FERNDALE, MICHIGAN

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High-level support and services. Innovative shopping, dining, and downtown district. Award-winning schools and library. Safe homes and streets. Modern and supportive community. Whether you're a lifelong resident or just here for the day, Ferndale has something for everyone. We're glad you're here!

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Every Thursday, October 1-October 26, 2026, 6:30-9:30 p.m.

Citizens Academy

The Ferndale Police Department has a unique in-person opportunity for the community to get to know the Department. In this four-week course, citizens receive hands-on instruction on many aspects of law enforcement, including patrol, investigations, SWAT, policy, operations, philosophy, and more. Applications are due by Monday, September 21, 2026. 

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City Calendar

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Dec

20

Yard Waste Season

May

25

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Sep

07

Splash Pad is Open!

10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Sep

07

City Hall is Closed in Observance of Labor Day

Sep

19

Ferndale Community Picnic

11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Nov

11

City Hall is Closed in Observance of Veterans Day
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Ferndale News

August 20, 2026

Phone System Update: Temporary Outages

The City’s phone system will undergo a planned structural update on Friday, August 21, 2026, from 12:00 to 3:00 p.m. During this time, City phone extensions will be temporarily unavailable as work is completed. However, 911 will be fully operable.

August 13, 2026

BSA Online Payment Update

Due to a software upgrade to the City’s BSA payment portal, online bill payments may not be available during the following days and times: Monday, August 17 (5:00 p.m.) to Tuesday, August 18, 2026 (8:00 a.m.), then Tuesday, August 18 (5:00 p.m.) to Wednesday, August 19, 2026 (8:00 a.m.). Payments can still be made by other methods, and late fees will be waived during this time.

August 11, 2026

Woodward Dream Cruise 2026

Start your engines! The 31st annual Woodward Dream Cruise rolls into town this weekend, Friday, August 14, and Saturday, August 15, 2026. Enjoy the emergency vehicle show, the Lights and Sirens Cruise Parade, a Kids Play Zone, live music, Mustang Alley, and so much more. Grab some delicious food, snag unique merchandise, and join the parade of classic cars cruising through Downtown Ferndale and surrounding neighborhoods. Check out the full lineup of events at woodwarddreamcruise.com.
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