Local News and Events in Lake Orion, MI

Canterbury BBQ Festival Opens Friday

Friday, August 21, 2026 · Lake Orion, MI

The Canterbury BBQ and Bacon Festival is scheduled for August 21 through 23 at Canterbury Village, 2325 Court in Lake Orion. The three-day event will feature barbecue teams, bacon-inspired foods, live music, wrestling, shopping, lawn games, contests, and a petting zoo. The organizer lists presale admission at $4 plus tax and processing, gate admission at $6, and free entry for children age 12 and younger. Residents should expect a busy weekend at the village and check event information before traveling.

This local community update for Lake Orion, MI is scheduled for Friday, August 21, 2026 and is presented by Ed Brittingham. To view more upcoming local headlines, community events, and real estate market insights specific to the Lake Orion, MI area, explore the event calendar and property resources below.

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Upcoming Community Events in Lake Orion, MI

Explore August 2026 community events, local happenings, and neighborhood activities in Lake Orion, MI.

Tuesday, August 11, 2026

Caregiver Support Group Meets at Library

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Wednesday, August 12, 2026

School Board Holds August Work Session

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Friday, August 14, 2026

Teen Movie Night Planned Downtown

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Tuesday, August 18, 2026

DDA Board Meets August 18

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Wednesday, August 19, 2026

LOLive Concert Scheduled in Children's Park

The Lake Orion Downtown Development Authority's LOLive summer concert series is scheduled to continue Wednesday, August 19, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Children's Park in downtown Lake Orion. The free outdoor series uses the...

Monday, August 24, 2026

Lake Orion Council Meets August 24

The Lake Orion Village Council is scheduled to meet Monday, August 24, at 6:30 p.m. at Village Hall, 21 East Church Street. This is the council's second regular meeting listed for August and may include decisions or upd...

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Canterbury BBQ Festival Opens Friday is listed for Friday, August 21, 2026.

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