10 Reasons to Visit the Brighton Howell Area in 2023

February 10, 2023

Conveniently located between Detroit, Lansing, and Ann Arbor – the Brighton Howell Area in Southeast Michigan has so much to offer. With engaging events, unique attractions, delicious cuisine, and bustling downtowns you can only find here make this destination a must-visit this year. Don’t just take our word for it, check out these 10 reasons to visit the Brighton Howell Area in 2023.

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1. Tanger Outlets

📍: Howell

Tanger Outlets are a discount shopper’s dream. This outlet mall features over 50 brand names stores, with discounts of up to 70%. You can stop by Shopper Services for the Little Red Book of Big Savings to get even more bang for your buck! Explore coupons online and find your favorite stores in the directory.

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2. Michigan Challenge Balloonfest

📍: Howell

Michigan Challenge Balloonfest is the must-experience event of the summer. Happening in Howell from June 23-25th, this event features three entertainment venues with family activities and attractions. On Saturday night, watch as 20 hot air balloons glow against the night sky during the Balloon Glow. Come out to see the carnival, balloon launch, art festival, fireworks, and more!

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3. Hartland Polo Classic 

📍: Hartland

The Hartland Polo Classic is your chance to witness a live Polo Match! Watch as the Detroit Polo Club goes head to head in a classic polo match where you can come dressed in your best garden party attire. Don’t forget to wear your most fabulous polo hat for a chance to win the Best Hat Contest. Enjoy a delicious dinner and snacks and a bar equipped with locally brewed craft beer, bourbon, and wine.

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4. Heavenly Scent Herb 

📍: Hartland

Heavenly Scent is a beautiful property with a romantic gazebo, a fairy garden, a greenhouse, bushels of flowers, and glorious views everywhere you look. Heavenly Scent is the perfect place for engagement/senior photos, weddings, events, and a well-spent day. Everywhere you look at Heavenly Scent feels like discovering a secret garden from a movie set.

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5. Golf

In the Brighton Howell Area, there is no shortage of beautiful golf courses perfect for any level golfer. With 21 golf courses, the Brighton Howell Area is the ultimate golfer’s destination. From the roaring hills of Chemung Hills Golf & Banquet Center to the pristine greens of the Majestic Golf Course, there is a facility for golfers of any level.

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6. Hell Survivors Paintball Playfield

📍: Pinckney

There’s no better way to challenge old friends and make new ones than in the high-adrenaline game of paintball. At Hell-Survivors Paintball Playfield, you’ll find the World’s Largest Walk-in, Self-Serve Air Station, a Heated VIP Clubhouse, and covered pavilions. There are 12 unique playfields for the ultimate paintball experience.

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7. Livingston Antique Outlet

📍: Howell

If you love antiques, you absolutely have to go to Livingston Antique Outlet. The 33,000-square-foot outlet contains over 200 small businesses and is Michigan’s largest antique mall. Their unmatched selection and quality will make you want to return again to ensure you haven’t missed a single treasure.

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8. Brewery Becker

📍: Brighton

At Brewery Becker in downtown Brighton, craft beers are made on-site in a renovated, historic brick building complete with arched windows, solid hickory wood floors, and period designs stenciled on the walls. It’s a perfect space to host any of your events, as intricately wrought iron staircases will lead you to large second and third floors. Find out what’s on tap right now!

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9. Tap-in’s Golf

📍: Howell

At Tap-in’s, you can swing your club at one of the four indoor golf simulator bays while drinking from a full-service bar. Tap-in’s also has golf simulation leagues, an 18-hole miniature golf course, and a trackable golf range where you can track each of your hits to improve your game. Stop in for family and friend fun, a drink, or to practice your swing.

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10. Howell Nature Center

📍: Howell

When you visit Howell Nature Center you can explore 230 rolling acres of woods and wetlands. Your kids will love the Nature Scape, a fenced-in area with a kid-sized waterfall and pond, sand dunes, stump jumps, natural forts, trails, and life-sized spiderwebs. The Wild Wonders Wildlife Park houses native, permanently injured wildlife with habitats mimicking animals’ habitats. You’ll find foxes, porcupines, hawks, and more. The kids can also enjoy the adventure park, including a rock climbing wall and zip lining.

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If you’re looking for new adventures this year, the Brighton Howell Area is certainly the place to go. From shopping extravaganzas to the beautiful outdoors, there’s something for everyone. Sign up for our newsletter to keep up-to-date on all events, new restaurants or shops, attractions, and other happenings in the area! Don’t forget to tag @explorebrightonhowellarea and use #ExploreBHA on your next getaway.

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