Free events in Ann Arbor, MI

A café-style lunch at the Northfield Township Senior/Community Center offers community members the chance to share a wholesome meal and friendly conversation in a welcoming setting. All are welcome. Guests age 60 and older may dine at no cost, with a voluntary donation welcome, and those under 60 pay $6.50 per meal. The environment encourages neighbors to connect and enjoy time together over a nutritious lunch. Reservations may be required, and the Senior/Community Center can provide current availability and additional details.

HopCat Ann Arbor hosts Sporcle Live Trivia with two separate games, giving teams multiple chances to win. It is free to play, prizes go to top teams, and food and drinks are available to keep minds sharp. Suitable for casual guessers and seasoned trivia fans alike.

At Kerrytown Market & Shops of Ann Arbor, a 107-year-old, producer-only market showcases farm products, prepared foods, beverages, and artisan goods throughout the year. Shoppers can find seasonal fruits and vegetables, mushrooms, herbs, and microgreens. Offerings include fresh eggs, pastured meat and poultry, lake fish, flowers, plants, and seedlings. Pantry staples and treats range from honey, maple syrup, cheese, bread, jam, pickles, and hot sauce to pastries and baked goods with gluten-free and allergen-free options. Beverages such as apple cider, coffee, tea, juice, and mead are available. The market also features candles, body care items, jewelry, art, clothing, textiles, ceramics, cutting boards, gifts, and more. Everything is sold directly by producers.

The Board of Trustees of the Ypsilanti District Library in Washtenaw County, Michigan will hold a public board meeting in the Program Room at YDL-Michigan. Community members are welcome to attend, with an opportunity for public participation at the start of the meeting. For special accommodations, please contact Lisa Hoenig, Library Director, at (734) 482-4110 x1300 at least five business days in advance.

WRAP Movie Nights return to Frog Island Amphitheater with a free evening of community, snacks, beverages, and screenings of some of the latest movie releases.

Set in the Kerrytown area of Ann Arbor, this long-running, producer-only market celebrates a 106-year tradition with 125 Michigan vendors. Shoppers will find an abundant selection spanning seasonal fruits and vegetables, mushrooms, herbs, microgreens, farm fresh eggs, pastured meat and poultry, flowers, plants, and seedlings, along with pantry favorites like honey, maple syrup, cheese, bread, jam, pickles, hot sauce, and pastries. There are gluten-free and allergen-free baked goods, plus apple cider, coffee, tea, juice, and mead. Artisan makers add to the experience with candles, body care products, cards, jewelry, art, clothing, textiles, ceramics, cutting boards, gifts, and more. Open throughout the year, the market connects the community with fresh food, beverages, and artisan items directly from Michigan producers.

Now in its 25th summer season in historic downtown Saline, the Saline Farmers Market brings a wide mix of offerings to explore. Shop for fresh fruits and vegetables, garden plants, cut flowers, breads and pastries, meats and poultry, eggs, cheeses, and other unexpected finds. The market also features free programming each weekend, with music, educational activities, and craft opportunities to round out the experience.

The Ypsilanti Farmers Market brings together local farmers, food entrepreneurs, and small businesses in a lively community setting. Shoppers will find fresh, locally grown produce alongside handmade and artisanal goods, all in support of healthy food access and local economic opportunity. It is a welcoming place to support area growers, discover seasonal flavors, and connect with Ypsi’s vibrant food community.

Maine lobster rolls, gooey lobster grilled cheese, and other comfort food favorites will be served at the Springfield Farmers Market. A mobile ordering app and loyalty program are available to help you earn points toward free food. Points add automatically with app orders, or you can scan your barcode at the window. If the app is limited or unavailable, orders can be placed directly at the truck.

Explore a variety of local vendors in a park located across from the lake. Enjoy the open-air setting as you browse in a scenic spot.