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2026 Sonic Lunch Ann Arbor Returns

Each summer the Sonic Lunch series of lunchtime concerts are held on Thursdays. The Bank of Ann Arbor Sonic Lunch Concerts start on June 4th and run through August 27. The concerts are designed to bring together all of Ann Arbor from people on their lunch break to tourists, from senior citizens to children. Sonic Lunch […]

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2026 Ann Arbor Jaycees Carnival - Carousel & giant wheel on midway

Ann Arbor Jaycees Carnival 2026: Rides, Fun & Local Impact

The 2026 Ann Arbor Jaycees Carnival at Pioneer High School opens on Thursday, June 25. It continues through Sunday, June 28 at Pioneer High School. We love the mix of rides and fun the carnival offers. Even better the profits from the Ann Arbor Jaycees Carnival stay local to Ann Arbor. They support the Jaycees

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Ann Arbor 4th of July Parade Celebrates 35th Anniversary

The Ann Arbor 4th of July Parade is back for 2026. As is traditional, the parade is at 10a on July 4th in Downtown Ann Arbor. Ann Arbor July 4 Parade 2026 The Ann Arbor Jaycees 4th of July Parade will follow its mostly traditional route. It will start on State St at William and

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Sparkling Spectacles: Ann Arbor Fireworks in 2026

Are you looking for Ann Arbor Fireworks Displays in 2026? We are still gathering information as displays are announced for 2026. When I moved to Ann Arbor I was surprised to learn that Ann Arbor doesn’t have its own Fireworks display. Plus, many local displays are spread throughout the week before Fourth of July instead

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Wave-filled Delights: Visiting Rolling Hills Water Park

This review of Rolling Hills Water Park is part of our Summer Series: Wednesday Activity Reviews. Rolling Hills hosted us in August 2019 to update our review and we have added 2026 information. The water park has not significantly changed since the 2019 season, so we have not updated the review portion of the article. Our

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5 Tips for Visiting the 2026 Michigan Celtic Festival

The Saline Celtic Festival is an annual tradition – that changed its name to the Michigan Celtic Festival in 2024. It is a celebration of traditional Irish and Celtic culture. In 2023 they moved from Saline’s Mill Pond Park to the Washtenaw Farm Council Fairgrounds and remain at the fairgrounds this year. Have you ever

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Ann Arbor Top of the Park Family Guide - Images clockwise from top left - Inflatable movie screen showing Minions, , Kids Zone tent, Instrument Petting Zoo, Culinary Row Food Tents, Tent setup on Ingalls Mall, Girl eating ice cream in front of Culinary Row

Summer Spectacular: Family Guide to Top of the Park

Get details on all of the great activities happening. as part of the Ann Arbor Summer Festival’s Top of the Park in our Family Guide. Ann Arbor Top of the Park 2026 includes movies, music, kids zone tents, food, Annex activities, retreat fitness classes, and more. Top of the Park 2026 starts on June 12,

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Unlock Adventures: The Secret to Tubing at Argo Cascades

For years I heard about the Argo Cascades for tubing or kayaking but I have to admit I didn’t even know where along the Huron River they were. In 2017, friends took us on our first trip and taught us their secrets to a fun outing. Since then we’ve returned many times. I’ve had other

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Splash the Day Away at an Ann Arbor Water Park

Your water-loving, adventure seeking kids will have a blast at these Ann Arbor Water Parks. These parks feature large water slides, spray playgrounds, lazy rivers, wave pools, and so much more. Outdoor Water Parks Outdoor water parks operate seasonally – typically Memorial Day to Labor Day. These are a great way to spend a summer

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Places to Get Wet Near Ann Arbor

Places to Get Wet Near Ann Arbor

One of my daughter’s favorite parts of summer is the water – whether it’s swimming, water slides, splash parks, or just getting wet. Check out these Ann Arbor area Pools, Water Parks, and Splash Pads. Fortunately, there are a number of Ann Arbor Swimming Pools and more for kids to get wet and cool off

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