June 24
Ford Fireworks, 10:06 p.m. Free. Along the Detroit River, downtown Detroit. Visit www.detroitriverfront.org.
June 26
Fireworks at Festival of the Hills in Rochester Hills, 10:04 p.m. The festival begins at 6 p.m. Arrive early. Free. Borden Park, 345 John R., Rochester Hills. Call (248) 841-BOOM.
Or at Faith Church in Rochester Hills at 160 West Hamlin. Kids bounce houses, food, and entertainment provided. Plus no crowds or traffic to contend with after. Call 248-651-3535
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