Entertainment
Whatever your taste in performing arts, somewhere in Ann Arbor, on almost any night, you can find something to entertain and surprise you.
Visitor Information
Welcome to the Ann Arbor-Ypsilanti area! Whether you are in town for business, vacation, or visiting friends or family, or attending one of our many festivals, fairs, or sporting events, we hope you have an enjoyable visit.
You will find a vast assortment of things to do in the area. Over 300 restaurants are here–from the state’s finest dining to late-night coney islands, from Middle Eastern to Asian. There is a wealth of shopping, first-rate museums, galleries, theaters, and clubs offering everything from classical music to plays to rock bands. Outdoor enthusiasts can take part in all kinds of sports and recreational activities in our beautiful parks. Sports lovers will find top-quality teams and exciting action at both the University of Michigan and Eastern Michigan University.
Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti also host fascinating special events throughout the year. Every summer, visitors from around Michigan and beyond flock to the Ann Arbor Art Fair and Summer Festival, while the Ypsilanti Heritage Festival and Michigan Elvisfest draw crowds to downtown Ypsilanti and Depot Town.
Enjoy your stay, and please visit us again soon!
A2ZERO Week
(734) 794–6430, ext. 43725
Celebrates the anniversary of A2ZERO, the City of Ann Arbor’s plan to achieve a just transition to community-wide carbon neutrality by 2030, with events throughout the week, including classes, open houses, and celebrations. June 1–7, 2024. sustainability@a2gov.org, a2gov.org/a2zeroweek V
AACME: Ann Arbor Creativity and Making Expo
343 S. Fifth Ave. (Downtown Library)
Free family-friendly showcase of local invention, creativity, and resourcefulness. Exhibits include robotics, radio, rocketry, machines, tools, STEAM & STEM projects, whimsical creations, participatory activities, and more. May 2024; see website for exact dates. aadl.org/aacme V
Academy of Early Music
PO Box 7694, AA 48107
(734) 228–4338
Full concert season celebrating music from the Middle Ages to the Classical Era, featuring period-instrument ensembles from around the world. Performs in churches throughout Southeast Michigan. Also, lectures and outreach events with series artists. info@academyofearlymusic.org, academyofearlymusic.org
Ann Arbor African American Festival
N. Fourth Ave. & E. Ann
(734) 858–9121
Crafts, merchandise, food, and kids activities. Musical, theatrical, and dance performances, and craft vendors. June 8, 2024, 9 a.m.–8 p.m.; always held the first Sat. in June. a2eventscoalition@gmail.com, a2festival.org
Ann Arbor Antiquarian Book Fair
530 S. State (Michigan Union ballroom)
Jay Platt, (734) 995–1891
30 antiquarian book dealers sell 1st editions, old and collectible books, children’s books, Americana, prints, and more. Sun. Oct. 1, 2023. jplatt@provide.net, annarborbookfair.com
Ann Arbor Art Fair
Three concurrent, independently juried art fairs. Together, these nonprofit fairs are made up of almost 1,000 artists and include entertainment stages, artist demonstrations, art activities, and food & drink vendors. The Ann Arbor Street Art Fair, The Original (734–994–5260, artfair.org), is on Ingalls Mall, North University, and E. Washington. Ann Arbor’s State Street Art Fair (734–646–1500, statestreetdistrict.org) is in the shopping district around State and Liberty. The Ann Arbor Summer Art Fair (734–662–3382, statestreetdistrict.org) has a downtown section on Main and Liberty and campus sections on S. State and South University. Always held during the third week of July. Art Fair dates and times: July 18–20, 2024, Thurs. & Fri. 10 a.m.–9 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.–8 p.m. V
Ann Arbor Civic Band
1300 Baldwin (Burns Park)
Gail Ferguson Stout, president, (734) 260–9828
Community band performs free concerts Wed. at 7:30 p.m. in June and July at Burns Park. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. annarborcivicband@gmail.com, annarborcivicband.org
Ann Arbor Civic Theatre
322 W. Ann
(734) 971–2228
Community theater group with a focus on welcoming all members of the community to participate. Season of shows including musicals and plays from Broadway and off-Broadway, intimate studio productions, and children’s theater. Educational opportunities for all ages, including children’s camps and workshops on acting, improvisation, playwriting, and production. manager@a2ct.org, a2ct.org V
