Downtown Brighton, Michigan

06/12/2026

Downtown Brighton is the place to be this Saturday!

The Optimist Club is celebrating its 40th Annual Free Fishing Derby for kids — a fun-filled morning tradition that gets young anglers out by the water and making memories. 🎣
Event begins at 8:00 AM. If you haven’t registered yet, you can sign up here: https://brightonoptimist.org/fishing-derby

While you’re downtown, don’t miss the Farmers Market running from 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM — fresh produce, local goods, and all your favorite vendors in one spot. 🌿🍅

A perfect Saturday morning of community, family fun, and local flavor in Brighton!

06/11/2026

🎸 ONE WEEK FROM TODAY! 🎸

Sponge is bringing the rock to The AMP at Millpond Park for one of the biggest concerts of the summer! 🤘

Come early for a special tribute to local veterans beginning at 6:30 PM as we celebrate America's 250th Anniversary. 🇺🇸

🎶 Special guest Lincoln Parsons opens the show before Sponge takes the stage!

Don't forget to stop by the merch tent for Live at Millpond Park T-shirts and trucker hats. Proceeds support the Taste of Brighton Fireworks Show. 🎆 Cash only.

Bring your lawn chairs, your friends, and your rock-and-roll spirit—we'll see you at The AMP!

06/08/2026

🎉 Another fun-filled week is happening in Downtown Brighton! Mark your calendars and join us for these great community events:

💃 Monday, June 8 – Swing at the AMP | 7 PM
🎶 Tuesday, June 9 – Free Summer Band Concert | 7 PM
🎸 Wednesday, June 10 – Turn Up the AMP Concert | 7 PM
🎣 Saturday, June 13 – Kids Fishing Derby | 8 AM
🌽 Saturday, June 13 – Farmers Market | 8 AM

Whether you're dancing, listening to live music, casting a line, or shopping local, there's something for everyone this week. We can't wait to see you downtown!

06/04/2026

Click the link for all the important details: https://www.brightoncitymi.gov/news_detail_T2_R709.php

06/03/2026

🎣🐟 Reel in some family fun at the Kids' Fishing Derby! 🐟🎣

Grab your fishing pole and join The Brighton Optimist Club on Saturday, June 13, for a morning of outdoor adventure, friendly competition, and plenty of fish tales!

Whether you're a seasoned young angler or casting a line for the very first time, this is a great opportunity to enjoy the outdoors and make lasting memories.

Don't miss this fin-tastic community tradition! 🌞🎣

👉 Visit https://brightonoptimist.org/fishing-derby for event details, registration information, and everything you need to know before you cast your line.

Who’s ready to catch the big one? 🐠🏆

06/01/2026

🎶 It's Swing at the AMP tonight! Grab your dancing shoes and head to the AMP for an evening of music, dancing, and fun. The festivities begin at 7 PM! 💃🕺

05/29/2026

☀️🎉 The Children's Summer Series is back at the AMP! 🎉☀️

The Brighton Arts and Culture Commission is excited to welcome families back for another summer of free Wednesday morning fun!

Join us every Wednesday at 10:00 AM throughout June and July for a variety of kid-friendly entertainment, including live music, magic shows, dance parties, interactive performances, and more. Each week offers a new adventure and plenty of opportunities for children to laugh, learn, and make lasting summer memories.

All events are free and open to the public. Bring your family, invite your friends, and enjoy a summer full of fun at the AMP!

🎶 Wednesdays at 10:00 AM
🎩 June & July
📍 The AMP
💲 Free Admission

We look forward to seeing you there! 🌞👨‍👩‍👧‍👦✨ And stay tuned for individual events listings.

05/28/2026

Come one, come all - happening this Saturday, May 30 at 9 am!

🌱🛝 Grab your gloves and join us for the Imagination Station Spring Kickoff Clean Up Event! 🛝🌱

The Imagination Station Playground Volunteer Group is gearing up for its Annual Spring Kickoff on Saturday, May 30, 2026, beginning at 9 a.m. — and they need YOUR help!

Volunteers will be laying mulch, tackling spring cleanup projects, trimming shrubs, pulling weeds, cleaning tables, painting, and more. The more helping hands we have, the faster the work gets done!

There are jobs for all ages and skill levels, and all tools will be provided. Bring your family, friends, and community spirit and help get the playground ready for a fun-filled season ahead!

Questions? Contact Volunteer Coordinator Renee Pettengill at 248.797.0829 or [email protected].