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![Allen Park Farmers Market @ Park Avenue and Harrison Avenue | Allen Park | Michigan | United States](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img,w_300,h_300/https://www.discoverdownriver.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/farmersmarket.jpg)
The Downtown Allen Park Farmers Market delivers farm fresh produce every Friday, April through October.
Stroll through stalls of seasonal fruits and vegetables and talk with the farmers who picked the produce that very morning. Also each week the lot bursts with pierogi, honey, cheese, baked goods, plants and herbs, and much more.
![Running To Honor 5K @ Heritage Park | Taylor | Michigan | United States](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img,w_300,h_200/https://www.discoverdownriver.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/runners-2-300x200.jpg)
The Running To Honor 5K is a timed, family-friendly walk (or run) focused on keeping the memory of our Fallen Soldiers & Veterans alive and reminding others that Freedom is never free.
Race Date: Saturday, July 27, 2024
Race Location: Taylor, MI
About The Race
The Running To Honor 5K is a timed, family friendly walk (or run) focused on keeping the memory of our Fallen Soldiers & Veterans alive and reminding others that Freedom is never free. The event will take place on Saturday, July 27th, 2023 inside Heritage Park located at 12111 Pardee Rd, Taylor, MI 48180. The start time of the 5K walk (or run) is 8:00 AM in front of the Sheridan Pavilion. The Kids .5K will start at 7:30 AM.
The theme this year is the Iraq War. The Iraq War (also called the second Persian Gulf War) lasted from 2003 to 2011. We are hoping we can educate others in the community about what the Iraq War was about and keep the history and memory of our Fallen Soldiers that made the ultimate sacrifice in Iraq alive as we say their names and walk (or run) in memory of them.
The Taylor Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 4422 and Running To Honor organizations will receive the proceeds raised from this event.
![Telegraph Cruise @ Taylor | Michigan | United States](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img,w_510,h_383/https://www.discoverdownriver.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Dreamcruise-007-510x383.jpg)
Hot rodder’s, classic car, vintage, modern muscle, tuners, exotics, and tricked-out car enthusiasts and spectators from throughout Southeast Michigan converge on Telegraph Road between Eureka Rd and Puritan Rd.
Many cars and crowds will also gather the evening before for an unofficial kickoff.
Official event hours are from 9 am to 9 pm, spanning the communities of Taylor, Dearborn Heights, and Redford Township.
*Please be considerate and clean up after yourself. Please encourage those with you to do the same. Let’s be courteous to those that live along the cruise route*
Evening farmer and artisan market runs concurrently with our Summer Concert Series.
25+ vendors each week in Market Center Park from 4:30-8:00pm. In addition to the market and live music the venue will have food trucks each week, a full bar, splash pad, yard games, and restrooms available.
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Free Summer Concert – June 18th through August 27th (No concert on July 2nd due to the holiday).
We will have food trucks and artisan vendors in the park from 4:30 pm – 8:00 pm. The band will begin playing at 6:00 pm. Crystal Gardens will be operating a full bar! Picnic tables available. Bringing your own lawn chairs is encouraged.
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![Fishing Pop Up @ John D Dingell Park | Ecorse | Michigan | United States](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img,w_510,h_207/https://www.discoverdownriver.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/fishing-510x207.jpg)
- All are welcome, free event, register here – https://www.eventbrite.com/o/detroit-river-international-wildlife-refuge-33043328431?fbclid
- All fishing gear will be provided – please dress for the weather, bring a friend, and carry water with you.
*Michigan Fishing License Required*
![Allen Park Farmers Market @ Park Avenue and Harrison Avenue | Allen Park | Michigan | United States](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img,w_300,h_300/https://www.discoverdownriver.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/farmersmarket.jpg)
The Downtown Allen Park Farmers Market delivers farm fresh produce every Friday, April through October.
Stroll through stalls of seasonal fruits and vegetables and talk with the farmers who picked the produce that very morning. Also each week the lot bursts with pierogi, honey, cheese, baked goods, plants and herbs, and much more.
![Junior League World Series @ Heritage Park | Taylor | Michigan | United States](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img,w_510,h_411/https://www.discoverdownriver.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Document-510x411.jpg)
2024 Junior League World Series Dates
– August 3: Opening Ceremonies and Fireworks
– August 4-10: Games
– August 11: JLWS Championship Game
Celebrating four decades
The Junior League Baseball World Series offers the best teams of 13- and 14-year-old players from around the globe to compete for the world championship of the Junior Division of Little League Baseball. As we get closer to the annual August tournament, visitors will be able to track real-time information by connecting to the official website for more information.
For specific tournament information, click here: https://www.cityoftaylor.com/653/Junior-League-World-Series
![Jazz on the River @ Elizabeth Park | Trenton | Michigan | United States](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img,w_510,h_340/https://www.discoverdownriver.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/jazz-on-the-river-510x340.jpg)
International and national jazz artists will hit the stage during the 31st Jazz on the River event!
The concert is free but there is a $5 cash parking fee to park at Elizabeth Park. There will be a variety of food and beverage vendors on hand to take care of any craving you have during the event. The gates at Elizabeth Park will open at 10:00 AM each day.
Please note that the park will fill up but alternate parking is available with shuttle service from the Kennedy Recreation Center in Trenton. Elizabeth Park is located at 4651 Elizabeth Drive in Trenton.
![Story Time with a Park Ranger @ Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge | Trenton | Michigan | United States](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img,w_510,h_287/https://www.discoverdownriver.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/424648390_779367490881647_8667534563696927940_n-510x287.jpg)
Let’s gather together to hear a story (or two) read aloud from a Park Ranger. We will also sing a few songs and get some wiggles out. Afterward, feel free to explore all that our Visitor Center has to offer.
This event is intended for young children.
No tickets are required, BUT registration is requested via Eventbrite – https://www.eventbrite.com/o/detroit-river-international-wildlife-refuge-33043328431?fbclid
![Junior League World Series Opening Day Fireworks @ Heritage Park | Taylor | Michigan | United States](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img,w_300,h_150/https://www.discoverdownriver.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/fireworks10-300x150.jpg)
August 3: Opening Ceremonies Fireworks at dusk
For specific tournament information, click here: https://www.cityoftaylor.com/653/Junior-League-World-Series