Festival season is officially back — and Metro Detroit is ready to celebrate! From the smell of fresh elephant ears to the sound of live music filling the air, there’s no better way to enjoy the sunshine than by heading out to a local fair or festival. Whether you’re looking for family-friendly fun, cultural experiences, or just a reason to be outside, May is packed with events you won’t want to miss. Check out 16 of the best festivals and fairs happening across Metro Detroit this month and start planning your weekends now!
- Water Circus @ Briarwood Mall (Ann Arbor): May 16th – 18th
- Founders Day Highland Township: May 17th
- Farm Fest @ Maybury Farm: May 17th
- Oak In The Hills (Rochester Hills): May 17th
- Spring Festival @ Wolcott Mill Farm Center (Ray): May 17th
- Livingston Fireworks & Craft Show @ 242 Brighton: May 17th
- Art & Flower Fair (Lake Orion): May 17 & 18
- Livonia Rotary Carnival: May 19th – June 8th
- Madison Family Spring Carnival: May 23rd – 26th
- Balloons Over Bavarian Inn: May 23rd – 26th
- Hazel Park Homecoming Festival: May 23rd – 26th
- Milan Fair: May 29th – 31st (Fireworks)
- Highland Spring Fling: May 29th – June 1st
- Birmingham Village Fair: May 29th – June 1st
- Centerline Independence Festival: May 30th – June 1st
- Grosse Ile Islandfest: May 30th – June 1st
- Bark On Biddle (Wyandotte): May 30th – June 1st
- Water Lantern Festival (Ann Arbor): May 31st
Don’t miss the Grand Rapids Lantern Festival happening at John Ball Zoo Wednesday – Sunday through June 15th.
Photo Credit: Birmingham Village Fair, Facebook
