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 Date(s)Sunday, September 27th, 2026 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Event LocationFord Piquette Plant Museum, Detroit, MI
Event DescriptionThe Ford Piquette Avenue Plant Museum celebrates the invention of Model T with a birthday party including free rides, crafts for the kids, food and shopping. Activities in the museum’s first-floor event space are free. The line for free T rides will form at the historic front entrance. Birthday cake will be served at Noon while supplies last.
Event Date(s)Saturday, October 10th, 2026 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Event LocationFord Piquette Plant Museum, Detroit, MI
Event DescriptionCome show off your wheels! Detroit’s eclectic community of antique, classic, quirky and always fabulous rides. All are welcome. Free coffee and donuts while supplies last. A/C and restrooms are available on the first floor. There is Free Parking in the Museum lot and drivers of antique/classic cars will receive one free admission to the museum($20 value).
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 LocationPackard Proving Grounds, Shelby Twp., MI
Event DescriptionThis free community event celebrates the site's 99th birthday with a Cruise-In Car Show, Packard taxi rides, live music, food trucks, a bake sale, and more. The Open House is one of our most cherished traditions, bringing together families, car enthusiasts, and community members while supporting the ongoing preservation of this historic landmark.
Event Date(s)Saturday, October 3rd, 2026 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Event LocationImpression 5 Science Center
Event DescriptionCelebrate 60 years of Star Trek at the 12th annual How-To Halloween, a free outdoor festival packed with trick-or-treating, interactive attractions, costume contests, a killer car show, and a zombie walk. Attendees can step into a Starship Bridge Experience, meet the crew of the USS Tecumseh, and groove to cartoon-inspired power-pop hits from live performer The Shake Ups. The event also features creative vendors, character appearances, make-n-takes, and live entertainment. For a regular admission fee, guests can enter Impression 5 Science Center for special programming featuring celebrity guest Rob Miller, a creature designer, master sculptor, and FX makeup artist from SyFy’s Face Off.
Event TitlePackard Proving Grounds Historical Speaker Series
Event Date(s)Sunday, September 27th, 2026 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Event LocationPackard Proving Grounds, Shelby Township, MI
Event DescriptionThe Packard Proving Grounds continues its Historical Speaker Series with a lecture about the Hodge Estate in Stony Creek Nature Center presented by historian Charlie Shelton. He will explore the history of the Hodge family, the origins of their wealth and how their work helped to shape the automotive industry.
Event Date(s)Saturday September 26th, 2026 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Event LocationStahls Motors & Music Experience, New Baltimore, MI
Event DescriptionJoin us for an exciting afternoon dedicated to honoring and supporting our local Military Veterans! 🦅 This special partner event connects with the Macomb St. Clair Mega Cruise & Car Show, making it the perfect destination to finish your day of cruising! Bring your family, friends, and fellow community members out for a fantastic community gathering filled with classic cars, great food, music, and support for a great cause this September 26th!
Event Date(s)Sunday, October 4th, 2026 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Event LocationPackard Proving Grounds, Shelby Township, MI
Event DescriptionAlbert Kahn's impact extended far beyond his famous factories. Explore his collaborations with Packard leaders—James Packard, Henry Joy, Truman Newberry, Alvan Macauley, and Joseph Boyer—and see how their partnerships shaped Detroit’s automotive legacy. Presenter John Cole (Albert Kahn Associates, Albert Kahn Legacy Foundation) offers a unique behind-the-scenes look at the architect and visionaries who built an industry.
