DETROIT (WXYZ) — Just like that, the fall festivities have arrived, but there are still some summer events happening around metro Detroit.
This weekend, you can treat yourself to apples, cider and doughnuts or you can enjoy barbecue, music and culture during festivals this weekend.
Here are seven things to do in the D:
- Friday 2 p.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Rochester Municipal Park at 400 6th Street in Rochester
- If you're in the mood for apples, the Art & Apples Festival is back. More than 200 fine art exhibitors, food vendors, stage entertainment, art demonstrations and art activity stations are bringing the fall fun to Rochester.
Detroit Vegan and Detroit Foodie Fair
- Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Eastern Market Shed 5
- Food is taking over Eastern Market. Detroit Vegan and the Detroit Foodie Fair are both happening Sunday at Shed 5.
- Saturday and Sunday 10 p.m. to 5 p.m.
- Canterbury Village behind the Canterbury Castle at 2325 Joslyn Road in Lake Orion
- You can indulge in the apple spirit and celebrate all things Michigan at the Michigan Donut & Cider Fest. There's more than just cider and freshly baked doughnuts: a petting zoo, kid zone and live music will keep the whole family entertained.
- Friday 5 p.m. until midnight and Saturday 11 a.m. to midnight
- 12 Mile Road in downtown Berkley
- If you're looking to add some culture to your weekend, look no further than Berkley and the Oakland County Irish Fest. You can start the fun early with Scottish Night on Friday. During the festival on Saturday, there will be Irish music and dancing and a variety of craftsmen selling their wares.
- Saturday noon to 9 p.m. and Sunday noon to 7 p.m.
- Campus Martius Park at 800 Woodward Avenue in Detroit
- Culture is being celebrated at Campus Martius Park during Parktoberfest. The German-themed festival will have live music, food trucks, traditional Oktoberfest games and beer. Kids can make ice cream floats. And you could be lucky and randomly receive a $5 lottery ticket from the Michigan Lottery.
Richmond Good Old Days Festival
- Thursday 6 p.m. to dusk, Friday 1 p.m. to dusk, Saturday 10 a.m. to dusk and Sunday 8 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
- 69500 Beebe Street in Richmond
- If you're still holding on to summer, you can head over to the Richmond Good Old Days Festival starting Thursday. A full schedule of events includes a carnival, motor sports, kids activities and food. There’s also a fireworks show Saturday night and a parade on Sunday.
Smokin' Jazz & Barbecue Blues Festival
- Friday and Saturday 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
- Mt. Brighton Ski Resort at 4141 Bauer Road in Brighton
- Summer fun continues in Brighton with good smells and sounds during the Brighton Smokin' Jazz & Barbecue Blues Festival. From ribs to beef brisket to sweet treats, there are many options when it comes to food. This year, the barbecue will be smoking at Mt. Brighton. There will be four bands playing both nights.
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