Photo courtesy of the city of Dearborn American country music artist, songwriter and television personality Kellie Pickler will headline the entertainment at the city of Dearborn’s 35th annual Homecoming festival Aug. 1 to 3. Pickler will perform on the Main Stage at 8:30 p.m. Aug. 2. Free music major feature at festival DEARBORN – American country music artist, songwriter and television personality Kellie Pickler will bring her “Red High Heels” to Dearborn as the headline act of the 35th annual Homecoming festival Aug. 1 to … [Read more...] about Kellie Pickler headlines Main Stage entertainment at Homecoming
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150 classic car cruisers to kick off annual Homecoming festival
Times-Herald file photo Cruisin’ Dearborn once again will kick off the annual Dearborn Homecoming festival Friday at Ford Field Park in Dearborn. The event will include food, fun and entertainment. DEARBORN — Classic cars will once again cruise the streets of Dearborn to kick off the festivities at the 2014 Dearborn Homecoming festival at the Cruisin’ Dearborn Friday. The cruise, presented by Community Alliance Credit Union will begin at 7 p.m. at the Dearborn Police Department, 16099 Michigan Ave., and will run along … [Read more...] about 150 classic car cruisers to kick off annual Homecoming festival
Discounted tickets for Homecoming carnival on sale online
Photo courtesy of the city of Dearborn More than two dozen rides will make for exciting family fun. All-day wristbands $14 when purchased online through July 31; $20 during festival Aug. 1-3 DEARBORN – Festival-goers attending the city’s Homecoming festival can save money when purchasing all-day wristbands through July 31 for the carnival at Ford Field Park Aug. 1 to 3. Online advanced sales of all-day wristbands are $14, which includes a $1 service fee for each wristband purchased. That equals $6 in savings compared to the … [Read more...] about Discounted tickets for Homecoming carnival on sale online
Food truck vendors return to 2014 Homecoming
Photo courtesy of the city of Dearborn Food trucks return in 2014, adding to the food selection and supporting Dearborn nonprofits Non-profit groups to benefit from the sales; traditional food booths still in operation DEARBORN – A popular attraction when introduced at the 2013 Homecoming festival, a variety of food trucks will return to the Food Court area at this year’s festival, Friday through Sunday at Ford Field Park, 22051 Cherry Hill. From 4 to 11 p.m. Friday, and from noon to 11 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, … [Read more...] about Food truck vendors return to 2014 Homecoming
Kellie Pickler to headline 2014 Homecoming festival
Photo courtesy of the city of Dearborn Kellie Pickler will headline the entertainment at the city of Dearborn’s 35th annual Homecoming. Pickler will perform at 8:30 p.m. Aug. 2 on the Main Stage. Popular country artist to play Main Stage Aug. 2 DEARBORN – American country music artist, songwriter and television personality Kellie Pickler will bring her “Red High Heels” to town as the headline act of the 35th annual Homecoming festival. She will perform on the Main Stage at 8:30 p.m. Aug. 2. The free annual festival, … [Read more...] about Kellie Pickler to headline 2014 Homecoming festival
Free and affordable family activities at Homecoming Aug. 1-3
Photo courtesy of the city of Dearborn A spaghetti eating contest is one of the free wacky contests available at Homecoming. The contests are for children of all ages Aug. 2 and 3. Buy carnival tickets online now for best deal DEARBORN – Families looking to have fun without breaking the bank can find plenty to do at Dearborn’s Homecoming festival Friday through Sunday, including carnival rides, children’s games, wacky contests, inflatable rides and live entertainment all weekend long. Fireworks displays on Saturday and … [Read more...] about Free and affordable family activities at Homecoming Aug. 1-3
Homecoming fundraising benefits community
Photo courtesy of the city of Dearborn Nonprofit groups raised about $70,000 in 2013, which was invested back into the city. More than 30 nonprofits participate DEARBORN – Dearborn’s Homecoming Friday through Sunday at Ford Field Park offers more than just fireworks, entertainment and delicious food. It offers a chance to support more than 30 nonprofit groups, which are raising funds for, or awareness of, their positive work in the community. In 2013, nonprofit groups raised about $70,000, which was invested back into … [Read more...] about Homecoming fundraising benefits community
State changes alcohol policy for Homecoming
DEARBORN – Because of a new directive from the Michigan Liquor Control Commission, visitors to Homecoming should be prepared for a change at the annual festival. In 2014, all alcohol must be purchased and consumed within four designated areas of the festival grounds to meet the state’s requirements. The state’s directive means better control of alcohol consumption at the festival grounds. Visitors cannot leave a designated area with alcohol and travel through the festival grounds. Visitors cannot take their drinks from one … [Read more...] about State changes alcohol policy for Homecoming
Free shuttles offered from Dearborn High School
Photo courtesy of the city of Dearborn School buses will offer free rides from Dearborn High School to the festival grounds. Parking is free at Dearborn High. Parking on the festival grounds is $10; $7 for second entry; $5 and $3 festival rate in business district DEARBORN — Make your visit to Homecoming as easy as possible by using the free shuttle services offered by the city. Parking rates on the Homecoming grounds at Ford Field Park during the festival are $10. Coupons will be given with payment of the $10, good for … [Read more...] about Free shuttles offered from Dearborn High School
Chamber All-Stars Day returns for special needs children, adults
Times-Herald file photo The Dearborn Area Chamber of Commerce Special All-Stars Day will kick off Dearborn Homecoming from 9 a.m. to noon Aug. 1 at the north end of Ford Field Park. Free event Aug. 1 at Ford Field DEARBORN – Kicking off the city’s annual three-day Homecoming festival once again is the Special All-Stars Day event from 9 a.m.-noon Friday at Ford Field Park, 22051 Cherry Hill. The festival opens early to special needs children and adults and gives them an opportunity to enjoy select rides and have some fun in … [Read more...] about Chamber All-Stars Day returns for special needs children, adults