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Stories:

Sterling Heights gears up for special summer days
STERLING HEIGHTS — Called Dodge Park Thursdays, this signature city event revolves around three popular community staples: Music in the Park, Patios & Pints, and the Dodge Park Farmers Market. Read more

 

Hot Works brings new art show to West Bloomfield
WEST BLOOMFIELD — A new art show will soon make its debut June 20-21. Read More

 

FAN hosting annual 5K
CLINTON TOWNSHIP — Face Addiction Now will host its 18th annual Run Drugs Out of Town 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, June 27 at Macomb Community College’s Center Campus. Read more

 

Country star, ’80s rockers headline Sterlingfest lineup
STERLING HEIGHTS — The city’s summertime extravaganza, Sterlingfest, is set for some dancing, stomping and headbanging in 2026. Read more

 

Arts, Beats & Eats to stay in Royal Oak through 2030
ROYAL OAK — The city of Royal Oak is gearing up to welcome back the popular Michigan Lottery Arts, Beats & Eats presented by Flagstar Bank on Labor Day weekend. Read more
 

Music legends to perform at 47th annual Detroit Jazz Festival
DETROIT — The 47th annual Detroit Jazz Festival promises to bring more unforgettable concerts to downtown Detroit over the Labor Day weekend, Sept. 4 to 7. Read more

Events by date:

June 15
Americana Revue Trio concert
Free all-ages acoustic performance combines “classic songs and rich storytelling from across the American roots tradition,” bring blanket or chair, 7 p.m., gazebo at Blair Memorial Library, 416 N. Main St. in Clawson, (248) 588-5500


June 17
Courtyard Concert
Hear Jill Jack (Americana/folk/rock/soul), free for all ages, 6:30 p.m., outdoor at Ferndale Area District Library, 222 E. Nine Mile Road, fadl.org


Franklin Garden Walk
Public tours of five private gardens, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. or 6-9 p.m., check in and get map beforehand at gazebo in Franklin Community Association Park, 26495 Carol Ave., purchase tickets on site or at Village Boutique, 6457 Inkster Road, Franklin Public Library, 32455 Franklin Road, franklingardenclub.org or 2026franklingardenwalk.eventbrite.com


Let’s Go Fly a Kite!
Rescheduled from May, free event also includes hot dog lunch, complimentary beverages and raffle, noon-2 p.m., Steffens Park, 33000 Garfield Road in Fraser, register at frasercitymi.gov


June 18
Rochester Garden Walk
Rochester Garden Walk: Public invited to tour private gardens in greater Rochester area, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., purchase ticket at Auburn Oaks Garden Center, Bordine’s of Rochester Hills, Fogler’s Greenhouse, Piechnik’s Garden Gate or online at rochesterhills.org/musprograms, then exchange ticket for guide from 1-4 p.m. June 15-17 or on day of event at Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm, 1005 Van Hoosen Road, museum also hosting native plant sale from 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m., fleatique and cookie room from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., and “Let’s Talk About It: Natives, Nativars, and Cultivars” program at 10:30 a.m., walk co-sponsored by Rochester Garden Club, rochestergardenclub.org


June 19-20
Garden tour
Take self-guided tour of several gardens in Greater Grosse Pointe area, held rain or shine, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., hosted by nonprofit Grosse Pointe Garden Center, buy tickets and learn more at gpgardencenter.org


June 20
Summer Solstice Celebration
Features hayride, marshmallow toasting, exploring Nature Center, creating fairy/elf craft and art projects, games, and more outdoor activities, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Heritage Park, 24915 Farmington Road in Farmington Hills, register at mifarmingtonhillsweb.myvscloud.com


Wine on the Water
Includes wine pours and samples, charcuterie, dessert and more, 5-9 p.m., beach house patio at Blossom Heath, 24800 Jefferson Ave. in St. Clair Shores, purchase tickets at St. Clair Shores Parks and Recreation inside Civic Ice Arena, 20000 Stephens Road, scscoolcity.com


Grosse Pointe Pride Celebration
Presented by WeGP, event focuses on love, support and celebration for LGBTQ+ youth, includes music, guest speakers, family-friendly drag performances, interactive activities for kids, photo booth, face painting, activism opportunities and more, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m., starts with short march from Grosse Pointe Public Library - Central Library, 10 Kercheval Ave. in Grosse Pointe Farms, to Maire Elementary School, 740 Cadieux Road, leashed dogs and signs encouraged, wegp.org


Madison Heights Juneteenth Celebration
Free event includes opening remarks and prayer, live music, African American-owned food trucks and food vendors, pop-up marketplace with 40-plus vendors, educational exhibits about history of holiday, climbing tower, bounce houses, petting zoo, pony rides, games and more, noon-6 p.m., Civic Center Park, 360 W. 13 Mile Road, organized by Madison Heights Citizens United, madisonheightsjuneteenth.com


June 20-21
West Bloomfield Fine Art Show
Inaugural event features pieces by professional artists from around country, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. June 20 and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. June 21, parking lot of West Bloomfield High School, 4925 Orchard Lake Road, hotworks.org/events-hot-works


June 21
Stars & Stripes 250th Celebration
Free event features message from Armed Forces Chaplain Craig Muehler, Abraham Lincoln reenactor, patriotic outdoor worship service, pie-eating contests, bounce houses, face painting, live music and all-American lunch, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Shepherd's Gate Church, 12400 23 Mile Road in Shelby Township, sgatechurch.org/event/stars-stripes-250th-celebration


June 22
Ford Fireworks
10 p.m., view over Detroit River from Hart Plaza, Spirit Plaza, Belle Isle and other downtown locations, produced by The Parade Company, theparade.org


June 24
Festival of the Hills
Free event includes bounce houses, climbing wall, petting zoo, foam party and games from 6-9 p.m., food trucks from 6-9:45 p.m., screening of “Hoppers” (2026) from 7-8:30 p.m., live music and strolling entertainers from 7-9 p.m., DJ dance party from 9-10 p.m., and fireworks around 10 p.m., Borden Park, 1400 E. Hamlin Road in Rochester Hills, rochesterhills.org/thingstodo/festival_of_the_hills.php


June 24-July 4
Clawson 4th of July
Includes concert and ice cream social June 24, kiddie parade June 27, 5K run and 1-mile kids run June 28, carnival, arts and crafts fair and live music July 3-4, and 1-mile run, parade and fireworks July 4, see full schedule at clawson4thofjuly.com


June 26
Fireworks
Hear live music from 7-8:30 p.m., Eastwood Beach at Stony Creek Metropark, 4300 Main Park Road in Shelby Township, then watch fireworks over lake at different locations around 10:05 p.m., metroparks.com/stony-creek-metropark


• Gates at 3 p.m. and display at dusk, arrive early for food trucks and vendors, can also grill or bring picnic food, Veterans Memorial Park, 32400 Jefferson Ave. in St. Clair Shores, wristbands and parking passes on sale at Parks and Recreation office inside Civic Ice Arena, 20000 Stephens Road, rain date June 27, scsmi.net/307/events


Independence Day Celebration
Includes live music by Five Second Fuse and food trucks at 7 p.m., street party with music by DJ Godfather at 9:30 p.m., and fireworks at dusk, outside food and beverages welcome, Clinton River Park, Gratiot Avenue between Crocker Boulevard and Dickinson Street in Mount Clemens, downtownmountclemens.org/events


June 26-27
Shelby Township Summer Fest
Entertainment lineup includes Enchanted Storybook Sing-a-long and Dance Party at 5 p.m., Treehouse Live at 6:30 p.m. and Parallel Fifth at 8:30 p.m. June 26, and 1st Michigan Colonial Fife and Drum Corps at 8 p.m., Macomb Symphony Orchestra at 8:15 p.m. and drone show around 9:45 p.m. June 27, Shelby Township Civic Center Campus, 52700 Van Dyke Ave., facebook.com/theshelbytwp


June 26-28
Strawberry Festival
Includes adult beverages, grilling, inflatables, game tent for kids and live music all three days, plus car show June 26, pasta dinner, Oopsy Daisy the Clown and euchre tournament June 27, and Polish dinner, talent show, bingo and raffle drawing June 28, St. Isidore Catholic Church, corner of 23 Mile Road and Romeo Plank roads in Macomb Township, see full schedule at stisidore.church/festival


American Polish Festival
Features live polka music, traditional Polish dance performances, craft show, Polish and American food, Polka Mass, paczki-eating contest for children, pierogi-eating challenge and more, 4-11 p.m. June 26, 10 a.m.-11 p.m. June 27 and 10 a.m.-6 p.m. June 28, American Polish Century Club, 33204 Maple Lane in Sterling Heights, see full schedule at americanpolishfestival.com


June 27
Run Drugs Out of Town
5K run/walk hosted by Face Addiction Now (connects individuals and families impacted by substance use with no-cost programs and resources), walk-up registration at 8:30 a.m., ceremony at 9:15 a.m., 3.1-mile race at 10 a.m. and medal presentation at 11:30 a.m., also post-race picnic with food, snacks and drinks, course follows roads around Macomb Community College - Center Campus, 44575 Garfield Road in Clinton Township, faceaddictionnow.org


Slip, Slide, & Splash Fest
Features water slides, splash games, food, music and more, noon-2 p.m., Meadowbrook Christian Church, 2741 Walton Blvd. in Rochester Hills, mccrochesterhills.com/events-outreach


June 27-July 4
Huntington Woods Fourth of July festivities
Celebrate 250th anniversary of country and 100th anniversary of city, includes pancake breakfast June 27, Run Walk Boom 5K and 1-mile races June 28, picnic June 29, scavenger hunt and Red, White & Baby get-together June 30, games, races, pool party and more July 1, float-a-boat July 2, pet pageant July 3, and bake-off, parade, hot dog roast, concert and fireworks July 4, see times, locations and more at facebook.com/mihuntingtonwoods


June 28
Festival in the Park: Features food trucks, bounce houses, live entertainment and fireworks, 6-10:30 p.m., Madison Heights Civic Center Park, 360 W. 13 Mile Road, facebook.com/madisonheightsrecreation


Berkley Pride Block Party
Celebrate LGBTQ+ community with DJ, kids tent, teen lounge, food trucks, vendor booths, merchandise and photo opportunities, free admission and parking, 1-5 p.m., held along Robina Avenue at 12 Mile Road, berkleypride.com


July 1
Celebrating America’s 250th
Includes fife and drum performance, cake, games, crafts and more, 5:30-8 p.m., pavilion in Stine Community Park, 241 Town Center in Troy


Harmony in the Hills concert
Hear patriotic tunes by Winthrop Winds, 7 p.m., outdoor at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 620 Romeo St. in Rochester, free but donations appreciated, summer series continue with Island Melody Makers Aug. 5, harmonyinthehills.org


July 3
Fireworks
Shot off from barge on Sylvan Lake at dusk, presented by Oakland County Boat Club, (248) 682-9870


July 8
Fireworks
Includes inflatables and other activities from 6-8:30 p.m., Your Generation in Concert from 8-10 p.m., and fireworks around 10:05 p.m., plus food trucks and visits with living history interpreters at Moravian Meeting Hall Museum and Williams Log Cabin, Clinton Township Civic Center, 40700 Romeo Plank Road, clintontownship.com/238/clinton-township-fireworks


Troy Garden Walk
Principal fundraiser for Troy Garden Club, public can view five private gardens in Troy and one in Bloomfield Hills, 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. and 5-8:30 p.m., also arts and crafts boutique and plant sale featuring items grown mostly by TGC members, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Troy Historic Village, 60 W. Wattles Road, purchase tickets with map in person at THV, Auburn Oaks Garden Center, Telly’s Greenhouse, Uncle Luke’s, Bordine’s Rochester (starting June 19) and online at troygardenclubmi.com, (248) 321-8291


July 11
Troy Midsummer Bash
Features face painting, balloon artist, bounce houses, climbing tower, roller skating, bookmobile, touch-a-truck, food trucks and more, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Stine Community Park, 241 Town Center, rec.troymi.gov


July 11-12
Utica Antiques Market
Find antiques and secondhand items during largest outdoor event of its kind in southeastern Michigan, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. July 11 and 8 a.m.-4 p.m. July 12, Knights Park & Pavilion, 11541 21 Mile Road in Shelby Township, uticaantiques.com


July 23-25
Sterlingfest Art & Music Fair
Features rides and games, art fair, kids tent, food trucks and snack vendors, 5K, and three music stages, entertainment includes Bruno Mars and Gwen Stefani tribute act 24K Magic Kingdom, drone show, country artists Gretchen Wilson and Julianne Ankley (from Port Huron), and rock bands Great White and Slaughter, festival runs 10 a.m.-11 p.m., Sterling Heights City Center, 40555 Utica Road, and Dodge Park, 40620 Utica Road, see full schedule at sterlingheights.gov/2138/sterlingfest


Sept. 4-7
Arts, Beats & Eats
Annual Labor Day weekend festival features juried fine art show with creators from around country, 200 bands and acts on nine stages, and 65-plus eateries, restaurants and food trucks, 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Sept. 4-6 and 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Sept. 7, held on multiple streets south of 11 Mile Road and west of Main Street in Royal Oak, see other activities at artsbeatseats.com


Detroit Jazz Festival
Annual Labor Day weekend concert features free music at Hart Plaza and Valade Center in Detroit, see lineup at detroitjazzfest.org

Ongoing:

Berkley
Berkley Beats
Hear Harmonic Swell and The Bridge of Reverberation (classic rock) June 25 at Oxford Park, 2100 Bacon Ave., The Groove Suns (pop rock) July 9 at Dorothea Pocket Park, Coolidge Highway and Dorothea Road, and Weekend ComeBack (Motown, 2000s pop-punk and Top 40) July 30 at Oxford Park, bring chair or blanket, all free shows at 7 p.m., berkleymi.gov/berkleybeats


Beverly Hills
Concerts in the Park
Hear Northgate Drive (jazz, classic rock ‘n’ roll, folk and more) June 26, Cliff Erikson (12-string acoustic guitar) July 17 and The Hood (blends alternative, R&B, acoustic harmonies and rock anthems) Aug. 14, also food trucks, 7 p.m., Beverly Park, 18801 Beverly Road, villagebeverlyhills.com


Java & Jazz
Free coffee and music by Ryan Bills Trio, 9 a.m.-noon June 21, July 19, Aug. 16 and Sept. 20, pavilion at Beverly Park, 18801 Beverly Road, villagebeverlyhills.com


Food Truck Mondays
Eat from Two Brothers Mac Shack June 15, Cousins Maine Lobster June 22, The Grilled Wrap June 29, The Saucer Wood-Fired Pizza July 6, Touch Of Honey (All American) July 13, Mr. Bowls Mediterranean Street Food July 20, Birrieria El Zacatecano July 27, Heavenly Chicken And Waffles Aug. 3, Simply Spanish Aug. 10, WING SNOB Aug. 17, Melt Theory Aug. 24 and That’s Dat Truck Aug. 31, 4:30-7:30 p.m., Beverly Park, 18801 Beverly Road in Beverly Hills, villagebeverlyhills.com


Birmingham
Movie night
Free events includes pre-show entertainment at 6:30 p.m. and viewing of “Tangled” (2010) July 10, “The Bad Guys” (2022) Aug. 7 and “Lilo & Stich” (2002) Sept. 4 at 7:30 p.m., bring lawn chair or blanket, Booth Park, corner of Harmon Street and North Old Woodward Avenue, downtownbirmingham.com


In the Park Summer Concert Series
Hear Birmingham Concert Band honor America’s 250th anniversary June 17, Raputa (J. Geils tribute) June 24, Rebecca Cameron (country) July 1, Billy Mack and the Juke Joint Johnnies (vintage rock n’ roll, rockabilly and originals) July 8, 9D Proof (’90s) July 15, The Detroit Retro Society (Motown, soul and funk) July 22, LL7 Latin Jazz (with vocals) July 29, Zang (rock, pop and country) Aug. 5, The Steve Taylor Three (folk, country and rock) Aug. 12, Weekend ComeBack (Motown, 2000s pop-punk and Top 40) Aug. 19, and Atomic Annie (’70s/’80s rock and ’90s alternative) Aug. 26, 7-9 p.m. with bounce houses, face painting, arts and crafts, and more from 4-6 p.m. July 1 and Aug. 5, food trucks and resource vendors available during free shows, bring chair or blanket, Shain Park, 270 W. Merrill St., bhamgov.org/concerts


Clinton Township
Summer Sounds
Free concerts run 5-8 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays until Sept. 7 (3-6 p.m. July 4 and Labor Day), Center Court at The Mall at Partridge Creek, 17420 Hall Road, see lineup at shoppartridgecreek.com/events


Detroit
Summer concerts
See performances along Detroit River, select dates until Sept. 6, Aretha Franklin Amphitheatre, 2600 Atwater St., see lineup and more at thearetha.com


Ferndale
Splash pad
Open 10 a.m.-8 p.m. daily until Labor Day, Martin Road Park, 1615 E. Lewiston Ave.


Fraser
Vendors market
10 a.m.-2 p.m. July 11, Aug. 9 and Sept. 12, Steffens Park, 33000 Garfield Road


Farmington
Family Fun in Riley Park
Entertainment includes singer, songwriter, playwright, poet and performer Randy Kaplan June 17, magician Jeff Wawrzaszek June 24, “pop-country princess” McKayla Prew July 8, and Dance with Elegance teaching guests the hustle July 22, 7-8 p.m., 33113 Grand River Ave., farmlib.org


Farmington Hills
Food Truck Tuesdays
Eat from Hero or Villain June 16, Taqueria Victoria July 21 and Egg Roll Diva Aug. 18, also free activity, 5-7 p.m., parking lot of Farmington Community Library, 32737 W. 12 Mile Road, farmlib.org


Grosse Pointe Farms
Picnic & Play by the Lake
Free family-friendly gatherings includes classic lawn games and other activities, bring blanket and snacks, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. June 25, July 23 and Aug. 27, held on back lawn of The War Memorial, 32 Lake Shore Drive, warmemorial.org/events


Harrison Township
Book Break at the Beach
Includes stories, songs, activities and experiments, 11 a.m. Mondays until Aug. 10, playground pavilion at Lake St. Clair Metropark, 31300 Metropolitan Parkway in Harrison Township, hosted by Harrison Township Public Library, htlibrary.org/events


Lathrup Village
Food Truck Fridays
4:30-7:30 p.m., includes That’s Dat Truck June 26, IROC it All July 10, The Saucer Wood-Fired Pizza July 24, Touch of Honey (All American) Aug. 7, The Main Ingredient Aug. 21 and Ask Burger Co. Sept. 18, City Hall, 27400 Southfield Road


Macomb Township
Music in the Park
Free performances by The Gobies June 25, Power Play Detroit July 9, Itchycoo Park July 16, Zang July 23 and 50 Amp Fuse July 30, also Kids Zone 7 p.m., Macomb Corners Park, 19449 25 Mile Road, facebook.com/macombtwpparksandrec


Rosco on the Run
Join popular clown and other entertainers for free kids activities, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. July 7 and 28 at Macomb Corners Park, 19449 25 Mile Road, July 14 at Waldenburg Park, 19225 21 Mile Road, and July 21 at Recreation Center, 20699 Macomb St., facebook.com/macombtwpparksandrec


Madison Heights
Summer concerts
Hear Denise Davis & The Motor City Sensations (R&B) June 24, Motor City Wranglers (country rock) July 8, Night Sky Alumni (indie pop and ’90s alternative) July 22, Weekend ComeBack (Motown, 2000s pop-punk and Top 40) Aug. 5 and Sonic Freeway (Top 40) Aug. 19, 7-8 p.m., also Trail Tunes music festival, 2-7 p.m. Aug. 29, Civic Center Park, 360 W. 13 Mile Road, facebook.com/mhartsboard


Art in the Park series
Includes Yoga Flow with Mario June 17, open mic and karaoke July 15, Let Your Inside Painter Out July 29, family game night Aug. 12, and Dancing Under the Stars Aug. 26, 6:30-8 p.m., Civic Center Park, 360 W. 13 Mile Road, facebook.com/mhartsboard


Red Oaks Waterpark
Features wave pool, river ride, triple-flume water slide and 52 interactive water features, concessions available but can bring own food, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. until mid-August, then hours to be determined until Labor Day, 1455 E. 13 Mile Road, purchase ticket online up to three days in advance of visit, oaklandcountyparks.com


Mount Clemens
Uptown Friday Night Concert Series
Hear Brendon Linsley Band (funky blues and classic rock) June 19, Creedence (Creedence Clearwater Revival tribute) July 10, The Pat Smillie Band (rock, sould, R&B and roots) July 17, The Dave Hamilton Band (Motown) July 24, Sound Project (sax/jazz-driven rock) July 31, The Indecisions (’80s rock and variety) Aug. 7, Widsdom Drive (college rock) Aug. 14, Five Second Fuse (classic rock and modern hits) Aug. 21 and The Kris Kurzawa Group (guitar rock) Aug. 28, 7-9 p.m., corner of Macomb Place and Cherry Street Mall in Mount Clemens, facebook.com/downtownmountclemens


Novi
Street Sounds at Fountain Walk
Free concerts by Power Play Detroit June 16, The Love Junkies June 23, Vinyl Rockit July 7, Space Cat July 14, Magic Bus July 21, Ben Sharkey July 28, Fifty Amp Fuse Aug. 4, Elektrik Dream Aug. 11 and Killer Flamingos Aug. 18, also activities for kids, bring chair, 6-8 p.m., Twelve Mile Crossing at Fountain Walk, 44175 W. 12 Mile Road, moves inside to The Hub Stadium if raining, twelvemilecrossing.com


Rochester
Music in the Park!
Free performances by Keshtkar & Co. with Melody Balos (jazz) June 18, Hynde Sight (Chrissie Hynde and The Pretenders tribute) June 25, Black Mist (Irish) July 2, Cabaret Boreale (“vintage music reimagined”) July 9, Lisa Mary (country) July 16, The Belle Islanders (reggae) July 23 and Rochester Symphony Orchestra July 30, bring chair or blanket, popcorn and ice cream available for purchase, 7-8:30 p.m., Rochester Municipal Park, 400 Sixth St., facebook.com/musicintheparkdowntownrochester


Summer Concert Series
Grounds open at 5 p.m., seating in climate controlled garden tent starts at 6:30 p.m., performances begin at 7 p.m. and talent break with option to explore grounds occurs at 8 p.m., events also features cash bar and complimentary desserts, can bring own picnic food, hear Olivia Van Goor June 18, Mobile Dueling Pianos July 9, Ben Sharkey July 23 and Dave Bennett Aug. 6, Meadow Brook Hall, 350 Estate Drive, meadowbrookhall.org/concertseries


Bites & Beats by the Paint Creek
Hear Sinjon Smith July 9, The Loose Screws July 16, Sonic Freeway July 23, The Half Nelson Band July 30, Weekend ComeBack Aug. 6 and Y’all Band Aug. 13, food available for purchase from Rochester Mills Beer Co., also giveaways, raffles and games, bring chair or blanket, family-friendly events include free admission, 6:30-8 p.m., Rochester Lions Park behind Rochester Mills, 400 Water St., rararecreation.org


Rochester Hills
Rochester Grangers vintage base ball matches
Watch team play opponents while using equipment (or lack thereof), uniforms and rules circa 1870s, 6:30 p.m. June 23, 1 p.m. July 18 and 6:30 p.m. July 23, Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm, 1005 Van Hoosen Road, free but donations appreciated, Facebook


Summer Concert Series
Free performances by UC3 Trio June 20, Zenagain June 26, True Blue Classic Rock June 27, July 17 and Aug. 8, and Sean Mischley July 3, 5-8 p.m., bring chair or blanket, The Gazebo in Festival Park in The Village of Rochester Hills, 104 N. Adams Road, thevorh.com/events


Wet and Wild Wednesdays
Includes two slip and slides, fire truck, foam machine, wading in Stony Creek and water activities, also entertainment by Nick Thomas July 1, Circus Fun with Rufus July 8, Beverly the Music Lady July 15, Gordon the Magician July 22 and Kevin Kammeraad Puppet Show July 29, noon-2 p.m. (doors at 11:30 a.m.), Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm, 1005 Van Hoosen Road, rochesterhills.org/museum


Rochester/ Rochester Hills
Movies in the Park
Free events begin at 7:30 p.m. with shows at dusk, includes “Elio” (2025) July 17 at Oak Arbor Church, 495 Oak Arbor Circle West in Rochester, “Hoppers” (2026) July 24 at Avondale Park, 3400 Bathurst Ave. in Rochester Hills, “Zootopia 2” (2025) July 31 at Borden Park, 1400 E. Hamlin Road in Rochester Hills, “Goat” (2026) Aug. 7 at Long Meadow Elementary School, 450 Allston Drive in Rochester Hills, “Mario Galaxy” (2026) Aug. 14 at Musson Elementary School, 3500 Dutton Road in Rochester Hills, and “SpongeBob The Movie: Search for SquarePants” (2025) Aug. 21 at Spencer Park, 3701 John R. Road in Rochester Hills, bring snacks and chair or blanket, rararecreation.org


Roseville
Thursday Nights Under the Lights
Hear Cosmic Groove July 2, Mainstream Drive Aug. 6 and Slow Loose Stone Sept. 3, 7-9 p.m., food available for purchase from 6-9 p.m., bring chair or blanket, alley at Erin Commons, 28363 Gratiot Ave.


Royal Oak
Sights & Sounds
Food truck and concert series, also learn about local businesses, 4-9 p.m. July 8 and Aug. 12, Royal Oak Farmers Market, 316 E. 11 Mile Road, Facebook


Splash pad
Open 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Memorial Day to Labor Day, Normandy Oaks Park, 4234 Delemere Blvd. in Royal Oak, romi.gov


Water jets
Open 9 a.m.-10 p.m. Memorial Day to Labor Day, Centennial Commons, 221 E. Third St. in Royal Oak, (248) 246-3201


Royal Oak Leprechauns games
Watch member of Northwoods League (collegiate summer baseball), select times and dates until Aug. 8, The Lucky Corner at Memorial Park, 31050 Woodward Ave., see schedule and promotions at royaloakleprechauns.com


Southfield
Jazz & Blues
Hear Shahida Nurullah June 17, Chris Codish Trio July 15, and DeAnna Victoria & Her Jazzy Gentlemen Aug. 19, bring chair, 6 p.m., Fountain Terrace outside Southfield Public Library, 26300 Evergreen Road, moves inside in case of rain, (248) 796-4200


St. Clair Shores
Downtown Social District
Outdoor events include live music, food trucks, yard games and more, plus purchase alcoholic beverages from participating bars and restaurants and carry them around in approved common area, 5 p.m.-midnight June 27, July 11 and 25, Aug. 8 and 22, Sept. 12 and 26, and Oct. 10 and 24, held along Greater Mack Avenue between Nine Mile Road and intersection of Nine Mack and Cavalier drives, scsmi.net/999/downtown-social-district


Music on the Lake
Free performances by Katmandu (Bob Seger tribute) June 17, Zang (rock, pop and country) June 24, Rockstar (’80s rock) July 8, Captured Detroit (Journey tribute) July 15, Kathleen Murray and The Groove Council (Motown/R&B) July 22, Stone Blossoms (classic rock) July 29, Family Tradition Band (country) Aug. 5 and Bluewater Kings (high-energy band) Aug 12, 7-8:30 p.m., Veterans Memorial Park, 32400 Jefferson Ave., scsmi.net/307/events


Chamber Music Concert Series
Free performances by Swing Shift Orchestra July 6, Jeff Cavataio July 13, Planet D Nonet July 20, Belgian American Association Band July 27, Lakeshore Ukulele Strummers Aug. 3, Anchor Bay Jazz Band Aug. 10, The Neighbors Aug. 17, Motor City Sax Quartet Aug. 24 and David Sanchez Smooth Summer Sounds Aug. 31, bring chair or blanket, 7 p.m., Wahby Park, 24800 Jefferson Ave., scsmi.net/307/events


Sterling Heights
Music in the Park and Patios ‘n’ Pints
Performances at 7 p.m. by Lazo & Exodus (reggae) June 18, Your Generation (dance/party) June 25, Wayback Machine (classic rock) July 2, Mac Watts (country rock) July 9, Planet of Fun (dance/rock) July 16, Persuasion (dance/party) July 30, Nameless (rock) Aug. 6, RockStar (’80s rock) Aug. 13, Elektrik Dream (’80s/dance/pop) Aug. 20 and Magic Bus (Woodstock-era) Aug. 27, also get drink between 5-8 p.m. from Brew Detroit/Black Calder Brewing June 18, Beers Around the World June 25, Perrin/Cigar City July 2 and Aug. 20, The Mills July 9, Elysian Brewing July 16, Brew Detroit July 30, New Belgium Aug. 6, Right Brain/Rhinegeist Aug. 13, and Clean Out the Fridge Sale Aug. 27, Dodge Park, 40620 Utica Road, sterlingheights.gov/1236/dodge-park-thursdays


Concerts at Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre
Hear performances on select dates until Oct. 2, Freedom Hill County Park, 14900 Metropolitan Parkway, see lineup and more at 313presents.com/venue/michigan-lottery-amphitheatre


Sterling Heights Skate Park
Open 7 a.m.-10 p.m. until September, also music and food truck at night June 26, July 10 and Aug. 7, 40111 Dodge Park Road (between 41A District Court and Sterling Heights Public Library), sterlingheights.gov/1607/skate-park


Troy
Summer concerts
Free performances by Joey Vee (country) June 17, Sonic Freeway (hits from all decades) June 24, Captain Fantastic (Elton John tribute) July 1, Air Margaritaville (Jimmy Buffett tribute) July 8, The Blue Leaf’s (’60s-’80s) July 15, Band Company (Bad Company and Free tributes) July 22, Denise Davis & The Motor City Sensation (Motown and R&B) July 29, Turn to Stone (ELO tribute) Aug. 5, The BackBeats (The Beatles tribute) Aug. 12, ThunderBear (ZZ Top tribute) Aug. 19 and Weekend ComeBack (Motown, 2000s pop-punk and Top 40) Aug. 26, 7-8:30 p.m., also food trucks until 8 p.m., bring chair or blanket, Stine Community Park, 241 Town Center, find band biographies at rec.troymi.gov


Outdoor skating
For in-line and roller skating, rentals and concessions not available (can bring own food and drinks), 8 a.m.-10 p.m. daily from spring to fall, The Rink at Stine Community Park, 241 Town Center Drive, rec.troymi.gov/therink


Utica
Weekend Unwind
Free concert series includes DC Marx (classic rock) June 19, The Geri's (rock, country and blues) June 26, Collin. (contemporary rock) July 3, The MIXX (Top 40 from '80s to now) July 10, Sheila Landis (jazz, blues and pop) July 17, Classic Maniacs (classic rock) July 24, GlenBrooke & The Wild Weeds (country) July 31, American Ages Band (rock and country) Aug. 7, Circle of Fifths (rock and classic country) Aug. 14, Acoustic Madness (contemporary rock) Aug. 21, Nathan Grant (acoustic '80s, '90s and more) Aug. 28 and The Klik (classic rock) Sept. 4, bring cooler and lawn chair, 7-10 p.m., Memorial Park next to Utica Public Library, 7530 Auburn Road, also see fireworks from nearby UWM Field (formerly Jimmy John’s Field) after games, cityofutica.org


United Shore Professional Baseball League games
See Birmingham-Bloomfield Beavers, Eastside Diamond Hoppers, Utica Unicorns and Westside Woolly Mammoths on select Wednesdays-Sundays until Sept. 13, UWM Field (formerly Jimmy John’s Field), 7171 Auburn Road, uspbl.com


Warren
City Square Street Fair
Includes vendors, free kids activities, food trucks and movie, begins at 5 p.m. with ventriloquist at 7 p.m. and showing of “Zootopia 2” (2025) at 8 p.m. July 1, hula-hoop show at 7 p.m. and “SpongeBob The Movie: Search for SquarePants” (2025) at 8 p.m. Aug. 5, and magician at 7 p.m. and “Hoppers” (2026) at 8 p.m. Sept. 2, Warren City Square, 1 City Square, facebook.com/cityofwarren


Concerts at the Square
Hear 9D Proof (’90s) June 17, The Sound Alternative (Top 40) June 24, Mainstream Drive (Top 40) July 15, Raputa (J. Geils tribute) July 17, Chris Canas Band (blues, funk and soul) July 22, The Sax Maniacs (soul, funk and Motown) July 29, Weekend ComeBack (Motown, 2000s pop-punk and Top 40) July 31, Detroit Speedwagon (REO Speedwagon tribute) Aug. 5, The Mixx Band (Top 40) Aug. 7, Detroit Social Club (blues, Motown and more) Aug. 9, Teddy Petty & The Refugee (Tom Petty tribute and rock) Aug. 16, Warren Concert Band (marches and patriotic) Aug. 19 and Band Company (Bad Company tribute) Aug. 23, bring chair or blanket, 7 p.m., Warren City Square, 1 City Square, facebook.com/cityofwarren


City Square Fountain
Open 11 a.m.-7 p.m. daily until Sept. 7, Warren City Square, 1 City Square, facebook.com/cityofwarren

Farmers markets:

Birmingham
9 a.m.-2 p.m. Sundays until Oct. 25, Public Parking Lot #6, 660 N. Old Woodward Ave., see special event dates and music schedule at downtownbirmingham.com/visit/farmers-market


Clawson
10 a.m.-2 p.m. June 27, July 11 and Aug. 15, also 3-8 p.m. July 25 (runs in tandem with Cinema in the Street at dusk), held at intersection of 14 Mile Road and Main Street, cityofclawson.com


Clinton Township
9 a.m.-2 p.m. July 11, Aug. 8, Sept. 12 and Oct. 10, Knights of Columbus - John F. Kennedy Council #5460, 33320 Kelly Road, (586) 610-2990


Detroit/Grosse Pointe Farms
Eastern Market open 6 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturdays year-round, 2934 Russell St. in Detroit, easternmarket.org, also purchase fresh produce from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. June 23, July 7 and 21, Aug. 4 and 18, and Sept. 1, off site at The Helm at the Boll Life Center, 158 Ridge Road in Grosse Pointe Farms, (313) 882-9600


Farmington
9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays until Nov. 7, Sundquist Pavilion in Riley Park, 33113 Grand River Ave., see special event dates at farmingtonfarmersmarket.com


Grosse Pointe Park
Also live music and activities for kids, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays until Sept. 26, parking lot on southeast corner of Kercheval Avenue and Lakepointe Street (behind Corewell Health building), parkfarmersmarket.com


Mount Clemens
7 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays until November, new location behind Anton Art Center in Roskopp Parking Lot between Macomb Place and Southbound Gratiot Avenue, mountclemensfarmersmarket.com


Oak Park
9 a.m.-2 p.m. June 25, Oak Park Community Center Grounds, 14300 Oak Park Blvd., then 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursdays July 2-Nov. 19 at new site, Oak Park Event Hub, 14100 Oak Park Blvd., facebook.com/opfarmersmarket


Rochester
8 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays until October (except July 4), former site at corner of East Third and Water streets, downtownrochestermi.com/farmers-market


Royal Oak
7 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays, also antiques and collectibles from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Sundays, plus special events on select dates, 316 E. 11 Mile Road, romi.gov/1533/farmers-market


Shelby Township 
9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays until Oct. 10 (except July 4), Packard Proving Grounds, 49965 Van Dyke Ave., packardprovinggrounds.org/farmersmarket


St. Clair Shores
Sunday markets run 9 a.m.-2 p.m. June 28, July 26, Aug. 23 and Sept. 27, held along Greater Mack Avenue between Nine Mile Road and intersection of Nine Mack and Cavalier drives, also noon-6 p.m. Oct. 11, Blossom Heath Park, south of 10 Mile Road on Jefferson Avenue, Thursday markets open 5-9 p.m. July 9 and Aug. 13, Blossom Heath Park, see themes at scsmi.net/877/farmers-market


Sterling Heights
Also food trucks and special events, 3-8 p.m. Thursdays until Sept. 24 (except July 23), Dodge Park, 40620 Utica Road, find vendors and more at sterlingheights.gov/1236/dodge-park-thursdays


Troy
3-7 p.m. Wednesdays until Sept. 30, also food trucks until 8 p.m., Stine Community Park, 241 Town Center in Troy, find vendor list and giveaways at rec.troymi.gov


Waterford Township
7 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, 2350 Pontiac Lake Road, oakgov.com/community/oakland-county-parks/parks-trails/farmers-market

Car shows and cruises:
For a list of events around metro Detroit, along with stories about cool vehicles and their owners, check out our CarBuffs page, sponsored by B & B Collision in Royal Oak, at candgnews.com/CarBuffs.