Brighton Howell Area Events You Should Attend in 2025

Fair attendees walking through the Fowlerville Fair with elephant ear vendors and ferris wheels behind them.

December 28, 2024

The Brighton Howell Area is one of Michigan’s hidden gems. Conveniently located between Ann Arbor, Detroit, and Lansing, the Brighton Howell Area is easy to get to. Surrounded by 50,000 acres of parks and home to some of the state’s biggest Annual Events, it’s the perfect plan to plan your weekend getaway. Here are some events you should attend in 2025!

How can you get the most out of your visit? Plan your trip around an event!

The Brighton Howell Area hosts a variety of events throughout the year, and all have something special to offer. Plan to go to these events and explore the rest of the area while you’re in town!

Michigan Challenge Balloonfest, Fowlerville Family Fair, Destination Stars Hollow

Here are events that you can plan for in 2025:

Special Events

The Hartland Polo Classic – Early June

Michigan Challenge Balloonfest – Late June

Destination Stars Hollow – Late September/Early October

Fairs

Hamburg Family Fun Fest – Mid-June

Fowlerville Family Fair – Late July

Festivals

Howell Melon Festival – Mid-August

Brighton Street Art Fair – Late August

Smokin’ Jazz & BBQ Blues Festival – Early September

Fowlerville Fall Fest – Mid-September

Holiday Events

Brighton Holiday Glow & Christmas Market – Late November

Fantasy of Lights Parade – Day after Thanksgiving

Christmas in the Ville – Early December

Plan your 2025 getaway to the Brighton Howell Area around one of these events. While you’re here, check out a range of itineraries to plan where to enjoy a tasty meal, find the cutest shops, and stay.

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