Part 3 of our “Reasons to visit Ann Arbor this summer” series will focus on arguably the biggest event of the year in Downtown Ann Arbor. The Ann Arbor Street Art Fair is one of Michigan’s finest summer traditions and one of the largest outdoor art fairs in the nation. From Thursday, July 20 to Sunday, July 23, the streets of Ann Arbor will transform into an art lover’s paradise where you can experience and enjoy original works of art, street performances, culinary treats and a variety of sidewalk sales. From art enthusiasts to collectors, thousands will make the trip to discover something truly inspiring.

The Ann Arbor Art Fair provides fun and entertainment for all ages. Spend time at the Fair creating your own works of art in the Art Activity Zone. Take a peek into the creative process while artists demonstrate how they develop their unique works of art at the Art Demo Zone. The Fountain Stage features over 20 acts throughout the four days of the Fair, July 20th – 23rd, creating an intimate and inviting sense of community, complementing the exceptional visual art at the Original Fair. Each year the Ann Arbor Street Art Fair invites an artist to create and/or re-create a magnificent piece of Chalk Art, this years featured artist is Debo Groover.

The Ann Arbor Regent Hotel is walking distance from the fair and we would love to accommodate you and your family for the week. Ann Arbor is an amazing place to spend the summer and whether you come in town for just the day or for a few weeks, the Ann Arbor Regent Hotel would love to help you enjoy your stay.

Part 2 of our “Reasons to visit Ann Arbor this summer” series will focus on some of the great events and festivals for June of summer ’17. From a one of a kind Greek Festival to the absolutely delicious Restaurant week, Ann Arbor in June is the place to be.

The Ya’ssoo Greek Festival features outstanding Greek cuisine and homemade pastries. The festival that is held at the St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church features live Greek music, dance performances and more. Plan a stay at the Ann Arbor Regent and enjoy the festival June 9th and 10th 11am-6pm and June 11th 12pm-6pm.

Ann Arbor Restaurant Week takes place in various restaurants throughout Ann Arbor from June 11th through June 16th. Restaurants offer fixed pricing for lunch and dinner with extraordinary menus tailored to the event. Now is your chance to discover new Ann Arbor restaurants at a discounted price.

Ann Arbor Book Festival and the Ann Arbor Summer Festival round out just some of the great events taking place in June. Make your reservation at the Ann Arbor Regent Hotel today and start looking forward to a nice summer getaway.

There are many reasons to travel to Ann Arbor throughout the year. Whether it be to experience world-class dining, to support your Wolverines or to do some great shopping. However, if you have not visited Ann Arbor during the spring or summer then you are surely missing out.

One of the first big events of the summer occurs June 1st through the 11th at various venues in Downtown Ann Arbor. The Cinetopia International Film Festival features the best films and documentaries from the world’s most prestigious film festivals. Just down the road from the Ann Arbor Regent Hotel, the Cinetopia Film Festival honors the rich heritage of cinematic culture and Michigan’s proud legacy of outstanding cinema artists through special pre- and post-film events, including presentations, discussion panels, and Q&A sessions with directors, writers, and stars.

If you decide to travel to Ann Arbor in the first weeks of June, there is also many other amazing events planned.

June 4th Ann Arbor’s Main Street Area Association hosts Taste of Ann Arbor to bring local restaurants together with the community. With fun activities for the children and the opportunity to taste the various Ann Arbor cuisines, this is a tasty event for the whole family.

Beginning June 9th and lasting through the rest of the month, the Ann Arbor Summer Festival celebrated the performing arts, outdoor entertainment and community spirit. Various venues throughout downtown Ann Arbor play host to the performances of music, theater, dance and comedy.

Make plans today to visit Ann Arbor and book your stay here at the Ann Arbor Regent Hotel for the best experience and convenience for your trip.

Look for part 2 of the Reasons to Visit Ann Arbor this summer series coming soon.