DEARBORN – The city of Dearborn is hosting dozens of community events this summer, scheduled across weekends through late August. The lineup includes a summer market, outdoor movie screenings and the annual Dearborn Homecoming entertainment festival, which will take place August 1 to 3.

According to city officials, the planned activities aim to promote community engagement, support local business growth and encourage walking and movement — especially in West Downtown, where some streets will be closed to create safe pedestrian zones and a lively atmosphere for residents and visitors alike.

Summer market

The Dearborn Summer Market — formerly known as the Farmers Market — is one of the main summer staples in West Downtown. This year, it has moved to its new location at West Peace Park, 22271 West Village Drive. The first round took place last Friday, with two more market dates scheduled for July 11 and August 8, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Organized by the West Downtown Development Authority, the market highlights and supports local businesses while drawing visitors to the city’s bustling commercial area to explore its shops, restaurants and venues. The market features local vendors, free children’s activities and information tables from regional organizations.

The opening day hosted more than 40 vendors offering a variety of goods and services, with approximately 60 percent of them being Dearborn-based businesses, according to city sources.

In addition to booths selling produce, food, beverages and handmade crafts, the market provides several free family activities, such as face painting, balloon art, games and caricature drawing. Live music and artistic performances also enhance the experience.

For more details, visit: DearbornSummerMarket.com

Outdoor movies in the park

On the city’s east side, at East Peace Park (13621 Michigan Avenue), outdoor movie nights will return this summer, hosted by the East Downtown Development Authority.

Families can enjoy free, family-friendly movie screenings on the following dates:

• Thursday, June 26

• Thursday, July 24

• Thursday, August 21

The series opens with Disney’s Mufasa, a community-picked film. Despicable Me 4 follows on July 24, and Sonic the Hedgehog 3 wraps up the season on August 21. Shows begin between 8:30 and 9 p.m., depending on sunset.

Guests are encouraged to bring their own chairs and blankets. Food and beverages will be available for purchase on-site. Attendees are also encouraged to arrive early to enjoy a snack and settle in for a magical movie night.

Annual entertainment festival

From August 1 to 3, the city will host the 44th annual Dearborn Homecoming Festival at Ford Field Park in West Dearborn.

The much-loved summer celebration features live music from local and national performers, food trucks and drink vendors from area restaurants and cafés, art and book exhibits, informational booths, carnival rides, children’s activities and nightly fireworks.

Festival hours are 12 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. daily.

For more information about events and entertainment activities, visit: DearbornHomecoming.com.