Children’s activities
• Kids Komotion Concert: 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Aug. 20 at Marshbank Park, 2805 Hiller Road, West Bloomfield Twp. Interactive children’s entertainment, free inflatables and special costumed characters. The Optimist Club of West Bloomfield will be on-site selling snacks and refreshments, with all proceeds supporting programs for children in our community. wbparks.org/series/kids-komotion-concerts
• Sing. Play. Speak: 10-10:45 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19. Interactive classes for young children encourage movement, language, social skills, and activities that support speech. Free and recommended for ages birth through 5 years of age. Festival Park, Village of Rochester Hills, 104 N. Adams Road, Rochester Hills.
• Bugs on Wheels: 10 a.m.-noon, Thursday, Aug. 27. Educational session featuring live insects and fascinating facts about them, Free. Festival Park, Village of Rochester Hills, 104 N. Adams Road, Rochester Hills.
• Storytime in the Park: 10:30-11:15 a.m. Friday, Aug. 21, stories for ages birth to 6 years old. Bring your blanket, Fran Leaf Park, 3000 Brock Street, Keego Harbor. facebook.com/events
• The Royal Duck Bounce Park: 3-9 p.m. Monday-Thursday; 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Friday-Sunday, through August 30, Oakland Mall, 412 W. 14 Mile Road, Troy. Bounce, jump, play and dance to music at the world’s largest and tallest bounce house. Ticket prices vary, purchase online at royalduckusa.com/
Community activities
• 36th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 20, Oakland County Circuit Court, at the courtyard, inclusive activities and adaptive sports demonstrations, yard games for all ages and abilities, food trucks, meet-and-greet tables with local organizations that support individuals with disabilities. Open to the public. OaklandCountyParks.com.
• Oakland Uncorked: 6:30-9:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 9, A Waterford Area Chamber of Commerce event with entertainment, unlimited samples of wine, beer, and gourmet bites from around Oakland County, M1 Concourse Event Center, 1 Motorsport Drive, Pontiac. $75/person. Registration, cca.waterfordchamber.org
• Clawson Fest: Noon-8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22, live music, art festival, food, kids zone and hot dog eating contest. Free. facebook.com/clawsonfest
• Waterford Area Chamber’s Annual Women Rock!: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13. A celebration luncheon of friendship, and professional growth. Connect with fellow business leaders, colleagues, and friends. Chamber and nonchamber members register at cca.waterfordchamber.org. $75/person or $550/table of 8.
• Harmony in the Hills Concert Series: Duo Clarion, 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 25, St. Paul’s United Methodist Church Sanctuary, 620 Romeo Street, Rochester. Free admission. Donations appreciated. stpaulsrochester.org.
• Free Mall: 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 29. Free, gently used clothing for men, women and children. Upon arrival, each person will be given a large bag to hold their items. Calvary Chapel of Oakland County, 1975 East Long Lake Road, Troy.
• Family Appreciation Day: 12-4 p.m. Friday, Aug. 21. Celebrating families while connecting them with available resources and services. Free activities, community resources, health screenings, entertainment, children’s activities and giveaways (while supplies last), 888 Enterprise Drive, Pontiac. Free admission. ecommunityoutreach.org
• Document Shredding Days: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Friday, Aug. 21. Recycling trucks will be on-site for free document shredding. Limited to four boxes of paper and no sorting on site. Arrive early as there will be a line, but it moves quickly. Oakland County Farmers Market, 2350 Pontiac Lake Road, Waterford. Vibe Credit Union will be collecting non-perishable food items for local families during the event. https://www.oakgov.com/community
• Family Appreciation Day: noon-4 p.m. Friday, Aug. 21, The Arts and Technology Academy of Pontiac, 888 Enterprise Drive, Pontiac. A free event hosted by E-Community Outreach Services to bring families together. Live entertainment, kids activities, giveaways, food, health and wellness services, free haircuts and community organization offering resources and support. Admission is free, but registration is required. eventbrite.com
• Home Run Derby: Sept. 26, register your batters at BigSwings.org or come and cheer them on. Divisions for all ages include boys and girls baseball and softball. Entry fees are $12 and under $15; ages 13-18 $20; adults 18+ $25. Special Needs hitting session. Food trucks and concessions, live music, celebrity appearances and guest pitchers, vendors and merchandise. Gates open at 10 a.m., first swing begins at noon; finals under the lights 6:30-10 p.m., Sherman Memorial Park, 150 Cedar Street, Ortonville. Funds go to improve local ball fields.
• Wolverine Lake Village Festival & Corn Roast: noon-5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12, live music, food and beverages, pie eating contest, inflatables, game tent, petting zoo with pony rides, children’s activities and raffle, Clara Miller Park, 2500 Benstein Road, Wolverine Lake.
Woodward Dream Cruise
The official Woodward Dream Cruise takes place on the third Saturday in August. The 2026 Woodward Dream Cruise is from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, August 15. The route is a 16-mile radius involving nine suburban communities that include Berkley, Birmingham, Bloomfield Hills, Bloomfield Township, Ferndale, Huntington Woods, Royal Oak, Pleasant Ridge and Pontiac of Oakland County. Municipal parking locations include the City of Birmingham, City of Ferndale, City of Pontiac and the City of Royal Oak. Events will be ongoing at each location throughout the day including live entertainment, food and kids activities. https://www.woodwarddreamcruise.com/visitor-guide/events-route-map/
Smart Bus
SMART Bus will shuttle for free anywhere along the Woodward route from 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15. You can board the shuttle at any RED SMART or FAST bus stop along Woodward Avenue. smartbus.org
City of Berkley
Cruisefest Classic Car Parade: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14, West 12 Mile Road, between Coolidge and Greenfield Road. 7:30-11 p.m. Street concert, movie, and other activities on West 12 Mile Road, downtown Berkley. woodwarddreamcruise.com
City of Birmingham
Birmingham Cruise Event: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, South Old Woodward from Maple to Lincoln, South Old Woodward will be closed to vehicle traffic from Maple Road to Lincoln Street to prepare for, and during the event. The event will feature nearly 200 classic cars of all makes and models, and a limited number of exotic cars, interactive sponsor displays, retail and food vendors, and an all day Woodward Dream Cruise merchandise tent. downtownbirmingham.com
City of Ferndale
Ferndale Dream Cruise: 9 Mile Road at Woodward, Friday and Saturday, Aug. 14-15. All day activities both days include a Kids Play Zone, food, live entertainment, merchant vendors and a Woodward Dream Cruise merchandise tent. Friday, Aug. 14, the Ferndale Emergency Vehicle Show takes place from 1-7 p.m., Curry Motorsports, classic and Muscle Cars from 1-8 p.m., the Official Woodward Dream Cruise ribbon cutting ceremony at 5 p.m. followed by the Lights and Sirens Cruise Parade at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15 additional events include Mustang Alley and Bronco Corral from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. FerndaleDreamCruise.com
City of Royal Oak
Car Show in the Park: 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, Memorial Park. Official merchandise tent, classic car show, vendors, and a food court, all day each day. www.royaloakrec.com
Festivals/Shows
• Michigan Lottery Arts, Beats & Eats: Friday, Sept 4-Monday, Sept. 7. Entertainment will include more than 200 performances over 11 stages. A full lineup of artists showcasing their work takes place on 7th Street between Lafayette & Washington, Washington between 7th and Lincoln, and Lincoln between Washington and Center in downtown Royal Oak. Eateries, restaurants and food trucks will line the streets featuring classic American cuisine, desserts, cultural dishes, summer fun food and more. Cash and credit cards will be accepted at festival entrances. Online tickets can be purchased at, showpass.com/2026abe
Arts, Beats and Eats is Labor Day weekend, Friday-Monday, Aug. 29-Sept. 1, in downtown Royal Oak. (Photo courtesy of Michigan Lottery Arts, Beats and Eats presented by Flagstar)
• Michigan Renaissance Festival: Open weekends Aug. 22-Oct 4, Labor Day, Sept. 7 and Festival Friday, Oct. 2. Events include pub crawls, scavenger hunts and a brunch fit for royalty, Contests include archery competition, axe throwing, BBQ competition, Fairy House and more. Preregistration required for all contests, register here, michrenfest.com/contests. Special events, contest times and ticket prices vary. Gate admission prices vary with children 4 and under admitted for free. michrenfest.com The Renaissance Festival takes place at 12600 Dixie Hwy. in Holly.
Michigan Renaissance Festival in Holly. (Photo of a jousting tournament during the 2024 Michigan Renaissance Festival, courtesy of Michigan Renaissance Festival)
• Chutney Festival: 5-10 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 20, South Asian & West Indian street food, vendors, indoor and outdoor events, specialty beverages, free admission. Royal Oak Farmers Market, 316 E. 11 Mile Road, Royal Oak.
• Troy Daze: 4-9 p.m. Thursday, September 17, 4-11 p.m. Friday, September 18, 11- a.m.-11 p.m. Saturday, September 19 and noon-7 p.m. Sunday, September 20. Admission $5/credit card $7. Free parking available around the Troy Community Center or with free shuttle rides to the front gate of the festival from the Library Center parking garage at 100 W. Big Beaver Road, Troy. Festival held at the Troy Civic Center with fireworks scheduled for September 18 at dusk. Please check the website for updates. troyfamilydaze.org/welcome
• Open Mic Night: 6 p.m. Aug. 17, 20 Front Street, will take place on the outdoor stage at Cookies and Cream (below 20 Front Street), sign up starts at 5:30 p.m., no poetry, karaoke, comedians or drum kit,, Lake Orion. Free for all ages. 20frontstreet.com
• Armenia Fest: 5-10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22, 316 E. 11 Mile Road, Royal Oak Farmers Market. Armenian bakers and chefs, music, dance, artisan vendors, cultural exhibits, children activities, silent auction and the Great Choreg Bake-Off. Admission is free and lawn chairs are encouraged. facebook.com/groups/2211564633
• Canterbury BBQ & Bacon Festival: 4 p.m. Aug. 21-8 p.m. Aug. 23. Live music, live wrestling, Monster Truck rides, cornhole & backyard games, contests & prizes, vendors. Tickets at gate $6, children 12 & under free, Canterbury Village, 22325 Joslyn Road, Lake Orion. https://www.facebook.com/photo
• Glow-Bye Summer: 6:30-9 p.m. Friday, Sept. 25, food trucks, inflatables, live music, Hot Air Balloon Glow, face painting, Putt Putt & Glow games, arts and crafts, Friendship Park, 3380 Clarkston Road, Lake Orion. Free, no registration required. oakgov.com
• Dragon on the Lake: Festival hours are 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 29 and 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 30, art fair, Tiki tent, live music, kids zone. The Dragon Boat Showdown (High School Races) is 2 p.m. Saturday; Chalk Art Challenge is 11 a.m. Saturday, Lighted Boat Parade is 8:30-10 p.m. Saturday and the Dragon Boat races are at 9 a.m. Sunday, dragononthelake.com/
Parks/Outdoor activities
• Oakland Uncorked!: 7-10 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 9, Live entertainment provided by Frankly Good Music, unlimited samples of wine and craft beers from local breweries, and gourmet tastings from many local restaurants, Oakland County Farmers Market, 2350 Pontiac Lake Road, Waterford. Tickets $75. Registration cca.waterfordchamber.org
• Tuesdays in the Park: 5:30-7:30 p.m. Aug. 18, Inflatable with jumping, climbing & sliding, Clara Miller Park, 2500 Benstein Road, Wolverine Lake.
• Movie Night: 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 21, free event for adults 18+ only. Food and beverage available for purchase or bring your own, golf-themed activities before the movie (Happy Gilmore), chairs or a blanket recommended. Waterford Oaks County Park, 1702 Scott Lake Road, Waterford. oakgov.com.
• Free Transportation Program: Library cardholders who are at least 18 years of age and reside in Oakland, Macomb or Wayne County qualify for free round-trip transportation (with a plus one) to cultural destinations, parks and recreation areas through Sept. 30. Venues include the DIA, any of the tri-county Metroparks, Sea Life Michigan Aquarium, the Detroit Historical Museum, the Anton Art Center, Turtle Cove Aquatic Center, Michigan Flight Museum, the Holocaust Memorial Center, Legoland Discovery Center and more. Transportation must be booked at least seven days in advance. A partnership launched between the Michigan Activity Pass, Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency and The Library Network. Call 313-388-9799 and visit miactivitypass.org/transportation for more information.
• Empty Nest: 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 22, Learn about the types of bird nests found and build a nest of your own, Red Oaks Nature Center, 30300 Hales Street, Madison Heights. $10/person, preregistration required. Call 248-858-0916 or online at mioaklandctyweb.myvscloud.com All ages.
• Red Oaks Waterpark in Madison Heights is now open, weather permitting. Purchase advance tickets at oakgov.com/community, ticket prices vary. Waterford Oaks Wave Pool remains closed.
• Oakland County Parks and Recreation offers free admission. General park entry fees and vehicle permits have been eliminated for all parks operated by Oakland County Parks, oakgov.com/community
• Huron-Clinton Metroparks in Livingston, Macomb, Oakland, Washtenaw and Wayne, metroparks.com. Park entrance fees apply. Annual vehicle passes are $40 for residents or $45 for non-residents. Senior citizen pricing on annual passes are available in-person at toll booths or park offices with ID as proof of age.
• Fairytale Garden Workshop: 6-7:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 18, Waterford Oaks Event Center, 280 Watkins Lake Road, Waterford Twp. Hands-on gardening experience for both children (ages 6 and up recommended) and adults. Learn the basics of container gardening and miniature gardening, including plant care, soil selection, and design. Registration closes Aug. 14 or when full. events.anr.msu.edu/event
• Stream Science: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursdays through Aug. 20. Hands-on activity kits available on a first come, first served basis and include nets, magnifying glasses, bug boxes and more. Staff will be onsite near the creek with available supplies. Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm, 1005 Van Hoosen Road, Rochester Hills. No registration required. Rochesterhills.org/museum
• CarnEvil 2: Thursday-Sunday, Sept. 18-Nov. 1. A one-mile forest trail featuring CarnEvil themed interactive experiences throughout the trail. The trail becomes a carnival midway with family-friendly games and activities for all ages, light and sound displays featuring projection mapping, glowing art installations, LED displays, food trucks, seasonal drinks, and additional surprises. Glenlore Trails, 3860 Newton Road, Commerce Twp. Special activities take place on select nights. Check the schedule and purchase tickets at Glenloretrails.com.
• Summer Sundays: noon-5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 30, 481 Lake George Road, Oxford. $10 per person, 2 and under free. Admission includes access to the farm, hayrides, playground, pony rides ($3) and concession stand. Outside food and beverage is allowed. uplandhillsfarm.com
Veteran Events
• Veterans Resource Fair: 9 a.m.-noon Aug. 28, representatives will be onsite to serve all veterans, active duty, guard and reserves, and their families, Oakland County Executive Office Building, conference rooms East and West, 2100 Pontiac Lake Road, Waterford. Registration required and for a listing of resources available, tinyurl.com/5bvpcae3. Free.
Back to School events
• Packed for Success: 2-4 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 20, backpack with school supplies giveaway (while supplies last and child must be present), hot dog & chips, inflatables, face painting, games, petting zoo, and other family-friendly activities, Wellbridge, 252 Meadowfield Drive, Rochester Hills. facebook.com/events/wellbridge
• Back to School Bash: Noon-2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22. Free for all children, hot dogs, snow cones, popcorn, bounce houses, water slides and yard games. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Lakes Area Youth Assistance is accepting donations of ziploc bags, kleenex, clorox wipes and socks during the event. New location – Clara Miller Park, 2550 Benstein Road, Wolverine Lake.
• Back to School Movie Night – Zootopia 2 (The Movie): 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 21. The event begins with the classic silent short Felix in Hollywood with live accompaniment by pianist Lulu Chen. Free school supplies will be provided, Flagstar Strand Theatre for the Performing Arts, Pontiac. Tickets: ticketmaster.com
Fundraisers
• OLHSA Golf Fore Change 2026: 8 a.m. Friday, Aug. 28. Westwynd Golf Course, 4161 Adams Road, Oakland Twp. Hosted by OLHSA to raise funds for OLHSA’s essential emergency support programs helping local families in times of crisis. The event includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner, 18 holes with golf cart, and contests and raffles at the event. The cost of the event is $600 per foursome or $150 per person. To register or sign up as sponsor, olhsa.org/fore.
• Pontiac Heritage Ball – Scandals, Snoops & Supper: 5-10 p.m. Sept. 10, Mystery & Intrigue, scavenger hunt, live art auction, dinner and dancing, Meadow Brook Hall, 350 Estate Drive, Rochester. Reservations required, eventbrite.com/pontiacheritageball. Gala funds benefiting the alumni, legacy families, and citizens of the City of Pontiac.
• Kiwanis Club of Pontiac Lace Up for Literacy: 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 22. 5K walk or run to support reading and education. Oakland Schools Conference Center, 2111 Pontiac Lake Road, Waterford. Tickets, adults $33.85, children $17 or register a team of 5 or more, $108.55. eventbrite.com
• Tails and Trails 5K: 10 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 16. Run or walk with your dog or cat to raise funds for Great Lakes Dog Rescue and Teacher’s Pet. (Pets are optional, must have a current licence and be kept on a 6-foot leash). The race begins with the Cat Walk 1K at 10 a.m. (includes a goodie bag and medal), the 5K race will begin a half hour later (includes a T-shirt and medal). Cost is $15/1K and $25/5K, Independence Oaks, 9501 Sashabaw Road, Clarkston. Register online runsignup.com/Race/MI/Clarkston/OCTailsTrails5K
• Kemp Klein Charity Golf Classic: Monday, Aug. 31, register at https://forms.cloud, individual, teams, and sponsorships available. 18-holes of scramble, breakfast, lunch and dinner throughout the day including on-course contests, and on and off course opportunities for prizes, and silent auctions, Fieldstone Golf Club, Auburn Hills. All proceeds will benefit Capuchin Soup Kitchen. Visit kempklein.com/golf2026/ for more information.
• The Spirts of ‘45’: 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 8, program tells the story of WWII events focusing on the Pacific Theater of Operations with cocktails and snacks. A silent auction will take place where guests can bid on a selection of spirits. Dinner will be provided by Mission BBQ, Kilgour Scottish Centre, 2363 Rochester Road, Troy. General admission $100; VIP admission $125. Proceeds to benefit the Michigan WWII Legacy Memorial, located in Royal Oak Memorial Park, 13 mile Road and Woodward Avenue. Registration, michiganww2memorial.org
Blood drives
• The American Red Cross has an urgent need for blood donors as scheduled donations have dropped sharply in recent weeks. The Red Cross urges donors to book an appointment in the coming weeks by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS.
• Community Day Blood Drive: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Aug. 20, 3838 Livernois, Troy. The Troy Chamber of Commerce and Versiti Blood Center of Michigan blood drive. Registration https://cca.troychamber.com
Library events
• Afternoon Book Club: 12:30-2 p.m. second Tuesday of each month. Berkley Public Library, 3155 Coolidge Hwy., Berkley. berkleymi.gov./library. 248-658-3440.
• Free Transportation Program: Library cardholders who are at least 18 years of age and reside in Oakland, Macomb or Wayne County qualify for free round-trip transportation (with a plus one) to cultural destinations, parks and recreation areas through Sept. 30. Venues include the DIA, any of the tri-county Metroparks, Sea Life Michigan Aquarium, the Detroit Historical Museum, the Anton Art Center, Turtle Cove Aquatic Center, Michigan Flight Museum, the Holocaust Memorial Center, Legoland Discovery Center and more. Transportation must be booked at least seven days in advance. A partnership launched between the Michigan Activity Pass, Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency and The Library Network. Call 313-388-9799 and visit miactivitypass.org/transportation for more information.
• Millennial Memoir Book Club: 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 15, Berkley Public Library, 3155 Coolidge Hwy., Berkley. Register, berkleymi.gov./library. 248-658-3440.
• Summer Concert Series – Queens of the Song Age: 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19. Free for all ages, live music and poetry dedicated to women in music. Ferndale Library, 222 E. Nine Mile Road, Ferndale. fadl.org/
• Sustainable Fashion Upcycling Workshop: 6:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 21, Berkley Public Library, 3155 Coolidge Hwy., Berkley. Register, berkleymi.gov./library. 248-658-3440.
• Book Sale: Sept 9-12, White Lake Township Library, 11005 Elizabeth Lake Road, White Lake. Wednesday, Sept 9 is a presale for members and memberships are available at the door. friends@whitelakelibrary.org.
• Treasures in the Trunk Sale: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 20, $20 per parking space, White Lake Township Library, 11005 Elizabeth Lake Road, White Lake. friends@whitelakelibrary.org. Call to reserve your spot at 248-842-5711.
• LWVOA presents – What a primary, and now comes November: 7 p.m. Monday, Aug. 24. David Dulio, Ph.D., Professor of Political Science, Chief Community Engagement Officer, and Director of the Center for Civic Engagement at Oakland University will share insights on the post-primary and upcoming general elections. Bloomfield Twp. Public Library, 1099 Pine Road, Bloomfield Twp. WVOAMi@gmail.com
Health activities
• Bridging the Breastfeeding Gap: 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 17. Keynote speaker, a parent panel, 22 vendors, raffles and giveaways, lunch. Register for a free event, bit.ly/BBG2026. Oakland County Executive Office Building Conference Center, 2100 Pontiac Lake Road, Waterford.
• Cultivating Brain Health through Gardening: 1-2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19, Jewish Family Service, 6555 Maple Road, West Bloomfield. Register for free at jfsdetroit.org/MindU.
• Forest Therapy Series: Dusk to Dark Forest is 6:30-8:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 28. Forest therapy is a slow restorative walk in a natural setting that follows a standard sequence of elements. Nurture your well-being as you experience the physical and mental health benefits of forest bathing, Oak Park Woods. To register, visit OaklandCountyParks.com.
• Yoga in The Park and Sound Healing: Yoga is 9:30 a.m. Wednesdays through Aug. 26. Brandon Twp. Community Park, 1414 N. Hadley Road, Ortonville. Held in the Tree Library along the paved walking path near the gazebo. Yoga is $12 per class. Must preregister online prior to class start time. No on-site registration: brandonrec.recdesk.com/Community
• Caring for someone with dementia: 6:30 p.m, Monday, Aug. 18. Learn about the various types and gain practical tips for approaching the challenges of caring for someone with dementia. Berkley Public Library, 3155 Coolidge Hwy., Berkley. Register at berkleymi.gov./library. 248-658-3440.
• Family Caregiver Support Group: 2:30-3:30 p.m. Aug. 20, 27, Sept. 3, 10, 17, 24. A place to connect, share experiences and help one another through the stresses of caregiving, JFS, 6800 W. Maple Road, West Bloomfield. Register at familycaregiversupport@jfsdetroit.org.
Farmers markets
• Moonlight Market: 4:30-9 p.m. Oct. 9. Vendors, food options, inflatables and yard games. Oakland County Farmers Market, 2350 Pontiac Lake Road, Waterford. Free. oakgov.com/community
• The Birmingham Farmers Market: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sundays, through Oct. 25 at Public Parking Lot 6 at 660 North Old Woodward Avenue in downtown Birmingham. Parking is free on Sundays in public garages and at metered spaces, downtownbirmingham.com/visit/farmers-market.
• Howell’s Sunday Farmers Market: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Sundays, through October in downtown Howell. Produce, baked goods, plants, crafts. facebook.com/howellsundayfarmersmarket/
• Clarkston Area Farmers Market: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays, through Oct. 10 in the front parking lot at the Clarkston Community Education Center, 6558 Waldon Road, Clarkston, clarkstonareafarmersmarket@gmail.com, clarkstonareafarmersmarket.com.
• Clawson Farmers Market: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Aug. 15, at the intersection of 14 Mile & Main Street, downtown Clawson. cityofclawson.com.
• Farmington Farmers and Artisans Market: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays, through Nov. 7, at Walter E. Sundquist Pavilion, 33113 Grand River Ave., at Grove St., farmingtonfarmersmarket.com.
• Fenton Farmers Market: 5-8 p.m. Thursdays, through Sept. 17, in front of the Fenton Community & Cultural Center, 150 S. Leroy St., Fenton, facebook.com/fentonmarket, slpr.net, pets are not allowed in market space.
• Spicer Orchards: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, at 10411 Clyde, Fenton, 810-632-7692, spicerorchards.com.
• Highland Farmers Market: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays, through Oct. 3, at Highland Township Complex, 205 N. John St., Highland, facebook.com/HighlandFarmersMarketMichigan, www.highlandfarmmarket.com.
• Holly Farmers Market: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sundays, through Oct. 25, at Crapo Park, downtown Holly, hollyfarmersmarket.weebly.com, facebook.com/profile.php?id=61568281307212.
• Fogler’s Greenhouse & Farm Market: Open daily, seasonally from spring to late fall, 559 S. Lapeer Road, Lake Orion, and 3979 Rochester Road, Rochester, foglersgreenhouse.com, 248-652-3614.
• Milford Farmers’ Market: 3-7 p.m. Thursdays, through Oct. 8, at East Liberty Street between S. Main St. and Union St., in downtown Milford, fresh produce in season, live music, family activities, milfordfarmersmarket.org.
• Northville Farmers’ Market: 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursdays, through Oct. 29 at 550 W Seven Mile Road, Northville, 248-349-7640, northville.org/farmers-market-vendors.
• Oakland County Farmers Market: 7 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, through December. The market is open year-round on Saturdays, 2350 Pontiac Lake Road, Waterford Twp., email OCmarket@oakgov.com, 248-858-5495, facebook.com/OaklandCountyFarmersMarket.
Oakland County Farmers Market, Sept. 2025. (Peg McNichol/MediaNews Group)
• Oak Park Farmers Market: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursdays, through Nov. 19, next to Oak Park City Hall. 248-691-7555, oakparkmi.gov, www.facebook.com/opfarmersmarket.
• Ortonville Farmers Market: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays, through Sept. 26, downtown Ortonville, Market Info Booth, 476 Mill St., facebook.com/ortonvillefarmersmarket.
• Davis Family Farmers Market: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays, through Oct. 10, at Seymour Lake Township Park, 2795 Seymour Lake Road, Oxford, oxparkrec.org.
• Harvest Time Farm Market: Open daily, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday to Saturday and 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday, at 1125 S Lapeer Road, Oxford, www.facebook.com/harvesttimefarmmarket, harvesttimeoxford.com. Retailer offering fresh produce and locally sourced goods.
• Downtown Rochester Farmers’ Market: 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays, through Oct. 31. The market will be moving back to its original location at the corner of E. Third and Water St., just one block east of Main Street, downtown Rochester. downtownrochestermi.com/farmers-market.
• Royal Oak Farmers Market: 7 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays, year-round, and limited market is open 7 a.m.-1 p.m. Fridays, through November, 316 E. 11 Mile, Royal Oak, 248-246-3276, romi.gov/farmersmarket. Antiques and Collectibles show is 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Sundays.
• South Lyon Farmers and Artisans Market: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays, through October, at the parking lots at Liberty and Lafayette, downtown South Lyon, 248-388-7404, facebook.com/SouthLyonFarmersandArtisansMarket.
• Midweek Markets & Music: Troy Farmers Market to be held, 3-7 p.m. Wednesdays through Sept. 30, and Summer Concerts are 7–8:30 p.m. Wednesdays through Aug. 26, at Jeanne M. Stine Community Park, 241 Town Center Drive, Troy, troymi.gov/farmersmarket, www.facebook.com/TroyFarmMkt, visit the farmers market, then set up lawn chairs and blankets for free concerts from 7–8:30 p.m. at the Troy Community Foundation Performing Arts Stage.
• Walled Lake Market Place: 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Wednesdays, through October, at 1499 E. West Maple, Walled Lake, 248-624-4847, walledlake.us, www.facebook.com/WalledLakeMarketPlace.
• Wolverine Lake Farmers Market: 4-8 p.m. Tuesdays, through Oct. 13, Clara Miller Park, 2500 Benstein Road. Wolverine Lake. Vendor spot available. facebook.com/photo
Note: Events are subject to change; check with venue websites for updates. To submit an event, visit theoaklandpress.com/events and allow two weeks’ notice for scheduled events.
Support resources
• For access to local community services, dial 211 (844-875-9211) or text zip code to 898211, for information and referrals to physical and mental health resources; housing, utility, food, and employment assistance; and suicide and crisis interventions, United Way, https://unitedwaysem.org/get-help.
• The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline provides 24/7 confidential support for people who are suicidal or in emotional distress, or who know someone who is. Calls and text messages to 988 route to a 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline call center, www.fcc.gov/988Lifeline.
• National Domestic Violence Hotline, 800-799-7233, available 24/7.
• Common Ground’s Resource & Crisis Helpline is available 24/7 – call or text 800-231-1127.