Event Date(s)Sunday, July 28, 2024 12 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Event LocationWheelhouse Detroit Bike Shop
Event DescriptionDiscover how Detroit became the center of industry on this tour. The tour takes in the Globe Building, Dequindre Cut, Packard Plant, the GM Factory Zero (formerly Detroit-Hamtramck), Milwaukee Junction, New Center (old GM Headquarters and Fisher Building), and TechTown, where we will learn how industry is evolving with advanced technology. On the return trip, we will pass the Michigan Theatre, the location of Ford’s original workshop, the Bagley Garage. This tour includes an extended stop with a docent-led tour of the Ford Piquette Avenue Plant.
Event DescriptionShow your support for a local group that supports people with disabilities. Cruise starts at 4 and ends with a drive-in movie presentation of "E.T." that starts at dusk!
Event LocationDetroit Historical Museum, 5401 Woodward Ave, Detroit
Event DescriptionThis AMC Pacer was built for Dick Teague, the head of the American Motors Corporation (AMC) styling in 1975. The AMC Pacer project began in 1971 with a clean drawing board and ended with the “Hottest Car of 1975.” The Pacer was a new design on smaller compact cars of the 1970s and was made for its roominess, nearly as wide as a contemporary Cadillac Eldorado. The Pacer’s unique windows also provided passengers with near panoramic views from any seat in the car and helped fight small-car claustrophobia.
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)Friday, July 26th, 2024 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Event LocationFord Piquette Avenue Plant, Detroit, MI
Event DescriptionThe Ford Piquette Plant will host a history on the importance of the Milwaukee Junction neighborhood to the beginnings of the automotive industry. Milwaukee Junction, just east of the New Center, had automakers including Ford, Dodge, Cadillac, Studebaker, Anderson Electric and others, laid the foundation for Detroit becoming the automotive capital of the world. This event will take place at the museum and includes a complimentary crostini bar, followed by a theater presentation on the history of the area. Guests are then invited to enjoy a deep dive into the museum’s collection of rare antique vehicles all made in Milwaukee Junction. Tickets are $35 per person or $30 for museum members.
Event TitleDearborn Walking Tour with City Institute
Event Date(s)Saturday, July 27, 2024 1 - 3 p.m.
Event LocationDearborn Historical Museum Commandant's Quarters, 21950 Michigan Avenue, Dearborn, MI
Event DescriptionThis tour series is generously sponsored by MotorCities. The city of Dearborn has traditionally been known for its connections to the Ford Motor Company, which brought people from all across the world to the Metro Detroit region. The influence of the automotive industry persists even today with factories, facilities, historic homesteads, and even museums. So, what does Dearborn look like today? On this tour, you will learn how the past and present of this city are interwoven, meet the people leading some exciting new projects and see the innovations and adaptations of this important city in the Metro Detroit region.
Event Date(s)Saturday, July 27, 2024 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Event LocationGilmore Car Museum, Hickory Corners, MI
Event DescriptionThe 37th annual MOPARs at the Red Barns Show and Swap Meet is West Michigan’s largest all-Chrysler products car show. The show will feature over 350 muscle cars plus antiques! Allowed on the show field will be any car, truck, or other forms of transportation of any year manufactured by or for “Chrysler” including, but not limited to, Chrysler, Dodge, Plymouth, Desoto, Ram, Jeep, etc. This does not include vehicles manufactured by another automaker before being acquired by “Chrysler” or vehicles manufactured by companies with controlling interest in “Chrysler.”
Event Date(s)Sunday, August 4th, 2024 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Event LocationColumbia Center, Troy, MI
Event DescriptionTroy’s premier automotive festival the 16th Annual Troy Traffic Jam will be held on Sunday, August 4th from 10 am to 3 pm. This automotive festival will feature legacy vehicles, favorite classics, and high-end exotics for everyone to enjoy! This year the Troy Traffic Jam will be celebrating two notable automotive anniversaries: the 60th anniversary of the GTO and the 60th anniversary of the Mustang! There will be lots of events for everyone at the Troy Traffic Jam including pedal car races for younger car enthusiasts, Tech Talks with leading designers, and demonstrations from local robotics teams. This event is Free to the public and registration to show your vehicle is $25 in advance or $30 at the festival.
Event Date(s)Saturday July 27th, 2024 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Event LocationPontiac Transportation Museum, Pontiac, MI
Event DescriptionThe Pontiac Transportation Museum will be hosting its Grand Opening Ceremony with extended hours on Saturday July 27th. There will be numerous events during a full day of festivities which will feature a ribbon-cutting which starts at 5 p.m. Cars are the Stars come and see the GTO “Tiger Pit” celebrating the icon’s 60th Birthday! There will be behind the scenes tours and see all your favorite cars inside and out. There will be music and special guests featured throughout the day with a special live band performance. There will be food trucks and local fare featured throughout the event and Fun for everyone.
