Local News and Events in Howell, MI

Melon Festival Opens Downtown Howell

Thursday, August 13, 2026 · Howell, MI

The 66th Annual Howell Melon Festival begins Thursday, August 13, and runs through Sunday, August 16, in downtown Howell. Howell Recreation and the festival organizers list live music, festival activities, vendors, Howell melon ice cream, and other scheduled programs across the four-day event. Residents should check the current 2026 program for day-specific times and locations, since the lineup changes during the festival. The August 13 date marks the start of the festival's 2026 run.

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Upcoming Community Events in Howell, MI

Explore August 2026 community events, local happenings, and neighborhood activities in Howell, MI.

Sunday, August 2, 2026

Howell Farmers Market Opens August

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Monday, August 3, 2026

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Tuesday, August 4, 2026

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Thursday, August 6, 2026

Rock the Block Returns Thursday Night

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Friday, August 7, 2026

Courthouse Concert Features Sanctuary

The free Concerts at the Courthouse series continues Friday, August 7, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Howell Courthouse Amphitheater on the lawn of the Historic Livingston County Courthouse, 200 E. Grand River Ave. The schedul...

Saturday, August 8, 2026

Melon Social Set For Opera House

Howell Recreation will host the Howell Melon Social on Saturday, August 8, from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Howell Opera House, 123 W. Grand River Ave. The event is for adults age 21 and older and includes dinner, live music, r...

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When is Melon Festival Opens Downtown Howell?+

Melon Festival Opens Downtown Howell is listed for Thursday, August 13, 2026.

Where is this local event connected?+

Melon Festival Opens Downtown Howell is connected to Howell, MI on NewsAndHomes.com.

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Yes. Local event details can change, so readers should verify timing, location, registration, and availability with the event organizer when possible.

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