Photo courtesy of the city of Dearborn War will hit the Main Stage at 8:30 p.m. Aug. 4, preceding the fireworks. Dearborn festival Aug. 3-5 also features Riot House, Thornetta Davis, Laith Al-Saadi DEARBORN – War, the longtime feel-good funk and rock band, is in the spotlight on the Main Stage at this year’s 33rd Annual Homecoming festival in Dearborn Aug. 3-5. The band members, favorites at festivals across the country, will engage the audience as they join in singing and dancing to “The World is a Ghetto,” “All Day … [Read more...] about War to headline 2012 Homecoming
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Free, low-cost family activities featured; discount carnival tickets available in advance
Photo courtesy of the city of Dearborn Plenty of wacky games, like the spaghetti slurp and the hula hoop contest, are free at Dearborn’s Homecoming festival Friday through Sunday. Winners receive medals and get the “Olympic” treatment. 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 … [Read more...] about Free, low-cost family activities featured; discount carnival tickets available in advance
Carnival wrist bands available in advance, on site
Photos courtesy of the city of Dearborn Carnival-goers enjoy rides at Dearborn’s Homecoming festival, which this year is Aug. 3 to 5 at Ford Field Park. Discount all-day wrist bands are available for $13 through 11:59 p.m. Aug. 2 at www.cityofdearborn.org All-day wrist bands $13 when purchased online in advance; $18 during festival Aug. 3-5 DEARBORN – Discount all-day wrist bands for the 2012 Homecoming carnival are available through Aug. 2. Advanced sales of all-day wrist bands are $12, plus a $1 service fee, from … [Read more...] about Carnival wrist bands available in advance, on site
Sponsors make fireworks, entertainment, activities possible
DEARBORN — The 2012 Homecoming festival at Ford Field Park Friday through Sunday promises a weekend full of fun for the 33rd year. Homecoming is a project of the city of Dearborn and the nonprofit Dearborn Community Fund, and it is made possible because of sponsors that cover a significant amount of the cost of the festival. A favorite tradition for many Dearborn area residents, Homecoming also is one of the most important fundraisers for numerous non-profit groups that serve the local community. In 2012, for the third … [Read more...] about Sponsors make fireworks, entertainment, activities possible
Community benefits from the funds raised
Photo courtesy of the city of Dearborn The Exchange Club of Dearborn is one of three dozen nonprofit groups that raise money to support good causes in Dearborn during Homecoming, which this year is Friday through Sunday. More than 30 participate through fundraising, activities or information at the festival Aug 3-5 at Ford Field Park DEARBORN – Dearborn’s annual Homecoming festival takes place Friday through Sunday at Ford Field Park, and even though it is in its 33rd year, many people may be surprised to learn that the … [Read more...] about Community benefits from the funds raised
Fireworks blanket policy for 2011 Homecoming:
DEARBORN — Homecoming is known for its spectacular fireworks on Saturday and Sunday nights. There is, however, is a policy regarding reserving space on the hill to watch the fireworks. People can put their blankets on the hill after 8 a.m. on Saturday and after 8 a.m. on Sunday. All blankets must be removed by midnight both nights. The size of a blanket is limited to no more than 8 feet by 8 feet. This policy is designed to accommodate as many families as possible to watch the fireworks. No stakes are allowed to secure the … [Read more...] about Fireworks blanket policy for 2011 Homecoming:
‘Frontiers — The Journey Tribute’ and ‘Hotel California — A Salute to the Eagles’ to headline Dearborn’s 2011 Homecoming
Hotel California — A Salute to the Eagles will perform at 8 p.m. Sunday on the Main Stage, preceding fireworks which will close out the festival. Larry Lee and the Back in the Day Band also to perform during festival DEARBORN – You won’t have to “stop believing” as “Frontiers — The Journey Tribute,” takes center stage at this year’s 32nd Homecoming festival Friday through Sunday. The band will rock out on the Main Stage at Ford Field Park on at 8:30 p.m. Saturday. Touring all across the United States and … [Read more...] about ‘Frontiers — The Journey Tribute’ and ‘Hotel California — A Salute to the Eagles’ to headline Dearborn’s 2011 Homecoming
Homecoming helps nonprofits give back to the community
Many Dearborn nonprofit groups participate in Homecoming to raise money for the Dearborn community and beyond. Photos here show Dearborn Outer Drive Kiwanis Club and the plastic amphibians used in the Turbo Turtle Derby down the Rouge River, the Dearborn Exchange Club, the Dearborn Firefighters Burn Drive and the vegetables that support their renowned Free Corn on the Cob booth, and the cooks behind the Polish League of American Veterans Post 75. More than 30 participate through fundraising, activities or information at the … [Read more...] about Homecoming helps nonprofits give back to the community
Free Homecoming shuttles offered Aug. 5-7 from Dearborn High School and West Village Drive
Parking on the festival grounds is $10; $5 festival rate in business district DEARBORN — Make your visit to Homecoming Friday through Sunday as easy as possible by using the free shuttle services offered by the city. This year, the free shuttles may be even more valuable, as parking rates have been increased to $10 on the Homecoming grounds at Ford Field Park, and new rates apply in the west Dearborn business district, including on Sunday during the festival. Two free shuttle options exist: free parking and free shuttle … [Read more...] about Free Homecoming shuttles offered Aug. 5-7 from Dearborn High School and West Village Drive
Discounted tickets for Homecoming carnival on sale now
Dearborn’s Homecoming festival Friday to Sunday will feature 26 rides. All-day wrist bands can be purchased at a discount online through 11:59 p.m. Thursday at www.wadeshowsinc.com. All-day wrist bands $13 when purchased online in advance; $18 during festival Aug. 5-7 DEARBORN — The public can save $5 on the price of a Homecoming all-day carnival wrist band if purchased before Friday. Advanced sales of all-day wrist bands are $12, plus a $1 service fee, until 11:59 p.m. Thursday at www.wadeshowsinc.com. The … [Read more...] about Discounted tickets for Homecoming carnival on sale now