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Dec 12, 2025
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8 min read
Discover the best things to do in Ann Arbor, Dexter, Ypsilanti & surrounding towns this week. Holiday markets, Santa events, family activities & live music (Dec 12–17).
Nov 21, 2025
9 min read
New A2 Restaurants, Local Events & Holiday Happenings: Nov 21–26, 2025
Dec 4, 2025
New A2 Coffee Shops + A2 Gift Shop, holiday parades in Dexter, Chelsea & Saline + Kindlefest, live music, and more!
May 7, 2026
5 min read
Cat shows, wildflower hikes, plant sales, drag bingo, Mother’s Day events, and new restaurants + cafes opening around Ann Arbor, Dexter, Saline, and Ypsi.
Apr 17, 2026
New businesses & restaurants opening in Ann Arbor, Dexter & Chelsea + a lineup of local events and live music throughout the Ann Arbor area!
Mar 19, 2026
Mar 12, 2026
Your local guide to what’s happening around Ann Arbor, Dexter, Chelsea & Ypsilanti this week — from St. Patrick’s celebrations and Pi Day pie to artisan markets, TEDx talks, and live music all over town.
Feb 27, 2026
7 min read
Brick Bash LEGO Show, Ann Arbor Ice Carving Festival, Chelsea's 1st Chili Cook-Off, live music & more
Feb 20, 2026
Hunã Cocktail Bar Opens in Ann Arbor, U-M Gymnastics 50th Anniversary & Local Winter Events
Feb 13, 2026
Valentine's Events, Live Music, Ziggi's Coffee Opening in Dexter & more
Feb 5, 2026
Two new spots just opened in Ann Arbor: Espy Cafe and Eat Thai Ann Arbor. Here’s what to know — plus Valentine’s & Galentine's Day events, weekend happenings, and live music around Ann Arbor.
