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Ypsilanti Marriott at Eagle Crest
Depot Town Association's Host Hotel for all Activities & Events.


2008 SCHEDULE OF DEPOT TOWN EVENTS

* CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD APRIL 2008 EVENTS

SHOW & SHINE STREET ROD SHOW
29th Annual Show
When: May 4, 2008
9 am to 4 pm
Where: Riverside Park

The Annual Show & Shine Street Rod Show, sponsored by the Ypsilanti Area Street Rods, will rumble into Riverside Park. Roaring mufflers and classic tunes will rock Depot Town all day long. Beautifully restored Street Rods of Hot Pink, Lime Green and Lipstick Red will rattle your bones and put a smile on your face. If you've never seen a flame throwing contest, or a hydraulics exhibition, then pony on down to Depot Town.
For more information, call the Ypsilanti Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, call 734-483-4444

The Orphan Car Show
When: June 1, 2008
Where: Riverside Park, Ypsilanti, Michigan

Orphan vehicles are makes (not models) of cars,trucks, motorcycles no longer manufactured. A large percentage have been out of business over fifty years.

The show features a "pass-in-review' by make or group, with several automotive historians describing the vehicles as they pass by.
Riverside Park Cross and Huron Street, Ypsilanti, MI 48197
Map/Driving Directions  Phone: (734) 482-5200
Spectator Admission fee.

Depot Town Cruise Nights
When: June 5 - September 18th, 2008
Every Thursday barring rain
Where: East Cross Street in Depot Town

Come to the 17th annual Michigan Every Thursday (barring rain) from June 8th through September 14th, 2006, visit Historic Depot Town and explore Ypsilanti's unique collection of classic, gloriously restored automobiles.Car enthusiasts from all over Michigan motor into Ypsilanti for this weekly gathering. Bring your own classic car, or simply come to enjoy the show. And make sure to sample mouthwatering treats from the areas finest restaurants, and take a peek into the Depot Town shops.For additional information, call the Ypsilanti Automotive Heritage Collection at 734-482-5200.

MICHIGAN VINTAGE VOLKSWAGEN FESTIVAL
When: June 8, 2008
Where: Riverside Park

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. Historic Depot Town and Riverside Park Cross Street and Huron Street, Ypsilanti, MI 48197 Map/Driving Directions  Phone: (734) 483-4444 Fax: (734) 483-0400
For more information, click here http://mvvc.net
To E-mail: info@ypsilanti.org

The Michigan Elvisfest
When: July 11 & 12, 2008
Where: Riverside Park

 Official website
This King-size tribute features top Elvis Tribute Artists of North America plus other Great Legend Impersonators. Also come enjoy the Elvis Autorama on Saturday, the best barbeque North of Memphis, Pig Out in the Park. There will be karaoke, children's fun area, memorabilia and more. Riverside Park Huron and Cross Street Ypsilanti, MI 48197
Map/Driving Directions  Phone: (734) 480-3974 ext 2
For more information, check website at Michigan Elvisfest (www.mielvisfest.org)
E-mail: deckermare@comcast.net
Hours: consult Web site
Cost: consult Web site

Michigan Brewers Festival
When: July 25-26, 2008
Where: Riverside Park

 Official website
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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. Admission includes drink tokens for samples inside the venue. Additional drink tokens available for purchase at event. Frog Island Park Huron and Cross Streets Ypsilanti, MI 48197
Map/Driving Directions  Phone: (248) 988-7566
For more information, click here www.michiganbrewersguild.org
E-mail: specialevents@michiganbrewersguild.org
Hours: consult Web site Cost: consult Web site

Ypsilanti's Heritage Festival
When: August 15-16-17, 2008
Where: Riverside Park
29th annual festival

 Official website
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Now in its 28th year, 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. Riverside Park, Frog Island Park, Depot Town Huron and Cross Streets Ypsilanti, MI 48197
Map/Driving Directions  Phone: (734) 483-6071
For more information, click here www.ypsilantiheritagefestival.com
E-mail: info@ypsilantiheritagefestival.com

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