April 12, 2026 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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FestiFools

Now in its 20th year, this popular gigantic public art parade up and down Main St. features magnificent, huge, bizarre papier-mâché puppets that range from animals and fantastical creatures to local and national celebrities. This year’s theme, “Back to the FOOLture,” features retro- and futuristic-themed puppets made by U-M students and community volunteers. With appearances by The Detroit Party Marching Band collective and The Buckettes, a ragtag group that plays on buckets and other nontraditional instruments. Anyone in costume invited to join the parade. 4–5 p.m., Main between William and Washington. Free. bit.ly/festifools2026 or lsa.umich.edu/lswa/current-students/festifools.

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