Save the date for these major festivals in 2026!

Ann Arbor and surrounding cities like Chelsea, Manchester, and Milan host action-packed events for all ages and interests. Don't miss these upcoming annual events!


Ann Arbor Summer Festival
June 12-28

Band of 7 bandmates stand and wave to the crowd as they stand on a custom stage with a background shaped like a man's head with ears. The stage read reads "SQUONK" below the bandmates' feet.

With live music and entertainment, movies in the park after dark, a kids activity zone, and plenty of free ways to find fun, the Ann Arbor Summer Festival is right around the corner! Start planning your A2SF outing. Free, Ingalls Mall, U-M Campus.


Ypsilanti Juneteenth Celebration 
June 19-21

Ypsilanti Juneteenth Celebration

Join in for the 6th annual Ypsilanti Juneteenth Celebration. New this year, Friday begins with a Juneteenth parade. On Saturday and Sunday, expect food and a variety of vendors and resource booths, and live entertainment all day. Free, Downtown Ypsilanti (301 W. Michigan Ave)


Michigan Celtic Festival
July 10-11

performance at michigan celtic festival

The Michigan Celtic Festival celebrates Celtic heritage and cultural connection to Sister City, Brecon, Wales through dance, food, crafts and all ages fun.  $5-$75, Washtenaw Council Farm Grounds.  


Ann Arbor Art Fair
July 16-18

several people browse inside an artist's vendor booth during a festival.

The nation's largest juried art fair, the Ann Arbor Art Fair fills the streets of downtown Ann Arbor! We have you covered for what to know before you go. All ages welcome. Free, downtown Ann Arbor.  


Manchester Chicken Broil 
July 18

man salting cooked chicken at manchester chicken broil

Become part of a Manchester tradition at the 73rd  Manchester Chicken Broil, serving the best chicken dinners by caring volunteers. Expect on-site dining with live music, kids’ area, and more. Drive-thru pickup available. $15, Alumni Memorial Field, Manchester.  


Sounds & Sights Festival 
July 24-25

Sounds & Sights Festival Chelsea

Plan for the annual Sounds & Sights Festival nearby in Chelsea, Michigan! This weekend of family fun includes an art market, chalk art competition, farmers market, food court, and more all in a charming downtown. Free, The Social Commons, Chelsea.  
 

John E. Lawrence Summer Jazz Series
Fridays, July 31 - August 28

Large crowd with lawn chairs and propped up umbrellas outdoors in a park with green grass and trees,. Crows faces the stage in the distance, as a musician performs music on stage with a flute.

Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and coolers to the beautiful Ford Lake park and listen to smooth jazz concerts on the lakefront. Watch the sunset while the music plays, making a relaxed Friday night out. Concert is free, $20 parking. Ford Lake Park, Ypsilanti.


Ann Arbor Pride
August 1

J. Santino performs at Ann Arbor Pride

Save the date! Ann Arbor Pride returns with live entertainment on two stages, 100+ LGBTQ-friendly vendors, and free activities. Free, Main & Liberty Street, Downtown Ann Arbor.  


Paint Dexter Plein Air Festival
August 10-15 

Woman in tan hat and white sweater and woman in black sweater look at completed art paintings part of Paint Dexter Plein Air.

Paint Dexter Plein Air is a full outdoor arts experience. Witness artists from all over the country visit Dexter for this annual arts event. With competitions, activities, receptions, and music, don't miss this unique, art-filled festival. Free, Downtown Dexter.


Live from Tolan Square
Fridays, June - September

downtown milan

Milan is a short drive from Ann Arbor and well worth the visit! Live from Tolan Square is a lively yet low-key, free summer music festival taking place in a brick plaza off of the beautiful Main Street. Explore before the show to make the most of your visit. Free, Main Street, Milan. 

 


 

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