Arts + Culture<\/a> | Community Celebrations<\/a> | Sports<\/a> | Food + Drink<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n Where: Riverside Park, Ypsilanti<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n When: July 1, 8, 15 + 29<\/p>\n\n\n\n Ypsi Jazz Fest<\/a> is back for its second year! Every Saturday night throughout the month of July (except the 22nd), head to Riverside Park to enjoy music from some of the area\u2019s best jazz artists. The music begins at 7 p.m. \u2014 and all events are free and open to the public!<\/p>\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n Where:<\/strong> Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds, Saline<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n When:<\/strong> July 7\u20138<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Saline Celtic Festival<\/a> originally began as a one-day festival but has grown in popularity to include two full days of entertainment \u2014 and it\u2019s bigger than ever in 2023! This year, the event includes Highland dance competitions, ancient Celtic athletic competitions, kids\u2019 activities at Wee Folks Island, jousting, music and dance workshops, historic reenactors, sheep herding dog demonstrations, and so much more. And of course, there will be plenty of delicious food, craft beer and live music! Get your tickets<\/a> now \u2014 there are several packages available, including a pack for families, for two adults and two beers, and for four adults and four beers.<\/p>\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n Where: <\/strong>Wayne County Fairgrounds, Belleville<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n When:<\/strong> July 7\u20138<\/p>\n\n\n\n Showcasing some of the best professional Elvis tribute artists in North America, Elvisfest<\/a> offers fun for fans and music lovers of all ages. Once again, the festival will be held at Wayne County Fairgrounds in Belleville<\/a>. With the purchase of your ticket<\/a> (ranging in price from $25 to $60) you can enjoy kids\u2019 activities, a classic car show, local food vendors, an adult beer tent, raffles and more.<\/p>\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n Where:<\/strong> Downtown Plymouth<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n When: <\/strong>July 7\u20139<\/p>\n\n\n Taking place in the heart of downtown Plymouth<\/a>, Art in the Park<\/a> is celebrating its 43rd year in 2023 by welcoming more than 400 artists from around the country! These professionals and hobbyists will be offering paintings, sculpture, ceramics, jewelry, fiber, woodwork, glass, photography, folk art, and so much more. And all the art comes along with live entertainment and food to create Michigan\u2019s second-largest art fair!<\/p>\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n Where: Frog Island Park, Ypsilanti<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n When: July 14, 8 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Once a month from July through September, the Washtenaw Recovery Advocacy Project<\/a> hosts Movie Night in the Park at Frog Island Park in Ypsilanti. They will show the latest titles along with some of your favorite classics \u2014 all for free. Movies begin at dusk and there will be free popcorn, candy and soda!<\/p>\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n Where: <\/em><\/strong>Downtown Ann Arbor<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n When:<\/strong> July 20\u201322<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n The Ann Arbor Art Fair<\/a> is composed of three independently juried non-profit art fairs that run consecutively over the same weekend in late July: the Ann Arbor Street Art Fair<\/a> (the original), the Ann Arbor Summer Art Fair<\/a>, and the Ann Arbor State Street Art Fair<\/a>. Attracting nearly half a million attendees with about 1,000 artists, this massive art event has become the largest juried art fair in the nation!<\/p>\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n Where:<\/strong> Briarwood Mall, Ann Arbor<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n When:<\/strong> July 2, 8 a.m.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Don\u2019t miss the 33rd Annual Fourth of July Parade<\/a> hosted by the Ann Arbor Jaycees! Due to construction downtown, the event will be held at the Briarwood Mall. But you can expect all the same festivities, including pre-parade entertainment, food trucks, and more, all starting at 8 a.m. And of course, stick around for the parade at 10 a.m., which will feature community groups, nonprofit organizations, local businesses, government leaders, representatives, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n Where:<\/strong> The Cascades, Jackson<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n When: <\/strong>July 3, Dusk<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n Ring in the Fourth of July with a bang at the annual fireworks show at The Cascades in Jackson<\/a> on the eve of the 4th! Music accompanies the spectacular show that starts at dusk. Admission is $7 for adults, $5 for children ages 4-12, and free for kids 3 and under.<\/p>\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n Where: <\/em><\/strong>Downtown Northville<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n When:<\/strong> July 4, 10 a.m.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Make your way to Northville for one of the city\u2019s most beloved annual events: The Northville Independence Day Parade<\/a>. This year, the theme is \u201cUnited We Stand,\u201d featuring bands, floats, appearances from mascots, antique cars and so much more, celebrating the country from sea to shining sea. This exciting parade takes off at 10 a.m.!<\/p>\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n Where: <\/em><\/strong>Downtown Ypsilanti<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n When: <\/strong>July 4, 11 a.m.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Take part in a 94-year-old tradition at the Annual Ypsilanti Independence Day Parade<\/a>, hosted by American Legion Post 282 and its community partners. Featuring our favorite Ypsi<\/a> businesses, groups, talent and organizations, the parade will march off at 11 a.m. from the corner of Oakwood and Cross Street and end in Historic Depot Town at Rice Street.<\/p>\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n Where: <\/strong>Riverside Park, Ypsilanti<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n When: <\/strong>July 4, 12\u20132 p.m.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Be a part of history at the opening of Ypsilanti’s Sesquicentennial time capsule<\/a>, originally buried 50 years ago on July 8, 1973, when the city was celebrating 150 years since its incorporation. The ceremony will take place immediately following the Fourth of July parade at Riverside Park!<\/p>\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n Where: <\/em><\/strong>Ella Sharp Park, Jackson<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n When: <\/strong>July 21\u201323<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n In 1983, a group of hot air balloon enthusiasts who lived in and around Jackson<\/a> came up with the dream of a family-friendly event for the Jackson community. That\u2019s when the Hot Air Jubilee<\/a> was born. Since then, the Jubilee has grown to an event that thousands of people attend every summer! Every year, 25-30 balloons come in from around the country to participate in the friendly rivalry of the contests. Click here<\/a> to see previews of all the balloons you\u2019ll see in 2023!<\/p>\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n Where: <\/em><\/strong>Downtown Ann Arbor<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n When: <\/strong>July 4, 8 a.m.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n On the morning of July 4th in downtown Ann Arbor, racers will take off from the intersection of Fourth and Liberty \u2014 the most patriotic intersection in town. The main race is the 3.1-mile course, but this epic event also offers a 1-mile \u201cfun run\u201d and a special kids\u2019 200-meter dash. Plus, you have the option to take part in an add-on event: the Flag Carrying Division & Firecracker 5K or Ray\u2019s Red Hots Hot Dog Eating Contest. Register here<\/a> for whatever combination of festivities your heart desires!<\/p>\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n Where:<\/strong> Chelsea Community Fairgrounds, Chelsea<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n When:<\/strong> July 8, 6:30 a.m.\u20135 p.m.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Calling all cyclists! Join the Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society for One Helluva Ride<\/a>, a scenic ride over paved tree-lined roads. All routes have been reconfigured for 2023 to maximize the quality of roads, winding through rural and recreational areas. There are options of 25, 44, 63 and 101 miles on paved roads and 22, 41 and 63 miles on gravel roads. Click here<\/a> for more information and to register!<\/p>\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n Where:<\/strong> Lakeshore Park, Novi<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n When: <\/strong>July 22, 9 a.m.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n If you\u2019re new to endurance cycling, the Tree Farm Relay<\/a> at Lakeshore Park in Novi is the perfect place to start! This four-person team relay features lots of hills, passing zones and fun \u2014 including a costume contest. The whole event is put on by the Motor City Mountain Biking Association and proceeds benefit the organization and will be used to build and maintain local trails. Click here<\/a> to register for this fun, challenging bike race.<\/p>\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n Where:<\/strong> Wiard’s Orchards and Country Fair, Ypsilanti<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n When:<\/strong> July 28, 6:30 p.m.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n Celebrate summer at the Oberun 5K<\/a> run\/walk, where you can enjoy a seasonal favorite at the finish line: Bell\u2019s Oberon! The course runs through Wiard\u2019s Orchard in Ypsilanti, and there will be fire pits, sand volleyball, food trucks and more at the after party. Proceeds from this event will benefit the Huron Waterloo Pathways Initiative<\/a> in support of the Border to Border (B2B) Trail.<\/p>\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n Where:<\/strong> Lavender Lane Farm, Milan<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n When:<\/strong> July 8, 8 a.m.\u20134 p.m.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Stroll through a field of more than 10,000 lavender plants in peak bloom at the Lavender Harvest Festival in Milan! Pick your own lavender or purchase fresh or dried lavender bundles and potted lavender plants. Plus, enjoy live music, lavender lemonade, food trucks, a petting farm, riding ponies, photo ops, and more!<\/p>\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n Where: <\/strong>Briarwood Mall, Ann Arbor<\/a> + Laurel Park Place, Livonia<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n When:<\/strong> July 15\u201316 + 28\u201329<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n The Peach Truck<\/a> is rolling through Ann Arbor! If you aren\u2019t sure what the Peach Truck is, it\u2019s a Nashville-based mobile peach stand bringing hand-picked, just-off-the-tree Georgia peaches to locations across the country. This year, you can pick up a few boxes of peaches, bags of pecans and other goodies at their stands at Zingerman\u2019s Roadhouse in Ann Arbor on July 15 and 28 and Laurel Park Place in Livonia on July 16 and 29. Because their items tend to go very quickly, make sure you place your pre-order online<\/a> in advance!<\/p>\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n Where: <\/em><\/strong>Alumni Memorial Field, Manchester<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n When:<\/strong> July 15, 4\u20138 p.m.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n The Manchester Chicken Broil<\/a> is back! Benefiting local public schools, community parks, libraries and civic causes, your $12\u201313 ticket includes a dinner of chicken, locally famous coleslaw, a roll with butter, potato chips, radishes, a beverage, and more. This year, this long-standing community event and fundraiser will feature on-site dining, a drive-thru meal pickup, and on-site walkup for meal purchases. There will also be a live band! Don\u2019t miss all the fun at the Alumni Field in Manchester<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n Where: <\/em><\/strong>Riverside Park, Ypsilanti<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n When:<\/strong> July 21\u201322<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n The oldest of the Michigan Brewers Guild\u2019s five annual festivals, the 24th Annual Michigan Summer Beer Festival<\/a> will host approximately 150 local breweries sampling more than 1,000 different craft beers. Guests can also enjoy live music from Michigan bands and food available for purchase! All of this beer-focused fun will take place rain or shine in the lovely outdoor setting of Ypsi<\/a>\u2019s Riverside Park in historic Depot Town. To purchase your tickets and learn more, click here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n We hope you have a fun, fantastic, fireworks-filled July!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" July in Ann Arbor is packed with some of our favorite things about summer: beer festivals, fireworks shows, 5Ks, art fairs, concert series, outdoor movies, bike rides and more. Not sure where to begin? We\u2019ve hand-selected some of the major events you should add to your calendar this July. 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Ypsi Jazz Fest<\/a> | Ypsilanti<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Saline Celtic Festival<\/a> | Saline<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The 21st Michigan ElvisFest<\/a> | Belleville<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Art in the Park<\/a> | Plymouth<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nWRAP Movie Night in the Park<\/a> | Ypsilanti<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Ann Arbor Art Fair<\/a> | Ann Arbor<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Community Celebrations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Ann Arbor Jaycees 33rd Annual Fourth of July Parade<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Independence Day Fireworks at The Cascades<\/a> | Jackson<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nNorthville Independence Day Parade<\/a> | Northville<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Ypsilanti 4th of July Parade<\/a> | Ypsilanti<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Ypsilanti Time Capsule Opening<\/a> | Ypsilanti<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Hot Air Jubilee<\/a> | Jackson<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nSports<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Ann Arbor Sports Commission Firecracker 5K<\/a> | Ann Arbor<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
One Helluva Ride<\/a> | Chelsea<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Tree Farm Relay<\/a> | Novi<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Oberun 5K<\/a> | Ypsilanti<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Food + Drink<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Lavender Harvest Festival<\/a> | Milan<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The Peach Truck Tour<\/a> | Ann Arbor + Livonia<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Manchester Chicken Broil<\/a> | Manchester<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
24th Annual Michigan Summer Beer Festival<\/a> | Ypsilanti<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Happy July!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n