1. Ooh and aah over a fireworks show or two.
2. Enjoy music and art at Corktown Strut.
3. See work from more than 100 artists at the Michigan Fine Arts Competition.
4. Cheer on your favorite Michigan team at a soccer match.
5. Take a guided maritime tour of the Dossin Great Lakes Museum.
6. Check out the Michigan Rib Fest.
7. Laugh the night away with ComedySportz Detroit.
8. Throw on your formal attire for an Upscale Bar Tour.
9. Spend some time at the 10th Annual Stars & Stripes Festival.
10. Have a picnic or a farm feast at the Farm Party Extraordinaire.

Kickoff list from Crain's Detroit Business. Add your suggestions below.