Kickoff list culled from Hour Detroit. Add your suggestions below.

Motor City Irish Fest

Don your favorite green garb to enjoy Irish-inspired music, shop Irish retail and food, taste some Irish whiskey, and more. June 6-8. Greenmead Historical Park, 20501 Newburgh Road, Livonia; motorcityirishfest.com.


Motor City Pride

As Michigan’s largest Pride celebration, Motor City Pride includes a festival and parade full of color, song, and dance. In previous years, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and Attorney General Dana Nessel made appearances and gave speeches to crowds of more than 65,000 people. June 7-8. Hart Plaza, 1 W. Jefferson Ave., Detroit; motorcitypride.org.


Ann Arbor African American Festival

For 28 years, this event has celebrated the contributions of Ann Arbor’s historic Black Business District. Expect live jazz, pop, and dance music performances; mascot characters; and tons of vendors selling everything from food and drinks to clothing, books, and beauty products. June 7. Downtown Ann Arbor; a2festival.org.


Packards & Pints 2025

Macomb County’s largest annual beer, wine, and cocktail festival is back. In addition to the drinks, you’ll enjoy burgers, tacos, and pizza as you explore a vintage display of Packards and other classic cars. Ages 21 and up only. June 7. $46.89+. The Packard Proving Grounds, 49965 Van Dyke Ave., Shelby Township; Eventbrite.com.


Bloc Party

The British indie band will head out on its largest North American tour ever in celebration of the 20-year anniversary of its acclaimed debut record, Silent Alarm. The album recently garnered a new generation of fans when its track “This Modern Love” was featured in the black comedy thriller film Saltburn. June 7. $49.50+. Fox Theatre, 2211 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 313presents.com.


I’m with Her

Fusing elements of Americana, bluegrass, and folk music influences, this trio won a Grammy Award for best American roots song in 2020 for their single “Call My Name.” Their long-awaited sophomore album, Wild and Clear and Blue, is expected to drop this May. June 7 $31+. Michigan Theater, 603 E. Liberty St., Ann Arbor; theark.org.


Art in the Alley

Enjoy live art demonstrations and performances, shop goods from local artists and crafters, listen to live music and spoken word, and so much more. June 7. No cost for admission. Downtown Holly area; facebook.com.


Wayne County History Project Grand Opening

The first exhibit at the Wayne County History Project showcases the history of Redford, Westland, Livonia, Garden City, and Inkster. It will eventually open exhibits that cover other communities in Wayne County until it includes all 43. June 7. No cost for admission. Guardian Building, 500 Griswold St., Detroit; detroithistorical.org.


Meet Your Best Friend at the Paw Firm

Mike Morse Law Firm is hosting a pet adoption event where you can meet hundreds of adoptable pets, fill out applications to bring your new best friend home, and enjoy giveaways. June 7. Adoption fees apply. Mike Morse Law Firm, 24901 Northwestern Highway, Suite 700, Southfield; 855mikewins.com.


Lyon Township International Kite Festival

Watch gravity-defying kite stunts performed by professional flyers and enjoy live entertainment, food, and kids’ games and crafts. Festival goers even get a free kite, while supplies last. June 7-8. James F. Atchison Memorial Park, 58000 Grand River Ave., New Hudson; lyonevents.org.


Art Walk at MDC 2025

This year’s Art Walk will include work by featured artists Andrew Madvin, Susan Morosky, Boswell, Valeria Zozaya, and more. Keynote panels and art demonstrations, too. June 6. No cost for admission. Michigan Design Center, 1700 Stutz Drive, Troy; michigandesign.com.


Canterbury Village Medieval Faire

Take a step back in time to when knights, jesters, and princesses ruled the land. There will be roaming entertainment including musicians, minstrels, pipers, and fire-breathers. Plus, you’ll find plenty of food in the Gaelic pub, including turkey legs. June 7-8. Canterbury Village, 2325 Joslyn Court, Lake Orion; canterburyvillagemedievalfaire.com.


Lyon Township International Kite Festival

This 16th annual event includes demonstrations by world-renowned kit flyers, music, games, a magic show, and other live entertainment. Vendor booths, too. June 7-8. $10 parking. James Atchison Memorial Park, 58000 Grand River Ave., New Hudson; lyonevents.org.


Michigan Watercolor Society 78th Annual Exhibition

Juried by Chuck McPherson, this art show features watercolor creations by some talented members of MWCS. June 8-July 23. No cost for admission. Janice Charach Gallery, 6600 W. Maple Road, West Bloomfield; thejdetroit.org.