DEARBORN — The 2012 Homecoming festival at Ford Field Park Friday through Sunday promises a weekend full of fun for the 33rd year. Homecoming is a project of the city of Dearborn and the nonprofit Dearborn Community Fund, and it is made possible because of sponsors that cover a significant amount of the cost of the festival. A favorite tradition for many Dearborn area residents, Homecoming also is one of the most important fundraisers for numerous non-profit groups that serve the local community. In 2012, for the third … [Read more...] about Sponsors make fireworks, entertainment, activities possible
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Community benefits from the funds raised
Photo courtesy of the city of Dearborn The Exchange Club of Dearborn is one of three dozen nonprofit groups that raise money to support good causes in Dearborn during Homecoming, which this year is Friday through Sunday. More than 30 participate through fundraising, activities or information at the festival Aug 3-5 at Ford Field Park DEARBORN – Dearborn’s annual Homecoming festival takes place Friday through Sunday at Ford Field Park, and even though it is in its 33rd year, many people may be surprised to learn that the … [Read more...] about Community benefits from the funds raised
Fireworks blanket policy for 2011 Homecoming:
DEARBORN — Homecoming is known for its spectacular fireworks on Saturday and Sunday nights. There is, however, is a policy regarding reserving space on the hill to watch the fireworks. People can put their blankets on the hill after 8 a.m. on Saturday and after 8 a.m. on Sunday. All blankets must be removed by midnight both nights. The size of a blanket is limited to no more than 8 feet by 8 feet. This policy is designed to accommodate as many families as possible to watch the fireworks. No stakes are allowed to secure the … [Read more...] about Fireworks blanket policy for 2011 Homecoming:
‘Frontiers — The Journey Tribute’ and ‘Hotel California — A Salute to the Eagles’ to headline Dearborn’s 2011 Homecoming
Hotel California — A Salute to the Eagles will perform at 8 p.m. Sunday on the Main Stage, preceding fireworks which will close out the festival. Larry Lee and the Back in the Day Band also to perform during festival DEARBORN – You won’t have to “stop believing” as “Frontiers — The Journey Tribute,” takes center stage at this year’s 32nd Homecoming festival Friday through Sunday. The band will rock out on the Main Stage at Ford Field Park on at 8:30 p.m. Saturday. Touring all across the United States and … [Read more...] about ‘Frontiers — The Journey Tribute’ and ‘Hotel California — A Salute to the Eagles’ to headline Dearborn’s 2011 Homecoming
Homecoming helps nonprofits give back to the community
Many Dearborn nonprofit groups participate in Homecoming to raise money for the Dearborn community and beyond. Photos here show Dearborn Outer Drive Kiwanis Club and the plastic amphibians used in the Turbo Turtle Derby down the Rouge River, the Dearborn Exchange Club, the Dearborn Firefighters Burn Drive and the vegetables that support their renowned Free Corn on the Cob booth, and the cooks behind the Polish League of American Veterans Post 75. More than 30 participate through fundraising, activities or information at the … [Read more...] about Homecoming helps nonprofits give back to the community
Free Homecoming shuttles offered Aug. 5-7 from Dearborn High School and West Village Drive
Parking on the festival grounds is $10; $5 festival rate in business district DEARBORN — Make your visit to Homecoming Friday through Sunday as easy as possible by using the free shuttle services offered by the city. This year, the free shuttles may be even more valuable, as parking rates have been increased to $10 on the Homecoming grounds at Ford Field Park, and new rates apply in the west Dearborn business district, including on Sunday during the festival. Two free shuttle options exist: free parking and free shuttle … [Read more...] about Free Homecoming shuttles offered Aug. 5-7 from Dearborn High School and West Village Drive
Discounted tickets for Homecoming carnival on sale now
Dearborn’s Homecoming festival Friday to Sunday will feature 26 rides. All-day wrist bands can be purchased at a discount online through 11:59 p.m. Thursday at www.wadeshowsinc.com. All-day wrist bands $13 when purchased online in advance; $18 during festival Aug. 5-7 DEARBORN — The public can save $5 on the price of a Homecoming all-day carnival wrist band if purchased before Friday. Advanced sales of all-day wrist bands are $12, plus a $1 service fee, until 11:59 p.m. Thursday at www.wadeshowsinc.com. The … [Read more...] about Discounted tickets for Homecoming carnival on sale now