Northville Victorian Festival
Since the celebration began in 1989, the event has been designed as more than just a gathering, organizers said. “It was designed to be the cornerstone event, a celebration of our community's identity, and a vital fundraising opportunity for local nonprofits and community groups. This festival, named in honor of the Victorian architecture that graces our beloved town, has become a cherished tradition, bringing together residents and visitors alike to enjoy all things Northville,” states the website promoting the event.
Now called the Northville Heritage Festival, the event is a celebration of the Victorian architecture preserved throughout the community. The festival begins with the annual Victorian Parade through downtown with marchers in authentically styled costumes from the Victorian ages and horse drawn carriages helping visitors take a trip back in time. The parade begins at 7 p.m. at the intersection of Main and Center streets this year.
The weekend continues with themed activities like vintage baseball games and educational programs at Mill Race Village .the village is a living history exhibit, with restored 19th-century buildings. It serves as a central location for educational activities, historical tours, and events like Victorian weddings and cream teas.
Power Play
Activities like the Victorian Saloon beer tent and the Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast help raise funds for local causes, while students participate in field trips and educational programs centered around the history of the town.
Events tomorrow include the opening at 5 p.m. of the nonprofit, craft, and vendor Booths. Power Play Detroit will entertain on the Town Square State at 7 p.m. The Marquis Theater will host the Rockin’ Country Party with the Neon Crows at 8 p.m.
On Saturday, the Northville Rotary Club will serve pancakes from 9 a.m. until noon at the American Legion Hall. The horse and carriage rides begin at 11 a.m. and the Northville District Library will host Step Into a World of Wonder with Magician Christopher on the Town Square Stage at 11:30 a.m. At 1 p.m. Guy Lewis will entertain and the Eclipse Vintage Baseball game begins at Ford Field. Al Carmichael will perform on the Town Square Stage from 3 until 5 and the popular Shawn Riley Band will entertain from 6 until 8:30 p.m.
Sunday will include entertainment beginning at 10 a.m. on the Town Square Stage where Steve Pichan will entertain beginning at 3 p.m. Carriage rides will be available at 11 a.m. starting at city hall. Mill Race Village will be open from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. with activities and games along with live music. The anticipated Duck Race will take place at 3 p.m.
The festival will close at 5 p.m. Sunday.
