Festivals and events are wonderful ways to gather, celebrate, and mingle in the community.  Frog Island and Riverside Park are home to many spring, summer and fall festivals and events in Ypsilanti.  Scroll down this page to check out some of the happenings in the parks!


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Event Dates:
Ypsilanti Jaycees' 10th Annual Easter Egg Hunt and Marshmallow Drop

Saturday, 27 March 2010, 9:00am - 12:00pm Frog Island Park,Ypsilanti

Bring your children to the Frog Island Park, Saturday, March 27, 9:00 a.m.  The Easter Bunny will be available for pictures.  Capture the marshmallows droped from a helicopter to return for prizes. 

Website:www.ypsilantijaycees.com

Contact D-Real Graham, dgraham3@wccnet.edu or 734-417-4143

Depot Town Farmers' Market, Ypsilanti

From Friday, 09 April 2010 -  8:00am
To Saturday, 30 October 2010 - 3:00pm

Depot Town's Farmers' market.  Offering seasonal fresh fruits, produce, plants, meats, baked goods and craft items.
Saturdays 8am to 3pm, starting May 8th, 2010.  

Show N' Shine Car Show, Ypsilanti Area Street Rods

Sunday, 02 May 2010, 9:00am - 5:00pm

Over 400 cars--antique, custom and hot rod--are on display in Ypsilanti's Riverside Park. Kick-off party, Saturday, May 1 in Depot Town. Sunday, May 2 the gates open for registration at 9:00 a.m. This show appeals to all levels from the novice to the serious auto buff.

Motorcycle Mania, Ypsilanti

From Monday, 03 May 2010
To Monday, 27 September 2010

Tuesdays, May thru September 2010, in Depot Town, Ypsilanti.  Come and join in the fun with other motorcycle riders.
Website: www.bikenightusa.com

Cruise Nights , Cross St., Ypsilanti

From Thursday, 06 May 2010
To Thursday, 30 September 2010

Vintage cars and thier owners congregate on Cross St in Depot Town Thursday beginning at 6:00 p.m. til sundown. If you enjoy viewing these classics and talking to car enthusiasts, this is the place to go. Free and open to the public.

Website:www.ladyfrench@aol.com

Email: ladyfrench@aol.com

hudsondealer@ypsiautoheritage.org

Fashion On Location, Cross St., Ypsilanti

Sunday, 16 May 2010, 10:00am - 5:00pm

This one-day workshop will cover techniques used to create fashion photographs similar to those found in magazines such as Vogue, Elle, Glamour, etc.  Depot Town has a  number of antique shops, and local cafes, plus a train station, complete with a caboose, that make it wonderfully rich for shooting backgrounds.  You will learn to use reflectors, syncro-sunlight fill flass, and many other techniques.  35mm medium format or digital camera are welcome.  10-5pm

Ypsilanti's annual Memorial Day Parade

Tuesday, 25 May 2010, 9:00am

Ypsilanti's annual Memorial Day Parade, May 25  begins at 9:00 a.m. Featuring local school bands, govenment dignataries the parade honors our current and previous service men and women. The route begins on North Huron Street, to East Cross Street and ends at Highland Cemetary on River St.

Ypsilanti Symphony Pops Concert, "Afternoon at the Drive-in", Riveside Park, Ypsilanti

Saturday, 29 May 2010, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

An afternoon of live music performed in Riverside Park. Sponsored by Target, this concert will feature film favorites and appeal to all ages. Tickets: Adults-$10.00; Seniors, Students w/ID and Children under 12-$5. (WCC students free w/ID). Saturday, May 29. 2:00 p.m. at Riverside Park (rain date, 5/30/10).

14th Annual Orphan Car Show

Sunday, 06 June 2010, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Attracting nearly 400 vehicles, this unique show features cars no longer produced and offers a perspective on the historical, the original and the quirky automotive designs developed in the past.  Learn about these vehicles and their history.  The event is free and open to the public.  June 6, Riverside Park, Ypsilanti.

Website:www.ypsiautoheritage.org

Email: www.ypsiautoheritage.org

Michigan ElvisFest, Ypsilanti

From Friday, 09 July 2010 -  4:00pm
To Saturday, 10 July 2010 - 11:59pm

Elvis fans young and old will enjoy the talented National Elvis Tribute Artists' performers, while strolling or sitting in shady Riverside Park, Ypsilanti.  A family event, the Fest features a children's area with clowns and crafts, a car show and many vendors.

Website: www.mielvisfest.org

Email: mdecker@ypsilanti.org

Ypsilanti BeerFest

From Friday, 23 July 2010 -  1:00pm
To Saturday, 24 July 2010 - 10:00pm

Michigan Brewers' Association product will be available for your tasting enjoyment.  Sample the variety of beers offered by state brewers.  Depot Town, Ypsilanti.

Website:http://www.michiganbrewersguild.org/festinfo.asp

Michigan Roots Jamboree
August 6-7, 2010

In its second year, the Michigan Roots Jamboree hopes to swell in size and fun! This event will be held in Riverside Park in HIstoric Depot Town, Ypsilanti. This is a family friendly event featuring live music, camping, a children's tent, locally sourced food and beer, and 30 artisans filling arts and craft booths.

Website:Michigan Roots Jamboree

From Friday, 20 August 2010 -  12:00pm
To Sunday, 22 August 2010 - 7:00pm

Kicked off by the festival parade, families of all ages will enjoy the many historic displays, unique crafts, food booths and other attrractions.  Located in historic Depot Town's Riverside Park.  An Ypsilanti tradition.
Friday and Saturday, noon-9:00 p.m., Sunday, 11:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.

Website:www.ypsilantiheritagefestival.com

Email: www.ypsilantiheritagefestival.com

Annual Fire Truck Muster, Ypsilanti

Saturday, 28 August 2010, 12:00pm - 5:00pm

Fire trucks from all eras will collect in Riverside Park for families to examine.  This event is free and open to the public.

Website:www.ypsicars.com

Email: www.ypsicars.com/firetruck