SHOW & SHINE STREET ROD SHOW
30th Annual Show When: Kickoff Party: May 2, 2009, Show: Sunday, May 3
9 am to 4 pm Where: Riverside Park Website: Ypsi Street Rods Website
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 7, 2009 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 4 -- September 17, 2009
Every Thursday barring rain Where: East Cross Street in Depot Town
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 Camaro Superfest When: July 3, 4, 5, 2009
Where: Riverside Park
The Michigan Elvisfest When: July 10 & 11, 2009
Where: Riverside Park Elvisfest 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)
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, consult website www.michiganbrewersguild.org
E-mail: specialevents@michiganbrewersguild.org
Ypsilanti's Heritage Festival When: August 21, 22, 23, 2009
Where: Riverside Park
31st annual festival
Free Ypsilanti Heritage Festival Website
Now in its 31st 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 consult website
www.ypsilantiheritagefestival.com E-mail:info@ypsilantiheritagefestival.com
Annual Fire Truck Muster
When: August 29, 2009
Where: Riverside Park
Antique Truck Show
When: October 3, 2009
Where: Riverside Park
This site was created for "The Depot Town Association" by Loro Web Design
Orphan vehicles are makes (not models) of cars,trucks, motorcycles no longer manufactured. A large percentage have been out of business over fifty years.
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
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
Now in its 31st 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