FERNDALE, MICHIGAN

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City Calendar

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Oct

22

Citizens Academy

6:00 to 9:00 p.m.

Oct

03

Ferndale Fall Festival

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

Oct

03

Fire Station Open House

4:00 to 6:00 p.m.

Nov

03

Election Day

7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Nov

11

City Hall is Closed in Observance of Veterans Day
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Ferndale News

September 25, 2026

November 3, 2026, General Election: What You Need to Know

The General Election is on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Voters will choose their candidate for Governor/Lt. Governor, Attorney General, Secretary of State, US Senate, US House, and other positions. Voters will also make decisions on various proposals.

September 24, 2026

Current Water Main Breaks, Hydrant Use, and Brown Water

It can be alarming to see brown water coming out of the faucets of your house, but it’s likely to happen at some point due to water pressure fluctuations for a variety of reasons—construction, a broken water main, fire hydrant maintenance, etc. The good news is that most of the time there is no reason to worry and it's typically an easy fix. View this article for active water main breaks, hydrant uses, or brown water reports in your area.

September 24, 2026

DIY Street Fair and Funky Ferndale Art Fair Street and Parking Lot Closures

The DIY Street Fair and Funky Ferndale Art Fair are taking place this weekend, Friday, September 25, through Sunday, September 27, 2026. Please note that streets and parking lots will be closed during specific dates and times.
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