Downtown Flat Rock

News and Events in Flat Rock, Michigan

  • Business
  • DDA
  • Events
  • About
  • Contact

2025 November Election Unofficial Results

November 4, 2025 By Joe Pagano

Here are the unofficial results.

 

Link to city results,  11.04.25ElectionSummaryReportRPT

 

Filed Under: Events, Featured Tagged With: election results, flat rock mi, Flat Rock Michigan

Annual Spooktacular and Trunk or Treat is Saturday October 18th

September 14, 2025 By Joe Pagano

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

 

Filed Under: Events, Featured, Uncategorized Tagged With: Costume Contest, flat rock mi, Flat Rock Michigan, food, Halloween, SPOOKTACULAR

The New 2025 Flat Rock SummerBlast starts on Thursday, July 17th.

July 7, 2025 By Joe Pagano

Welcome to the NEW 2025 Flat Rock SummerBlast.  This year the SummerBlast has a new location, Community (City) Park on Gibraltar Road next to City Hall.  This year’s 3-day event runs for three days, July 17th-19th.

The gates open at 3PM on Thursday and Friday.  Live music on stage starts at 5PM on those days.  On Saturday the gates open at noon with the live music starting at 3PM

Here are the live event schedules.

 

 

 

The 2 day event also includes:

  • 3 day basketball tournament

  • Helicopter Rides

  • A Petting Zoo

  • Fun Foam Fest

  • Train ride

  • Splash Pad

  • Giant Castle Bounce House

  • Basketball tournament

  • Food

  • A DJ

  • Beer & Soft Drink Tent

  • Food Trucks & Vendors

Filed Under: Events, Featured Tagged With: basketball, Downtown Flat Rock, Flat Rock DDA, Flat Rock Michigan, flat-rock, riverfest, Summer Blast

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

July 4, 2025 By Joe Pagano

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!

Filed Under: Events, Featured, Uncategorized Tagged With: classic-cars, Cruzin' Flat Rock, Cruzin' HuRoc Park, Downtown Flat Rock, Flat Rock Michigan, huroc park

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

April 11, 2025 By Joe Pagano

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

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: business, Business forum, Flat Rock DDA, flat rock mi, Flat Rock Michigan, food, restaurant, shopping

  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • …
  • 39
  • Next Page »

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.

Newsletter

Helpful Links

  • City of Flat Rock
  • City-Data.com: Flat Rock, MI
  • Downriver Greenways
  • Flat Rock Community Center
  • Advertise with Us
  • Downtown Flat Rock on Facebook

More Links

  • Flat Rock Community Schools
  • Flat Rock Historical Society
  • Flat Rock Library
  • Wikipedia – Flat Rock, MI.

Contact Us

Email:
flatrock.dda@gmail.com
Phone:
(734) 782-2455

Newsletter

Copyright © · Downtown Flat Rock, Flat Rock MI · Website Design by Kaleidico Digital Marketing