Metro Detroit Events and Things to Do in June, 2009

When: Every Thursday, Friday and Saturday in June
Where: Several locations off of Woodward Avenue by Wayne State University

The 22nd annual Festival of the Arts goes a new direction in 2009. While it will still showcase musicians, dancers and visual artists from around the world, it will have a new moniker (Midsummer Nights in Midtown) and will cover all the weekends in June.

When: 6/7/09
Where: Ferndale

Motor City Pride is an event celebrating the Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender lifestyle. In addition to a "Pride Idol" competition, the event holds a family picnic, film night and two stages of music.

Where: 6/11/09 through 6/14/09
Where: Heritage Park, Frankenmuth

In its 51st year, the Bavarian Festival is one of Michigan's top five festivals (at least according to AAA). It's a weekend of parades, German music, carnival rides and dancers. Of course, there is also food and drink, including German dishes and every kind of beer imaginable.

When: 6/13/09
Where: Windsor (and Downtown Detroit) Riverfront

The Windsor Series is only one of six Red-Bull races scheduled worldwide in 2009. The race features pilots that compete in the areas of "speed, precision and skill" through an obstacle course that includes specially-designed air pylons.

When: 6/19/09 through 6/21/09
Where: Detroit Riverfront, Downtown

If you haven't already explored Detroit's RiverWalk, River Days will give you the excuse to check it out. The three-day event includes a parade of sailboats and powerboats decorated in lights, musical performances, a dock-jumping competition and a historic tall ship. There will also be loads of food.

When: Throughout June and July
Where: Throughout the Metro-Detroit area

Nothing celebrates summer like a symphony of explosive lights, colored flames, stars, crackles and pops as orchestrated by a professional. The most heralded fireworks display in the Metro-Detroit area is the Target Fireworks scheduled for Wednesday, June 24th, but there are plenty of others.

When: 6/19/09 through 6/21/09
Where: Various Locations Throughout Belleville

The brainchild of local strawberry farmers, the festival is now in its 34th year. It not only provides entertainment and attractions and all-manner-of-delicious strawberry treats, but the festival helps raise funds for over 40 nonprofit organizations.

When: One weekend each month, including 6/20/09 through 6/21/09
Where: Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds, Saline Road, Ann Arbor

The antiques and collectibles available at the Ann Arbor Antiques Market range from Early American to Art Deco.