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2019
These events are just some of the highlights to be found in the region. There are many, many more events worth making your way to, in every season of the year. Please check the calendar on our website for other ideas, as well as the calendars available at Pure Michigan and local chambers.
June 2019 • GM River Days • DETROIT
Whether you prefer a more relaxed pace or living life in the fast lane, there’s an event specifically for you! Bring your mat and
participate in “Yoga on the River,” or satisfy your adventurous spirit and sail through the sky on a 300-foot zip line.. • riverdays.com July 2019 • Maker Faire • DETROIT
Calling all crafters! The Detroit Maker Faire is the spot for inventors, crafters, and makers to showcase their talents. You can find more information on how you can participate or purchase tickets to attend on the website. • detroit.makerfaire.com
August 2019 • Detroit Jazz Festival • DETROIT
Relax into the rhythmic music of some of jazz’s most talented artists. Visit their website for the 2019 lineup, ticket information, and to
find out how you can get involved. • detroitjazzfest.org
August 2019 • Michigan’s Longest Garage Sale • US-12
Looking to do some thrifty shopping? Clear out the basement once and for all to pay for next season’s RV adventures? Make your way to the US-12 Heritage Trail to take in the wonder of Michigan’s Longest Garage Sale! Don’t live in the area? No worries! You can rent booth space! • us12heritagetrail.org
August 30 - September 2 • Arts, Beats, and Eats • ROYAL OAK
Come celebrate Metro Detroit’s diversity and the annual Arts, Beats, and Eats festival. This family centric gathering showcases unique art, food, and music from all walks of life. Your admission not only helps support the festival but 13 nonprofit organizations. • artsbeatseats.com
SOUTHEAST REGION
Calendar of Events
1. Don’t miss out on seeing the penguins at the Detroit Zoo.
2. Downtown Detroit has several iconic sculptures, with two of the most popular being the Joe Louis fist and the Spirit of Detroit.
3. McCourtie Park, Somerset Center, Michigan
4. In an old brick building in Rockford - reopened in August 2018 after a fire – is The Corner Bar and Hot Dog Hall of Fame. Just eat 12 or more hot dogs in the bar’s special chili sauce in four hours. Eat 20 and there’s no charge. But it’s not about the money. It’s about the fame!
5. Paint Creek Trail in Rochester offers excellent trails and was Michigan’s first Rail-to-Trail.
6. Willow Creek Gold & Sports Center in Lake Orion will keep the whole family busy. There’s a driving range, batting cages, and two mini golf courses.
7. Where can you find the best Detroit-style pizza? Try Buddy’s.
8. Visit the Holocaust Memorial Center in Farmington Hills.
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Themed and regional road tours created by the MARVAC staff that you won’t want to miss!
Points of Interest
Things to do in the Southeast Region
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