5 things to do this weekend in Metro Detroit: Ferndale Pride, the Detroit Grand Prix & more!

The Downtown Detroit Street Circuit ahead of the Detroit Grand Prix
Photo credit Dana Afana / USA TODAY NETWORK

(WWJ) -- Working on your weekend plans? Let us be your guide!

Each week, we discover all the top events happening around Metro Detroit to help you make the most of your weekend with the Don’t Miss List.

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1. Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix

The Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix will race into action in Downtown Detroit this weekend for the first time in 32 years! The event will feature the cars of the NTT INDYCAR SERIES racing in the Chevrolet INDYCAR Grand Prix, the IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge, INDY NEXT by Firestone and the Trans Am Series Presented by Pirelli. So on your mark…get set….go enjoy a full weekend of fun in Downtown Detroit!

Friday, June 2 - Sunday, June 4 at the Downtown Detroit Street Circuit

2. Bark on Biddle

Bark on Biddle is a three-day festival that provides hours of fun for families and their furry friends! Guests and their dogs can shop, drink and play in Downtown Wyandotte, all weekend long. The event will be held in the parking lot on the riverfront (just off Oak Street, east of Biddle Ave) and in a section of Bishop Park. There will be a variety of pet-related vendors, doggy fashions, homemade dog treats, unique dog toys and more!

Friday, June 2 - Sunday, June 4 in Downtown Wyandotte

3. Ferndale Pride

Returning this weekend is Ferndale Pride — the largest LGBTQAI festival in Oakland County! Ferndale Pride strives to recognize and promote pride for the gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, asexual, intersex and ally communities, working with residents, businesses, community groups, and all segments of the community to welcome and promote the celebration of diversity!

Saturday, June 3 from 12:30 p.m. - 10 p.m. in Downtown Ferndale

4. Canterbury Village Medieval Faire

Huzzah! Castle’s turrets and ramparts will be the backdrop for a wide range of entertainment as you stroll through this outdoor Medieval Faire at Canterbury Village this weekend. Encounter a selection of characters, like ogres, jesters, magicians, fire breathers and knights, with dozens of entertainers and themed activities for all ages. Afterwards, sit and enjoy a cold drink or a pint of ale or mead and feast on a Turkey Leg, at the C-Pub Bar & Grill.

Saturday, June 3 - Sunday, June 4 at Canterbury Village in Lake Orion

5. 58th Annual Birmingham Village Fair

Get ready for the ultimate summer experience at the Birmingham Village Fair! This annual event offers a wide variety of attractions, including thrilling exciting games, delicious food vendors, and carnival rides for all ages. With something for everyone, the Birmingham Village Fair is the perfect destination for families, friends, and anyone looking to have a good time. Mark your calendars for this unforgettable celebration of summer in Metro Detroit!

Thursday, June 1 - Sunday, June 4 at Shain Park in Downtown Birmingham

Featured Image Photo Credit: Dana Afana / USA TODAY NETWORK