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
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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
Entertainment, car cruise, fireworks headline 31st annual Homecoming
Big Shot with Michael DelGuidice — The Ultimate Billy Joel Experience will headline the 2010 entertainment lineup with a concert at 8:30 p.m. on the Main Stage. The Classic Car Show is a big hit at the festival. Presented by the Dearborn Chamber of Commerce, the show begins about 7:30 p.m. Friday. Reunions are always part of Homecoming. Saturday is Dearborn, Edsel Ford and Sacred Heart high schools. Sunday is Fordson, Lowrey and St. Alphonsus high schools. Event starts with traditional activities for senior … [Read more...] about Entertainment, car cruise, fireworks headline 31st annual Homecoming
Fireworks blanket policy for 2010 Homecoming keeps size limit to 8 feet by 8 feet
Homecoming wouldn’t be Homecoming without fireworks on Saturday and Sunday nights. There 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 blankets … [Read more...] about Fireworks blanket policy for 2010 Homecoming keeps size limit to 8 feet by 8 feet
Free Homecoming shuttles offered from Dearborn High School, West Village Drive
Dearborn — Make your visit to the Homecoming festival Friday through Sunday as easy as possible by using the shuttle services offered by the city of Dearborn. Two options exist: free parking and free shuttle service from Dearborn High School, sponsored by Henry Ford Health System, and free shuttle service from the west Dearborn business district along West Village Drive, from Military to Monroe. All shuttles take visitors to the festival grounds at Ford Field. The Dearborn High shuttle will pick up visitors at the school … [Read more...] about Free Homecoming shuttles offered from Dearborn High School, West Village Drive
Affordable fun
Bring the whole family to the festival for loads of free or low-cost fun, like the whacky sack race shown here. … [Read more...] about Affordable fun
Budget-friendly family activities in store for Homecoming celebration
Carnival tickets are available online for the best value for Dearborn’s Homecoming festival Friday through Sunday. Ride all day for $11 when tickets are purchased by midnight Thursday. Go to www.wadeshowsinc.com. Other values can be found at the festival, including $15 all-day wristbands. No refunds are given for carnival ride tickets. Buy carnival tickets online for best value DEARBORN – Families looking to have a fun without breaking the bank can find plenty to do at the carnival and other Homecoming favorites such as spirited … [Read more...] about Budget-friendly family activities in store for Homecoming celebration
Billy Joel tribute band to headline Homecoming 2010
Big Shot with Michael DelGuidice — The Ultimate Billy Joel Experience, will play Saturday at the 2010 Homecoming at Ford Field Park in Dearborn. The free festival is Friday to Sunday and features music on three stages. Emerson Drive will help close out Homecoming with a concert from 8:30 to 10 p.m. on the Main Stage, preceding the fireworks. Three stages of entertainment include performances by local favorites like Laith al-Saadi, who is playing Sunday at 5 p.m. on the Food Court Stage. Contemporary country band Emerson … [Read more...] about Billy Joel tribute band to headline Homecoming 2010