Carnivals in Taylor, Michigan
- Right in the neighborhood of Taylor is where you can find the Park It Family Fun Night, typically held during the end of August each summer. Packed with plenty of food, kid-friendly crafts and activities and live music; the event is highlighted by an end of the evening movie showing right in Heritage Park at the close of the day's long festival. Prizes are given away through raffles during the affair and both admission and parking is free. This evening of fun is held every August and is a one day only event.
- Dearborn Heights, roughly seven short miles from Taylor, offers carnivals during the year. For example, the Czech & Slovak Festival is one that places focus on the rich heritage associated with both Czech and Slovak cultures. This event is almost an immersion in the food, music, dance, clothing and celebrations associated with both groups. All are welcome to enjoy this festival, which is held during July of every year.
- In Dearborn, just slightly further away than Dearborn Heights, various carnivals, festivals and fairs happen. Located just nine miles from the heart of Taylor, the 10 minute drive can provide visitors with options for family friendly events. The Ragtime Street Fair is a one day event typically held during July. The premise of the event is to celebrate Ragtime music such as songs by Scott Joplin. Additional features of the event include an open setting, live performances, food vendors and guests that just dance in the street when the mood strikes. In the same general area of Dearborn, the Maker Faire Detroit is yet another festival-type offering for those seeking a unique experience. The fair celebrates and focuses on new inventions including clothing, crafts, innovative designs and concept products. The event also offers plenty of food, music and family-oriented fun over the two-day course of activities.
- Though 15 miles away in Belleville, located in Wayne County, one of the largest carnivals located close to Taylor takes place every August. The Wayne County Fair generally runs for one solid week during the summer. The event is filled with carnival and festival attractions, truly making the event suitable for all ages and well worth the 20 minute drive from Taylor. The county fair offers visitors unique extras such as animal competitions, educational exhibits and even a pet show. For those with a sweet tooth, the Belleville National Strawberry Festival is also hosted during the summer. Held every June during Father's Day weekend, the festival features highlights including numerous strawberry food items, bingo, music, craft vendors and raffles for various prizes.
