Detroit Grand Prix, Ferndale Pride, VegFest, and more things to do this weekend in Metro Detroit

Published June 1, 2023 11:09 AM EDT

The first weekend of June kicks off with plenty of events, including the Detroit Grand Prix and Ferndale Pride.

Here's what's going on this weekend.

Detroit Grand Prix

  • Friday, June 2 through Sunday, June 4
  • Downtown Detroit

The races take to the street of Downtown Detroit this weekend.

In addition to the racing, concerts and other entertainment are scheduled during Grand Prix weekend.

VIEW: Detroit Grand Prix schedule

Bark on Biddle

  • Friday, June 2 through Sunday, June 4
  • Riverfront Parking Lot in Wyandotte

Bring your dog to Wyandotte for fun, including a dock jumping contest, a lure course, a puppy foam party, and more.

There's also fun for humans, including live music, beer, and oversized games.

Learn more.

Ferndale Pride 

  • Saturday, June 3 from 12:30-10 p.m.
  • Downtown Ferndale

Enjoy live entertainment, vendors, and more to kick off Pride Month.

See the full schedule and more here.

Looking for more Pride events? Check our guide.

Scavenger Safari & Walk

  • Saturday, June 3 at 7:30 a.m.
  • Detroit Zoo in Royal Oak

Form a team and compete in the scavenger hunt or just stroll through the zoo to support The Blood Cancer Foundation of Michigan.

For children ages 5-13 registration is $35, for participants ages 14 and up, registration is $50. Children under 5 are free.

Register here.

June Fest

  • Saturday, June 3 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Downtown St. Clair Shores

Enjoy live entertainment, food, yoga, and more in downtown St. Clair Shores for the annual June Fest.

Learn more.

Spring VegFest

  • Sunday, June 4 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • Sheds 5 & 6 at Detroit's Eastern Market

Enjoy plant-based foods, cooking demos, samples, shopping, and more at this festival dedicated to plant-based diets.

Head to Eastern Market Brewing Co. from 2-6 p.m. for the after-party and get $1 off your beer.

Admission is free. Learn more.

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