The conversations are the same every year regarding the Woodward Dream Cruise, people either love it or hate it. I have friends that make a point to go out of town every year during the Cruise. I also have friends who throw parties celebrating the classic car mayhem of the Woodward corridor.
Me? I love it. The people watching is fantastic, it brings new visitors and money to the area, and the cars are pretty cool. That said, I also live 3 miles west of Woodward and the traffic has never really affected me.
I’m going to miss the Dream Cruise this year as I am trekking up north to the Traverse City Wine & Art Festival. I’m SO excited to get out of town and explore Traverse City but part of me is sad that I won’t be here this weekend. Don’t worry, I’ll get over it.
Weekend Roundup
1. Woodward Dream Cruise - Classic cars from hot rods to muscle cars will be cruising up and down the Woodward corridor. Tons of events in the 8 communties it passes through. August 21st.
2. Michigan Renaissance Festival - The annual festival that celebrates medieval times, jousting, and meat-on-a-stick kicks off this weekend. Special events for this weekend include beer tasting, a pig roast, and Knights on Bikes (show your motorcycle license & recieve BOGOF admission). August 21-October 3.
3. F****** Awesome Fest - 50 bands will take over The Majestic and perform on 3 stages over 4 days. Pace yourself! August 19-22.
4. Pedal Cruise Bicycle Ride - Prefer bikes over cars? See Detroit on two wheels on this bike ride from the Riverfront to 8 Mile Road. August 21.
5. African World Festival - African and African American music, culture, food and crafts will be on display in Hart Plaza. Featured performers include "The Great Lady of Soul," Bettye Levette. August 20-22.
6. Motor City Tap Fest - Dancers will be tap, tap, tapping away all weekend! The All-Star Faculty Concert at Orchestra Hall features leading tap performers and special guests. August 19-22.
Also, Troy Restaurant Week runs August 22-27. Make your reservations now!
Do you know of a great event going on in Metro Detroit this weekend? Add it to the comments and share it with us!