located at 47200 Heydenreich Rd.
Time :: 10:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m.
Cost :: FREE
This is a great opportunity for the entire family to get up close and personal with almost any type of vehicle you can imagine. Be sure to bring your camera so you can capture a bunch of fun photos of your kids as they marvel, climb, honk and creatively explore over 65 vehicles. In addition to all of the vehicles on display, kids of all ages can also enjoy inflatables, face painting, train rides, refreshments, giveaways and much more!
Saturday Market at the Eastern Market
Location :: Eastern Market, 2934 Russell St, Detroit 48207
Time :: 6:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Cost :: FREE
Bustling with as many as 45,000 visitors in a day, the Saturday Market is one of America’s most original destinations for fresh produce, meats, baked goods, flowers and local art.
Annual Detroit Area Fishing Derby
Location :: Lake Frances, Palmer Park. South side of the park between Woodward and Third St.
Time :: 9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Cost :: FREE
Kids ages 7-14 are invited for a day filled with fishing, fun and prizes.
Sensory Friendly Saturday – Star Trek: Exploring New Worlds
Location :: Henry Ford Museum, 20900 Oakwood Boulevard, Dearborn 48124
Time :: 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Cost :: See website for costs based on membership
Sensory-Friendly Saturday is an event designed for guests on the autism spectrum and with other sensory processing disorders. For this event, a variety of accommodations, activities and more have been put into place to create an inclusive, welcoming and safe space for our guests. Prior to this event, staff members of The Henry Ford participated in Michigan Autism Safety Training (MAST) provided by the Autism Alliance of Michigan to better understand the characteristics of autism and how to recognize and communicate with someone with autism.
Drop-in Owl Pellet Dissecting Day
Location :: Oakwoods Nature Center, 32911 Willow Rd, New Boston, MI 48164
Time :: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Cost :: $5 per pellet
Stop in anytime between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. to learn about owls, owl pellets, and get your very own owl pellet dissection kit. Our staff will help you work through the pellet to discover what the owl had for lunch, and we will attempt to put the skeleton of the animal back together.
Dairy Day – Farm Center
Location :: Wilcott Mill Metropark, 65775 Wolcott Road, Ray, MI 48096
Time :: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Cost :: $5
Good old-fashioned fun with something for everyone. Events include: watch the cows being milked at 10 a.m., candle dipping, games, crafts, horse riding demonstrations, dog agility, kiddie tractors, gas powered planes, a milk mustache booth, wagon rides, and much more. Vendors will be on site with their handmade crafts and art. Enter our parade with your decorated (dairy or patriotic themed) bicycle, tricycle, wagon or stroller. Prizes will be awarded to the most creative. All ages.
Science Forum Demo – Cow Eye Dissection
Location :: Museum of Natural History, Ann Arbor
Time :: 3:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Cost :: FREE
Join us in the Science Forum for 15-20 minute engaging science demonstrations that will help you see the world around you in a whole new way. Demonstrations are appropriate for visitors ages 5 and above.
Have you ever wondered what makes our eyes work or how we see? We’ll dissect a cow’s eye to take a closer look at the organ that helps us see the world. How is it similar to and different from our eyes, and those of other animals? Learn the parts of the eye and how they work together to illuminate our sight.
June 23, 2019
Burger Battle at Eastern Market
Location :: Eastern Market Shed 5, 2934 Russell Street, Detroit, MI 48207
Time :: 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Cost :: $15-$40
Head down to the 8th annual Burger Battle Detroit – a celebration of friendly competition, and, of course, great burgers! You’ll enjoy samples of the best burgers around and have the opportunity to vote for the winner of the Burger Battle.
June 28
Location :: Beacon Park, 1901 Grand River Ave., Detroit
Time :: 7:00 p.m.- Midnight
Cost :: FREE
Let’s dance, Detroit! Sunset Sessions are back at Beacon Park Detroit, so bring a blanket and hang out on the lawn, dance to the DJ, or play lawn games. Either way, Sunset Sessions is FREE and family-friendly. Food and drink are be available for purchase from Lumen Detroit. Every Friday all summer.
Location :: 1200 W. Grand River Ave., Howell
Time :: Varies depending on activity; balloon launches and fly-ins are 6:00-8:00 a.m. and 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Cost :: Varies depending on activity
The Michigan Challenge Balloonfest event is one of the premier summertime activities in Michigan, offering entertainment for the entire family. This community event has activities planned for everyone –skydiving and stunt kite shows to carnival rides, kid attractions, fireworks, and the always-popular balloon launches, fly-ins, and evening glow. There are lots of NEW events and attractions planned this year, and you won’t want to miss out!
Location :: Heritage Park, 12111 Pardee Road, Taylor
Time :: Noon- 11:00 p.m.
Cost :: Tickets vary between $4 – $35
It’s festival time! Come and enjoy the rides, games, food, fireworks, live music, and a 5k GlowRun! Fireworks are Saturday at 10:00 p.m.
Location :: Downtown Trenton on Jefferson between Maple and Harrison
Time :: 10:00 a.m.- 11:00 p.m.
Cost :: FREE
Over 100,000 visitors, over 200 artists, craftsmen and many of your favorite festival food vendors for the annual Trenton Summer Festival!
Location :: New Center Park, 2998 W. Grand Blvd., Detroit
Time :: Gates open at 8:00 p.m., film starts at dusk
Cost :: FREE
June 28th movie is Disney’s MULAN!
Come to New Center Park for its summer-long entertainment series with weekly movie nights, theatre performances and more! All events at New Center Park are FREE and open to the public, making for a fun-filled, unforgettable summer. Don’t miss the chance to enjoy great films, outdoor theatre, or a simple afternoon picnic with family and friends in this unique green space near the Fisher.
June 29
Location :: 1200 W. Grand River Ave., Howell
Time :: Varies depending on activity; balloon launches and fly-ins are 6:00-8:00 a.m. and 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Cost :: Varies depending on activity
The Michigan Challenge Balloonfest event is one of the premier summertime activities in Michigan, offering entertainment for the entire family. This community event has activities planned for everyone –skydiving and stunt kite shows to carnival rides, kid attractions, fireworks, and the always-popular balloon launches, fly-ins, and evening glow. There are lots of NEW events and attractions planned this year, and you won’t want to miss out!
Northville Road Runner Classic
Location :: Marybury State Park
Time :: 5:00 p.m.
Cost :: $20-$36
There is a 1-mile run, a 5K run/walk, and an 8K run/walk – kids welcome! Family fun during the race includes story hour, face painting and hands-on activities. Maybury Farm is partnering this year, and they will be bringing animals for the kids. Join for post-race activities: pizza, live music, libations, baked goods, and much more.
Location :: Heritage Park, 12111 Pardee Road, Taylor
Time :: 11:00 a.m.- 11:00 p.m.
Cost :: Tickets vary between $4 – $35
It’s festival time! Come and enjoy the rides, games, food, fireworks, live music, and a 5k GlowRun! Fireworks are Saturday at 10:00 p.m.
Location :: Downtown Trenton on Jefferson between Maple and Harrison
Time :: 10:00 a.m.- 11:00 p.m.
Cost :: FREE
Over 100,000 visitors, over 200 artists, craftsmen and many of your favorite festival food vendors for the annual Trenton Summer Festival!
The Night Market at Beacon Park Detroit
Location :: Beacon Park, 1901 Grand River Ave., Detroit
Time :: 7:00 p.m.- Midnight
Cost :: FREE
Come and shop with a variety of Detroit small businesses, enjoy live music, food trucks, food from Lumen Detroit, and more! Every Saturday night this summer!
Location :: New Center Park, 2998 W. Grand Blvd., Detroit
Time :: Film starts at dusk, food and happy hour specials beforehand
Cost :: FREE
June 29th movie is Jurassic Park
Come to New Center Park for its summer-long entertainment series with weekly movie nights, theatre performances and more! All events at New Center Park are FREE and open to the public, making for a fun-filled, unforgettable summer. Don’t miss the chance to enjoy great films, outdoor theatre, or a simple afternoon picnic with family and friends in this unique green space near the Fisher.
The popular free movie series returns to Trumbull & Porter’s outdoor courtyard this summer. The courtyard has a bonfire, chairs, picnic tables and ground area to sit with blankets. Check out Red Dunn Kitchen’s website for the movie schedule.
Location :: Downtown Lake Orion
Time :: 10:00 p.m.
Cost :: FREE
Get ready for another awesome show! The Lake Orion Fireworks Association is proud to present this annual show. The show starts at dusk.
Location :: Beck Ballfields, 10200 Beck Rd., Van Buren Twp.
Time :: 10:00 p.m.
Cost :: FREE
Family Friendly! Glow products and concessions available. Rain date June 30th.
June 30
Location :: Beacon Park, 1901 Grand River Ave., Detroit
Time :: 1:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m
Cost :: FREE
Family Fun Days at Beacon Park Detroit are back by popular demand! Offering make & take activities, lawn games, inflatables, face painting, crafts, and much more! Food trucks available and Lumen Detroit will also be open. Every Sunday through the summer!
Location :: Canton Farmers Market, 500 N. Ridge Rd., Canton
Time :: 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m
Cost :: FREE
Celebrate strawberries, family and fun! Canton Leisure Services will provide a bounce house!
Location :: 1200 W. Grand River Ave., Howell
Time :: Varies depending on activity; balloon launches and fly-ins are 6:00-8:00 a.m. and 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Cost :: Varies depending on activity
The Michigan Challenge Balloonfest event is one of the premier summertime activities in Michigan, offering entertainment for the entire family. This community event has activities planned for everyone –skydiving and stunt kite shows to carnival rides, kid attractions, fireworks, and the always-popular balloon launches, fly-ins, and evening glow. There are lots of NEW events and attractions planned this year, and you won’t want to miss out!
Location :: Heritage Park, 12111 Pardee Road, Taylor
Time :: 1:00 p.m.- 8:00 p.m.
Cost :: Tickets vary between $4 – $35
It’s festival time! Come and enjoy the rides, games, food, fireworks, live music, and a 5k GlowRun! Fireworks are Saturday at 10:00 p.m.
Location :: Downtown Trenton on Jefferson between Maple and Harrison
Time :: 10:00 a.m.- 6:00 p.m.
Cost :: FREE
Over 100,000 visitors, over 200 artists, craftsmen and many of your favorite festival food vendors for the annual Trenton Summer Festival!
Madison Heights Festival in the Park
Location :: Civic Center Park, 360 W. 13 Mile Rd., Madison Heights
Time :: 7:00 p.m.- 10:30 p.m.
Cost :: FREE
The Tradition continues, with a festival and fireworks for all! Music and other activities including face painting, airbrush tattoos, food vendors and a few inflatables. At 10:00 pm, a brilliant fireworks display will top off the evening as we celebrate our independence.
Stony Creek Metropark Fireworks
Location :: Stony Creek Metropark, 300 Main Park Rd., Shelby Twp.
Time :: 10:00 p.m.
Cost :: FREE (with cost of park entry, $10 daily pass)
Fireworks at the Metroparks is a five county celebration that has been a tradition for years that provides a safe and exciting way for the community to celebrate our nation’s birthday, while enjoying the natural beauty of the Metroparks. The fireworks display begins at dusk. Earlier in the evening, food and music is available.
Location :: M1 Concourse, 164 South Boulevard West, Pontiac
Time :: 7:00 p.m.-10:30 p.m.
Cost :: Gate entry is $5 per person. Other options available – see the event site for details.
Cars Under the Stars is a Fireworks Display, Car Show, and Food Truck Rally at the M1 Concourse in Pontiac. There will be 6 food trucks, a fun zone with bounce houses, and the fireworks will begin at dusk!
The Night Market at Beacon Park Detroit
Location :: Beacon Park, 1901 Grand River Ave., Detroit
Date/Time :: Saturdays, 7:00 p.m.- Midnight
Cost :: FREE
Come and shop with a variety of Detroit small businesses, enjoy live music, food trucks, a cash bar from Lumen Detroit, and more! Every Saturday night this summer!
Location :: Beacon Park, 1901 Grand River Ave., Detroit
Date/Time :: Sundays, 1:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m
Cost :: FREE
Family Fun Days at Beacon Park Detroit are back by popular demand! Offering make & take activities, lawn games, inflatables, face painting, crafts, and much more! Food trucks available and Lumen Detroit will also be open. Every Sunday through the summer!
Baby + Me Yoga at Beacon Park Detroit
Location :: Beacon Park, 1901 Grand River Ave., Detroit
Date/Time :: Tuesdays, 9:00 a.m.- 10:00 a.m
Cost :: FREE
This Baby + Me Yoga program will be happening throughout the summer. A great way to get your workout in with your baby right by your side! Classes are taught by Living Waters Yoga Detroit and are free to anyone who wants to join. The classes are for children of all ages, and both moms and dads are welcome to bring little ones. Bring your own yoga mat and water.
Market Thursdays at Beacon Park Detroit
Location :: Beacon Park, 1901 Grand River Ave., Detroit
Date/Time :: Tuesdays, 11:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m
Cost :: FREE
Market Thursdays at Beacon Park Detroit will showcase local produce, desserts, packaged goods and plants! This event will run every Thursday until September 26th!
Location :: New Center Park, 2998 W. Grand Blvd., Detroit
Time :: Gates open at 8:00 p.m., film starts at dusk
Cost :: FREE
Come to New Center Park for its summer-long entertainment series with weekly movie nights, theatre performances and more! All events at New Center Park are FREE and open to the public, making for a fun-filled, unforgettable summer. Don’t miss the chance to enjoy great films, outdoor theatre, or a simple afternoon picnic with family and friends in this unique green space near the Fisher.
Location :: New Center Park, 2998 W. Grand Blvd., Detroit
Time :: Film starts at dusk, food and happy hour specials beforehand
Cost :: FREE
Come to New Center Park for its summer-long entertainment series with weekly movie nights, theatre performances and more! All events at New Center Park are FREE and open to the public, making for a fun-filled, unforgettable summer. Don’t miss the chance to enjoy great films, outdoor theatre, or a simple afternoon picnic with family and friends in this unique green space near the Fisher.
The popular free movie series returns to Trumbull & Porter’s outdoor courtyard this summer. The courtyard has a bonfire, chairs, picnic tables and ground area to sit with blankets. Check out Red Dunn Kitchen’s website for the movie schedule.
