Event LocationHenry Ford Museum of American Innovation
Event DescriptionPresented by General Motors, the first comprehensive exhibition covering various forms of American auto racing, including stock car, sports car, drag racing, Indy car, hill climb and land-speed racing, is now open in Dearborn. The 24,000 square-foot exhibit provides visitors an in-depth look at the people, the experiences, the culture, the spectacle, the risks and the innovations centered in the world of American auto sports.
Event TitleAchievement: African Americans' Accomplishments & Contributions in Automotive Exhibit
Event Date(s)On Display Now!
Event LocationAutomotive Hall of Fame, Dearborn, MI
Event DescriptionThe contributions Black Americans have made to the automotive industry have not been celebrated or even fully captured and shared. Very little effort has even been made to conduct the required research to identify the individuals, much less curate an exhibit on their accomplishments. The Automotive Hall of Fame recognizes that these are important stories that need to be told.
Event LocationSloan Museum of Discovery, Flint, MI
Event DescriptionThe new Distracted Driving interactive game helps drivers see the dangers of driving while distracted and emphasizes the important message of vehicle safety. The new exhibit was supported by a 2024 MotorCities Challenge Grant. Cellphones, text messages music, podcasts and other drivers on the road are introduced to your virtual vehicle while you play. The exhibit actually asks visitors to drive while simultaneously texting messages to friends. The resulting virtual accidents that take place have monetary “costs” assigned based on vehicle damage. Upon completing the course, visitors will see the costs of distracted driving, as well as receive messaging on the dangers of texting while driving. The Distracted Driving Simulator is located in the Museum's Durant Gallery and is free with general admission.
Event Date(s)Saturday, June 27th, 2026 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Event LocationMichigan Firehouse Museum, Ypsilanti, MI
Event DescriptionJoin the Michigan Firehouse Museum as it hosts a Michigan Wine Tasting Event at the museum. Explore this exceptional fire history museum while sampling wines from 12 different Michigan wineries, as well as one local distiller and one craft brewery. There will be various additional food and craft vendors.
Event Date(s)Friday, June 26th, 2026 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Event LocationStahls Motors & Music Experience, New Baltimore, MI
Event DescriptionJoin the Stahls Motors & Music Experience for their Barrels & Barn Finds night benefitting Autism Awareness and Support. There will be a strolling-dinner with a beer and wine cash bar. Bourbon tasting and Wayne Carini to talk about his adventures in Barn Finds. Tickets and sponsorships are still available.
Event TitleClassic Pontiac Cars Parade through Pontiac
Event Date(s)Friday, June 26th, 2026 6 p.m.
Event LocationDowntown Pontiac, MI
Event DescriptionJoin the city of Pontiac as well as the Pontiac Transportation Museum to celebrate Pontiac Motor’s 100th Birthday! There will be a Parade of Classic Pontiac Cars through downtown Pontiac, the parade will start at 6:30 p.m., at the OLHSA Building which was the original Pontiac Motors Headquarters in 1926. Come to the city for a fun night of great cars and history.
Event DescriptionThe 2026 Pontiac-Oakland Club International Convention will close with a large car show and SWAP Meet at the Oakland Expo Center. Come to celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the Pontiac Motor Company.
