January

North American International Car Show
248-643-0250

See the latest car concepts, enjoy the show, and have fun with the elite collectors, journalists and movers and shakers.

February

Detroit Boat Show
734-261-0123

The biggest and best boat show in Michigan is held in Detroit and boast a plethora of features such as fishing boats, ski boats, pontoons, cruisers, inflatables, personal watercraft, antique boats, sail boats, race boats, motors, trailer, accessories and special attractions.

March

Spring Boating Expo
734-261-0123

150 exhibitors bring the newest boats and boating accessories to the Spring Boat Expo with everything from ski boats to personal watercraft to inflatables to dockage.

May

Annual Downtown Hoedown
248-799-0600

Head Downtown for the best country music event around and it won't cost you a penny. This country music extravaganza brings together great country music performers, food, beverage and a load of fun.

Detroit Music Awards
248-360-2455

Names such as Eminem with D12, Bob Segar and Smokey Robinson have preformed at this event which honors and and showcases the talent of the musical artist in the Detroit music scene.

June

Arab International Festival
313-945-1700
Take part in the street fair that will be offering carnival rides, stage performances, food, arts, crafts, children’s fun, and much more!

International Freedom Festival
313-923-7400

This annual event is done in conjunction with the Canadian city of Windsor and has been thrilling patrons with fireworks, clowns, face painting, balloon animals, playground for children, interactive exhibits, concerts, KART racing, and other family activities since 1959.

Detroit Festival of the Arts
313-577-5088

The world of art comes alive in June with professional painters, sculptors, musicians, dancers, puppeteers and storytellers. Repercussion Theatre's Shakespeare-in-the-Park, a children's fair and the World Market round out this annual event.

Jazzin' on Jefferson
313-331-7939

From local talent to nationally known artist patrons can hear some of the best jazz and blues, get a tasty bite to eat and explore the many arts and crafts.

July

Comerica CityFest
313-927-7700

Enjoy free admission to this five day food and entertainment festival featuring restaurants, live performances, boutique retail, children's activities and extreme park and social gathering spots.!

Spirit of Detroit Music Festival
313-868-7464

This annual event brings together all types of music and musicians – country, R&B, blues, rock, and more. There are more than a dozen food vendors, open air marketplace, art show, carnival midway and entertainment for kids.

APBA Gold Cup
586-359-7760

Get your boat motor running! Check out the antique boats and the powerboat as they speed along the Detroit River at this annual competition.

August

Ribs ‘n’ Soul Festival
800-643-1220

Food and fun galore! Enjoy mouth-watering barbecue, drink, shop and listen to live entertainment with Art on the River, Business Row, Ribs' n' Soul Festival Classic Car Show, Blues on the River and Food for the Soul Gospel Showcase!

African World Festival
313-494-5800

Enjoy the African culture through performances, food, games, storytelling, music, crafts and vendors selling everything from clothing to masks.

Festival of India
734-834-2621 or 248-835-5077

Indian dance and music, bands, food, kids’ carnival, health fair, beauty pageant, basketball tournament, painting competitions and art exhibits.

Michigan State Fair
313-369-8250

The Michigan State Fair is the oldest state fair in the country, having begun in 1849. The fair features livestock shows, national music acts, a midway section, rides and fun around every corner.

Woodward Dream Cruise
248-875-7423

More than 30,000 cars are features at this event with collector, custom, muscle and street cars which draws in more than a million people that can't wait to get their car mania fix.

September

Detroit International Jazz Festival
313-963-7622

The Detroit International Jazz Festival is a huge, free live music event held every Labor Day weekend. National and internationally known jazz and blues artists, as well and emerging acts, perform more than 125 free shows during the course of the weekend.

Arts, Beats, & Eats Festival
248-334-4600

Enjoy art exhibits, food, live bands on 10 stages, and vacation give-a-ways.

October

Oktoberfest
248-398-0900

A German tradition at its finest with German themed food, beverages, live music, dancing, puppet shows, children's activities and a beer garden for the kids over 21!

November

America’s Thanksgiving Parade
313-923-7400

More than 75 floats, balloons, marching bands, and other specialty acts march along the streets of Detroit in celebrate Thanksgiving and welcome the Christmas season. Call ahead to reserve seating.

Wyandotte Christmas Parade
734-324-4506

Get ready for the Holidays at this traditional parade featuring Miss Michigan, Wyandotte Biddle Bear, bands, clowns, floats, antique vehicles, horses and Santa Claus.

November/December

Michigan Christmas Show and Marketplace
248-348-5600

The Holiday spirit is sure to find you at the Michigan Christmas Show and marketplace with tons on holiday displays, shopping, demonstrations, musical entertainment and Santa Claus.

December

Noel Night
313-577-5088

Patrons gather in Detroit's University Cultural Center Area for this annual celebration where more than 20 institutions open their doors free of charge to the public. Other festivities include horse-drawn carriage rides, holiday shopping, family craft activities, musical and dance performances and the day ends with a community sing-along.

Downtown Ferndale's Holiday Ice Festival
248-546-1632

There is no better time to explore Ferndale then at Christmas time. The Downtown area is adorned with over 70 ice sculptures and visitors will be thrilled by the strolling musicians, pictures with Santa and the shopping spree give-a-way.