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Annual Spooktacular and Trunk or Treat is Saturday October 18th

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The 11th Annual Spooktacular and Trunk or Treat event is scheduled for Saturday, October 18th, from 3-5pm. The festivities will be held on East Huron River Drive, between Telegraph and Garden Boulevard, in Downtown Flat Rock.

All Businesses on East Huron River Drive will be open, but the road will be closed.

The Fun starts at 3PM including

  • Costume Contests
  • Bounce House
  • Music,
  • Food
  • Clown Balloons Creations and
  • Prizes

TRUNK OR TREAT STARTS AT 3:00 PM

DOG COSTUME CONTEST AT 4:00 PM

CHILDREN COSTUME CONTEST AT 4:30PM

NOTE: time is approximate.

This event is FUN for the entire family including the family dog.

Wear Your Best Halloween Costume!  See You There!

 

Just a reminder….

East Huron River Drive will be closed to traffic both before and during the event.

 

Business note: for those who want to participate, Click Here for participation form.

DINE LOCAL – DINE FLAT ROCK

SHOP LOCAL – SHOP FLAT ROCK

 

Third Annual Food Craft Rally on Telegraph Road in Downtown Flat Rock

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Flat Rock DDA and Flat Rock Our Hometown are presenting the Third Annual Food Craft Rally on Saturday September 6th.  The Rally will once again take place at the Family Farm and Home Plaza on Telegraph Road in Flat Rock.  Stop by and enjoy all the crafters and food from noon to 7pm.

There will be over 50 Artisans, crafters and food trucks and vendors.  Along with the Food and Craft booths there will be a Bounce House, Music and games for the kids.

Crafters who want to join us can fill out the linked forms and sent them to the listed email.

Crafter and Food form.

Rally Form

12th Annual Cruzin’ Flat Rock Car, Truck and Motorcycle Show

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12th Annual Cruzin’ Flat Rock Car, Truck and Motorcycle Show

Presented by Flat Rock Our Hometown, the Flat Rock Downtown Development Authority, and the Flat Rock Community Foundation

Date: Saturday, August 9, 2025
Location: 28800 Arsenal Road, Flat Rock, MI (across from HuRoc Park, one block west of Telegraph)

Title Sponsors for 2025:

                 

Show Details:

  • FREE for cars and trucks
  • First 100 registered receive a FREE 2025 Cruzin’ Flat Rock Dash Plaque
    (Pre-registration highly recommended)
  • Open and free to the public
  • Family-friendly event
  • DJ and Live Music
  • On-site food vendors and nearby restaurants

Motorcycle Show:

  • People’s Choice Award (Trophy + Prize)
  • Motorcycle registration within the show

Schedule:

  • Registration: 9:00 AM – Noon
  • Show Time: 10:00 AM – 3:45 PM
  • Trophy and Door Prize Presentation: 2:45 PM
  • Cruise Start: 3:45 PM

Registration Perks:

  • FREE online and on-site registration
  • Trophies and prizes awarded
  • All classes and styles welcome
  • 2 discounted shirts ($5 each) per registered vehicle
  • Additional shirts: $10 each
  • FREE shirt for former trophy winners (bring/display trophy)
  • Entered into door prize drawings (every 30 minutes)

Special Attractions:

  • Grand Prix car on site
  • 50/50 raffle benefiting Flat Rock Animal Shelter
  • Flat Rock Train Depot open (FREE, 11 AM–2 PM)
  • DJ Michael from 10 AM
  • Live performance at 11 AM

Cruise Details:

  • Begins at 3:45 PM
  • Starts near the park entrance at Arsenal Road
  • Crosses Telegraph
  • All registered makes and models welcome
  • Show winners lead the cruise
  • Guided route
  • All traffic laws must be obeyed

Show Entry & Parking Info:

  • Entry: Arsenal and West Huron River Drive (near HuRoc Park sign)
  • Visitor Parking: Atwater, East Huron River, and Gibraltar Roads

Pre-Registration Steps:

  1. Scan the QR code with your phone       
  2. Follow the link and complete the form
  3. Submit the form
  4. Retrieve registration form on event day

At the Show:

  • Park vehicle
  • Visit Registration Table → Pre-Registration Line
  • Pick up 2 discounted shirts
  • Place completed Registration Card on windshield

Printable Forms Available:

  • Downloadable online CLICK HERE for form
  • In show booklets at local supporting retailers

Support Our Sponsors:

  • Businesses listed in the show booklets make this event FREE
  • Please support and thank them!

Thank You to All of Our Sponsors!

2025 SummerBlast Vendor Information

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This years SummerBlast has a new location.  The 2025 SummerBlast is scheduled for three days, July 17th-19th and will take place at Community (City) Park on Gibraltar Road next to City Hall.

Please NOTE the application deadline change of date to July 1, 2025.

Here is the general information for our 2025 vendors including application and instructions.

Dear Vendor Applicant,

Attached is the application packet for the 2025 Flat Rock Festival. Your application deadline is July 1, 2025. We will be selecting only several vendors with the same merchandise and some vendors there will only be one of its kind. So, the sooner you send in your application the better. Once your application and fee has been received and your application is accepted, you will receive a letter of confirmation. Space assignments will be given during check-in Thursday, July 17, 2025, 9 am – 2:30 pm.

Your application and photos will be reviewed to ensure proper placement as well as the diversity of products offered. Festival staff will accept applications based on product, display and diversity of products compared to vendors approved prior to your application. We limit the number and type of vendors, so it’s important to get your application to us as soon as possible.

Please be sure to read the festival regulations and let us know if you have any questions. We look forward to working with you!

Regards,

Vendor Committee

To apply, read and sign the application, hold harmless agreement and rules and regulations agreements.

Once you have completed and sign the agreements,

Make checks payable to the

FLAT ROCK FOUNDATION

then send to following address:
Flat Rock Summer Blast
P.O. BOX 981
Flat Rock, Michigan 48134

All forms Must be filled out and post marked by July 1, 2025.

Vendor Application (food, craft, non-profit, commercial)

2025 DDA Business Expo & Taste Tour April 16th at Stone Creek Hall

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You’re Invited!
2025 Flat Rock DDA Business Expo – Dine \ Shop Local

Join us for the 2025 Flat Rock Downtown Development Authority (DDA) Business Expo, where we’re celebrating and promoting our amazing local businesses under the theme Dine \ Shop Local!

📍 Location: Stone Creek Banquet Hall
Flat Rock Community Center, 1 Maguire Ave.
(Just west of I-75 off the Gibraltar Road exit)

📅 Date: Wednesday, April 16th
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
🎟️ Admission: FREE and open to the public!

This fun, family-friendly event is your chance to:

  • Sample delicious food from local restaurants and food vendors

  • Connect with local businesses and crafters

  • Enter raffles, giveaways, and prize drawings hosted by participating businesses and the Flat Rock DDA

Whether you’re a long-time resident or new to the area, come discover everything Flat Rock has to offer—all under one roof!

Support your community. Eat local. Shop local. See you at the Expo!

DINE/SHOP LOCAL – DINE/SHOP FLAT ROCK

WELCOME TO FLAT ROCK

The first Euro-American settlers in Flat Rock were Michael Vreeland and his five grown sons between 1811 and 1820. Michael had been captured by British Rangers during the Revolutionary War and released after American independence.

The family purchased 800 acres (3.2 km2). The town was called the Village of Vreeland until 1838 when the Vreeland family sold off the majority of the land and relinquished control of the area. The Vreeland families built the first grain and lumber mill, having brought the grinding stones from New York.

Descendants of Michael Vreeland still live in the town and attend Flat Rock public schools, being the seventh generation to reside in the town their family founded.

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