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Ann Arbor is a picture postcard city with a rich history. It is also a city that is eternally young at heart. Ann Arbor has been home to the University of Michigan, one of the country's most prestigious public universities, since 1837. As a college town, it combines the best of both worlds. The traditions and intellectual pursuits of academia blend seamlessly with cultural activities, athletic events, music venues, and family fun.

Ann Arbor is located in southeast Michigan, just 45 miles west of Detroit and 35 miles north of the Ohio border. At any time of the year, there are events that will help to make your visit complete. An array of performances, festivals and activities (both outdoor and indoor) are part of what makes Washtenaw County a family friendly place.

Downtown Ann Arbor's twelve blocks of colorfully painted shops and cozy sidewalk cafes attest to its vitality and youthful spirit. Of course, over forty bookstores are nestled among the various shopping regions.

Shopping in Ann Arbor is a delight. Highlights include: the Ann Arbor Farmers' Market with fresh produce, baked goods, and an Artisan's market selling handcrafted items, furniture, clothing, and pottery; the Main Street restaurant and gallery area; the Nickel Arcade's assortment of quaint shops; and the bustling State Street area that connects town and campus.

Dine at any one of the fine restaurants and spend the evening listening to jazz or laughing with one of the nation's top comedians. State Street is the "entertainment capital" of Ann Arbor, with most of the big performance venues, as well as two movie theaters. Music is everywhere in Ann Arbor. The music scene has enjoyed a national reputation ever since the Stooges, MC5 and Bob Seger made their names there. There is, in fact, music to suit every taste. Symphony orchestras such as the Philadelphia and Berlin Philharmonics, and the Cleveland and Leipzig Orchestras; internationally acclaimed performers including Wynton Marsalis, Dame Kiri Te Kanawa, Jessye Norman, Yo Yo Ma, kd lang, and BB King; and the renowned dance companies of the Joffrey Ballet and Alvin Ailey, are all regular visitors to Ann Arbor.

Annual festivals include the Ann Arbor Folk Festival in January, the Ann Arbor Pow Wow in March, Springfest chamber music Festival in May, the Ypsilanti Frog Island Festival in June, and the fantastic Ann Arbor Art Fairs in July
. Ann Arbor's gigantic annual art festival actually consists of four separate fairs that occupy the city, drawing more than 1,000 artists and close to half a million visitors to downtown and the campus area over a four day period in July. Free concerts are featured, and hundreds of vendors offer their wares for sale. The Blues and Jazz festival in downtown Ann Arbor is a fall highlight.

With 23 courses, 387 holes and 135,369 yards of great golf to play in Ann Arbor, golfers have the perfect opportunity to enjoy the superb Michigan scenery while shooting for that birdie. Hiking, horseback riding, and cycling can be enjoyed in season. Fishing and canoeing are great on the Huron River. In the winter, there is cross country skiing, snowboarding, downhill skiing, and Alpine racing at Huron Hills. "Go Wolverines! Go Blue!" is the rallying cry of faithful fans of varsity baseball, football, and basketball as the University of Michigan teams compete.

A drive through the countryside will lead to Ann Arbor's neighbors: the small towns of Chelsea, Dexter, Manchester, Saline, and Milan. In Chelsea, the first prepared baking mix, Jiffy Mix, was manufactured. Currently, it is the home of The Purple Rose Theater, a popular regional playhouse founded by Jeff Daniels. Adjoining Ann Arbor is the picturesque, smaller college town of Ypsilanti, home of the original Dominos Pizza, the Chevrolet Corvair, and at present, a world-renowned antique auto show.

Ann Arbor (also known locally as A²) awaits your arrival and provides opportunities for a memorable visit to the place most often voted the Best College Town.

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Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum

220 E. Ann St., Ann Arbor

734-995-KIDS (5437).
Admission Charged

The museum, housed in a century-old firehouse, features over 250 interactive science and technology exhibits that appeal to both children and parents.

Mon-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun noon-5pm.

Artrain

1100 N. Main St.

Ann Arbor

734-747-8300
Artrain is the nation's only traveling art museum on a train and brings enjoyment, understanding, and awareness of visual art and other cultural exhibitions to diverse audiences.

Dates vary so call to find out when Artrain is in town.

Bixby Marionette Exhibit

141 E. Michigan Ave. (Saline Culture and Commerce Center)

Saline

734-429-4494

Admission Charged
Permanent exhibit of marionettes handcrafted by longtime Saline resident Mr. Meredith Bixby, whose company of puppeteers performed nationwide between the 1930s and 1980s.

Call for exact times

Cobblestone Farm

2781 Packard Rd.

Ann Arbor

734-994-2928

Admission Charged
Being restored and interpreted to reflect its mid-19th-century appearance, the museum provides a view of past rural life in Washtenaw County.

Call for exact times

David R. Byrd Center

3261 Lohr Rd.

Ann Arbor

734-761-1746.

Admission Free
A restoration expert, Mr. Byrd was a charter member of the faculty at Washtenaw Community College and a renowned entrepreneur.

Open by appointment only.

Dexter Area Historical Museum

3443 Inverness St.

Dexter

734-426-2519
Admission Charged
The museum, located in the former St. Andrew's United Church of Christ, built in 1883, houses displays, a genealogical library, local history library, and gift shop.

Call for exact times

Gerald E. Eddy Discovery Center

16345 McClure Rd.

Chelsea

734-475-3170

Admission Charged, park permit required
Geological samples from Michigan and the Midwest. Demonstrations, classes. Part of the Waterloo Recreation Area.

Gerald R. Ford Library

1000 Beal Ave.

Ann Arbor

734-741-2218

Admission Required
The public is welcome to examine the original files of President Ford, his White House staff, and other government officials from the 1970s.

Open Mon-Fri 8:45am-4:45pm.

Historic Hack House Museum

775 County St.

Milan

734-439-7522

Admission Charged
1888 Queen Anne-style Hack House Museum features artifacts of Milan and 19th- and early 20th-century America.

Hours by appointment.

Kempf House Center for Local History

312 S. Division St.

Ann Arbor

734-994-4898

Admission Charged

Kempf House is an 1853 Greek Revival House Museum interpreting Ann Arbor history and Victorian lifestyles from circa 1850 to 1910.

Weekend and group tours by arrangement.

Michigan Antique Equipment Preservation Group Museum

110 W. Cross St.

Ypsilanti

734-547-0663

Admission Charged

Mon-Thur 9am-noon, first & second Sun 2pm-5pm, and by appointment
Located in Ypsilanti's former Fire Hall, this museum displays fire memorabilia and antique and restored fire engines.

Rentschler Farm Museum

1265 E. Michigan Ave., Saline

734-429-4494

Admission Charged

Open Sat, May to early Oct, 11am-3pm. Closed holiday weekends.
Tour Emanuel Rentschler's farm, purchased in 1904 at auction. See everything from the house and outbuildings to machines and tools. Children can enjoy the animals and help with harvesting the garden vegetables.

RM Classic Cars

5 W. Forest St.,

Ypsilanti

734-547-2400

Admission Free
North America's leading dealer in fine classic automobiles. Showroom display features 50s and 60s collectible autos, muscle cars, and true classics from the pre-World War II era. Inquiries about restoration services welcome.

Call for hours of operation

Saline Depot Museum

402 N. Ann Arbor St.,

Saline

734-429-4494

Admission Charged
Railroads were fast and dependable. They carried produce, livestock, mail, and passengers, and they brought prosperity to towns along the tracks. This museum tells the story of the role the railroad played in allowing Saline to prosper.

Open Sat. except holiday weekends, 11am-3pm.

U of M Bentley Historical Library

1150 Beal Ave.

Ann Arbor

734-764-3482

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm. Sat, Sept-April, 9am-12:30pm.

Admission Free
Research facility on U of M's North Campus contains the Michigan Historical Collections, as well as U of M's archives.

U of M Clements Library

909 S. University Ave., Ann Arbor

734-764-2347
Admission Free

Exhibits open weekdays 1-4:45pm, Reading Room open 9-11:45am, 1-4:45pm.
Displays include manuscripts and many primary sources for early American history, dating from 1492 to the end of the 19th century.

U of M Exhibit Museum of Natural History and Planetarium

1109 Geddes Ave.

Ann Arbor

734-763-6085
Admission Charged.

Mon-Sat 9am-5pm, Sun noon-5pm.

This museum on the U of M campus houses the state's largest collection of dinosaur skeletons. Displays explore our natural history with special attention to Michigan's prehistoric past. The planetarium has a 360-degree domed screen that surrounds the audience. Several stargazing shows on the weekends.

U of M Kelsey Museum of Archaeology

434 S. State St.

Ann Arbor

734-764-9304
Admission Charged

Open Tues-Fri 9am- 4pm, Sat and Sun 1-4pm.

This historic building houses nearly 100,000 artifacts from ancient Egypt, the Middle East, Greece, and Rome.

U of M Museum of Art

525 S. State St.

Ann Arbor

734-764-0395
Admission Charged

Tues-Sat 10am-5pm, Thur 10am-9pm, Sun noon-5pm.

Contains nearly 14,000 works of art from throughout the world. Highlights include paintings by Picasso, Whistler, and Monet; photography by Ansel Adams, and a world-class collection of Asian art and antiquities.

U of M Sindecuse Museum of Dentistry

1011 N. University Ave

Ann Arbor

734-763-0767
Admission Charged

Hours are 8am-6pm daily. Closed most major holidays.

Housed within the University of Michigan School of Dentistry, this is one of only a handful of museums throughout the world devoted to preserving the history of the dental profession. There are over 6,000 items in the collection representing the dental technology from the late 1700s through the 1960s.

U of M Stearns Musical Collection

1100 Baits Dr., Ann Arbor

734-763-4389
Admission Charged

Call for hours of operation
More than 2,000 musical instruments have been acquired since Frederick Stearns donated the original collection in 1899, making this one of the largest, most distinctive collections from around the world.

U of M Towsley Sports Museum

Schembechler Hall, 1000 S. State St., Ann Arbor

734-647-2583

Admission Charged

Mon-Fri 11am-4pm.
Captures the tradition and spirit of over 100 years of athletic competition at the U of M with exhibits of Michigan athletes as part of the Rose Bowl, Big Ten Championship competitions, and U.S. Olympic teams.

Washtenaw County Historical Society Museum on Main Street

500 N. Main St., Ann Arbor

734-662-9092
Admission Charged

Wed, Sat, Sun, noon-4pm and by appointment.
The Museum on Main Street (MOMS), in a restored 1839 house, tells the history of Washtenaw County from the Indians and first settlers to the present through changing exhibits from the vast collections of the Washtenaw County Historical Society.

Waterloo Historical Society Farm Museum

9998 Waterloo-Munith Rd.

Chelsea

517- 596-2254

Admission Charged

Wed-Sun 1-5pm.
Depicting life in early settlement times, this museum transports you back to rural farm life.

Yankee Air Museum

Willow Run Airport, I-94 Exit 190 N (Belleville Rd.)

Ypsilanti

Wed-Sun 1-5pm.

734-483-4030
Admission Charged

Southeastern Michigan aviation history is on display in a historic hangar that played a major role in producing the famous B-24 bombers during World War II.

Ypsilanti Automotive Heritage Collection & Miller Motors Hudson

100 E. Cross St.

Ypsilanti

734-482-5200
Admission Charged

Mon-Fri 1:30-5:30pm, Sat 9am-5pm, Sun noon-5pm.

Features automobiles and parts suppliers that were Ypsilanti products. Learn about the role Ypsilanti and its pioneers played in the history of the automobile. See actual vehicles of a bygone era; study the signs and records of early area auto dealers.

Ypsilanti Historical Museum

220 N. Huron St.

Ypsilanti

734-482-4990

Admission Charged

Open Thur, Sat, Sun 2pm-4pm. Archives Mon, Wed, Fri 9am-noon.
Elegant 1860 brick mansion with several exhibit rooms furnished in true Victorian style from 19th-century Ypsilanti.

Nearby Attractions:

Birch Run Outlet Shops

Exit 136 off I-75

517- 624-9193

Admission Free
Over 175 outlet shops; fast food and sit-down restaurants; wilderness animal park, mini golf, bumper boats, go carts, and much more!

Bronner's Christmas Wonderland

25 Christmas Ln., Frankenmuth

517- 652-9931. 1-800-ALL-YEAR (recorded information)

Admission Free
World's largest Christmas store. A shopper's dream!

Open 361 days a year in Frankenmuth, "Michigan's Little Bavaria".

Sports and Recreation

College Sports

University of Michigan
Ticket office 764-0247
Sports information 647-2583

Eastern Michigan University
Ticket office 487-2282
Sports information 487-0317

Pro Sports

Enjoy professional sports just 45 minutes away.
Tickets: Michigan Union Ticket Office, 503 S. State St., 763-8587;

Detroit Lions football (313) 262-2006
Detroit Pistons basketball (248) 377-0100
Detroit Tigers baseball (313) 962-4000
Detroit Red Wings hockey (313) 983-6606
Detroit Vipers hockey (248) 377-0100
Detroit Rockers soccer (734) 427-6017

Wilderness Archery
297 N. Maple Rd., Ann Arbor, 913-6283.
Archery range and pro shop. Servicing the beginning to the advanced archer.

Auto Racing

Milan Dragway
10860 Plank Rd., Milan, 439-7368.
Features sand drag races and bracket races. Variety of racing events, including junior racing, nostalgia days, RAM Chargers, Harley drags, and invitationals.

Automobile races Sat-Sun; motorcycle races Friday nights, April to October.

Bicycling and Jogging

The Ann Arbor Parks and Recreation Department has maps illustrating the paths available for bicyclers and joggers on the 6th floor of City Hall,

100 N. Fifth Ave., Ann Arbor

994-2780.

Gallup Park
3000 Fuller Rd., Ann Arbor, 662-9319.
Canoe, paddleboat, and bike rentals. Walking trails, snacks, fishing supplies, and live bait.

Spring Valley Trout Farm
12190 Island Lake Rd.,

Dexter, 426-4772.
Family fishing in a 20-acre park setting. Rainbow trout or catfish. Equipment furnished, fish cleaned, catch guaranteed.

Arbor Dome
Morgan Rd. between Carpenter Rd. and Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti, 434-DOME.
33,600 sq.ft. indoor golf range offering putting green, pro shop, 34 individual tees, clinics and lessons, PGA staff, and climate-controlled conditions for year-round golfing.

Augusta Pines Golf Center
7171 Willis Rd., Ypsilanti, 485-7888.
18-hole, pitch and putt with driving range. 9-hole, par 3, 830 yds. 9-hole pitch-putt, par 3.

Hiking

Nichols Arboretum
Entrances off of Geddes Ave., Washington Hgts., and Nichols Dr., 998-9540.
James D. Reader Jr. Urban Environmental Education Center, 1610 Washington Hgts
123-acre natural area serves as an educational and research facility for the University of Michigan and Ann Arbor schools. Numerous trails allow visitors to investigate the plant collections.

Horseback Riding

Hell Creek Ranch
10866 Cedar Lake Rd., Pinckney, 734- 878-3632.
Horseback riding, camping, canoeing, lessons, and horse boarding.

Maybury Riding Stable
20303 Beck Rd., Northville, 248-347-1088.

Ann Arbor Parks

Argo Park
1055 Longshore Dr., Ann Arbor, 668-7411.
32.8-acre park along the Huron River features canoes, rowboats, ice-cold drinks, and fishing; canoe packages also available.

Buhr Park
2751 Packard Rd., Ann Arbor, 971-3228.
Swimming pool, Cobblestone Farm, ice skating, in-line skating facility, play area, tennis courts, softball diamonds, and restrooms.

Gallup Park
3000 Fuller Rd., Ann Arbor, 662-9319.
Paddleboats, canoes, kayaks, bicycle rentals, fishing supplies, paved nature trails, picnic shelter, and restrooms.

Rock Climbing

Planet Rock
82 Aprill Dr., Ann Arbor, 827-2680.

Admission Charged
Unique terrain caters to complete novices and seasoned pros alike. Ages 5-95 are challenged by the quick and easy routes as well as tough competition grades.

Mon-Fri 3pm-10pm, Sat 10am-8pm, Sun 10am-6pm.

Extreme Sports Palace
7275 Joy Rd., Dexter, 424-9705.
This 24,000 sq. ft. facility features two extreme-skating areas, one for beginning skaters and one for more advanced skaters.

Phone for hours of operation.

Cross Country Skiing

Ann Arbor Parks and Recreation Department has a number of areas for cross-country skiing free of charge.

Call 994-2780 for more information.

Downhill Skiing

There are several downhill slopes within 30 minutes of Ann Arbor.

Ann Arbor Ski Club 761-3419

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Performing Arts

Ann Arbor Civic Theater

408 W. Washington St, Ann Arbor

734-971-2228
Admission Charged
Ann Arbor's oldest community theater group has presented family-oriented theater for over 70 years.

Season runs September through June. Call for showtimes.

Ann Arbor Symphony

734-994-4801
Admission Charged

Don't miss a moment of music with an exciting performance by the Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra.

Concerts run from September through April.

The Ark

316 S. Main St., Ann Arbor

734-761-1451

Admission Charged
An acoustic music club offering concerts by local, nationally and internationally known performers. Featuring folk, contemporary singer/songwriters, blues, jazz, country, bluegrass and the music of many ethnic cultures.

Call for performance dates and times

Concordia University: The Kreft Center for the Arts

4090 Geddes Rd., Ann Arbor

734-995-4612

Admission Charged
Multi-purpose performance space offers a variety of entertainment for visitors, including various theatrical productions, music and choral concerts.

Call for dates and times

Dance Gallery-Peter Sparling Company

815 Wildt Street
734-747-8885
Admission Charged

A modern professional dance company under the direction of Peter Sparling, former dancer with the Martha Graham Company. Offers lecture demonstrations, open rehearsals, classes and several performances throughout the season.

Cal for dates and times

Eastern Michigan University

Campus Life

734-487-3045
Admission Charged
Offering concerts by top artists, musical performances, lectures and a film series, you are sure to find just what you are looking for.

Call for dates and times

Department of Theatre

734-487-1221.
Admission Charged

EMU's Quirk Theatre Arts Building houses three theaters: the Quirk, Sponberg and Frank Ross Laboratory Theatre. The season runs September to June and incorporates all types of dramatic performances, including musicals, comedies, tragedies, experimental and children's theater.

Call for dates and times

Kerrytown Concert House

415 N. Fourth Ave., Ann Arbor

734-769-2999
Admission Charged

Beautifully renovated 1850s house, one of Ann Arbor's favorite concert venues, also sponsors changing exhibits of paintings, photography and prints by area artists.

Call for hours of operation

The Michigan Theater

603 E. Liberty St., Ann Arbor

734-668-TIME
Admission Charged

Ann Arbor's not-for-profit historic center for fine cinema and the performing arts.

Call for hours of operation

Purple Rose Theatre

137 Park St., Chelsea

734-475-7902
Admission Charged

A local gem. Actor Jeff Daniels' not-for-profit professional theatre company produces four yearly productions that speak to and for a Midwestern audience.

Call for performance schedule and times

Wild Swan Theater

734-995-0530
Admission Charged

Wild Swan has been delighting family audiences with performances that blend storytelling, movement and music into magical accessible experiences. Performances range from Peter Rabbit to Charlotte's Web to Frog and Toad.

Season runs from October through June.

Ypsilanti Symphony Orchestra

734-480-4579
Admission Charged

Enjoy an evening of varied musical selections by the Ypsilanti Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Adam Riccinto.

Season runs from September through May.

Events

January

Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra

734-994-4801

Enjoy the Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra for an area tradition as it celebrates youthful genius.

Admission Charged

Hours: 8pm.

Chinese New Year Celebration

734-668-7112 extension 32

Admission Free

Hours: 1pm-5pm

February

Chelsea American Legion Winter Carnival

734-475-1824

Admission Charged
This winter favorite includes a Euchre Tournament, fishing contests, Monte Carlo Night, music, prizes and more.

American Legion Post 31
1700 Ridge Rd
Chelsea, MI48118

Hours: Fri, 6pm-1:30am. Sat, 7am-1:30am. Sun, 7am-6pm.

Ice Carving Exhibition

734-669-7112 extension 32

Admission Free
Sponsored by the Main Street Area Association, this exhibition will feature students from the University of Michigan Ice Carving Team. Watch as they carve sculptures on the sidewalks throughout downtown.

Hours: Fri, 6pm-10pm. Sat, Noon-8pm.

Presidential Ball

734-429-4494

Historic Union School
200 N. Ann Arbor Street
Saline, MI48176
Admission Charged

Enjoy this period reenactment event complete with costumes, President & Mrs. Lincoln and several other Civil Ware re-enactors. Music for the evening will be provided by Golden Griffon Stringtet and will include traditional jigs, reels, waltzes, and Civil War tunes. Viewing gallery open throughout the evening.

Hours: 7pm-10pm

March

Chelsea Spring Craft Show

734-475-9242

500 Washington St.
Chelsea, MI48118

Admission Charged

Over 100 juried artists featuring traditional and contemporary art as well as seasonal specialties, home decorations, hand crafted food, soaps and more.

Hours: 10am-4pm.

Dexter Pioneer Arts Fair

734-426-8846

Creekside Elementary School
2615 Baker Rd.
Dexter, MI48130

Admission Charged
The annual fair features more than 50 juried artists and craftspeople who will demonstrate and sell traditional folk arts and modern adaptations, including quilting, rug hooking, caning, quilting, lace making, basketry, stained glass, wood carving and more. Sponsored by the Dexter Historical Society.

Hours: 10am-4pm.

Ann Arbor Spring Art Fair

734-995-7281

Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds
5055 Ann Arbor-Saline Rd
Ann Arbor, MI48103

Admission Charged

The annual fair showcases 140 American fine artists and craftspeople. All exhibits indoors in a heated facility.

Hours: 10am-6pm. Mar 28, 11am-5pm.

University of Michigan Pow Wow

734-763-8587

Main Street and Stadium
Ann Arbor, MI48109

Admission Charged

Enjoy this gathering of over 1,000 of North America's greatest singers and dancers. Come see the rich culture and heritage of the country's most renowned Native American artists and craftspeople displaying and selling their authentic work.
Hours: Sat, 10:30am-10pm. Sun, 10:30am-5pm.

April

Ann Arbor National Art Show

330-896-9498

1000 South State Street
Ann Arbor, MI48109

Admission Charged
The annual show combines the intimate qualities of an art gallery with the variety and excitement of a fine art festival. This offers the art lover an ideal viewing and buying opportunity in a comfortable indoor setting.

Hours: Sat, 10am - 6pm. Sun, 10am - 5pm.

Chelsea Antique Show

800-572-6703

Chelsea Fairgrounds
Old US 12
Chelsea , MI48118

Admission Charged
This annual antique show features 100 to 150 dealers carrying a wide variety of antiques. Oak furniture, pottery, primitives, and better glassware can be found. Something for the beginner to the serious collector.

Hours: Sat, 8am-5pm. Sun, 10am-4pm.

Ann Arbor Antiquarian Book Fair

734-995-1891

Michigan Union Ballroom
530 S. State St.
Ann Arbor, MI48109
This annual event features first editions, Americana, fine printing and old & rare books. Sponsored by the Ann Arbor Antiquarian Book Dealers Association and is a benefit for the William L. Clements Library.

Hours: 11am-5pm.

May

Chelsea Farmers Market

734-433-0354

Downtown
Park Street
Chelsea, MI48118

Admission Free
The Chelsea Farmer's Market is growing offering vendors showcasing the finest home grown produce, bedding plants and handmade crafts. All items are hand made or home grown, no purchased or re-sold items. This convenient location is easily accessible and vendor-friendly. Patrons will enjoy the popular "Chef at the Market" series sponsored by the Common Grill, live music, community group guests and more.

Hours: 8am-Noon.

Saline Farmers Market

734-429-3518

Saline Farmers Market
Park Lot # 2, S. Ann Arbor St
Saline, MI48176

Admission Free
Enjoy lots of farm fresh produce, flowers from area growers and many more seasonal items. It is the market with the small town flavor with the big city style. Specialty items include jams/jellies, baked goods, seasonal corn stalks, Indian corn, wreaths and more. Sponsored by the City of Saline.

Hours: 8am-Noon.

Annual Show and Shine Street Rod Show

734-483-4444

Riverside Park
Huron & Cross Streets
Ypsilanti, MI48197

Donation Requested
If you dig shades of lipstick red and lime green, then baby pony on down to the annual event that features hundreds of street rods, muscle cars and antique autos.
Hours: Show: 9am-4pm. Registration: 9am-1pm. Awards: 2pm.

May Midnight Madness

734-668-7112

Downtown
Main Street
Ann Arbor, MI48104

Admission Free
The Main Street Area Association, in the heart of downtown Ann Arbor, presents Festive Friday Midnight Madness. Enjoy late night shopping - explore Main Street Area's newest stores and restaurants and visit your long time favorites.

Hours: Strolling entertainment: 7pm-9pm. Store hours vary. Most open late.

Concert in the Park Series and Farmers Market

734-439-3010

Wilson Memorial Park
Wabash St.
Milan, MI48160

Admission Free
Enjoy the sounds of the Concert in the Park Series and Farmers Market and cars on display with the Backstreet Cruizers Car Club Cruize Nights. Backstreet's DJ will be spinning the tunes and 50/50 tickets will be sold.

Hours: Thurs, 6:00pm-8:30pm.

Ann Arbor Art Center's Annual Winefest

734-994-8004

Ypsilanti Marriott at Eagle Crest
1275 S. Huron St.
Ypsilanti, MI48197

Admission Charged, call for details
WineFest is a nationally recognized wine auction benefiting the Ann Arbor Art Center. This annual event attracts over 800 wine and food enthusiasts from across the country. WineFest is an elegant affair featuring a strolling supper, wine tasting, live and silent auctions and a port, cigar and cognac tent.

Hours: 6pm.

Springtime At Rentschler Farm

734-769-2219

Rentschler Farm Museum
1265 E. Michigan Ave.
Saline, MI48176

Donation required
This event features a petting farm, traditional crafts, gardening demonstrations, children's activities, tours, exhibits, gift shop, food and fun. Saline Fiddlers ReStrung performs at 1:30pm. Salt & Pepper Exhibit in the Farmhouse. Photograph Exhibit of Pre-1950 Vehicles in the Exhibit Barn. Sponsored by the Saline Historical Society.

Hours: 11am-4pm.

Wander Washtenaw

734-971-2776

Admission Charged
The Washtenaw County Historical Consortium invites you to Wander Washtenaw. This first-ever open house of historic sites and museums throughout the county. One ticket for all 16 attractions with special events or exhibits included. Museums included: Ann Arbor African American Museum, Cobblestone Farm Museum, Earhart Manor (Concordia University), Kempf House, Museum on Main Street, Park Mill County Park, Dexter Area Museum, Webster Township Museum complex, John F. Schneider Blacksmith Shop (Manchester), Sharon Mills County Park, Hack House Museum (Milan), Jarvis Stone School and Salem Walker Church & Cemetery, Rentschler Farm (Saline), and Michigan Firehouse Museum, Ypsilanti Automotive Heritage Collection & Miller Motors, and Ypsilanti Historical Museum.

Hours: Sat, 10am-4pm. Sun, 1pm-4pm.

Ann Arbor Antiques Market

850-984-0122

Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds
5055 Ann Arbor-Saline Rd
Ann Arbor, MI48103

Admission Charged
Over 300 antique dealers displaying merchandise in 7 buildings and many tents. A sampling of items include period country, painted furniture, glass and china and accessories, silver, books, old toys, dolls, art, textiles, jewelry, architectural items and select collectables. All items guaranteed as represented. Home made custom foods also available.

Hours: 7am-4pm.

Manchester Canoe Race

734-428-8976

Race begins at Fellows Bridge
19075 Sharon Valley Road
Manchester, MI48158

Entry Fee Charged
The annual canoe race on the beautiful River Raisin features 8 classes of competition. Race is approximately 3.5 miles. Sponsored by the Manchester Recreation Task Force.

Hours: Registration: 10am. Race begins at Noon.

Michigan Vintage Volkswagen Festival

734-483-4444

Historic Depot Town and Riverside Park
Cross Street and Huron Street
Ypsilanti, MI48197

Admission Charged

Come to the annual Michigan Volkswagen Festival in Historic Depot Town and view Air-cooled platform Volkswagens in Riverside Park. Also a large swap meet, display by Volkswagen of America, new beetle convertibles on display, and more. Also, visit local museums and shops and restaurants in this little turn of the century town.

Hours: 9am-3pm.

Annual Milan Memorial Day Parade

734-439-2694

Downtown
Wabash Street
Milan, MI48160

Admission Free
Forming at the American Legion (44 Wabash Street), the day begins with a ceremony for those lost at sea and then proceeds down West Main Street and concludes at Marble Park Ceremony with a special ceremony and 21-gun salute. Concluding the ceremonies, all are invited to the American Legion Hall for complimentary hot dogs and pop.

Hours: Parade begins at 9am.

June

Waterloo Farm Museum Tours

517-596-2254

Waterloo Farm Museum
9998 Waterloo-Munith Rd
Chelsea, MI48118

Admission Charged
Enjoy touring the museum and other special activities.

Tours held Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays only.

Hours: 1pm-5pm.

Annual Chelsea Painters Art Fair

800-888-9487

Chelsea Community Hospital
775 S. Main St.
Chelsea, MI48118

Admission Free
Twenty-eight award-winning artists display and sell original fine art and hand-crafted note cards. Media include watercolor, acrylic, oil, pastel, monoprint, collage, and scratchboard. Special activities to honor the Art Fair's 31st year include free hands-on children's art activities by the Chelsea Center for the Arts. Live entertainment and refreshments are provided for fairgoers. A percentage of proceeds go toward the Palmer Medical Scholarship.

Hours: Daily, 10am - 5pm.

Annual Dexter Ice Cream Social

734-426-0887

Monument Park
Main Street
Dexter, MI48130

Admission Free
This annual early summer event attracts visitors to Dexter to enjoy a family-oriented day of fun. There are kiddie rides and games, clowns, complimentary balloons and face painting, an ice cream booth as well as free entertainment.

Hours: 11am-5pm.

Potters Guild Spring Sale

734-663-4970

Potters Guild Parking Lot
201 Hill Street
Ann Arbor, MI48104

Admission Free
The Ann Arbor Potters Guild holds its annual Spring Sale. Both functional and decorative ceramic works made by up to 40 member artists are offered for sale. Kids can play with clay in a supervised area while Mom and Dad shop and take in the displays. All items under tent.

Hours: 10am - 5pm.

Chelsea Hamfest and Antique Radio Swap

734-424-0130

Chelsea Community Fairgrounds
Old US 12
Chelsea, MI48118

Admission Charged
Join us for the annual amateur (ham) radio swap and shop with vendor tables, trunk sales, and radio-related door prizes. Presented by the Chelsea Amateur Radio Club. Come learn about ham radio, check out the cool equipment, and just maybe find that radio you had (or always wanted) when you were a kid!

Hours: 8am-1pm.

Dexter Ann Arbor Run

734-662-1000

Downtown
30 N. Main Street
Ann Arbor, MI48104

Entry Fees Vary By Event
One of the areas major running races featuring three distances: half-marathon (13.1 miles), 10k run & fitness walk, and 5k run & fitness walk. Enjoy running a scenic course along the Huron River. Proceeds to benefit Coach Carr Cancer Fund.

Hours: Races begin at 8:20am.

Taste of Ann Arbor and the Rest of the World

734-668-7112

Downtown
Main and Liberty Streets
Ann Arbor, MI48104

Admission Charged
Enjoy this exciting outdoor event featuring food and entertainment in the heart of downtown! Restaurants in the greater Ann Arbor Area share their distinctive cuisine in bite size tastes for your culinary enjoyment. Past participants have included BD's Mongolian BBQ, Gratzi, Kerrytown Bistro, Chop House, Arbor Brewing Company, Gandy Dancer, The Earle, Mediterrano's, to name just a few. Visitors also enjoy three stage areas showcasing bands, comedians, clowns and dancing. The Ann Arbor Art Center provides art activities for the whole family to explore and Angell Elementary School PTSO hosts children's games on Liberty Street.

Hours: Noon-5pm.

Ypsilanti Orphan Car Show

734-482-5200

Riverside Park
Cross and Huron Street
Ypsilanti, MI48197

Admission Charged
This vintage automobile exhibition, featuring Studebaker vehicles, is a salute to automobiles, trucks and motor scooters that are no longer manufactured. The largest show of its kind in the Midwest, visitors can see such greats as Hudson, Tucker, Kaiser, Triumph, Cord, Duesenberg, Gotfredson and many more vintage autos exhibited by national and international participants. Show features a drive-by narration of vehicles by noted automobile historians. Over 100 years of gas powered vehicles.

Hours: 9:00am-4:30pm.

Annual Garden Walk

734-662-8661

Women's City Club
1830 Washtenaw Ave.
Ann Arbor, MI48104
The Ann Arbor Branch of the Women's National Farm & Garden Association hosts this annual garden walk. There are eight featured gardens.

Hours: Garden Walk: 10am-4pm. Lunch at City Club: 11:30am-1:30pm.

Ann Arbor Antiques Market

850-984-0122

Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds
5055 Ann Arbor-Saline Rd
Ann Arbor, MI48103

Hours: 7am-4pm.

Eco Ride

734-761-3186

Greenhills School
850 Greenhills Drive
Ann Arbor, MI48105

Admission Varies
This annual bike-a-thon helps to raise money for the Ecology Center's programs to help promote clean air, safe water and healthy community. Routes vary from 2-65 miles and provide a fun day for all levels of riders.

Hours: Registration: 7am-Noon. Rides begin at 7:30am.

Waterloo Farm Museum Log Cabin Day

517-596-2254

Waterloo Farm Museum
9998 Waterloo-Munith Rd
Chelsea, MI48118

Admission Charged
Go back in time and enjoy displays and demonstrations featuring items and skills of early Michigan settlers.

Hours: 1pm-5pm.

July

Ann Arbor Jaycees Summer Carnival

734-913-9629

Ann Arbor Pioneer High School
Stadium at Main
Ann Arbor, MI48104

Cost For Ride Tickets Only
This annual event includes amusement rides, midway games, food concessions, face painting, and other activities.

Hours: Wed, 3pm-11pm. Thurs, Noon-10pm. Fri, 3pm-Midnight. Sat, Noon-Midnight.

Hudson Mills Metropark Annual Fireworks Display

734-426-8211

Hudson Mills Metropark
8801 N. Territorial Rd.
Dexter, MI48130

Admission Charged for Vehicle Entry Permit
Celebrate the holiday season with fireworks, live music, food and beverages.

Hours: Fireworks begin at dusk, around 10pm. Music from 7pm-11pm.

Ann Arbor Fourth Of July Parade

734-913-9629

Downtown
Various locations
Ann Arbor, MI48104

Admission Free
This annual favorite holiday event is sponsored by the Ann Arbor Area Jaycees.

Hours: Parade begins at 11am.

Rolling Sculpture Car Show

734-668-7112

Downtown
Main Street
Ann Arbor, MI48104
Admission Free for Spectators
More than 300 exotic, antique, classic, concept and art cars on Main, Liberty, Fourth, Washington, and the Ashley/William parking lot in the heart of Downtown. Education area in the parking at Ashley/William. Awards presented at 9pm (corner of Main and Liberty).

Hours: 2pm-10pm.

Michigan Brewers Guild Summer Beer Festival

248-988-7566

Riverside Park
Huron and Cross Streets
Ypsilanti, MI48197

Admission Charged
The festival is a fun opportunity for people to sample from an incredible selection of more than 120 beers brewed by over 30 breweries, microbrews and brewpubs from around Michigan. Brewery staff is available to make recommendations and answer questions. Food and live entertainment also available. Advanced tickets available at participating breweries including Arbor Brewing Company (116 E. Washington St, Ann Arbor). Admission includes 12 drink tokens for samples inside the venue. Additional drink tokens available for purchase at event.

Hours: 1pm-6pm.

August

Saline Moonlight Madness and Sidewalk Sale

734-429-4494

Various
Michigan Avenue
Saline, MI48176

Admission Free
Enjoy shopping for bargains, entertainment, Farmers' Market and more.

Hours: Friday, 5pm-12pm. Saturday, 8am-6pm.

Annual Milan Carfest

734-439-3010

Wilson Memorial Park
Wabash St.
Milan, MI48160

Admission Free to Spectators
This popular area event features a variety of automobiles including relics, restored and classics on display.

Hours: Gates open at 10am. Show registration 12pm-2pm. Awards at 5pm.

Ypsilanti Heritage Festival

734-483-6071

Riverside Park, Frog Island Park, Depot Town
Huron and Cross Streets
Ypsilanti, MI48197
Admission Free
For over 25 years, the Ypsilanti Heritage Festival celebrates the diverse cultural heritage of Southeastern Michigan. Highlights include arts and crafts, historic architecture, Millionaire's Party, music, autos & engines and lots of food.

Hours: Call for complete schedule.

September

Dancing in the Streets

734-761-1052

Main Street
Between Liberty and Huron
Ann Arbor, MI48104

Admission Free
Several areas of music and participatory dancing including contra, swing, Scandinavian, English and other styles of dance. There will also be a special children's area.

Hours: 2pm-7pm.

Ann Arbor Antiques Market

850-984-0122

Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds
5055 Ann Arbor-Saline Rd
Ann Arbor, MI48103

Hours: 7am-4pm

Ann Arbor Blues and Jazz Festival

734-747-9955

Admission Charged
Featuring national performers and up-and-coming top Michigan musicians. Consult web site for complete schedule of events.

Hours: Call for exact schedule as it varies

October

Chelsea Antique Show

800-572-6703

Chelsea Fairgrounds
Old US 12
Chelsea, MI48118

Hours: Sat, 8am-5pm. Sun, 10am-4pm.

November

Christmas in the Village

734-476-4565

Main Street
Manchester, MI48158

Admission Free
Enjoy a holiday weekend of activities including a Happy Holiday Parade, tree lighting, craft show, horse drawn wagon rides, special events at participating merchants, bake sale, lunch with Santa and more.

Hours: Fri, parade begins at 6:30pm. Sat, most events run 9am to 6pm.

Annual Ann Arbor Winter Art Fair

800-888-9487

Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds
5055 Ann Arbor-Saline Rd
Ann Arbor, MI48103

Admission charged
Celebrate the 31st anniversary of this grand event showcasing 150 fine artists and craftspeople. Visit the web site to see a sampling of work available, sign up to win a $100 gift certificate and discounts on admission coupons.

Hours: Sat, 10am-6pm. Sun, 11am-5pm.

Southeast Michigan Model Railroad Flea Market and Show

734-994-6088

Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds
5055 Ann Arbor-Saline Rd.
Ann Arbor, MI48103
Admission Charged
This annual train show features operating layouts, over 100 vendor tables, and a hands-on operating layout for kids.

Hours: 10am-4pm.

December

Chelsea Festival of Lights

734-475-1145

Main Street
Chelsea, MI48118

Admission Free
Tree lighting ceremony, visits from Santa Claus, children's activities, Twilight home tour, gingerbread house displays, Yule Tree display, hayrides, community sing, live Creche tableau, Festivals of Lessons and Carols and more. Sponsored by the Chelsea Area Chamber of Commerce.

Hours: Fri, 6:30-9:30pm. Sat, 10am-4pm. Sun, 2:30pm-6:30pm.

Concordia Univesity's Annual Boar's Head Festival

734-995-4612

Chapel of the Holy Trinity, Concordia University Campus
4090 Geddes Rd.
Ann Arbor, MI48105
Admission Charged
Students, faculty and staff come together to enact medieval Christmas traditions and the story of Christ's birth in this moving musical spectacle directed by Dr. Laura C. Bird, Professor of Theatre with musical direction by Choral Director, Brian Altevogt.

Hours: Fri-Sat, 7:30pm. Sun, 4pm.

Potters Guild Winter Sale

734-663-4970

Potters Guild Parking Lot
201 Hill Street
Ann Arbor, MI48104

Admission Free
The Potters Guild of Ann Arbor holds it annual Winter sale in the parking lot in front of the Guild under a heated tent. Both functional and decorative ceramic works made by up to 40 member artists are offered for sale. Treat yourself or your friends to a ceramic work of art. Specially priced pots for kids and a large selection of ceramic Christmas ornaments.

Hours: 10am - 5pm

Ann Arbor Facts: Ann Arbor Travel Guide, Discount & Cheap Ann Arbor Travel & Tourism, Free Ann Arbor Travel Guide Online

Population:

114,024

Area:

28.2 square miles

Location:

Located just west of Detroit along I-94, Ann Arbor is easily accessible by car, train, bus or air.

Time Zone:

Central Standard Time (when it is noon in Ann Arbor, it is 1pm in New York City and 10:00am in California.) Ann Arbor observes Daylight Saving Time from April-October.

Weather:

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Average temp. (�F)

23.5

26.5

36.2

47.8

59.5

68.5

72.7

70.8

63.5

51.7

39.7

28.6

High temperature (�F)

30.2

34.1

45.4

58.2

70.7

79.4

83.2

80.8

73.7

61.3

47.0

34.8

Low temperature (�F)

16.7

18.9

27.1

37.3

48.3

57.6

62.1

60.7

53.2

42.1

32.4

22.3

Precipitation (in)

2.2

2.0

2.7

3.3

3.0

3.4

3.1

3.7

3.4

2.5

3.0

2.8

Normal Climate:

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Days with precipitation.

13

11

13

13

11

10

10

10

10

10

12

13

Wind speed (mph)

11.7

11.2

11.6

11.3

10.0

9.0

8.2

7.8

8.5

9.5

11.0

11.1

Morning humidity (%)

80

79

80

78

78

80

83

88

88

85

82

82

Afternoon humidity (%)

70

66

60

54

53

54

54

58

57

58

66

71

Sunshine (%)

40

46

51

53

61

65

68

66

61

51

35

31

Days clear of clouds

4

5

6

6

7

7

8

9

8

8

4

3

Partly cloudy days

7

7

7

8

10

11

12

11

10

9

7

6

Cloudy days

20

17

18

16

14

11

10

11

12

15

19

22

Snowfall (in)

10.7

8.9

6.9

1.8

0.0

0.0

0.0

0.0

0.0

0.2

2.9

9.6

History

Ann Arbor was founded in 1824 when John Allen took Elisha Rumsey with him, left Detroit on a one-horse sleigh, and headed west to establish a new community. Originally registered as Annarbour, the most recent version of the legend states that the "Ann" honors Allen's wife, Ann, who arrived 5 months later. "Arbour" was commonly used in Michigan Territory in reference to a grove or shady opening found in the woods. Eventually the words were separated and the town became known as Ann Arbor. It remains the only city in the world with that name.

When to Go

Fall brings with it the splendor of colorful foliage, the crisp air of winter follows, and then the beauty of spring and a warm summer breeze. In the spring, the city blooms with color. Summers are pleasantly warm, but not too warm, and the many and varied festivals and events keep visitors coming back year after year. Winter tends to be a slower time, allowing the visitor to experience special events held yearly. In March, the Michigan University Pow Wow is a local favorite. For those lucky enough to visit in June, be sure to take time for the annual Ann Arbor Run.

National Holidays

New Year's Day, January 1

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, the third Monday in January

President' Day, the third Monday in February

Memorial Day, the last Monday in May

Independence Day, July 4

Labor Day, the first Monday in September

Thanksgiving Day, the fourth Thursday in November

Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, December 24 and 25

New Year's Eve, December 31

Getting There

Arriving by Air

Detroit Metro Airport is within 25 miles of Ann Arbor.

Detroit Metropolitan Airport

Most domestic and international flights run through "Metro," which serves as a major Northwest Airlines hub. Located in nearby Romulus off I-94, Metro Airport is about 25 miles east of Ann Arbor. Taxi and limousine service is available.

Two smaller, local airports are:

Ann Arbor Airport

801 Airport Dr. (S. State St., near I-94), 994-2841
A municipal facility handling business, charter, and private flights. Taxi, limousine, and rental car services are available.

Willow Run Airport

Ypsilanti 485-6666
Occupies 2,600 acres and serves cargo, corporate, and general aviation clients.

rom the Airport to Ann Arbor

There are several transportation companies that service the Ann Arbor area from Detroit Metro Airport. Some of the most popular include Golden Limousine (734) 668-8282; Arbor Limousine (734) 663-5959; Ground Transportation Specialists, Inc. (734) 947-3040; Curtiss Cars (734) 358-8840; and Tecumseh Trolley (517) 423-3335.

Bus

Greyhound

116 W. Huron St., Ann Arbor 662-5511

Ann Arbor Transportation Authority

2700 S. Industrial Hwy., Ann Arbor 996-0400
Voted the #1 mid-size transit authority in the country, the AATA offers a convenient and reliable transportation alternative.

Car Rental

Virtually every major car rental company is represented as well as local companies.

Rail

Amtrak

325 Depot St., Ann Arbor.
994-4906 or 1-800-872-7245

Taxi

You can't hail a cab from a curb in Ann Arbor. However, you may find cabs in the more frequented spots: the Michigan Union on the U of M campus, at the Amtrak station, or on the southwest corner of Main and Washington, downtown. Call any of these cab companies to bring a taxi to your door within 5-15 minutes.

Parking

Parking meters in Ann Arbor are abundant and usually require money from 8am to 6pm, but check the meter, because the hours vary.

Bring plenty of change: some garages hire attendants for parking fee collection; others are equipped with a computerized system that accepts currency or change; some have meters only.

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African American Cultural and Historical Museum of Washtenaw County
734-971-0420.

Admission Charged
For older, attentive children only. Journey to Freedom, an Underground Railroad Tour. Learn more about an amazing historical network. Sit back and relax in an air-conditioned bus for a professionally guided tour of sites on the Underground Railroad.

ArtVentures

734-994-8004
117 W. Liberty St., Ann Arbor

Admission Charged

ArtVentures art activity studio invites children and adults to learn about art around the world through fun, educational, hands-on projects.

Open Monday-Thursday 10-6, Friday and Saturday 10-9, and Sunday 10-5.

Chelsea Milling

734-475-1361

201 W. North St., Chelsea

Admission Charged
Chelsea Milling is the world headquarters of nationally known Jiffy baking mixes. Enjoy a slide presentation, refreshments, and a walk through of the facility to see Jiffy mixes being packaged. Tour guests receive a recipe booklet and a souvenir package of mix. Tours are Mon-Fri 9am-1pm, by appointment only.

Dexter Cider Mill

734-426-8531.
3685 Central St., Dexter

Admission Charged
Open in 1866, this family-owned and operated mill is the oldest continuously operating cider mill in Michigan. Open September to November. Sells cider, doughnuts, caramel apples, and apple pies.

Domino's Farms Petting Zoo

734-998-0182
Plymouth and Earhart Roads., Ann Arbor

Admission Charged
Features over 100 animals, hay rides, animal demonstrations, endangered livestock breeding program, gift store, and much more! Education and fun come hand in hand at Domino's Farms.

Open Year Round
9:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Mon thru Fri
10:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sat and Sun

Makielski Berry Farm

734-572-0060
7130 Platt Rd., Ypsilanti

Admission Charged

A family-friendly u-pick raspberry farm with a 50-year history. The pesticide-free patches feature three different berries - traditional red, tart yellow, and a larger, sweet pink berry. Open for picking later summer and early fall.

The Scrap Box

734-994-4420
581 State Circle, Ann Arbor

Admission Free

This non-profit resource/recycle shop is the premier place to go for low-cost, unique craft supplies. Its large warehouse is filled with an ever-changing inventory of manufacturing discards which can be re-used in all kinds of creative projects. A teacher's paradise.

Open for shopping: Tues 10am-6pm, Wed-Fri 2-6pm, Sat 10am-2pm.

U of M Stadium

734-647-2583
1000 S. State St., Ann Arbor

Admission Free
View the nation's largest college-owned stadium, capacity 107,501, by entering the gates on Stadium Boulevard during business hours. Built in 1927, this famous facility recently returned to natural turf.

Wiard's Orchards

734-482-7744
5565 Merritt Rd., Ypsilanti

Admission Charged

Founded in 1853, Wiard's Orchards offers a wide variety of activities. Apple orchard, cider mill, u-pick apples. Country Fair open fall weekends starting mid-September. Features pony rides, fire engine rides, Wiard's Cannonballs, wagon rides, face painting, craft fair, live entertainment, and more. Halloween brings Night Terrors with the ultimate Haunted Barn, Asylum, and more spooky fun!

Zapzone Lazertag

734-930-6670

2809 Boardwalk Dr., Ann Arbor

Admission Charged

The greatest lazertag game ever. You're somewhere inside a multi-level maze. Your heart pounds as you sneak through dim corridors, phaser in hand. With survival instincts on full-tilt, you're keen to answer any attack.

Mon-Thurs. 4-10pm, Fri 3-Midnight, Sat noon-Midnight, Sun noon-10pm.

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