Now that the Ann Arbor Art Fair is over and June is behind us, it can feel like crunch time to get some summer experiences before the students come back next month. One of the perks of living in a college town is enjoying a quieter campus during the summer, making it the perfect time to take a leisurely stroll, visit a museum, enjoy the gardens, or simply soak up the beautiful scenery. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing afternoon or a chance to rediscover your community, there’s still plenty of time to make the most of summer before the season slips away.
Visit U of M’s Campus
- Kelsey Museum of Archaeology (434 S State Street)
- Visit their website to learn more about accessibility and parking.
- Nichols Arboretum (1610 Washington Heights)
- Visit their website to learn more about accessibility and parking.
- U of M Museum of Art (UMMA) (525 S. State Street)
- Visit their website to learn more about accessibility and parking.
- U of M Museum of Natural History (1105 N. University Avenue)
- Visit their website or call (734) 764-0478 for accessibility information.
- U of M Music, Theater, and Dance (locations vary)
- Offers a variety of concerts and performances (many free of charge!)
Other Ann Arbor Attractions
- Matthaei Botanical Gardens (1800 N. Dixboro Road)
- Visit their website to learn more about accessibility and parking.
- Kerrytown Market & Shops (407 N 5th Avenue)
- Visit their website for a directory and parking information.
Don’t forget about Ypsilanti
- Depot Town Cruise Nights
- Every Thursday night in the summer, Depot Town closes streets to traffic and welcomes classic cars and hosts an artists market.
- John E. Lawrence Summer Jazz Festival (9075 S. Huron River Drive)
- Runs Fridays from July 31st through August 28th
- Bring your own lawn chairs.
- $20 event parking.
- Call (734) 635-5446 for more information.
Catch a movie
- Senior Movie Discounts via Senior Resource Connect
- Dementia Friendly Cinema
Take a dip in the pool
- Swimming for Healthy Aging via Senior Resource Connect
Stroll at a farmer’s market
- Ann Arbor Farmers Market (315 Detroit Street)
- Summer Hours:
- Wednesdays & Saturdays 7:00 am- 3:00 pm
- Summer Hours:
- Chelsea Farmers Market
- Summer Hours:
- Wednesdays 10:00 am- 3:00 pm at Chelsea State Bank (1010 S. Main Street)
- Saturdays 8:00 am- 1:00 pm at Palmer Commons (304 S. Main Street)
- Summer Hours:
- Dexter Farmers Market (3233 Alpine Street)
- Summer Hours:
- Tuesdays 11:00 am- 3:00 pm
- Saturdays 8:00 am- 1:00 pm
- Summer Hours:
- Manchester Farmers Market at Chi Bro Park (209 Ann Arbor Street)
- Summer Hours:
- Thursdays 3:00- 7:00 pm
- Summer Hours:
- Pittsfield Township Farmers Market at the Pittsfield Charter Township Administration Building (6201 W Michigan Avenue in Ann Arbor)
- Summer Hours:
- Thursdays 2:00-6:00 pm
- Summer Hours:
- Saline Farmers Market (downtown Saline)
- Summer Hours:
- Saturdays 8:00 am- noon
- Summer Hours:
- Westside Ann Arbor Farmers Market (2501 Jackson Avenue)
- Summer Hours:
- Thursdays 3:00-7:00 pm
- Summer Hours:
- Whitmore Lake Farmers Market at Community Park (9725 Main Street)
- Summer Hours:
- Sundays 10:00 am- 2:00 pm
- Summer Hours:
- Ypsilanti Farmers Market (16 S. Washington Street)
- Summer Hours:
- Tuesdays 3:00-7:00 pm
- Saturdays 9:00 am- 1:00 pm
- Don’t forget about Senior Project FRESH to make your dollars stretch farther.
- Summer Hours:
Happy summer!