Ann Arbor in June! Things to do, places to visit, food to eat.
Join us for a private tour of Michigan Stadium and run (or walk) through the tunnel onto the field!
The annual music and arts festival offers dozens of indoor and outdoor concerts, movies, exhibitions, food, and more! (June 14-20)
For this unique outdoor theatrical experience, each scene changes location, as guests follow the actors through the Arb. (June 6-30)
Ken Fischer, President Emeritus of UMS, will take small groups to the observation deck of the Tower for a discussion about its history, and participants will listen to and actually play the carillon bells.
Among the best campus art museums in the country, UMMA offers exhibitions and galleries showcasing over 21,000 objects spanning all time periods.
Join us for a guided walking tour of Central Campus (the original 40 acres) covering highlights of U-M’s first 70 years.
Join us at Zingerman's Bakehouse for an evening of hands-on baking and eating! We have reserved a private kitchen for Diag Days participants.
The museum opened in a beautiful new space in 2019 and includes awe-inspiring exhibits featuring U-M's extraordinary natural science collections.
Whether cheap eats or award-winning restaurants, Ann Arbor has an eclectic, international food scene that rivals those of many big cities.
Paddle through the Argo Cascades on a tube, kayak or canoe, and on down the beautiful Huron River.
The historic heart of the city is South Main Street, bursting with old and new boutiques, galleries, bars, cafes and fine dining.
The Kelsey contains rich collections and active exhibitions of Classical, Egyptian, and Middle Eastern archaeology, with over 1,500 artifacts on permanent display.
Outdoor music during the week in June includes Chelsea Sounds & Sights, Summer Jazz in Ypsilanti, and Downtown A2 Summer Streets.
Explore the lovely display gardens, the conservatory, and natural and paved trails ideal for hiking or biking.
Ann Arbor has endless hiking options. From Nichols Arboretum to Barton Nature Area, there are lush paved and natural trails, some with spectacular views of the Huron River.
Built in 1854, the Observatory hosts astronomy nights and tours. It was U-M's first scientific research facility and among the nation's oldest observatories.
Ann Arbor is an exceptionally bike-friendly city with over 87 miles of bike lanes, and plenty of easy and challenging bike trails to explore!
The State Street District has some of Ann Arbor’s most iconic landmarks, from the Michigan Theater to Nickels Arcade, and is bursting with restaurants, cafes and shopping.
With a curator, we will examine the Labadie Collection, which documents social protest movements and marginalized political communities since the 19th century.
The historic and charming Kerrytown neighborhood is home to Zingerman’s, the Ann Arbor Farmers Market, unique shops, and some of the best eateries in Ann Arbor.
The 50-meter lap pool at Fuller Park is minutes from downtown and opens for lap swim during the week at 7am.
Local musicians perform outside throughout the Main Street area, Thursdays in June, 7-9 pm.
With rare photos and advertisements, Gail Offen and Jon Milan, authors of Iconic Restaurants of Ann Arbor, will discuss Ann Arbor’s legendary eateries, from Drake’s to Pretzel Bell and more.
Located along the Huron River, Gallup Park is Ann Arbor’s most popular recreation area, with scenic trails, bridges and a canoe livery.
A local beer expert will teach beer tasting techniques and how to analyze beer samples.
The University of Michigan Golf Course is one of the most exceptional university golf courses in the country, open to students, staff, faculty, alumni, and their guests.
Take a tour of this astonishing library, a rare book and manuscript repository on central campus. The library houses one of the world's finest early American history collections.
One of Ann Arbor’s most beautiful parks, Dolph Nature area offers walking trails, birding and fishing, and is home to First and Second Sister Lakes.
Up for a challenge? The Potawatomi Trail in the Pinckney Recreation Area covers 17.5 miles and is popular with mountain bikers, or hike the Losee Lake Trail, a 3.3-mile loop.
The Ark is a nationally known acoustic and folk music venue. The Ark has been presenting presenting contemporary and traditional live music since 1965.
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Welcome to the exciting world of swing dancing! Swing Ann Arbor offers a free beginner class at the Union, Wednesdays at 6:30PM, followed by a social dance.
Nickel’s Arcade, built in 1918, is a magnificent glass-covered, mosaic-tiled shopping district, containing numerous specialty shops.
Open from sunrise to sunset, explore 50 acres of peaceful nature trails, outdoor raptor enclosures and the Critter House.
Horse 'N Around Stables offers horseback riding (for beginners too!) in a picturesque forest full of rolling hills and streams, in the Pinckney Recreation Area.
Outdoor courts are available on campus at Palmer Field. Public tennis courts are available at a number of city parks, including Burns Park, Buhr Park and Fuller Park.
Join a yoga or guided meditation class, read a book in the Arb, or just wander around campus.
There are around 8 lakes near Ann Arbor, including Silver Lake, which has public beaches and swimming, and nature trails with exceptional scenery.
Bird Hills Nature Area is the largest park in Ann Arbor, with hilly woods, ravines and streams. The 2.3 mile loop is ideal for hiking, biking, and bird-watching.
Hands-on activities, art galleries, ceramics and a wheelthrowing demonstration.