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Weekend Planner: Dream Cruise, Melon Fest and Team Kendal Kidz

Plan your weekend here.

Looking for something to do this weekend?

It might be pretty quiet in Hartland this weekend, but remember to check out our calendar for some local garage sales in the area.

And if you are looking to get out of town for the weekend, our neighboring communities have some fun things going on. Be sure to share any photos of your weekend fun in our Pics & Clips.

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  • Where: Nine communities along Woodward Avenue
  • When: Friday, Saturday and Sunday
  • Price: Free
  • Why go: Featuring classic cars, live music, family-friendly activities and more.

Howell Melon Fest

  • Where: Downtown Howell
  • When: Friday, Saturday and Sunday
  • Price: Free
  • Why go: Events such as the 35th Annual Melon Run, the 3rd Annual Melon Ball, Sidewalk Sales, live entertainment and family events including melon eating contest, seed spitting contest, bubble gum blowing contest, kids fun zone.

  • Where: Royal Oak Music Theater
  • When: Saturday, doors open at 6:30 p.m.
  • Price: $27, VIP- $52
  • Why go: Support a Hartland charity while listening to three bands perform.

  • Where: Woodward Ave in Berkley 
  • When: Saturday, 6 p.m.
  • Price: $150
  • Why go: This event in metro Detroit features local restaurants, Pommery Pop Champagne, live music, dancing and a viewing area along the 16 mile Dream Cruise route for classic car watching.


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