There are so many opportunities to celebrate the 4th of July in our area! Looking for fireworks and other community celebrations? Check out our updated list of local happenings around the Ann Arbor/Detroit area. WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI — There are plenty of Fourth of July activities around Ann Arbor. Residents can celebrate Independence Day with parades, runs, fireworks and other events for kids. Get ready for an unforgettable Fourth of July experience right in the heart of downtown Ann Arbor! Join us for the city's annual Independence Day celebration, hosted by the Ann Arbor Jaycees, where the streets come alive with excitement, community spirit, and fun for all ages. July 4th from 10am to 12pm Jaycees will be hosting the 35th annual Independence day parade in Ann Arbor. Local businesses, marching bands, dance troupes, sports teams, schools, and civic groups will march to show their community pride. Line up will be on N. University Ave. July 3 Enjoy fireworks in Whitmore Lake. FREE. Make a “Michigan Cooler” with Vernor’s or Faygo and Hudsonville vanilla ice cream. July 4 Happy Fourth! Enjoy some fun in one of these cities: Ann Arbor for the annual Jaycees parade at 10 a.m. Brighton: Parade at 10 a.m. Clawson: Parade at 9 a.m. and fireworks around 10 p.m. Fowlerville: 7 p.m. parade followed by fireworks Milford: Parade No matter the season, Ann Arbor celebrates life and culture with a wide array of world-class events. Art, theater, athletics, music, history, and more—indulge all of your passions through our eclectic mix of small-town charm and energizing city life. Plans are now set for a parade, spray park and 5K to celebrate the Fourth of July in Ann Arbor, as well as a summer carnival in June. Fourth of July fireworks display at Robin Hills Farm in Chelsea, MI. Family fun-filled day on our 129 acre property. Ann Arbor Civic band, food trucks, drinks, games, kid zone, and more! • 4th of July Carnival at Sunrise Senior Living, 1901 Plymouth Road, Ann Arbor. Noon - 3 p.m., Friday. The residents of Sunrise at North Ann Arbor are holding a carnival, free for anyone who wants to come celebrate the holiday with residents at Sunrise. The carnival will have games, prizes, food, and entertainment. WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI — There are plenty of Fourth of July activities around Ann Arbor. Residents can celebrate Independence Day with parades, runs, fireworks and other events for kids. City of Ann Arbor municipal offices, including the customer service center at Larcom City Hall and the 15th Judicial District Court at the Ann Arbor Justice Center, will be closed in observance of the Independence Day holiday on Friday, July 4, 2025. In addition, curbside trash, recycling and compost pickup services will be delayed by one day. In 1993, the City of Ann Arbor approached the Jaycees and asked them to take over the planning of the Annual 4th of July Parade, which was just in its third year. July 4 firework. 8. July. 9. Veterans. 10. Music concerts. 11. Classic car show. 12. Summer youth football camps. Explore 4th of July Weekend 2025 events & things to do in Ann Arbor. Spend the Independence day with family with Fourth of July Parade in Ann Arbor. Here is list of 4th July events and parties you can attend near Ann Arbor. The Ann Arbor Jaycees are hosting their 35th annual Fourth of July Parade starting at 10 a.m. on July 4. There will be floats, costumed characters and various school groups heading through downtown. Discover 35+ spectacular 4th of July events across Michigan in 2025! From the world-famous Ford Fireworks over the Detroit River to charming celebrations on Mackinac Island, explore Independence Day festivities spanning Lake Michigan shores to Grand Traverse Bay. FREE events and premium experiences included. The extended 4th of July celebration in Ann Arbor and its metropolitan area offers all kinds of entertainment. Patriotic folks can celebrate Independence with a city center parade, concerts, and fireworks displays. Join for a star-spangled celebration at the annual Family Fourth of July Parade! Bring the whole family—kids, parents, and even pets—for a festive morning full of red, white, and blue. Enjoy decorated bikes, wagons, and floats, plus live music, local performers, and patriotic treats. Whether you’re marching or cheering from the sidelines, this community tradition promises fun for all There are several great Ann Arbor Fourth of July celebrations. Don't miss the fireworks, concerts, and parades that start in late June. Here are 8 things to do around Metro Detroit this Fourth of July weekend Clawson Fourth of July at Clawson Park Summertime fun is on deck in Clawson Thursday and Friday with a carnival with games
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