Downtown Howell
August 13th-16th Event Times Vary
It’s time to celebrate Howell’s agricultural roots as the festival turns 66 this year! Live music, ice cream, the Melon Run, vendors and more will pack Downtown Howell for 4 days of non-stop family fun and excitement. For a full rundown of the daily events and their times, visit the link below!
Event Info

We all know date nights are important. But Tuesday’s budget doesn’t always match Saturday’s. So we’ve broken down a few ideas by the cost. Simple? Sure. Fancy? Maybe. 100% Brighton? Definitely.
•Free: Sunset walk + window shopping in Downtown Brighton (and if you time it right, catch free live music or a local event.)
• On a budget: Ice cream date at Blank Slate Creamery + a walk downtown (easy, sweet, and under $20.)
• Casual date: Sushi and drinks date at Sushi Zen. Delicious and home of the Sushi Push pop.
• Splurge: A night out at The Reserve Steakhouse (this is your “dress up a little” moment.)
• Big spender: Couples massage + dinner at Single Barrel Social (yes, you can make a whole night of it.)

Josh & Jase Meet & Greet in Novi Friday
If you aren’t familiar with Josh & Jase, you should be. These two British friends have been touring around Michigan off and on in 2026. They are a hilarious pair with millions of followers that post about their Michigan experiences from a first-hand outsider perspective.

Their free meet and greet will be at Planet Fitness located in the Novi Adell Center at 26885 Adell Center Dr on August 14th from 1-3PM. Grab a photo, swag, giveaways, and bites to eat.

Follow along on their journeys on socials:
Instagram & Facebook

Wondering where buyer’s with a $500k budget are looking in and around Brighton for their next home? Here's 4 areas where they have focused in on:

📍 Downtown Brighton: walkable charm, coffee stops, and that "park the car and stroll" lifestyle at this price point
📍 Brighton Township (near Brighton Rd & Spencer Rd): underrated and punching above its weight for the money with more space, bigger lots, and a little more breathing room
📍 Lake Moraine / Peninsula area: gives you that "near the water" vibe and quick access to trails + beach days without the premium price tag of some lakefront pockets
📍 Genoa Township (South Lyon side): perfect if you want newer builds, easy I-96 access, and still be close to restaurants and weekend fun in downtown Brighton

Homeowners: Wondering what your home could sell for? Visit this link for more info.
Buyers: We’d love to connect. Visit our website for more information and to begin the discussion towards your homebuying journey.