The Peak of Summer Fun: July Events in Southeast Michigan
Michigan Summer is in full-swing, and is bringing with it a ton of memorable activities and events. From outdoor music to sidewalk shopping, this month has got something for everyone. Gilson Home Group is your local experts on all things Michigan, whether you’re ready to buy or sell a home, or just looking to have some summer fun. No matter what, we’ve got you covered!
Here’s what’s happening in Detroit and beyond this July:
The Whitney Garden Party Live Music
When: Thursdays beginning July 2 | 6:00 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: The Whitney, Detroit
The Whitney’s summer concert series is back with some of Detroit’s most premier bands. General admission is first-come, first-served, or reserve a VIP patio table for an elevated, extra special experience.
Photo credit: The Whitney
Salute to America in Greenfield Village
When: Thursday, July 2 through 5 | 5:00 to 10:00 p.m.
Where: Greenfield Village, Dearborn
Celebrate 250 years of America with an Independence Day spectacular like no other at Greenfield Village. The night includes live music, including a show-stopping arrangement by the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, food trucks, and historical performances. Once the sun sets, enjoy cannon fire and a brilliant firework display.
Photo credit: Detroit Free Press
Outdoor Movie Night: Tangled
When: Friday, July 10 | 6:30 to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Booth Park, Birmingham
Birmingham’s outdoor Movie Nights are in full swing for the summer. This free, family-friendly outing includes pre-show entertainment, with their featured movie, Tangled, beginning at 7:30pm.
Photo credit: Birmingham Shopping District
Ann Arbor Art Fair
When: Thursday, July 16 through 18
Thursday & Friday: 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. | Saturday: 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Downtown Ann Arbor
Visit Ann Arbor for the annual Art Fair, featuring an expansive array of art, spanning across 30 city-blocks. With nearly 1,000 artists and vendors, this long-standing midwest tradition is A2’s biggest event of the year, welcoming an impressive half-million visitors during the 3-day event.
Photo credit: Destination Ann Arbor
Day on the Town
When: Saturday, July 25 | 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Starting Location: Birmingham Shopping District, Birmingham
Visit downtown Birmingham to shop their biggest retail event of the year at Day on the Town! Shop over 60 retailers and save up to 70% off during this annual sidewalk sale, plus food trucks, and more.
Photo credit: The Detroit News
There’s plenty to do this July in Southeast Michigan, so get out there and enjoy the beautiful weather. The Gilson Home Group team is full of area experts and are always here to lend a helping hand, whether you’re looking to buy, sell, or just need recommendations for some summer fun.
If you know a colleague, friend, family member, or anyone in your circle who’s thinking about a move, we’d love an introduction. We help people relocate into and out of Michigan from around the world, and we’re happy to connect them with trusted agents and guide them through even the most complex real estate situations, any time of year.
