June – August | Detroit, Oregon

Long summer days. Warm nights. A full calendar of reasons to gather.

Detroit Summer Event Series

The Detroit Summer Event Series brings the community together all season long with a lineup of events designed for locals, visitors, families, and friends. From live music and markets to parades and lakefront celebrations, something is happening nearly every weekend in the heart of Detroit.

This is where memories are made - on the water, in the park, and under the summer sky.

EVENTS ARE FREE!

Donations accepted.

Poster promoting the 5th Annual Santa Music Fest at Detroit Lake, Oregon, featuring two nights of live music. Friday, July 24, with Louisiana Surf Department and Luke Cole; Saturday, July 25, with Scotty Alexander and Bailey Heide. Includes images of performers and event details.

Up Next:

Santiam Music Festival returns to Detroit City Park for two nights of live music, lake-town fun, food, drinks, dancing, and community.

Friday, July 24, features the Louisiana Surf Department with special guest Luke Cole.


Saturday, July 25, features Scotty Alexander with special guest Bailey Heide.

Enjoy VIP experiences, sponsor night perks, artist meet-and-greets, and a live auction on Saturday. All proceeds from the auction will benefit the Save the Lake Initiative to help with funding for lobby efforts to protect our waterway.

Detroit Saturday Market
Hosted by the City of Detroit, this weekly market features local makers, bakers, growers, and creators. A perfect way to spend a summer morning supporting small businesses and finding something unique. (Event by City of Detroit)

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Information about VIP experience at Santiam Music Fest in Detroit Lake, Oregon, including private bar, artist meet and greet, priority entrance, VIP zone access for 8 people, special gift, snacks, costs $500, and details on ticket collection.

VIP Experience

Upgrade your Santiam Music Festival weekend with exclusive VIP access for up to 8 people.

$500

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Title Sponsors

Logo for DSP Connections featuring a heart shape made of interconnected lines and shapes, with the text 'DSP Connections' and the tagline 'A career for caregivers!'
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A sign for RiverBend Materials, a CRH company, showing the types of construction aggregates and ready-mix concrete services they provide, and listing their service areas.

Stage Sponsor

Logo of Fletcher Construction Group with a QR code

Platinum Sponsors

 


Gold Sponsors

A protest sign that reads, 'Save the Lake,' with a background of Detroit Lake and a message about the uncertain future of the lake.
Sunset over a lake with mountains in the background, trees in the foreground, and reflections on the water.
A decorative glass frog with yellow flower and greenery inside, held in a person's hand, on a promotional poster for Detroit Frogs, sponsored by Smith Mortgage Team and Success Mortgage Partners.
Logo for Detroit Saturday Market, held on September 25, 2023, featuring vegetables, a bicycle, and the event details. Background shows apples.
Poster for the SANTIAM Music Fest at Detroit City Park, taking place from July 24 to July 25 in Detroit Lake, Oregon, featuring an image of a person playing an acoustic guitar.
Collage of photos from a patriotic celebration featuring people in American flag-themed clothing and accessories, fireworks, a parade float decorated with flags, outdoor activities, and scenic mountain views.
Collage of photos from 4th of July celebration, including children riding decorated vehicles, people posing in front of American flags, a parade with floats, outdoor evening gathering with string lights, and fireworks, with a note saying 'Happy Birth

Plan Your Visit

Lodging

Motel:

The Lodge at Detroit Lake

Vacation Rentals:

Bear Grass Lodge - Sleeps 12!

Cozy Detroit Cabin

Lakeside Livin’ Studio

Remote Escape: Riverside Home w/ Scenic Views

Modern House in Detroit Lake with Breathtaking Views

Walk to Detroit Lake!

Custom Built Detroit Lake House

Stargazer Lake House

2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom Cabin

Cozy Cabin

Lovely Detroit Home

Camping:

Oregon State Parks

Cove Creek Campground

Riverside at Detroit Camping

Southshore at Detroit Lake

Lakeview RV Park

Whether you’re coming for a day or staying for the weekend, Detroit offers the perfect backdrop for summer. Spend your morning at the market, your afternoon on the lake, and your evening enjoying live music with friends.

Check the full event schedule and details at:
detroitlakefoundation.org/events

Amenities

Boat Launch:

Mongold Boat Launch

Marinas:

Kane’s Marina - Mooring & Boat Rentals

Detroit Lake Marina - Mooring & Boat Rentals

Grocery & Fishing Supplies:

Mt. High Grocery - Liquor, Grocery, Hot Case, Coffee, Fishing Gear, Gifts & More!

Dining & Shopping

Standard Liquor Co. - Corner of Detroit Ave. & Forest Ave.

Bailey’s Bark & Brew - Corner of Detroit Ave. & Forest Ave.

Ollie Rue’s Pizza - Corner of Detroit Ave. & Forest Ave.

Korner Burgers & More - Corner of Detroit Ave. & Forest Ave.

Papo’s Bar - Corner of Detroit Ave. & Forest Ave.

Suzie’s Taqueria - Detroit Ave.

Kane’s Marina - Mooring & Boat Rentals

Detroit Lake Marina - Mooring & Boat Rentals

Mt. High Grocery - Liquor, Grocery, Hot Case, Coffee, Fishing Gear, Gifts & More!

Idanha Bar & Grill - 186 OR-22

No Wake Cafe - Detroit Lake Marina

Check out the Event Calendar!

Get Involved

Interested in becoming a vendor, sponsor, or volunteer?

The Summer Event Series is made possible by incredible community partners and supporters. We’d love to have you be a part of it.

Contact us to learn more about opportunities to get involved.

Email Us! detroitlakefoundation@gmail.com

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