More Great Events in Michigan

January 1-3, 2010: 29th Annual Cycle World International Motorcycle Show - held at the Rock Financial Showplace in Novi, northwest of Detroit.

January 30, 2010 (sat): Heikinpäivä 2009 - in Hancock (U.P., northwest upper peninsula). a Finnish-American celebration associated with Heikki Day (St. Henrik’s day, January 19th). Has events throughout the week leading up to the primary festival day. Finnish crafts, music, food, films and games. Parade, Boot-throwing & Wife-carrying competitions, Tanssit (Dance), Seisovapöytä (Finnish buffet), Finnish games, Vipukelkka (whipsled), reindeer encampment, dog sled demos, Lumijuoksu (Snow Run), more.

February 18-21, 2010 (thurs-sun): Convocation - in Troy (north of Detroit). 16th annual convention of esoteric and mystical paths. Over 100 classes and rituals presented by local instructors, internationally renowned guest speakers and authors. Over 40 tables of merchandise in our Merchant Room, an Art Show and the largest indoor Drum Circle in the Midwest.

February 19-21, 2010 (fri-sun): Shanty Days - in Caseville (Thumb area). Ice Fishing Contests, Chili Cookoff, Potty Trotty outhouse race, Human Bowling, Texas Hold-Em Tournament, Raffle, Pool Tournament, Beer Tent, Live Music, Karaoke, DJ & Dancing, Snow Golf, Cold Butt Euchre, kids entertainment, more.

February 19-20, 2010 (fri-sat): Frostbite Winter Fest - in Harrison. 2nd Annual. Budd Lake golf outing, kids activities, more.

February 20, 2010 (sat): Fur Ball 2010 - at Crystal Gardens in Howell. Humane Society of Livingston County's annual fundraiser. Dinner, dancing with a live band, fortune telling, a premium open bar, a silent and live auction, and more! HSLC saves and protects thousands of animals each year, yet receives no taxpayer nor municipal funding. Tickets are $80 per person, $150 per couple, and are tax deductible. For more info, contact HSLC at 517-552-8050 or visit website.

TBA (fri-sun): Village of Rochester Hills Ice Sculpting Festival (north of Detroit). Annual.

TBA 2010: Annual St. Patrick's Parade in Detroit - route is along Michigan Avenue in the area known as Corktown. Floats, Pipe Bands, marching bands, novelty groups, more.

March 10-13, 2010 (wed-sat): Clare Irish Festival - in Clare (northern lower peninsula). "From Leprechaun contests and parades to Irish dancing and musical performances, be prepared to immerse yourself in the finest Irish traditions at the 35th Annual Clare Irish Festival."

TBA 2010 (fri-sun): Annual Michigan Regional Sportsmen Show - in Alpena (northeast side of lower peninsula). "Largest Sportsmen Show in Northern Michigan", hunting and fishing show. Sponsored by the Alpena Knights of Columbus #529, money raised with this event is for charity.

March 21-27, 2010: Detroit International Comedy Festival (Annual Detroit Comedy Fest) - most performances at Mark Ridley's Comedy Castle - in Royal Oak, just north of Detroit.

Blossomtime Festival in Southwestern MI.
Starts in March then various dates after. Annual. parade, pageants, queen, run, more.

(TBA 2011): Battle of Detroit World Martial Arts Open Championship | Health/Exercise Expo at the University of Michigan Dearborn (Metro Detroit). benefits Z.I.A.D. - Healthcare for the underserved. held every two years.

April 15, 2010 (thu): Rock and Rummage Spring Cleaning Spectacular at The Elbow Room in Ypsilanti. 6 S. Washington in downtown Ypsilanti, MI. Music stuff, Movie Stuff, books, etc., and the return of Elbow Room Karaoke. This is a FREE night for those 21+.

April 16-17, 2010 (fri-sat): Bringin' Back the 80's Festival - in Frankenmuth (east MI, north of Flint). Annual event, Admission $7, profits go to the American Cancer Society. Break Dancers, best dressed contest, 80s music, more. ms

April 21-25, 2010 (wed-sun): National Trout Festival in Kalkaska (northwest MI, near Traverse City). 73rd in 2009 had fishing contest, parade, carnival, golf outings, car show, entertainment, fireworks.

April 23-25, 2010 (fri-sun): 3rd Annual Chef's Challenge for Challenge Mountain - at Boyne Mountain, Boyne Falls, MI (northwest lower peninsula). Chefs in Michigan compete for Bragging Rights & Notoriety. "Chef Teams from Northern and Southern Michigan present the state's great Agricultural diversity at it’s succulent finest, complimented by fine Michigan wines and micro-brews, a true premier Michigan event. All Chefs Challenge proceeds go to help Challenge Mountain, the nation’s only adaptive recreational facility dedicated exclusively to people with special needs. 100% of all donated dollars go directly to our programs."

April 23-25, 2010 (fri-sun): Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival - 70th Annual in Vermontville (west of Lansing). "We have something for everyone—Mid-America rides, talent show, arts and crafts, flea market, two parades, petting zoo, princess pageant, various displays, games, free entertainment and arm wrestling. Our syrup producers are located throughout the village selling syrup, candies, crème and the ever popular maple syrup cotton candy." Held annually on the last full weekend in April.

April 25, 2010 (sun): Lakeshore Blessing of the Bikes - Annual in Holland (West MI) at Ottawa County Fairgrounds. A gathering to start the riding season with a Blessing for a safe year, to promote a sense of community and fellowship among riders and to support local charities. Hundreds of motorcyclists and non-motorcyclists participate in the blessing. Live music, food and motorcycles of every color, size, shape, and brand make this event interesting for all attendees. Donation $5 per bike/vehicle.

April 29th - May 2nd, 2010 (thu-sun): Michigan International Women's Show in Novi (northwest of Detroit).

May 7-9, 2010 (fri-sun): Mesick Mushroom Festival - 51st Annual - in Mesick (northwest MI, south of Traverse City). Mesick, MI is the mushroom capital in the United States. Event features a Grand Parade, Carnival rides, contests for mushroom hunters, lots of food, beer tent, 5 K walk/run, Mug bog racers, crafts and hobbies, flea market, horseshoe toss, horse pull, more.

May 13-16, 2010: 1st Annual North of 45 Retreat for Writers - This event features an all inclusive weekend retreat in Curtis at Chamberlin's Ole Forest Inn. The amazing staff includes novelist Steve Amick, creative writing professor Shelley St. Ange-Sheldon, songwriter and playwright Amy Speace, children's author Jeff Schatzer and freelance writer and North of 45 director Ann Rowland. The registration form and additional information is available online under Events and then Calendar. Call the Erickson Center for the Arts office at 906-586-9974 for additional information.

May 21 & 23, 2010 (fri & sun): 3 Minutes in Lyon Film Festival - Enjoy two evenings of new and unique short films created by local aspiring filmmakers, young and old. This is a family friendly event. Friday Screening Night in New Hudson, free and open to the public, all films will be screened for the public for the first time at a large outdoor theater. Sunday Festival Awards Night South Lyon, $2 donation requested.

May 29, 2010 (sat): Petoskey Stone Festival - in Eastport, Antrim County (northwestern MI). 10am-4pm, Free admission. Celebrating Michigan's state stone. Beach hunt for stone treasures, stone skipping contest, gemstone vendors, local foods and music, more.

To find most fireworks shows in Michigan, click: Fireworks Displays in Michigan for 2010
search by date or by city. This annually updated database is impressive.

June 5, 2010 (sat): 4th Annual Ionia Classic Car, Truck and Bike Show - in Ionia (Mid/Western MI, northwest of Lansing). 9am-3pm. This is a judged show with 1st and 2nd place trophies for classes. $10 registration fee. Dash plaques and goodie bags for first 100 registered. There will be food, music and fun for the whole family. Proceeds to benefit the Ionia Area Food Banks. For info call 989-855-2248 or 989-855-2108 or visit website.

June 5-6, 2010 (sat-sun): Chelsea Painters Annual Art Fair - at Chelsea Community Hospital, 775 S. Main St., Chelsea, MI 48118 (Southeast MI). Free Admission, open to the public. Twenty-five award-winning artists will display and sell original fine art and cards in a variety of media: watercolor, acrylic, oil, pastel, gouache, encaustic, monotype, and mixed media. The Chelsea Center for the Arts (CCA) will offer hands-on art activities for children.

June 10-13, 2010 (thu-sun): Nautical Mile Annual Splash Bash - in St. Clair Shores (northeast of Detroit). boat party, live bands, djs, car show, Miss Nautical Mile Pageant. info when available.

June 11-13, 2010 (fri-sun): Annual National Asparagus Festival (NAF) - in Hart (West Michigan). Some of the annual events include: Arts & Crafts Fair, "Spear-it" 5K Run/Walk, Children's Parade and activities, Joe Foster Golf Open, The Joan Glover Royale Parade, Asparagus Food Show.

June 11-13, 2010 (fri-sun): 1st Annual Circus Park Extravaganza for Shrine Children and 6th Annual Blesing of The Bikes and Bands Charity Ride in Clio (north of Flint). A newly combined event. parade, full carnival midway, escorted motorcycle ride, bands friday and saturday. All proceed benefit The Elf Khurafeh Shrine Center for Shrine Children.

June 12-13, 2010 (sat-sun): Michigan Kitefest in Richland (West Michigan, near Kalamazoo). annual kite flying event and competition.

June 16-20, 2010 (wed-sun): Hamburg Family Fun Fest - in Hamburg Township (west of Detroit). Annual event. live music, fireworks, more.

June 17-20, 2010 (thu-sun): Bethesda Summer Blast 2010 - in Sterling Heights (north of Detroit). Free Admission. Attractions will include art and craft displays, carnival midway, petting farm and pony rides, comedy & juggling performance, more.

June 18-19, 2010 (fri-sat): West Michigan Chalk Art Festival (WMCAF) - in Byron Center, MI (South of Grand Rapids). Festival will bring explosions of color to West Michigan. Artists of all ages are invited to display their creativity using chalk. Youth are encouraged to let loose and create! In addition to individual artists, families and businesses are invited to enter as teams. Prizes awarded for top artists in adult categories. There will also be a special "wellness" category. Even if not an artist, bring the whole family, walk, view and experience chalk art at your feet. The WMCAF is sponsored by Byron Community Wellness Foundation a not profit corporation. This is an event you won't want to miss!

June 22-27, 2010 (tue-sun): Livonia Spree - in Livonia, just west of Detroit. Annual week long celebration of founding of the city. Held at Ford Field, corner of Farmington Rd and Lyndon. Great music ranging from Country to jazz, a fantastic family carnival, delicious food, and the Grand Finale Fireworks Extravaganza on Sunday night. This year includes Art from the Heart family friendly annual Arts & Crafts festival June 25-26.

June 23-27, 2009 (wed-sun): Annual Bay-Rama Fishfly Festival - in New Baltimore (northeast of Detroit). Annual event includes a parade, fireworks, Bay-Rama Queen and Court, talent show, live music, eating contests and much more.

June 24-27, 2010 (thu-sun): St. Stan's A.C. Polish Festival - in Bay City (East/Mid MI). "Michigan's largest Polish Festival. enjoy Road Race Night on Thursday, Casino Night on Friday, Kids Day on Saturday, and Sunday Outdoor Heritage Mass followed by a BBQ chicken dinner. All four days feature Bingo, Blackjack, Big Six, homemade Polish and American food, major carnival rides, games for all ages, a large beer tent, dance floor and the best in live polka music. Entertainment tent is $5 per day, all day ride bands will be available.

June 25-27, 2010 (fri-sun): Opa! Fest - 16th Annual - in Troy (north of Detroit). "Metro Detroit area's largest ongoing celebration of Greek culture. Enjoy traditional Greek food, music and dancing, cooking demonstrations and cultural exhibits." Kids area has rides and activities.

June 26, 2010 (sat): Thrive Music Festival and Carnival - in Farmington Hills (northwest of Detroit). Free Admission and parking. Bands for all ages, skateboarding, organized activities.

TBA 2010 (fri-sun): Chaldean Festival - Annual - in Southfield (just north of Detroit).
info when available: www.chaldeanchamber.com

TBA 2010 (sat-sun): Hungarian Festival - A Celebration of "Faith, Family & Friends" - at Benjamin Yack Arena, 3131 Third Street, Wyandotte, MI. Features Authentic Hungarian Food, pastries, beer, wines, live music, dancers. Plus a children's booth, raffle and vendor booths. Admission $3, Children under 12 admitted free (with adult). For Information call 313-842-1133 or 313-408-2647.

TBA 2010 (sat-sun): Masco Art in the Park in Taylor (south of Detroit). Festival for visual and performing arts at Heritage Park, 12111 Pardee Road, Taylor MI. Free Parking, Free Admission and free entertainment, a juried art fair with more than 100 artists, a student art gallery, classic car show, more.

To find most fireworks shows in Michigan, click: Fireworks Displays in Michigan for 2010
search by date or by city. This annually updated database is impressive.

July 4th: Too many celebrations to mention here! contact your local newspaper or government.

July 7-10, 2010 (wed-sat): Wyandotte Street Art Fair - in Wyandotte (Downriver, south of Detroit). Annual event, over 300 artist booths, DIA Creative Drop-In Workshop, Riverfront & Street Entertainment, food, Children's Activity Areas, Beautiful Baby Contest, more.

July 9-11, 2010 (fri-sun): River Raisin Festival - in Blissfield (lower part of Southeast MI). Miss River Raisin Festival, Rockin' On The River.

July 15 through August 8, 2010: Michigan Shakespeare Festival - in Jackson (west of Ann Arbor). Festival has been presenting the timeless themes and glorious language of William Shakespeare since 1995, growing each year into a premier regional event that draws respected actors from across the nation, and satisfied audiences from throughout the Midwest. 2010 features two of Shakespeare's most well-known and frequently performed plays, Romeo and Juliet and The Comedy of Errors. Tickets $10 to $30, and a season package is available. call 517-998-3673.

July 17, 2010 (sat): South Macomb BBQ Cook Off & Made in Michigan Festival - in Roseville. 1st Annual. Event is Free to attend and Free to watch. Come out and cheer on your favorite "Pit-Master" in the Restaurant & Backyard Categories. Cooking starts at 7am, Judging will start at 5pm and he Awards will be given out at 6:30pm for the title of "Best BBQ Ribs & Chicken" in South Macomb County. If you would like to join in the cook off contest there is a $250 entry fee for the "Professional Restaurant Category" with a $500 1st place cash prize and $250 for 2nd place. It is only $100 to enter into the "Amateur Backyard Category" for a 1st place cash prize of $200 and $100 for 2nd place. While you’re here you can shop for "Made in Michigan" products. Some United Street Machine Association members will display some of their Best Show Cars in our parking lot with a Free Car show! We will have music and a live band playing during the event sponsored by Gratiot Auto Center (West side of Gratiot, just North of 12 Mile Road).

TBA 2010: Battle of the Jets at Milan Dragway - will have the fastest street cars taking it to the ¼ mile to battle. Also featured will be jet powered cars, trucks and dragsters going over 300 mph in the quarter mile at the same time showing off their fireshow out the back! Tickets are $20 per adult (includes pit pass), kids 12 & under are free.

TBA 2010: Sunrise Side Wine & Food Festival - at Harrisville Harbor (Northeast Michigan). Noon to 6PM, a Michigan tradition featuring award-winning Michigan wines, delectable local foods and artisan breads, original art show, live music performances and a breathtaking view of Lake Huron.

July 23-25, 2010 (fri-sun): Yale Bologna Festival - in Yale (located in Michigan's thumb).
"a gathering of over 20,000 Bologna starved party-goers! A tradition in Yale since 1989, this festival has grown considerably since its humble beginnings. The festival draws people from all around Michigan as well as other states, eager to see who will be the next King and Queen of Bologna. The Bologna Festival includes such events as the famed outhouses races, a street dance, fireworks and a parade down Main Street that continues to grow each year."

July 23-25, 2010 (fri-sun): Roar On The River - in Trenton (south of Detroit). Outboard powerboat races, SST 120 and SST 45 UIM/APBA World Championships. Festivities include Jet Ski stunt show, live entertainment and Roar In The Park Car Show.

July 24-25, 2010 (sat-sun): Ammual Arab and Chaldean Festival - in Downtown Detroit at Hart Plaza. Annual festival serves as a multicultural program for people of all cultures to enjoy. Music, art gallery, fashion show, children's fair, middle eastern food, more.
former website: www.arabandchaldeanfestival.com (expired 6-2-2010)

Festival of India - in Detroit. www.festivalofindiadetroit.com not available 7-6-2009 to 3-31-2010.

July 29 - August 1, 2010 (thu-sun): Munger Potato Festival - in Munger (near Bay City, East/Mid MI). Entertainment tent, carnival, Figure 8's & Demolition Derbies, Parade and FREE POTATOES.

August 6-7, 2010 (fri-sat): 33rd Annual Bay Port Fish Sandwich Festival - in Bay Port (located in Michigan's thumb). Fish sandwiches and dinners, fireworks, classic car show, crafters, Rising Star competition, petting zoo, bingo, more.

August 6-8, 2010 (fri-sun): Lebfest 2010 (Lebanese Festival) - in Northville (northwest of Detroit). Annual event. Authentic Lebanese Cuisine, International Artisans, Live Entertainment, Shows, Dancers, Ethnic Bazaar, Cultural Displays, more.

August 12-15, 2010 (fri-sun): Humungous Fungus Fest - in Crystal Falls (U.P.). Annual festival, Free Admission. Fest Parade, Mushroom Cook-off, Humungus Pizza Cooking, Strong Man Competition, Motocross races, Live Music, Street Dance, Pie Social, various tournaments, raffle, City Wide Rummage Sale, more. The Humungous Fungus "weighs roughly 11 tons and covers 37 acres. This makes it the largest mushroom (fungus) in the world. Based on the average rate of growth through the soil, the Humongous Fungus is probably more than 1,500 years old."

August 19, 2010 (thu): Annual Gleaners Iron Chef Competition - in Brighton (north of Ann Arbor). Charity and bragging rights Culinary Competition between two local top chefs. Includes a silent auction. Proceeds go to supply meals to hungry families. tickets $50.

August 19-21, 2010 (thu-sat): Mendon Riverfest - 23rd anniversary - in Three Rivers (Southwest MI). "Inflatable" games, Free entertainment, children's activities, competitive events, 5th Annual Riverfest Idol, various vendors and a Fireworks display over the river. Held annually on third weekend in August.

August 19-22, 2010 (thu-sun): Howell Melon Festival - in Howell (east of Lansing). Annual event with Watermelon Eating Contest, Melon Toss Competition using homebuilt Trebuchets and Catapults, Watermelon Skiing, Biggest Howell Melon Weigh-in, Michigan Made Arts & Crafts show, kids activities, live entertainment, more.

August 26-28, 2010 (thur-sat): Clarkston Eagles 3373 Annual Pig and Corn Roast (northwest of Detroit) - Free Admission, open to the public. Entertainment all three days with bands and a comedy show, plus casino, horseshoes, Kids zone. Information when available: www.clarkstoneagles.com

August 28-29, 2010 (sat-sun): Eaton Rapids Dam Festival - 8th Annual - in Eaton Rapids (south of Lansing). Free Admission. activities include Dam Tours, Arts and Craft Show, Car Show, 5K Run, Children Activities, Funny Boat Race, Live Music, Pedal Tractor Pull, lots of great food and ice cream.

TBA 2010 (fri-sun): Ribs 'n' Soul Festival - in Detroit at Hart Plaza. 14th in 2009.

??? (fri-mon): Hamtramck Labor Day Festival - Annual - in Hamtramck (within Detroit).
website www.hamtramcklaborday.com expired on 5/12/2010.
Hamtramck Festival has more than 500,000 annual visitors, live music on two stages, carnival rides, Polish Day Parade, samplings of ethnic food, cultural dancers, children's activities, more.

September 10-12, 2010 (fri-sun): Annual Plymouth Community Fall Festival - in Plymouth.

September 11-12, 2010 (fri-sun): 59th Posen Potato Festival - in Posen (northeast lower peninsula near Alpena).

September 12, 2010 (sun): Dawn Farm 37th Anniversary Jamboree in Ypsilanti. 1pm - 6pm. Annual family event with Free Admission and free activities for all ages, including great live music all day by a popular local band, hayrides, animals to pet, pony rides, lots of activities for children, a rock climbing wall, tours of the 74 acre farm, and live and silent auctions and a gift table with a variety of donated goods and services, many at bargain prices! Dawn Farm is the only residential treatment program in the area, and funds raised from this event will help defray treatment costs for individuals who have no other resources. Dawn Farm, 6633 Stoney Creek Rd, Ypsilanti, MI 48197-6609. phone 734-485-8725

September 11, 2010 (sat): Hamburg Festival & Railroad Days - in Hamburg Township (north of Ann Arbor). Offered will be excursion rides on the 1225 Polar Express steam engine train, history displays at Museum a Quilt show and other activities. For info call 810-986-0190. All proceeds support the Hamburg Historical Museum.

September 17-18, 2010 (fri-sat): Pure Stock Muscle Car Drag Races (PSMCDR) in Stanton (middle lower peninsula). Annual event "for stock muscle cars that have few modifications, like when they rolled off the assembly line. This two-day race is held at the Mid-Michigan Motorplex drag strip. On the first day, drivers have nearly unlimited track time to test and tune their cars. There's a friendly, fun atmosphere here. Come race your car or enjoy watching the great matches."

September 17-19, 2010 (fri-sun): Paul Bunyan Festival & Great Lakes Chainsaw Carving Championship in Oscoda (east/northeast MI). 14th Annual. Chainsaw carvers turn logs into intricate sculptures (sold at auction), Timberjack Show, Arts & Crafts Fair, Classic Car Show, Pony Rides, Kid's Games, Inflatables (climbing wall, moonwalk, giant slide), Bunyan Games (Axe-throwing, Greased-Pole climb for cash, Kid's relay races and more), Live Bands, Beverage Tent, Great Food and much more for the whole family.

September 24-25, 2010 (fri-sat): Oktoberfest West Michigan - at John Ball Park in Grand Rapids (West MI). Free Admission, Free Parking. "We are hosting the largest known Alphorn Ensemble in the US. Also a large beer tent featuring varieties of Erdinger Beer as well as other German beers and wines, authentic German food, hot dogs and root beer for the kids, great German bands, and our own Edelweiss Club and Sailors Ahoy choirs. Try your hand at the keg-tossing or stein-holding contests! We'll have clowns, carnival games with prizes, pumpkin decorating and face painting." Proceeds benefit the Kids Food Basket charity of Grand Rapids.

TBA 2010 (sat-sun): Funky Ferndale Art Fair and D.I.Y. Street Fair in Ferndale (just north of Detroit). Funky Ferndale Art Show and DIY ("Do It Yourself") Street Fair combine to bring national juried artists and local creative entrepreneurs in one downtown on one weekend. Art Show will feature over 100 juried artists and local foods, while DIY will feature over 50 creative entrepreneurs setting the example of how to "do it yourself". Event will also feature a Beer Festival of local breweries, farmers market and some great local live music acts. D.I.Y. ms

TBA 2010 (sat-sun): Romanian Festival of Greater Detroit (RomFest '09) - in Southfield (just north of Detroit). 5th Annual. Admission is $5 per person (children under 6 are free).

TBA 2010 (fri-sun): American Sewing Expo (ASE) - 15th Annual in 2008 was at Rock Financial Showplace in Novi (northwest of Detroit). Admission $12 to $98, children 16 and under are free with paying adult. "The Largest Independent Sewing Expo in the World".

? Streak on the Creek - at Stony Creek Metro Park. Inboard Hydroplane Racing.

Sept-Oct 2010: Madman Mike's Michigan Halloween Haunts and Events List - The most extensive annually updated links to Haunted Houses and Attractions throughout all of MI. Metro Detroit and Southeast Michigan to West-Mid-North MI, all on one page. It also lists Halloween events plus year-round linked listings of Real Ghost Hunters and Paranormal Investigators in Michigan, and other interesting information.

October 7-10, 2010 (thu-sun): Great Lakes Lighthouse Festival - 15th Annual - in Alpena (northeast lower peninsula). "The four day event provides activities for the young and old including lighthouse tours (aerial, boat or personal vehicle), entertainment, and vendors. The festival boasts over 100 maritime related vendors including lighthouse preservation groups, artists, authors and more."

October 9-10, 2010 (sat-sun): Tecumseh's Annual Appleumpkin Festival (southwest of Ann Arbor). 17th Annual. Antique Street Fair and Flea Market, Art Attack - a juried arts and crafts show, craft your own scarecrow, live entertainment, kids enjoy midway rides and carnival games, and more. Held in conjunction with Kapnick Orchard's Apple Festival.

October 24, 2009 (sat): Oktoberfest - at the Germania Club in Brownstown (south of Detroit), 23156 King Road (just east of Telegraph), 734-479-4278. Authentic German food and beer, kids activities and fun for all ages.

TBA 2010 (sat): Lake Orion Pumpkin Launch - at Orion Oaks Park, 2nd annual in 2009. Pumpkins and other things get flung hundreds of feet! Anyone can compete with their own home built trebuchets launcher, machines can be any size. After measured launches, spectators can see machines up close, then there is an open launch when teams can launch anything anytime. 11am-3pm, event has free admission for the public but $5 per-car parking at the park.

TBA 2010: Annual Russian Festival in Kalamazoo - web page lists several dates, contact them for specifics.

TBA 2010 (wed fri sat): Turkey Testicle Festival - at The Grand Banquet Center, 660 W. Hampton Rd., Essexville, MI 48732 (East MI, near Bay City). phone 989-893-9303. Hayrides, games, bonfires, music, beer tent, indoor bar & dance floor, and Deep Fried Turkey Testicles. Adults $5, Children Free.

? The Guvvys - 23rd was in 2008. Governor's Awards for Arts & Culture Gala.

TBA 2010 (sat-sun): 18th Annual S.E.M.I. Indian Fall Festival - at the Gibraltar Trade Center in Mt. Clemens. Dancers, drummers, traders. Shows and demonstrations throughout each day. .pdf flyer

Christmas Holiday Events are listed on Mike's Christmas and Santa page.

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Michigan Antique & Collectible Festivals 2010 - in Midland.
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TBA 2010: Cruise-In Oxford - in Oxford. summer classic car event every Tuesday evening.

Bike Nights - start May 14, 2010 in Mt. Clemens at Gibraltar Trade Center (north of Detroit) every Friday during the summer, rain or shine. no cover charge, live bands, beer, mixed drinks.

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