Daily Calendar For Michigan State, County, Craft, Street and Community Fairs, Festivals, Shows and Fun Days out including Parades From Our Michigan 2012 Fairs and Fun Diary
What’s On In Michigan Next Week January 30th to February 6th Including Friday February 3rd, Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th January 2012
Snowfest
Muskegon
January 31st to February 3rrd
www.muskegonsnowfest.org/
Cadillac North American Snow Festival
Cadillac
February 2nd to 5th
www.cadillacmichigan.com/
The Grand Rapids Camper, Travel & RV Show
Grand Rapids
February 2nd to 5th
www.showspan.com/Default.aspx
Mid-Michigan Women’s Expo
Lancing
February 3rd to 5th
www.kohlerexpo.com/
Toy collectible show
Jackson
February 4th
Located AT: 200 west ganson street, Jackson
Annual Detroit Camper & RV Show
Detroit
February 8th to 12th
www.marvac.org/rvshows.html
Winter Carnival
Houghton
February 8th to 11th
www.mtu.edu/carnival/
Magical Ice Carving Festival
St. Joseph
February 10th to 12th
www.sjtoday.org/events.html
Winterfest
Beulah
February 11th
www.visitbenzie.com/winterfest--68/
Motown Winter Blast
Detroit
Feb 11th to 13th
www.winterblast.com/
Snow Valley Riders Snow Drags
Sidnaw
February 11th
www.mastersracing.net/schedule.html
Detroit Boat Show
Detroit
February 11th to 19th
www.boatmichigan.org/
Annual Chili Fest
Munising
February 12th
www.exploremunising.com/winter-events.html
Grand Rapids Boat Show
Grand Rapids
February 15th to 19th
www.showspan.com/Default.aspx
Frostbite Winterfest
Harrison
February 16th to 19th
www.facebook.com/pages/Frostbite-Winterfest/351974943301
Mid Michigan Spring RV and Camper Show
Birch Run
February 16th to February 19th
www.shockleyproductions.com/
Cherry Capital Winter Wow!Fest
Traverse City
February 17 to 19
winterwowfest.com/
Outdoorama
Novi
February 23rd to 26th
www.showspan.com/Default.aspx
Cottage & Lakefront Living Show Detroit
Novi
February 23rd to 26th
www.showspan.com/Default.aspx
Winter Beer Festival
Grand Rapids
February 25th
www.michiganbrewersguild.org/
Trenary Outhouse Classic - Outhouse Races
Trenary
February 25th
www.trenaryouthouseclassic.com/
Annual Metro Times Blowout
Hamtramck
February 29th to March 3rd
www2.metrotimes.com/blowout/default.asp
West Michigan Home & Garden Show
Grand Rapids
March 1st to 4th
www.showspan.com/WMH/Home.aspx
Detroit Kennel Club Dog Show
Detroit
March 3rd and 4th
www.detroitkennelclub.com/
Michigan Home & Garden Show
Pontiac
March 9th to 11th
www.showspan.com/Default.aspx
West Michigan Women’s Expo
Grand Rapids
March 9th to 11th
www.kohlerexpo.com/
Spring Bridal Show of West Michigan
Grand Rapids
March 9th to 11th
www.kohlerexpo.com/
Southern Michigan Winter Beer Festival
Jackson
March 10th
www.jacksoncountyfair.net/beerfest/
Detroit St. Patrick’s Parade
Detriot
March 11th
www.detroitstpatricksparade.com/
Ultimate Sport Show
Grand Rapids
March 15th to 18th
www.showspan.com/Default.aspx
Lansing Home & Garden Show
Lansing
March 15th to 18th
www.showspan.com/Default.aspx
WO-Stock
Holland
March 16th and 17th
www.wostock.com/
Annual Flint Camper & RV Show
Flint
March 16th to 18th
www.marvac.org/rvshows.html
Carnival Weekend
Boyne Falls
March 16th to 18th
www.boyne.com/BoyneMountain/AnnualEvents/Carnival.html
Lexington’s St. Patrick’s Weekend Celebration
Lexington
March 16th and 17th
www.lexingtonmichigan.org/
Kalamazoo Living History Show
Kalamazoo
March 17th and 18th
www.kalamazooshow.com/
Krazy Daze
Harbor Springs
March 17th
www.boyne.com/BoyneHighlands/AnnualEvents/KrazyDaze.html
Kalamazoo Motorcycle Swap Meet & Parts Expo
Kalamazoo
March 18th
www.kalamazooswap.com/
March Magic Hoopfest
East Lansing
March 22nd to 24th
www.marchmagichoopfest.com/
Diabetes Alert Extravaganza - Mini Health Expo
Southfield
March 24th
Held AT: Southfield Parks & Recreation Center, 26000 Evergreen Rd. Southfield, MI 48076
Ann Arbor Film Festival
Ann Arbor
March 27th to April 1st
www.aafilmfest.org/
Spring into Wings
Parchment
March 31 & April 1
eagletakeflight.com/calendar.aspx
Monroe Street Fair
Ann Arbor
April 7th
www.monroestreetfair.com/
Traverse City Boat & Outdoor Show
Traverse City
April 13th, 14th, & 15th
www.traversecityboatshow.com/
Michigan Spring Book Festival
Detroit
April 13th to 15th
www.MichiganSpringBookFestival.com
Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival
Vermontville
April 27th to 29th
vermontvillemaplesyrupfestival.org/
Shepherd Maple Syrup Festival
Shepherd
April 27th to 29th
www.shepherdmaplesyrupfest.org/
The Root System Nursery Summer Craft Shows
Jonesville
May 5th and 6th, 19th and 20th, 26th to 28th
therootsystemnursery.com
Haslett Good Old Days Festival
Haslett
June 9th
www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Hasletts-Good-Old-Days/296761467007207
Body Mind Spirit Expo
Birch Run
June 22nd
www.thebonereader.com
Kalamazoo Blues Festival
Kalamazoo
July 12th to 14th
www.kvba.org/
An Evening of Smooth Jazz
Holt (Lansing Area)
July 27th
www.bmrwpromotions.com
Concours d'Elegance of America
Plymouth
July 29th
www.concoursusa.org
Northside Family Fun Fest
North Muskegon
August 9th to 11th
www.cityofnorthmuskegon.com
Fallasburg Fall Festival for the Arts
Lowell
September 15th and 16th
www.lowellartsmi.org
* * * February 2012 Events * * *
Cadillac North American Snow Festival
Cadillac, Michigan < ------ > Central < ------ >
February 2nd to 5th
Cadillac North American Snow Festival
Events and attractions include Silent Observer Chili Cook-Off, NASF Fun Run, NASF Lake Softball, Lake Races, Kids Races, Ice Fishing Tournament, Antique Snowmobile Show, Polar Dip, Parade of Lights and more
Cadillac, Michigan < ------ > Central < ------ >
February 2nd to 5th
Cadillac North American Snow Festival
Events and attractions include Silent Observer Chili Cook-Off, NASF Fun Run, NASF Lake Softball, Lake Races, Kids Races, Ice Fishing Tournament, Antique Snowmobile Show, Polar Dip, Parade of Lights and more
Tip Up Town USA
Houghton Lake, Michigan < ------ > NorthWest < ------ >
January 29th to 31st
Tip Up Town USA
Michigan’s largest winter festival takes place on January 21st-23rd, and 28-30th. It’s the Diamond Anniversary +1 and promises to be bigger and better than ever before! Family Fun for all with carnival rides, family fun tent with entertainment and more
Houghton Lake, Michigan < ------ > NorthWest < ------ >
January 29th to 31st
Tip Up Town USA
Michigan’s largest winter festival takes place on January 21st-23rd, and 28-30th. It’s the Diamond Anniversary +1 and promises to be bigger and better than ever before! Family Fun for all with carnival rides, family fun tent with entertainment and more
Ferndale Metro Blues Festival
Ferndale, Michigan < ------ > SouthEast < ------ >
January 27 to February 4
Ferndale Metro Blues Festival
Over 20 venues located downtown for you to get your blues on! Tens of thousands of persons attend our various concerts and events
Ferndale, Michigan < ------ > SouthEast < ------ >
January 27 to February 4
Ferndale Metro Blues Festival
Over 20 venues located downtown for you to get your blues on! Tens of thousands of persons attend our various concerts and events
Muskegon Snowfest
Muskegon, Michigan < ------ > SouthWest < ------ >
January 31st to February 3rrd
Snowfest
Events and attractions include Lumberjacks game, Broomball, Euchre Tournament, Snow Cornhole, Snow Volleyball, Battle of the Bowls, KIdsfest, Beer Tent
Muskegon, Michigan < ------ > SouthWest < ------ >
January 31st to February 3rrd
Snowfest
Events and attractions include Lumberjacks game, Broomball, Euchre Tournament, Snow Cornhole, Snow Volleyball, Battle of the Bowls, KIdsfest, Beer Tent
The Grand Rapids Camper, Travel & RV Show
Grand Rapids, Michigan < ------ > South Central < ------ >
February 2nd to 5th
The Grand Rapids Camper, Travel & RV Show
A dozen West Michigan RV dealers representing more than 100 RV lines combined with 200,000+ square feet results in the biggest RV Show in the state - The Grand Rapids Camper, Travel & RV Show. Along with new RV’s, we have a remarkable selection of RV accessories, campgrounds and travel destinations!
Grand Rapids, Michigan < ------ > South Central < ------ >
February 2nd to 5th
The Grand Rapids Camper, Travel & RV Show
A dozen West Michigan RV dealers representing more than 100 RV lines combined with 200,000+ square feet results in the biggest RV Show in the state - The Grand Rapids Camper, Travel & RV Show. Along with new RV’s, we have a remarkable selection of RV accessories, campgrounds and travel destinations!
Mid-Michigan Women’s Expo
Lancing, Michigan < ------ > South Central < ------ >
February 3rd to 5th
Mid-Michigan Women’s Expo
Events and attractions include Home and Garden, Health and Wellness of Mind, Body & Spirit, Fashion & Beauty exhibits and plenty of Shopping - A Shoppers Delight!
Lancing, Michigan < ------ > South Central < ------ >
February 3rd to 5th
Mid-Michigan Women’s Expo
Events and attractions include Home and Garden, Health and Wellness of Mind, Body & Spirit, Fashion & Beauty exhibits and plenty of Shopping - A Shoppers Delight!
Toy collectible show
Jackson , Michigan < ------ > South Central < ------ >
February 4th
Located AT: 200 west ganson street, Jackson
featuring over 160 tables of toys
hot wheels, nascar car, tractors, pez, slot cars, die cast semi, beanie babies, promo; s,
collectible books, antique toys, cracker jack toys model cars, and much much more.
admission 3 dollars per person children under 10 free.
free parking handicap accessible 4 more information 517-524-8899
Jackson , Michigan < ------ > South Central < ------ >
February 4th
Located AT: 200 west ganson street, Jackson
featuring over 160 tables of toys
hot wheels, nascar car, tractors, pez, slot cars, die cast semi, beanie babies, promo; s,
collectible books, antique toys, cracker jack toys model cars, and much much more.
admission 3 dollars per person children under 10 free.
free parking handicap accessible 4 more information 517-524-8899
Magical Ice Carving Festival
St. Joseph, Michigan < ------ > SouthWest < ------ >
February 10-12
Magical Ice Carving Festival
Professional Ice Carving Watch Professional Ice Sculptors turn blocks of ice into beautiful creations along State St. live entertainment, great food & warm spirits at the corner of Pleasant and Lake Blvd. Professional Team Carving Competition, Krasl Art Center Magic Show
St. Joseph, Michigan < ------ > SouthWest < ------ >
February 10-12
Magical Ice Carving Festival
Professional Ice Carving Watch Professional Ice Sculptors turn blocks of ice into beautiful creations along State St. live entertainment, great food & warm spirits at the corner of Pleasant and Lake Blvd. Professional Team Carving Competition, Krasl Art Center Magic Show
Winterfest
Beulah, Michigan < ------ > Central West < ------ >
February 11th
Winterfest
This is an awesome fun filled day of winter activities that begin with a pancake breakfast, snowmobile poker run, co-ed softball tournament (yes, we mean ’softball' in the snow!), horse drawn hay rides, frozen fish toss, frozen turkey bowl, rubber duck race, chili cook off, parade, bonfire on the beach and fireworks, plus lots more!
Beulah, Michigan < ------ > Central West < ------ >
February 11th
Winterfest
This is an awesome fun filled day of winter activities that begin with a pancake breakfast, snowmobile poker run, co-ed softball tournament (yes, we mean ’softball' in the snow!), horse drawn hay rides, frozen fish toss, frozen turkey bowl, rubber duck race, chili cook off, parade, bonfire on the beach and fireworks, plus lots more!
Motown Winter Blast
Detroit, Michigan < ------ > SouthEast < ------ >
Feb 11th to 13th
Motown Winter Blast
Many signature winter activities are returning with Charter One Bank sponsored free ice skating in Campus Martius Park, Professional skating demonstrations sponsored by Greektown Casino, unique sculptures in the Quicken Loans Ice Garden, the Meijer Kid’s Family Fun Zone and more. Detroit’s music scene will be on display on two stages, with more than 50 entertainment acts performing. Plus you can always find a place to warm up in our Comfort Zones. You’ll find heat every 150 feet on the Winter Blast site, including both heated tents and warming stations in local buildings. The 2010 Winter Blast will be promoted by a stellar marketing campaign with local media partners providing significant publicity. More than 75,000 guests are expected to attend the 2011 festival. We hope you join us as we entertain thousands of local metro Detroiters celebrating winter in Detroit with fun events and attractions!
Detroit, Michigan < ------ > SouthEast < ------ >
Feb 11th to 13th
Motown Winter Blast
Many signature winter activities are returning with Charter One Bank sponsored free ice skating in Campus Martius Park, Professional skating demonstrations sponsored by Greektown Casino, unique sculptures in the Quicken Loans Ice Garden, the Meijer Kid’s Family Fun Zone and more. Detroit’s music scene will be on display on two stages, with more than 50 entertainment acts performing. Plus you can always find a place to warm up in our Comfort Zones. You’ll find heat every 150 feet on the Winter Blast site, including both heated tents and warming stations in local buildings. The 2010 Winter Blast will be promoted by a stellar marketing campaign with local media partners providing significant publicity. More than 75,000 guests are expected to attend the 2011 festival. We hope you join us as we entertain thousands of local metro Detroiters celebrating winter in Detroit with fun events and attractions!
Detroit Boat Show
Detroit, Michigan < ------ > SouthEast < ------ >
February 11th to 19th
Detroit Boat Show
The 2012 54th Annual Detroit Boat Show will feature the premiere showing of hundreds of new 2012 and new non current model boats, motors, trailers, accessories and more. Ranging from 10 to potentially 50 feet in lenght, including; fishing boats, motors, trailers, accessories, inflatables, personal watercrafts, antique boats, race boats and much more.
Detroit, Michigan < ------ > SouthEast < ------ >
February 11th to 19th
Detroit Boat Show
The 2012 54th Annual Detroit Boat Show will feature the premiere showing of hundreds of new 2012 and new non current model boats, motors, trailers, accessories and more. Ranging from 10 to potentially 50 feet in lenght, including; fishing boats, motors, trailers, accessories, inflatables, personal watercrafts, antique boats, race boats and much more.
Grand Rapids Boat Show
Grand Rapids, Michigan < ------ > South Central < ------ >
February 15th to 19th
Grand Rapids Boat Show
A West Michigan tradition! Dealers will unveil the newest and best watercraft at Michigan’s longest running boat show. You'll also find boating accessories and services like marina slips, brokers and ski gear.
Grand Rapids, Michigan < ------ > South Central < ------ >
February 15th to 19th
Grand Rapids Boat Show
A West Michigan tradition! Dealers will unveil the newest and best watercraft at Michigan’s longest running boat show. You'll also find boating accessories and services like marina slips, brokers and ski gear.
Frostbite Winterfest
Harrison, Michigan < ------ > Central < ------ >
February 16th-19th
Frostbite Winterfest
Golf on Budd Lake, the ice fishing derby, Arctic Demo Derby, ice slide, and all the activities at the fairgrounds, there is something for everybody.
Harrison, Michigan < ------ > Central < ------ >
February 16th-19th
Frostbite Winterfest
Golf on Budd Lake, the ice fishing derby, Arctic Demo Derby, ice slide, and all the activities at the fairgrounds, there is something for everybody.
Mid Michigan Spring RV and Camper Show
Birch Run, Michigan < ------ > SouthEast < ------ >
February 16th to February 19th
Mid Michigan Spring RV and Camper Show
Save time and money as the area’s finest RV dealers are under one roof to give you the best price. Save $1000s, this is your best place for the largest selection at low, low prices.
Birch Run, Michigan < ------ > SouthEast < ------ >
February 16th to February 19th
Mid Michigan Spring RV and Camper Show
Save time and money as the area’s finest RV dealers are under one roof to give you the best price. Save $1000s, this is your best place for the largest selection at low, low prices.
Cherry Capital Winter Wow!Fest
Traverse City, Michigan < ------ > Central < ------ >
February 17 - 19
Cherry Capital Winter Wow!Fest
Downtown will be alive with ice sculptures lining the streets in the Front Street district in the heart of Traverse City’s famed historic shopping district. Snow sculptures will be on display at the new Winter Wow!fest Celebration Central where the excitement will begin on Friday night with Winter, Wine and Wow! and continue all day on Saturday with non-stop events, family activities, music, food, beer and lots of fun! You won’t want to miss all the action!
Traverse City, Michigan < ------ > Central < ------ >
February 17 - 19
Cherry Capital Winter Wow!Fest
Downtown will be alive with ice sculptures lining the streets in the Front Street district in the heart of Traverse City’s famed historic shopping district. Snow sculptures will be on display at the new Winter Wow!fest Celebration Central where the excitement will begin on Friday night with Winter, Wine and Wow! and continue all day on Saturday with non-stop events, family activities, music, food, beer and lots of fun! You won’t want to miss all the action!
Outdoorama
Novi, Michigan < ------ > SouthEast < ------ >
February 23rd to 26th
Outdoorama
Whether it’s hunting, fishing, boating, canoeing, hiking, mushroom hunting or bird watching, this show has plenty to offer. The Outfitter’s Expo area along with major feature attractions like Big Buck Night, Wildlife Encounters and the Trout Pond provide the best place to book the trip of a lifetime or entertain the family. In addition, with a huge display of boats, docks and lifts, and marine accessories, this show is the best place to shop for new boats and accessories. Outdoorama is a must see for everyone who loves the outdoors.
Novi, Michigan < ------ > SouthEast < ------ >
February 23rd to 26th
Outdoorama
Whether it’s hunting, fishing, boating, canoeing, hiking, mushroom hunting or bird watching, this show has plenty to offer. The Outfitter’s Expo area along with major feature attractions like Big Buck Night, Wildlife Encounters and the Trout Pond provide the best place to book the trip of a lifetime or entertain the family. In addition, with a huge display of boats, docks and lifts, and marine accessories, this show is the best place to shop for new boats and accessories. Outdoorama is a must see for everyone who loves the outdoors.
Winter Beer Festival
Comstock Park, Michigan < ------ > South Central < ------ >
February 25th
Winter Beer Festival
The 7th Annual Winter Beer Festival will take place Saturday, February 25th, 2012 at the Fifth Third Ballpark in Comstock Park, just north of Grand Rapids. The Winter Festival is a unique opportunity to sample some of the best beers in the world, all brewed in Michigan. We are expecting more than 50 Michigan craft breweries to participate and there will be more than 300 different beers available to sample. The event is open from 1:00-6:00pm. Enthusiast Members of the Michigan Brewers Guild will be allowed to enter the Festival an hour early at Noon. The Festival will take place in the outfield parking lot at the ballpark and breweries will be located within several large tents. The tents, combined with body heat will help take the edge off the temperature, but please recognize that the Festival is an outdoor event and dress accordingly. Hats, mittens, boots and long-johns are recommended to keep you warm. We are planning to have warming fires again, but only if the weather cooperates with low wind conditions. It would be helpful if everyone could hoist a Michigan beer and do a fair weather dance. We are hoping for good weather for a late February day in Michigan, but the Festival will take place snow, rain or shine.
Comstock Park, Michigan < ------ > South Central < ------ >
February 25th
Winter Beer Festival
The 7th Annual Winter Beer Festival will take place Saturday, February 25th, 2012 at the Fifth Third Ballpark in Comstock Park, just north of Grand Rapids. The Winter Festival is a unique opportunity to sample some of the best beers in the world, all brewed in Michigan. We are expecting more than 50 Michigan craft breweries to participate and there will be more than 300 different beers available to sample. The event is open from 1:00-6:00pm. Enthusiast Members of the Michigan Brewers Guild will be allowed to enter the Festival an hour early at Noon. The Festival will take place in the outfield parking lot at the ballpark and breweries will be located within several large tents. The tents, combined with body heat will help take the edge off the temperature, but please recognize that the Festival is an outdoor event and dress accordingly. Hats, mittens, boots and long-johns are recommended to keep you warm. We are planning to have warming fires again, but only if the weather cooperates with low wind conditions. It would be helpful if everyone could hoist a Michigan beer and do a fair weather dance. We are hoping for good weather for a late February day in Michigan, but the Festival will take place snow, rain or shine.
Trenary Outhouse Classic - Outhouse Races
Trenary, Michigan < ------ > NorthWest < ------ >
February 25th
Trenary Outhouse Classic - Outhouse Races
Well, take a few moments to read all about this annual event. You'll get to be a little bit smarter about something few people have ever seen, let alone thought about. Better yet, you should join us on Saturday, February 26, 2011. Races begin at 2:00 PM. Once you experience an outhouse race, you'll have memories that you just can't erase. Believe us, you'll try. Homemade outhouses are made of wood, cardboard, plastic, tape, old foreign cars, grand piano crates, you name it. The outhouses are placed on skis and pushed by 2 "Racers" (this is a very loosely used term). Each year the theme of the race varies. This year the theme is "Eighteen and Still Wip'in. Please, don't ask why. It’s too embarrassing to explain other than this is the 18th year of the event. Let’s leave it at that.
Trenary, Michigan < ------ > NorthWest < ------ >
February 25th
Trenary Outhouse Classic - Outhouse Races
Well, take a few moments to read all about this annual event. You'll get to be a little bit smarter about something few people have ever seen, let alone thought about. Better yet, you should join us on Saturday, February 26, 2011. Races begin at 2:00 PM. Once you experience an outhouse race, you'll have memories that you just can't erase. Believe us, you'll try. Homemade outhouses are made of wood, cardboard, plastic, tape, old foreign cars, grand piano crates, you name it. The outhouses are placed on skis and pushed by 2 "Racers" (this is a very loosely used term). Each year the theme of the race varies. This year the theme is "Eighteen and Still Wip'in. Please, don't ask why. It’s too embarrassing to explain other than this is the 18th year of the event. Let’s leave it at that.
Annual Metro Times Blowout
Hamtramck, Michigan < ------ > SouthEast < ------ >
February 29th to March 3rd
Annual Metro Times Blowout
The Metro Times Blowout is the largest local music festival in the nation, with more than 5,000 annual attendees over three days in Hamtramck, Michigan. Each year, Blowout celebrates hundreds of local musicians in dozens of different Hamtramck venues. Blowout continues to be the best and longest-running local music event by highlighting the best talent and helping artists into the spotlight. 2012 marks a special milestone the 15th year of Blowout and will showcase some of the most talented up-and-coming local artists.
Hamtramck, Michigan < ------ > SouthEast < ------ >
February 29th to March 3rd
Annual Metro Times Blowout
The Metro Times Blowout is the largest local music festival in the nation, with more than 5,000 annual attendees over three days in Hamtramck, Michigan. Each year, Blowout celebrates hundreds of local musicians in dozens of different Hamtramck venues. Blowout continues to be the best and longest-running local music event by highlighting the best talent and helping artists into the spotlight. 2012 marks a special milestone the 15th year of Blowout and will showcase some of the most talented up-and-coming local artists.
* * * March 2012 Events * * *
Ultimate Sport Show
Grand Rapids
March 15th to 18th
www.showspan.com/Default.aspx
Lansing Home & Garden Show
Lansing
March 15th to 18th
www.showspan.com/Default.aspx
West Michigan Home & Garden Show
Grand Rapids , Michigan
March 1st to 4th
West Michigan Home & Garden Show
West Michigan's largest Home & Garden show is back for its 33rd season! With 12 feature gardens gardens, 4 free seminar stages and over 350 exhibitors featuring every product and service you'll ever need, all under one roof, this is the show to attend!
Grand Rapids , Michigan
March 1st to 4th
West Michigan Home & Garden Show
West Michigan's largest Home & Garden show is back for its 33rd season! With 12 feature gardens gardens, 4 free seminar stages and over 350 exhibitors featuring every product and service you'll ever need, all under one roof, this is the show to attend!
Detroit Kennel Club Dog Show
Detroit , Michigan
March 3rd and 4th
Detroit Kennel Club Dog Show
The shows are held at the Cobo Center, One Washington Blvd, in downtown Detroit, Michigan and are one of only five benched shows left in the US. When dogs are not being judged, they are required by the rules of the show to be on their assigned benches, allowing visitors access to breeders, owners, handlers and dogs from the 167 breeds and varieties recognized by the American Kennel Club.
Detroit , Michigan
March 3rd and 4th
Detroit Kennel Club Dog Show
The shows are held at the Cobo Center, One Washington Blvd, in downtown Detroit, Michigan and are one of only five benched shows left in the US. When dogs are not being judged, they are required by the rules of the show to be on their assigned benches, allowing visitors access to breeders, owners, handlers and dogs from the 167 breeds and varieties recognized by the American Kennel Club.
Giant Motorcycle Swap Meet
Flint , Michigan
March 4th
Giant Motorcycle Swap Meet
Hundreds of commercial vendors will be on hand, 1,000’s of bikers will be buying, selling, and swapping: bikes, frames, motors, touring accessories, seats, wheels, tires, front ends, tanks, shocks, fenders, gauges, MX stuff, basket cases and take-offs. Every Known Brand! Every Hard to Find Part!Harley, Honda, Yamaha, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Triumph, BSA, Norton, BMW and Guzzi.
Flint , Michigan
March 4th
Giant Motorcycle Swap Meet
Hundreds of commercial vendors will be on hand, 1,000’s of bikers will be buying, selling, and swapping: bikes, frames, motors, touring accessories, seats, wheels, tires, front ends, tanks, shocks, fenders, gauges, MX stuff, basket cases and take-offs. Every Known Brand! Every Hard to Find Part!Harley, Honda, Yamaha, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Triumph, BSA, Norton, BMW and Guzzi.
Michigan Home & Garden Show
Pontiac , Michigan
March 9th to 11th
Michigan Home & Garden Show
The largest show in Southeast Michigan is back at the Silverdome! Incredible gardens, extensive landscaping projects and free seminar stages surround hundreds of exhibits featuring construction, remodeling, kitchens & baths, retail garden centers, and home services.
Pontiac , Michigan
March 9th to 11th
Michigan Home & Garden Show
The largest show in Southeast Michigan is back at the Silverdome! Incredible gardens, extensive landscaping projects and free seminar stages surround hundreds of exhibits featuring construction, remodeling, kitchens & baths, retail garden centers, and home services.
West Michigan Women’s Expo
Grand Rapids , Michigan
March 9th to 11th
Michigan Home & Garden Show
Many things to buy for someone or for yourself! Unique Valentine's Gifts and products that may be personalized, only found at the Women's Expo! Bring your mom, daughter, friend and spend the day, spend the weekend!
Grand Rapids , Michigan
March 9th to 11th
Michigan Home & Garden Show
Many things to buy for someone or for yourself! Unique Valentine's Gifts and products that may be personalized, only found at the Women's Expo! Bring your mom, daughter, friend and spend the day, spend the weekend!
Southern Michigan Winter Beer Festival
Jackson , Michigan
March 10th
Southern Michigan Winter Beer Festival
The Southern Michigan Winter Beer Festival is a craft and specialty beer tasting event featuring over 140 different types of premium brews.
Jackson , Michigan
March 10th
Southern Michigan Winter Beer Festival
The Southern Michigan Winter Beer Festival is a craft and specialty beer tasting event featuring over 140 different types of premium brews.
Detroit St. Patrick’s Parade
Detriot , Michigan
March 11th
Detroit St. Patrick’s Parade
The Parade Sunday, March 11, 2012, starting at 2:00 pm. route follows along Michigan Avenue through the area known as Corktown. Corktown received it's name as the Irish were the largest ethnic group of newcomers to Detroit, most of them from County Cork. The Corktown neighborhood is Detroit's oldest surviving neighborhood.
Detriot , Michigan
March 11th
Detroit St. Patrick’s Parade
The Parade Sunday, March 11, 2012, starting at 2:00 pm. route follows along Michigan Avenue through the area known as Corktown. Corktown received it's name as the Irish were the largest ethnic group of newcomers to Detroit, most of them from County Cork. The Corktown neighborhood is Detroit's oldest surviving neighborhood.
Ultimate Sport Show
Grand Rapids
March 15th to 18th
www.showspan.com/Default.aspx
Lansing Home & Garden Show
Lansing
March 15th to 18th
www.showspan.com/Default.aspx
Diabetes Alert Extravaganza - Mini Health Expo
Southfield , Michigan
March 24th
Held AT: Southfield Parks & Recreation Center, 26000 Evergreen Rd. Southfield, MI 48076
Time 8am to 1pm
Diabetes alert extravaganza mini health expo is an annual patient education expo of the American Diabetes Association (ADA) for people with diabetes and their families. This important event allows patients with diabetes an opportunity to be informed of new advances in diabetes care by leaders in the medical field. Attendees are also able to preview and learn about the newest products and services for people with diabetes.
This year you will find:
Educational programming for Type 1 and Type 2
Demographic specific programming and areas Kids, Seniors, Families
A Kids Zone focusing on teaching and educating children in a fun atmosphere
Health and Wellness area including testing’s and screenings
Demo’s exercise, food, and more
Plus much more!
Contact for information or vendor sponsorship: April Dertian 248-433-3830 ext 6706 or adertian@diabetes.org.
Southfield , Michigan
March 24th
Held AT: Southfield Parks & Recreation Center, 26000 Evergreen Rd. Southfield, MI 48076
Time 8am to 1pm
Diabetes alert extravaganza mini health expo is an annual patient education expo of the American Diabetes Association (ADA) for people with diabetes and their families. This important event allows patients with diabetes an opportunity to be informed of new advances in diabetes care by leaders in the medical field. Attendees are also able to preview and learn about the newest products and services for people with diabetes.
This year you will find:
Educational programming for Type 1 and Type 2
Demographic specific programming and areas Kids, Seniors, Families
A Kids Zone focusing on teaching and educating children in a fun atmosphere
Health and Wellness area including testing’s and screenings
Demo’s exercise, food, and more
Plus much more!
Contact for information or vendor sponsorship: April Dertian 248-433-3830 ext 6706 or adertian@diabetes.org.
* * * April 2012 Events * * *
Michigan Spring Book Festival
Detroit, Michigan
April 13th to 15th
Website www.MichiganSpringBookFestival.com
Aimed at educating and encouraging youth to read and author books, this festival will bring together hundreds of book writers, role models and teachers of the literary craft. You are invited to join us for this informative and fun filled weekend. Bring the family, meet your favorite author and buy his/her latest book. Introduce your friends to the wonderful world of literature. Mandate that your children read at least two books per week while encouraging them to read more. Take the time to read with them and have dinnertime discussions about the books that you have read.
Amongst the writers selling and signing books, will be several celebrity authors who will speak on the topic of helping our youth to overcome adversity by reading and reading often. Reading is so important and it is the nexus to achieving, sustaining and following a good career path in life. Too often our young people are lead astray by bad behavior in the community and sometimes in the home. Education is the key that will unlock the iron clad gates to opportunity and point those without destinations in the right direction.
Detroit, Michigan
April 13th to 15th
Website www.MichiganSpringBookFestival.com
Aimed at educating and encouraging youth to read and author books, this festival will bring together hundreds of book writers, role models and teachers of the literary craft. You are invited to join us for this informative and fun filled weekend. Bring the family, meet your favorite author and buy his/her latest book. Introduce your friends to the wonderful world of literature. Mandate that your children read at least two books per week while encouraging them to read more. Take the time to read with them and have dinnertime discussions about the books that you have read.
Amongst the writers selling and signing books, will be several celebrity authors who will speak on the topic of helping our youth to overcome adversity by reading and reading often. Reading is so important and it is the nexus to achieving, sustaining and following a good career path in life. Too often our young people are lead astray by bad behavior in the community and sometimes in the home. Education is the key that will unlock the iron clad gates to opportunity and point those without destinations in the right direction.
* * * May 2012 Events * * *
The Root System Nursery Summer Craft Shows
Jonesville, Michigan
May 5th and 6th, 19th and 20th, 26th to 28th
Website therootsystemnursery.com
Out door craft shows on site of two well established businesses, a cacti/succulent nursery and full service rock shop with flume to pan for gemstones; 30 spaces; 12 x 12; $35 for 2/days , $45 for Memorial and Labor day wkends;
this will be handmade crafts only;rain or shine events; owners reside on grounds; events will be held May thru Sept on the first (1st) and third (3rd) weekends of each month;email for more information; twocrafts@hotmail.com
Jonesville, Michigan
May 5th and 6th, 19th and 20th, 26th to 28th
Website therootsystemnursery.com
Out door craft shows on site of two well established businesses, a cacti/succulent nursery and full service rock shop with flume to pan for gemstones; 30 spaces; 12 x 12; $35 for 2/days , $45 for Memorial and Labor day wkends;
this will be handmade crafts only;rain or shine events; owners reside on grounds; events will be held May thru Sept on the first (1st) and third (3rd) weekends of each month;email for more information; twocrafts@hotmail.com
* * * June 2012 Events * * *
Haslett Good Old Days Festival
Haslett, Michigan
June 9th
Website www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Hasletts-Good-Old-Days/296761467007207
Community wide festival, with a craft show in the beautiful Lake Lansing Park North. This scenic wooded park offers a great backdrop for our show. All spaces are $15.00 each, no electricity is allowed. You may use pop up tents, please contact Denny Emmer if you would like to set up at our show. There will be other actviites for the family!
Haslett, Michigan
June 9th
Website www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Hasletts-Good-Old-Days/296761467007207
Community wide festival, with a craft show in the beautiful Lake Lansing Park North. This scenic wooded park offers a great backdrop for our show. All spaces are $15.00 each, no electricity is allowed. You may use pop up tents, please contact Denny Emmer if you would like to set up at our show. There will be other actviites for the family!
Body Mind Spirit Expo
Birch Run, Michigan
June 22nd
Website www.thebonereader.com
6thAnnual "World of One" Holistic Health Psychic Expo held at Birch Run Expo Center on June 22th, 23th and 24th, 2011. Birch Run Expo is a center with over 110,000 square feet that we will be utilizing. It is with great honor that this event will help awareness of body, mind and soul throughout the World as "One". This expo includes hours of free entertainment, lecturers and demonstrations. Girls Night OUT !! on Friday Night and enjoy Michigan Crafters and original artwork
Again we are raising money for "No More Silence against Domestic Violence"
Let us all help Heal - One Another
Belly Dancers, Psychic, Mediums, Healers, Native Dancers, FREE Lecture and Demos, Clothing, Artwork, PET FRIENDLY too
May we all reach for a healthier body, mind, soul, unity and green peace together as "One"
Birch Run, Michigan
June 22nd
Website www.thebonereader.com
6thAnnual "World of One" Holistic Health Psychic Expo held at Birch Run Expo Center on June 22th, 23th and 24th, 2011. Birch Run Expo is a center with over 110,000 square feet that we will be utilizing. It is with great honor that this event will help awareness of body, mind and soul throughout the World as "One". This expo includes hours of free entertainment, lecturers and demonstrations. Girls Night OUT !! on Friday Night and enjoy Michigan Crafters and original artwork
Again we are raising money for "No More Silence against Domestic Violence"
Let us all help Heal - One Another
Belly Dancers, Psychic, Mediums, Healers, Native Dancers, FREE Lecture and Demos, Clothing, Artwork, PET FRIENDLY too
May we all reach for a healthier body, mind, soul, unity and green peace together as "One"
* * * July 2012 Events * * *
An Evening of Smooth Jazz
Holt (Lansing Area), Michigan
July 27th
Website www.bmrwpromotions.com
The summer music series "An Evening of Smooth Jazz" is presented by BMRW Promotions and returns annually in Mid-Michigan on the last Friday in July. The music event has brought together some of the best jazz musicians and their fans in unique settings since its debut in 2005 at the East Lansing Hannah Community Center. The event was moved to the East Lansing High School Center for the Performing Arts to accommodate more fans in 2007 and in 2010, the event was moved again for larger surroundings this time to Holt. Local, regional and international artists including jazz stalwarts Nick Colionne, Grammy nominated Gerald Albright, the legendary Kirk Whalum (Grammy Award Winner), saxman Euge Groove, smooth jazz guitarist Tim Bowman and Grammy nominated international keyboardist, Bob Baldwin AEOSJ
Holt (Lansing Area), Michigan
July 27th
Website www.bmrwpromotions.com
The summer music series "An Evening of Smooth Jazz" is presented by BMRW Promotions and returns annually in Mid-Michigan on the last Friday in July. The music event has brought together some of the best jazz musicians and their fans in unique settings since its debut in 2005 at the East Lansing Hannah Community Center. The event was moved to the East Lansing High School Center for the Performing Arts to accommodate more fans in 2007 and in 2010, the event was moved again for larger surroundings this time to Holt. Local, regional and international artists including jazz stalwarts Nick Colionne, Grammy nominated Gerald Albright, the legendary Kirk Whalum (Grammy Award Winner), saxman Euge Groove, smooth jazz guitarist Tim Bowman and Grammy nominated international keyboardist, Bob Baldwin AEOSJ
Concours d’Elegance of America
Plymouth, Michigan
July 29th
Website www.concoursusa.org
34th Annual Concours d’Elegance of America will feature over 300 cars on the show field. Hours are 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Open to the public. General admission, $25, includes free parking, shuttle and program book.
Plymouth, Michigan
July 29th
Website www.concoursusa.org
34th Annual Concours d’Elegance of America will feature over 300 cars on the show field. Hours are 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Open to the public. General admission, $25, includes free parking, shuttle and program book.
* * * August 2012 Events * * *
Northside Family Fun Fest
North Muskegon , Michigan
August 9th to 11th
Website www.cityofnorthmuskegon.com
Thursday, August 9, 2012 Parade with over 150 entries
Friday, August 10, 2012 Taste of the Northside Food Vendors, Wine Tasting, Classic Car Show and Beer Garden
Saturday, August 11, 2012 Art Fair in Walker Park, pancake breakfast, food vendors and entertainment
North Muskegon , Michigan
August 9th to 11th
Website www.cityofnorthmuskegon.com
Thursday, August 9, 2012 Parade with over 150 entries
Friday, August 10, 2012 Taste of the Northside Food Vendors, Wine Tasting, Classic Car Show and Beer Garden
Saturday, August 11, 2012 Art Fair in Walker Park, pancake breakfast, food vendors and entertainment
* * * September 2012 Events * * *
Fallasburg Fall Festival for the Arts
Lowell, Michigan
September 15th and 16th
Website www.lowellartsmi.org
Mark your calendars for this year’s 44th Fallasburg Fall Festival for the Arts presented by LowellArts! Saturday and Sunday, September 15 & 16, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Fallasburg Park, four miles north of Lowell off Lincoln Lake Rd. This picturesque festival under the trees offers a unique combination of art and crafts, food booths, musical entertainment, demonstrations of turn of the century skills and a children’s craft area complete with pumpkin painting. Admission is free. Freewill donation for parking supports Lowell High School FFA programs. For the safety of all, no pets are allowed.
Lowell, Michigan
September 15th and 16th
Website www.lowellartsmi.org
Mark your calendars for this year’s 44th Fallasburg Fall Festival for the Arts presented by LowellArts! Saturday and Sunday, September 15 & 16, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Fallasburg Park, four miles north of Lowell off Lincoln Lake Rd. This picturesque festival under the trees offers a unique combination of art and crafts, food booths, musical entertainment, demonstrations of turn of the century skills and a children’s craft area complete with pumpkin painting. Admission is free. Freewill donation for parking supports Lowell High School FFA programs. For the safety of all, no pets are allowed.