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Flat Rock Downtown Events in July of 2024

July 5, 2024 By Joe Pagano

Shop Hop – Date and Location Change

The Downtown Flat Rock Shop Hop has been combined with the Taste of Flat Rock on July 20th.  All venders are invited to show their products at the Taste.

The Shop Hop is brought to you by the Flat Rock DDA and Flat Rock Our Hometown.

Family Festival – July 17th

This year we have combined events to bring you the Family Festival.  The Festival includes Chalk-The-Walk, Movie in the Park with the addition of a Bounce house, Kids train rides, Corn Hole, Kids Crafts along with ice cream, food, snacks and drinks just in time for the movie at 6:30 PM. This combination of events makes for a delightful family evening at HuRoc Park on July 17th.

The festivities begin at 4PM with Chalk-The-Walk, supported by the Michelle Davis Group-Re/Max Masters and Biggby Coffee – Flat Rock. They are inviting artists of all ages to display their talents along the park’s 3/4 mile sidewalk. Additional attractions include a Bounce House, a Kids Train, Corn Hole, and various crafts and activities presented by the Flat Rock Recreation Dept. These activates run until the movie starts at 6:30PM.

The movie feature for the night is “Lilo & Stitch” will be shown on our BIG digital screen. The movie is supported by the Flat Rock DDA and local businesses.  A selection of popcorn, candy, and other snacks will for sale before and during the movie.

Fire Lake – July 18th

Fire Lake is a Michigan Based band that pays tribute to one of Michigan’s Favorite Rock-and Roll Icons, Bob Seger. Prepare yourself to feel the genuine passion of over 50 years of Seger hit songs and some rare gems that Seger fans appreciate. Rather it is a concert theatre event or an all-night Rock-and Roll dance party Fire Lake, and its Seger catalog has it covered.

Fire Lake starts at 6:30PM

Taste of Flat Rock – July 20th

 

This year’s Taste will run from Noon until 5. Because of the closure of Gibraltar Road, the Taste of Flat Rock has been relocated on Arsenal Road at HuRoc Park.  Arsenal Road will be closed in front of the park so the participating shops and Restaurants can have booths on the road. There will be face painting, a bounce house, and slide fir kids. Our DJ Michael will fill the air with Great Music and announcements.  This year you will have the park to keep you cool and a place to sit and enjoy your food.  As in the past, we will have all your favorite local food for you to sample.

Because of the Gibraltar Road closure and other activities, the Shop Hop has been combined with the Taste of Flat Rock.  So, as you are sampling all the great local food don’t forget to look at some of our local venders and artisans who will be presenting their UNIQUE goods for you.

For Food or Non-Food participant forms, CLICK HERE.  For more information contact Diane Parker at Biggby Coffee of Flat Rock.

NOTE: portions of Arsenal Road will be closed for the Taste of Flat Rock from 8 AM – 8 PM on July 20th.

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Summer Fun 2024 in Flat Rock

May 26, 2024 By Joe Pagano

The Flat Rock DDA and Flat Rock Our Hometown are excited to bring you the list of Summer Events for 2024.

Shop Hop

The Flat Rock DDA and Flat Rock Our Hometown are bringing back the Downtown Flat Rock Shop Hop.  The Shop Hop returns to the corner of East Huron River Drive and Church Street a few blocks east of Telegraph Road.

Come shop the streets of Downtown Flat Rock on the second Thursday in June, July and August. There will be local venders and artisans who will present their UNIQUE goods to you from 1-7pm.  Click Here for more details.

The Transit Brothers – June 20th

Transit Brothers

The Transit Brothers will be at HuRoc Park on Thursday June 20th.The band is an electrifying tribute band that celebrates the most legendary horn bands in history.  The band features a distinctive and powerful brass driven sound reminiscent of acclaimed groups like Chicago, Tower of power and Earth Wind and Fire.

Come check them out at HuRoc Park for their FREE Concert in the Park on June 20th starting at 6:30 pm.

New This Year – Family Fest

This year, Chalk-The-Walk and Movie in the Park will be combined for a delightful family evening at HuRoc Park on July 17th. The festivities begin in the afternoon with Chalk-The-Walk, supported by the Michelle Davis Group-Re/Max Masters and Biggby Coffee Flat Rock, inviting artists of all ages to display their talents along the park’s 3/4 mile sidewalk. Additional attractions include a Bounce House, a Kids Train, Corn Hole, and various crafts and activities available presented by the Flat Rock Recreation Dept. from 4-7 PM.

The movie “Lilo & Stitch” will be shown at 6:30 PM on our digital screen. The movie is supported by the Flat Rock DDA and local businesses.  A selection of popcorn, candy, and other snacks will be on offer. Stay tuned for more details. 

Fire Lake – July 18th

Fire Lake is a Michigan Based band that pays tribute to one of Michigan’s Favorite Rock-and Roll Icons, Bob Seger. Prepare yourself to feel the genuine passion of over 50 years of Seger hit songs and some rare gems that Seger fans appreciate. Rather it is a concert theatre event or an all night Rock-and Roll dance party Fire Lake, and its Seger catalog has it covered.

Taste of Flat Rock – July 20th

This year’s Taste will run from Noon until 5. We will be closing down E Huron River from Seneca to Garden Blvd and the participating shops and Restaurants will have booths on the road. There will be face painting, a bounce house, and slide fir kids. Our DJ Michael will fill the air with Great Music and announcements.  There will be tents to keep you cool and a place to sit and enjoy your food.  As in the past, we will have all your favorite local food for you to sample.

See you on July 20, 2024, for the Taste of Flat Rock.

Cruzin’ Flat Rock Car, Truck and Motorcycle Show – Saturday August 10th

The show is FREE and open to the public.

The 2024 Show includes.

  • Free Registration on site.
  • Trophies and Prizes Awarded.
  • All Classes and Styles of Cars, Trucks and Motorcycles are Welcome.
  • Motorcycles will have a registration within the show.
  • Registration runs 9 AM until Noon.
  • Show starts at 10 AM Ends at 3:45 PM
  • Registered cars, trucks and motorcycles will get 2 discounted shirts ($5 each)
  • Registered cars, trucks and motorcycles are entered into a door prize drawing.
  • FREE Event Shirt for former “Cruzin’” Trophy Winners. (You must bring your trophy to receive free shirt)
  • Awards and prizes at 3
  • The Cruise starts at 3:45 PM

Click here for Printable registration card or Click Here for Online Registration.

M-125 on August 15th.

M125 is a classic rock and dance band based in Monroe, Michigan.  The band will start at 6:30pm at HuRoc Park.

 

Movie In The Park – DC League of Super-Pets

DC League of Super-Pets is an animated action-adventure film that features Krypto the Super-Dog and his team of shelter pets. They embark on a mission to rescue Superman and the Justice League from a mysterious villain, discovering their own superpowers and learning to work together as a heroic squad.

Keep following us here and on facebook for updated information on these and our fall and winter events for 2024.

 

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9th Annual Spooktacular and Trunk or Treat is October 21st

September 19, 2023 By Joe Pagano

The 9th Annual Spooktacular and Trunk or Treat is Saturday October 21st. Spooktacular will take place on East Huron River between Telegraph and Garden Boulevard in Downtown Flat Rock.

All Businesses on East Huron River Drive will be open.

SPOOKTACULAR IS FREE AND OPEN TO PUBLIC.

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

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

 

Just a reminder….

Huron River will be closed to traffic prior to and during the event.

 

Business note: for those who want to participate, Click here for the form.

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Flat Rock Riverfest 2023

September 4, 2023 By Joe Pagano

The 2023 Riverfest is scheduled for Friday September 15h and Saturday September 16th.  The annual Riverfest Festival will be held in HuRoc Park at 28800 Arsenal Road in Flat Rock.  The Riverfest has been celebrated in HuRoc Park since 2011.  Below is the information on year’s festival.

Here is this year’s entertainment for the 2023 Riverfest

Friday, September  15, 2023 Saturday, September 16, 2023
Jimmy Auguier 4pm-5:30pm School of Rock Noon-2pm
M-125 6pm-8pm Five Towns Down 3pm-5pm
Atomic Radio 9pm-11pm Daniel Harrison & the $2 Highway 9pm-11pm

The Fireworks are scheduled for Friday Sept. 15th   Atomic Radio will break during fireworks and return after fireworks are over! 

SHOP/DINE LOCAL – SHOP/DINE IN FLAT ROCK

 

 

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Transit Brothers Live at HuRoc Park Thursday Aug. 24th at 6:30pm

July 3, 2023 By Joe Pagano

The Transit Brothers.

 

Transit Brother in Flat Rock, Mi. Thursday August 24, 2023.

The Transit Brothers date was cancelled.  It is rescheduled for Thursday August 24th.

Transit Brothers is a unique tribute band paying homage to the greatest and most widely recognized rock, funk, and blues horn sections from the 70s, 80s, and beyond. The band is committed to the live recreation of the best songs and biggest hits by bands and artists that feature large, lush, and hard-hitting horn sections. Currently serving the Downriver and Metro Detroit area, playing at HuRoc Park this Thursday from 6:30-8pm at the Gazebo on the island.

This is a concert is FREE thanks to our generous sponsor’s and presented by the Flat Rock DDA and Flat Rock Our Hometown.

Thank you to;

Atwater Street Taco
Atwater Paddle
Station 24
Biggby Flat Rock
Bobcean Funeral Home
C. E.  Raines Company -Riverview
Convenient Auto Care
Crest Ford
GLC Landscaping
First Merchants Bank
Grosse Ile Sprinkler
MD1 Urgent Care
Michael’s On The River
Michelle M Davis Group
Public Service Credit Union
RE/MAX Masters – Doris
Rite On Auto Sales
Rock-On Smokers
Hometown Ice Cream
Strands of Hair
Zick Law Agency

 

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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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