There is so much going on in Detroit this week, so many festivals and fireworks to choose from. I’m excited to celebrate Fourth of July in the States with my husband for the first time. It’s kind of funny though; we’re celebrating independence from his country.
I remember my first Fourth of July in the UK. I begged my husband to let me have a traditional American BBQ. His friends and family were very sweet, no one complained about the irony. Our neighbor let us borrow his American flag, he is a big fan of the States, and other friends brought various American paraphernalia. I wore my “Everybody loves an American Girl” t-shirt. I even decorated one of the cakes with the St. George's Cross, which is the English flag, to appease the masses and show my appreciation.
So, I’m looking forward to this week. Now, it’s just going to be hard to decided which festivals and fireworks to catch.
Here's a smattering of a few of the festivals going on in Metro Detroit this week:
- Comerica Cityfest is Michigan's largest neighborhood festival; July 1-5.
- The Henry Ford presents Salute to America at Greenfield Village; July 1-4.
- Ann Arbor Summer Festival; through July 5.
- Fenton Freedom Festival; July 2-4.
- Annual Beach Bash at Camp Dearborn in Milford, July 4th.
- Westland Summer Festival, July 1-5.
Oh, what about the fireworks? Michigan Fireworks is currently listing 401 firework displays throughout Michigan. Just put in your city or a date and it'll give you the details.
So, how are you going to celebrate Independence Day? (I appologize to my UK and other global readers, I know you won't be celebrating!) If I've left off one of your favorite festivals that is happening this week, let me know.