Common Ground Music Festival
July 7 – 12
Adado Riverfront Park
$10 – $300
“The festival presents an impressive array of headline, national-level entertainment each night on multiple stages. Grammy Award Winners, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame members, and top-level, national and regional music performers of many genres, including contemporary and classic rock, alternative, country, hip hop, R&B and more have entertained our guests. With an attractive, intimate venue, state of the art production and a comprehensive array of patron amenities, the festival continues as the premier outdoor music event of the summer in the mid-Michigan region.”
Uncle Sam Jam Festival
July 9 – 12
Civic Center Park, Woodhaven
Free – $25
“The 6th annual Uncle Sam Jam, held Thursday, July 9 – Sunday, July 12, will take place in Civic Center Park in the city of Woodhaven, near I-75. The Uncle Sam Jam brings family fun to Woodhaven with fireworks, carnival rides/games, attractions, petting zoo, white tiger discovery and FREE concerts all weekend long!”
Motor City Fest 4
July 10
Tangent Gallery / Hastings Street Ballroom, Detroit
$15 – $25
“Friday $15
Bands :
ONE LIFE CREW
BUILD AND DESTROY
BRICK BY BRICK
POISON TONGUES
SBLC
BLUE COLLAR STOMPERS
ILL MINDED
Saturday $20
Bands :
????????????
FURY OF FIVE
STEEL NATION
ANTE UP
ALL MY BLOOD
SMASH YOUR ENEMIES
YESTERDAYS YOUTH
DEATH IN CUSTODY
DEMENTOR
MANIC OUTBURST
CYCLE OF VIOLENCE
THE WORST OF”
Michigan Elvis Fest
July 10 – 11
Historic Depot Town, Ypsilanti
$20 – $30
“This is not a contest, but a true concert with spectacular performances, from the first act to the last act, by the best professional Elvis Tribute Artists in North America.”
Bluesfest Windsor
July 10 – 12
Riverfront Festival Plaza
$10 – $30
“Join us for the 21st Annual Bluesfest Windsor, one of the country’s premiere blues events on the Windsor waterfront overlooking the awesome Detroit skyline.”
Michigan Lavender Fest
July 10 – 12
Armada Center Road, Armada
$6
“The Michigan Lavender Festival offers a true “Symphony for the Senses”!
Relax and rejuvenate to the essence of Fragrant Lavender swaying in the breeze. Enjoy a gourmet lunch in the shade while sipping on a glass of ice cold Lavender Lemonade. Celebrate the “Grandmother of Herbs” in all her splendor with a series of events centered around the fragrant purple plant, including: workshops, demonstrations, “Cooking With Lavender” classes & more.”
Mayhem Festival
July 11
DTE Energy Music Theatre
$26 – $130
“The world’s biggest heavy music touring festival returns in 2015 with the most intense lineup ever! The Rockstar Energy Drink Mayhem Festival enters its eighth year with the almighty Slayer band headlining the show!”
Black Rock Medieval Festival
July 11 – August 2 (Weekends)
West Augusta, Michigan
$10
“The BlackRock Medieval Fest is a dramatic recreation of a Medieval village at festival time. It is a Medieval styled theme park, a 5-‐stage performance venue, a 30+ acre interactive/environmental theatre, an arts and crafts market, a food court with pubs, all rolled into one non-‐stop, day-‐long, adventure!”
Backpack Music Festival
July 11
Belle Isle
$10 – $20
“Serendipity, Collage and Potpourri (SCP) of Michigan is a non-profit organization founded in 2004. SCP Michigan is committed to assisting students in need by providing them with backpacks and school supplies to motivate and prepare them to achieve a successful school year. “No child should be without the basics to succeed.” The SCP-Backpack Music Festival is shaping up to be the must-attend event of Detroit’s summer season, and it is supported by the Founders and Innovators of electronic music.”
All Things Detroit
July 12
Eastern Market Corporation, Detroit
$5
“Come out and enjoy an afternoon of browsing the best local products Detroit has to offer, all under one roof! Detroit apparel, handmade jewelry, artisan food products, custom artwork, and more.”
• 75+ local vendors
• Purchase Detroit/Michigan made products
• Convenient, FREE lot parking
• Free door prizes to the first 300 guests.
Free All Things Detroit activity book for kids under 12 (while supplies last)
• Free face painting
Free photo booth
Festa Italiana
July 17 – 19
Freedom Hill, Sterling Heights
Free
“FESTA ITALIANO 2015…The weekend when everyone’s Italian! Freedom Hill County Park, starting July 17-19, 2015. The best Italian food in Metro Detroit! Win a Fiat 500 Lease! Headlining Acts on Lucido Family Stage: Lena Prima and Aaron Caruso.”
Alley Art Show
July 18 – 19
Maiden Lane
Free
“Spend the day with us enjoying some BBQ’d food, some cold drinks while listening to some of Windsor’s Musicians & talented performers and taking in some incredible local art!!!”
Grrrl Fest
July 18
Villains Beastro
$5
“This event is for the local female artists of Windsor to show off their creative works! There will be a variety of artists showcasing their work followed by local female inclusive bands later in the night.
Too many times have I heard people say “I don’t know of any local female inclusive artists/bands”. It’s time to change that! Lets show the world our creativity! No more hiding in the shadows!”
Strong Rock Fest
July 18
The Dominion House
Free
Strong rock: a step down from hard rock, and half a step up from Taylor Swift. Also a yearly festival that celebrates the heavier end of the local music scene.
Leamington Electronic Music Festival
July 18 – 19
Kiwanis Camp
“GET READY ONCE AGAIN FOR THE 6TH ANNUAL EDM BASH OF THE SUMMER”
International Dragon Boats for the Cure
July 18 – 19
Lakewood Park
Free
Celebrating 13 years of fundraising for cancer treatment and research in the Windsor area.
Windsor King Fest
July 19 – 21
The Capitol Theatre
$37 – $175
“We regret to inform you that after much thought and a thorough examination of other options we have decided to cancel the 2015 Windsor King Fest.
In spite of thousands of hours of volunteer work over the past ten years and intense effort this year it is apparent that there is not enough support to continue this event.
The festival has been a labour of love for the organizers and volunteers and has been appreciated by its fans and supporters but no longer appears to attract enough financial support to continue.
We have tried to get sponsors and donations without success and have put our personal resources out to make it work.
At this point we cannot afford to risk further losses.
However, you have purchased tickets in advance and it would be unfair for you to lose your money so we will be refunding everyone over the next week or so.
Thank you to everyone who has helped over the years.
The Elvis festivals in Windsor have helped a number of local tribute artists get their start and most continue to perform today. We will use our web site and email list to promote their events and hopefully you will support them. We are happy to have been a part of increasing the local “Elvis” events over the years and are going to miss them as much as you.”
Mardi Gras Street Party
July 24 – 25
Dalhousie St, Amherstburg
$15 – $25
“Join us for the most exciting event in Amherstburg! Presented by the Amherstburg Chamber of Commerce.
Mardi Gras Street Party on Dalhousie!
We are bringing the New Orleans Bourbon Street experience to town!
Mark your calendar because you won’t want to miss it!
Create your craziest Mardi Gras costume!
Beads, Beads and more Beads!!!
We are shutting down Dalhousie, Richmond and Murray streets!”
Sterlingfest Art and Music Fair
July 23 – 25
Sterling Heights
More details to be released soon. Keep checking back!
St. Clair Riverfest
July 23 – 26
Palmer Park, St. Clair
$15 – $25
“The St. Clair Riverfest takes place July 23 – 26 and is an action packed weekend of offshore boat racing, food/street vendors, and incredible musical entertainment. The St. Clair River Classic Offshore Boat Races have been a marquee event in St. Clair County for over a decade, drawing thousands of fans to the beautiful riverfront of Palmer Park!”
80 Degrees of Summer Festival
July 24
The Token Lounge
$20
Bullet Boys, Tracii Guns, L.A. Guns
Michigan Summer Beer Festival
July 24
Riverside Park, Ypsilanti
$35 – $45
“The 18th Annual Summer Beer Festival will feature over 800 different beers from more than 80 Michigan craft breweries. Food will be available for purchase inside the festival, and guests will enjoy live music from a variety of Michigan bands.
The oldest of the Michigan Brewers Guild’s four annual festivals, the Summer Beer Festival takes place rain or shine in the lovely outdoor setting of Ypsilanti’s Riverside Park in historic Depot Town.”
The Vans Warped Tour
July 24
The Palace of Auburn Hills
$38.50 – 59.60
Celebrating it’s 20th year, Warped Tour is the largest traveling music festival in the United States, featuring a diverse genre set.
Mosaic
July 24 – 26
Leamington
Free
“Mosaic is a three day festival (July 24 – 26, 2015) that celebrates the rich cultural diversity of Leamington and surrounding area. Restaurants, local clubs and organizations of all ethnicities come together to celebrate culture through food, entertainment, history, arts and crafts.
Friday kicks off with opening ceremonies at Leamington Town Hall followed by entertainment and food sampling from local restaurants uptown.
On Saturday the celebration continues, showcasing food from the diverse restaurants of Leamington in conjunction with the annual sidewalk sale.
Ethno-cultural groups and clubs open their doors on Sunday to welcome visitors to experience their culture firsthand. Tour between locations on your own or take the shuttle bus that departs from SECC every 15 minutes.”
Explore the Shore
July 25 – 26
County Road 50, Essex
Free
Essex County Road 50, from Malden Centre to Cedar Island
A weekend event created from a partnership between businesses and organizations to promote tourism on Essex County Road 50 along the shore of Lake Erie south of Harrow, Ontario.
Spend the day reliving that drive along the Lake Road that you may have experienced in your life. Stop by one of the many businesses to sample the local foods, taste the local wine or check out the shops. It is the perfect event for all ages.
Participants offer a variety of unique activities to showcase their businesses. The variety of businesses include: farmers, wineries, road side vegetable stands, restaurants, bed and breakfast hoteliers, outdoor recreation (golf, conservation areas, beaches, harbour/marina), artists, authors, and small business owners ( salon, antiques, gift shop, convenience store).
We encourage you to visit as many locations as possible. At any participating location pick up an Explore The Shore brochure which contains a listing of all businesses’ activities as well as the grand prize passport! To be eligible to win the grand prize, have any 5 businesses stamp or initial on their respective spot on the passport and drop the passport into the grand prize box.
Mo Pop Festival
July 25 – 26
West Riverfront Park
$99.50 – $199
For it’s third installment, Mo Pop will be expanding to two days, and will feature Modest Mouse and Passion Pit as headliners.
BFF Fest
July 25
Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit
$10
“BFF Fest is an all-ages inclusive summer music festival in Detroit created to highlight, celebrate, and promote the talents of Michigan’s diverse community of musicians and artists. By prioritizing the participation of women, people of color and LGBTQ performers, BFF Fest strives to be progressive, modern, and thoughtful in the curation of its lineup. Our goal is to foster a stronger, more supportive, and most importantly, a more diverse and balanced scene in Detroit/Michigan/the Midwest/North America/the world/universe/galaxy/everything.”
Freek Fest III
July 31
Ypsilanti
More info for this event to be announced soon. Check back!
Jazz on the River
August 1 – 2
Elizabeth Park, Trenton
Free
“Jazz on the River is one of the premier Jazz Festivals in the Great Lakes Region. Celebrating 20 years this year, the festival takes place in Elizabeth Park in Trenton, Michigan August 1 & 2, 2015. To help us celebrate, Grammy Award Winner Kenny G will be among the headliners that will perform over the FREE weekend of awesome music, food and fun for the whole family!”
The Island Unplugged Music Festival
August 1 – 2
Pelee Island
$30
“The Island Unplugged is a family friendly music and arts festival-taking place in the heart of rural Pelee Island.”
Charivari Detroit
August 1 – 2
Belle Isle, Detroit
Free
“Two Day Free Electronic Music Festival • 12 noon until 10 p.m • featuring the largest lineup of Detroit based DJ’s anywhere!”
Caribbean Culture Festival
August 7 – 9
New Centre, Detroit
“3 day Annual Caribbean Festival. Feature country Panama.”
Windsor Pride Fest
August 7 – 9
Riverfront Festival Plaza
Free
“Windsor-Essex Pride Fest is a non-profit organization incorporated in the Province of Ontario that brings together members of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Two-Sprited (LGBTT) community, their friends, allies and supporters in celebration of the unique spirit and culture of our community by producing quality, inclusive and safe events and initiatives to celebrate. Windsor-Essex Pride Fest strengthens the sense of community and contributes to the vibrancy, health and overall well-being of persons in the LGBTT of Windsor-Essex and surrounding communities.”
Kingsville Folk Music Festival
August 7 – 9
Lakeside Park
$35 – $95
“Canada’s most southern town will play host to 30 national and international award-winning musicians performing on the evening Main Stage and interacting on the 4 daytime Session and Workshop stages. Located along the northern shores of Lake Erie in Kingsville, Ontario, the festival also brings you the best in juried artisans, local foods, wines & brews and the Family Stomping Ground. Rain or shine and accessible.”
Great Lakes Folk Festival
August 7 – 9
Downtown East Lansing
By Donation
“This unique fusion of art fair, music festival, county fair, multi-ethnic festival, hands-on activity workshops and celebration of cultural heritage will be held August 7-9, 2015 in downtown East Lansing.
The Great Lakes Folk Festival showcases the traditional cultural treasures of the nation’s Upper Midwest and a sampling of the best of traditional artists from around the country and the world.
The festival encourages cross-cultural understanding of our diverse society through the presentation of musicians, dancers, cooks, storytellers and craftspeople whose traditions are rooted in their communities.”
OABI Detroit
August 8
Belle Isle, Detroit
$15 – $70
“OABI, the acronym for Once Around Belle Isle, is a 7-mile paddle race around Belle Isle in the international waters of Windsor, Ontario and Detroit, MI. What started as an underground race in 2012 with 25 Detroit/Windsor paddlers has evolved into a Midwest paddle destination and the premier beach party in Detroit.
With an expanded program in 2014, OABI appealed to not only serious stand-up paddlers, but also kayakers, rowers,and those who are completely new to paddling. By combining a newbie-friendly paddlerama with classes and demos, live music, craft beer, food trucks, and a wide variety of paddle vendors, OABI is a festive and welcoming environment that celebrates Detroit’s rightful place as one of the world’s primary centers of water sports and recreation.”
Eat Your City Restaurant Week
August 10 – 16
Windsor
$10 – $35
“Participating restaurants offer exceptional value and special fixed price menus. Prices are $10 or $15 for lunch and $25 or $35 for dinner. Each restaurant will offer a unique Eat Your City menu. Reservations are recommended to ensure a seating upon your arrival. Local, independent businesses will also be hosting Eat Your City events throughout the week.”
Windsor Rib Fest
August 13 – 16
Riverfront Festival Plaza, Windsor
Free
“The 6th annual Windsor Ribfest will feature several lucky Ribbers who will battle for awards during the 4 day event. Live entertainment is featured in our unique beer garden with seating on the stage overlooking the beautiful Detroit skyline. Ribfest also includes vendors selling and displaying products, plus a free children’s play area.”
Fiesta Latina
August 14 – 16
Downtown Windsor
“Downtown Windsor comes alive August 14 – 16 with Fiesta Latina. Enjoy tropical rhythm, exotic costumes, street dancing and unrivalled fun!”
Leamington Tomato Fest
August 14 – 16
Seacliffe Park, Leamington
Free
“The field tomato is the largest locally grown crop in the region. Additionally, Leamington hosts one of the largest concentration of commercial greenhouse operations in the world. Our community supplies supermarkets worldwide. The tomato is the centerpiece of the festival and symbolizes Leamington’s strong identity and belief in family and community.”
Cainer Fest
August 15
The Dominion House Tavern, Windsor
$10
“This is an event created in the honour of Jordan “Cainer” Caine who passed away August 13th, 2014.
Our dear friend, brother, and fellow musician touched many lives and has been a musical inspiration to his band mates. On August 15th we honour “Cainer” on behalf of the Canadian Mental Health. This event aims to raise 100% non-profit proceeds to be donated to CMHA in Jordan’s name.
As we would like to honour Jordan Caine we aim to make this a yearly tradition where his fellow musicians and band mates will pay tribute with live entertainment.
Most importantly, this event is about sharing a voice about mental health to fight against negative stigma on the challenges of those who live with mental health disorders.
We are the faces of mental health. They are our family, our friends, the people we love. They are you.
Help us raise money for vital services in our community so that everyone has the resources they need to live happy and healthy lives.”
Mad Decent Block Party
August 15
Russel Industrial Center, Detroit
$7.50
“America’s biggest block party is back. 22 shows in 19 cities.”
Windsor Comicon
August 15 – 16
Caesar’s Windsor
$20 – $99
“If it exists in the worlds of Comics, Sci-Fi, Anime, Manga, Gaming or Horror, chances are you will find it at one of the many retailers in attendance. Whether you’re into comics, collectibles or t-shirts, you’ll find them and much, much more in our huge shopping area! Retailers from near and far are invited to showcase your unique products or services targeted at our thousands of entertainment & pop culture fans!”
Balloona Palooza
August 15 – 16
Downtown Windsor
Free
“Featuring a kaleidoscope of colour and endless excitement, Balloonapalooza is the family event of the summer! Comprised of over 80 cold air balloons and other inflatables, Balloonapalooza is destined to transform downtown Windsor into a dazzling array of activities for people of all ages.”
Biff Fest 2015
August 21
Corktown Tavern, Detroit
$5
“A Beatdown Hardcore festival for the rowdy crowd of kids who love the music and the lifestyle”
Squirrel Fest 3
August 21 – 22
Kiwanis Camp
Head out to the county for a two-day event of camping and all the best in local hard rock.
Tecumseh Corn Fest
August 27 – 30
Tecumseh
Price TBA
“The 40th annual Tecumseh Corn Festival provides visitors with a variety of live entertainment all weekend long.”
Harrow Fair
August 28 – 31
Harrow Fair Grounds
$7 – $15
“We are rural community agricultural Fair showcasing, dairy, beef, poultry and other animals. We also include entries highlighting fruits, vegetables, grains, baked & canning goods, quilts & other needle arts, other crafts & photography, Highlights include a Midway, bingo tent, pie tent, crafters alley, ag. machinery, Mom Calling contest, Teddy Bear Parade, Children’s Entertainment, Tractor pull, Lawnmower races, Horse show, Pie eating contest, Pie auction and of course All Canadian nightly musical entertainment.”
Pizza Fest 3
August 29
Krusty’s Pizza, Windsor
Free
“3rd Annual Pizza Fest. Brought to you by Krusty’s Pizza, HOOKY, and 519 PUNK
– DIRT
– The Reckless Upstarts
– Tea Leaves
– Down Right Dirty
– Adelleda (Hamilton ON)
– With Glowing Hearts (Reunion show!)
– Jon Creeden (Stratford ON)
WAYYY more bands to be announced. Come get some of the best pizza money can buy and Enjoy some live tunes.”
Loyalty Fest 3
August 29
The Loving Touch, Ferndale
$10 – $20
“ALL AGES WELCOME
At the Hands of Victims
Midwest Skies
Wolfshark
Our Vices
Final Confession
Maybe Next Time
Faded Grey
Holly With a Gun
Of Cities
Foundations”
Michigan Cider Dayze Festival
August 29 – 30
Armada Centre Rd, Armada
$35 – $55
Featuring local breweries, wineries, and cideries, your ticket price includes a commemorative class and fifteen three ounce pours. The event will also feature live music, brewing lessons, barrel races, apple bobbing, and more. Purchase tickets before June 29th to receive $5 off admission.
Art By The River
August 29 – 30
Fort Malden
$5
“Love art? Join over 150 topnotch artists and artisans at Art by the River, Essex County’s original arts and crafts festival. Browse before you buy. All art is juried and personally handmade by the artists. Enjoy the art, music, magic and history at Art by the River – an olde town, end of summer tradition since 1967.”
Hamtramck Labour Day Festival
August 30 – September 1
Downtown Hamtramck
“Welcome to the city of Hamtramck. For the past three decades we’ve celebrated Labor Day weekend with a festival on the Main Street of Joseph Campau. As always, there will be plenty of music, food and fun. With two separate stages, booths from a number of restaurants and a full line-up of carnival rides, there’s never a dull moment at the Hamtramck Labor Day Festival.”
Detroit Jazz Festival
September 4 – 7
Hart Plaza, Campus Martius Park
Free
The 36th annual Detroit Jazz Festival will take place in Downtown Detroit over the Labour Day weekend, and is the largest free jazz fest in the world.
Coming Home Music Festival
September 12
Riverfront Festival Plaza, Windsor
$20 – $60
“The Annual Coming Home Music Festival. The greatest & largest EDM festival held on Windsor’s waterfront.”
Dally in the Alley
September 12
Cass Corridor, Detroit
Free
“Organized by volunteers and the North Cass Community Union- All without aid of corporate sponsorship- this festival is set in the unique and historic alleys of the north Cass Corridor. A neighborhood celebration of local musicians, artists, restaurants and vendors of all sorts.”
Chill on the Hill
September 12
Freedom Hill, Sterling Heights
$45 – $99.50
Saturday
Weezer
Panic at the Disco
Andrew McMahon In the Wilderness
Thousand Foot Krutch
Night Riots
Vinyl Theatre
Coleman Hell
Arkells
Kaliedo
Sunday
Cage the Elephant
Coheed & Cambria
Cold War Kids
Dale Earnhardt Jr Jr
Robert Delong
The Wombats
X-Ambassadors
The Glorious Sons
Civil Twilight
The Struts
Michigan Burlesque Festival
September 18
Hastings St. Ballroom, Detroit
$25
The Michigan Burlesque Festival is proud to announce it’s cast for its third annual burlesque weekend extravanganza. You will see not only traditional burlesque numbers, but also nerdlesque, boylesque, vaudeville, sideshow, fire performances, hula hoopers, clowns and so much more.
Aisha Kandasha (Michigan)
Ava Adore (Ohio)
Barbacoa Jones (Indiana)
Black Scorpion (Texas)
Brandi Wine (Pennsylvania)
Candy Bottom (Colorado)
Cynder Ella (Missouri)
Dahlia D’Luxe (Ohio)
Ed Venture (Michigan)
Eliza Sidecar (Ohio)
Fae Le Flame (Michigan)
Florence of Alabia (Illinois)
Holly Hock (Michigan)
Kay Cee Sunshine (Ohio)
Kitty Bouree (Michigan)
Kitty Hawk (Ohio)
Lady Peacock and Her Bevy of Beauties (Colorado)
Luna Legare (Michigan)
Mabel Syrup (Michigan)
Miss Claira Bell (Wisconsin)
Miss Terrie (Colorado)
Molly Macabre (Texas)
Monet Macabaret (Illinois)
Mylitta La Fae (Michigan)
Nettles & LaLa (California)
Rambo Reza (Arizona)
Raven Gemini (Illinois)
Rena Lamarr (Ohio)
Shimmy La Roux (Illinois)
Shrimp Cocktail (Ohio)
Sofia Syntaxx (Michigan)
Talia Mazon (Michigan)
The Irresistible O (Michigan)
Tre’ Da Marc (Minnesota)
Trixie Sparx (Illinois)
Vince V. Vice (Illinois)
Vincent John ll (Michigan)
Vivacious Miss Audacious (Michigan)
Whisper De Corvo (Seattle)
OUR HEADLINERS FOR THE EVENING INCLUDE:
Our beloved and hilarious Mistress of Ceremonies, the delectable Foxy Tann !!
We are also bringing back Detroit’s hardest working showgirl, Lushes Lamoan !!
Also joining us will be the talented and handsome Russell Bruner !! He has won the titles King of Burlesque 2012″, and Best Group & Best Duo 2013 at the BHoF.
and the sensational and irresistible Roxi DLite!! Voted No. 1 Burlesque Figure in 2014, Burlesque Hall of Fame’s current reigning Queen of Burlesque, Miss Exotic World 2010, World Champion of Exotic Dance 2014, and EDI Showgirl Champion 2014.
Harvesting the FAM Fest
October 1 – 10
Free
Downtown Windsor
“Harvesting The FAM is Windsor, Ontario’s largest independent inter-arts festival designed for the promotion and development of Film, Fashion, Artistic and Musical talents (FAM), working in any medium or genre. The festival creates a positive, open-minded space for artists to exhibit, promote, perform and sell their works.”
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