or many Metro-Detroit families, summertime means family fun on the lake — and at The War Memorial, that means SummerFest! Our annual summer fun series returns this year with family-friendly concerts on our lakefront lawn.
All SummerFest events are free and open to everyone from everywhere! Bring your lawn chair, blanket, or enjoy the festival from your boat. Concerts are rain or shine. In the event of inclement weather, outdoor concerts will take place in the War Memorial Ballroom. While tickets are free, we do ask that you register with us at warmemorial.org/eventcalendar11/summerfest-devin-arizona-son
Devin is equally at home on your television, on your bookshelf, and on your iTunes. School children, teachers and parents know him as the writer behind the Memoirs series including Memoirs of a Goldfish, winner of the Wanda Gag Award as the nation's best read aloud book. Television viewers in Michigan and Ontario know him as their evening news anchor on WDIV-TV, NBC in Detroit. And music lovers know him as the winner of the prestigious Detroit Music Award for Best Country Performer.
Devin Scillian, a renowned singer, songwriter, and television personality, is joined by the talented Arizona Son, creating a dynamic duo that brings raw emotion and storytelling to every song. Together, they'll perform a mix of original tunes and timeless classics, weaving together captivating melodies and rich harmonies that will have you tapping your feet and singing along.
Free and open to all — registration is requested
6:30pm: Grounds open for seating, food stand & bar open for service
7:30pm: Concert Begins
VIP Tickets Now Available
New this year! While SummerFest concerts are completely free to the public, you can support The War Memorial’s commitment to providing low-cost family friendly programming by purchasing a VIP ticket! VIP tickets are only $40-50 each and include reserved seating areas on either our balcony or on the lawn near the front of the stage, padded chairs, a private bar, and a complimentary beverage. We appreciate your support!
No summer festival would be complete without awesome eats, and SummerFest features a mouth-watering menu from The War Memorial’s own hospitality team, led by Chef Joe Paxton, delivering our own spin on classic Americana.
Please note, while picnics, picnic blankets and chairs are welcome, no outside beverages are permitted.
Inclement Weather Policy
In the event of inclement weather, this event will be held in the Alger Center Ballroom. Watch this space or follow us on Facebook or Twitter for up-to-the-minute updates.
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