sterlingmade Summer 2026

Family Midway Rides, Thrills, Treats. S tep right into the fun and thrills at Sterling fest’s Carnival and Family Midway, where there’s something for everyone to enjoy. From classic carnival rides and games to kid-friendly attractions and sweet treats, it’s the perfect spot for families to make memories. Flash Sale! Save up to $14 on your unlimited ride wristband. This one-day only purchase is available online July 1 from 4 a.m. to midnight for just $24.

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R ecognized as one of Michigan’s best-run and best-attended family festivals — earning honors such as The Detroit News’ “Michigan’s BEST Summer Festival” and WXYZ’s “Top Summer Festival in Metro Detroit” — Sterlingfest Art & Music Fair returns to the City Center campus July 23–25. Now celebrating its 44th year, Sterlingfest blends the tradition of an art fair with the energy of a music festival. For three sun-soaked days, families and friends gather at the corner of Utica and Dodge Park Roads for art, live entertainment, carnival thrills, local food and unforget table summer memories. From nationally recognized headliners to daytime jazz, from children’s programming to late-night rock sets, Sterl ingfest offers something for every age and every playlist. The Weekend We Wait For Sterlingfest Art & Music Fair returns to the City Center campus July 23–25.

Sterlingfest Restaurant Row A celebration of flavor. T his year’s Restaurant Row features a rotat ing lineup of food trucks serving everything from savory entrées to sweet indulgences. Conveniently located within the festival footprint, it’s the perfect place to refuel before heading back to the stages.

Art Fair At the heart of the festival. S terlingfest’s juried Art Fair transforms the City Center campus into a vibrant, open-air gallery. Visitors can browse fine art and handcrafted pieces including sculpture, watercolor paintings, photography and one-of-a-kind creations from talented regional artists. The street fair-style layout allows guests to stroll between booths while enjoying live music drifting from the Jazz & Blues Stage.

Find all the event details, times and parking info at sterlingfest.info

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