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Ann Arbor is a charming city located west of Detroit in Michigan's Midwest. The best time to visit is between May and September. Summer, with tons of festivals and great weather for outdoor activities, makes Ann Arbor even more lively. If you decide to go here through June-August, don't miss the Ann Arbor 4th of July Fireworks, Parades & Shows, the Michigan State Fair, and several hot air balloon festivals around the state. Summertime is also perfect to get outside and experience Ann Arbor's beloved outdoor spaces, like the Huron River and Matthaei Botanical Gardens. The beginning of fall is a nice opportunity to witness a smooth transition from summer to winter with stunning fall colors.

19 things to do in Ann Arbor, MI

Michigan State Fair

August 29-September 2, 2024 Event

See the second oldest state fair in the United States

Wayne County Lightfest

November 21–December 24, 2024 Event

A Christmas fantasy drive-through not far from Detroit

Plymouth Ice Festival

early February 2024 Event

Skilfully carved ice sculptures line the streets of downtown Plymouth

Zehnder’s Snowfest

January 24 - January 28 Event

One of the top snow sculpting events in North America held in Frankenmuth, MI since 1990

Michigan Summer Beer Festival

July 26-27, 2024 Event

A large outdoor beer brewers event near Detroit

Woodward Dream Cruise

August 17, 2024 Event

The largest one-day classic car event in the world, drawing over 1-million people and 40,000 classic cars each year

Battle Creek Field of Flight Air Show & Balloon Festival

July 3–7, 2024 Event

America's largest festival combining air show and hot air balloons

Jackson Hot Air Jubilee

July 19-21, 2024 Event

One of the oldest ballooning events in Michigan

Fairy Doors of Ann Arbor

all year round Activity

Discover the magic world of the tiny ornate doors

Hash Bash

April 6, 2024 Event

The celebration of all things cannabis on the first Saturday of April

Apple Harvest and Cider Season

mid-September–mid-November Activity

Apples, cider, and donuts—orchards and cider mills in the Ann Arbor area have it all

Ann Arbor Fall Colors

early to mid-October Nature

"Tree Town" witnesses a smooth transition from summer to winter with stunning fall colors

New Year's Eve

December 31 Event

Check out Ann Arbor's area for some glitzy NYE parties

Hummingbirds in Michigan

May–August Nature

You can easily seduce a couple of tiny nectar drinking birds to your backyard with feeders or suitable blooms

Selfridge Open House and Air Show

July 9–10, 2022 Event

Appreciate the remarkable capabilities of the US Air Forces

Ann Arbor, Michigan, 4th of July Fireworks, Parades & Shows

June 14–July 4, 2024 Event

This city has no shortage of things to do during the 4th of July weekend

Tecumseh's Appleumpkin Festival

October 12–13, 2024 Event

One of the best community festivals in Lenawee County

Saline Celtic Festival

July 12-13, 2025 Event

Jousting, Highland games, and a marketplace at the most popular annual event in Saline

Michigan Lavender- Festival

June 28–30, 2024 Event

A summer festival that combines a relaxing retreat and participating in interesting workshops

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