A family takes a photo near the rose garden at Applewood Estate in Flint, Michigan.

The Explore Flint & Genesee blog features local attractions, restaurants, and weekly things to do in and around the county. Here you'll be able to learn more about our area to help you plan your next trip or discover your next favorite attraction or restaurant in Flint & Genesee!

Crim Festival of Races Ready to Roll

The 2014 HealthPlus Crim Festival of Races will converge on downtown Flint on August 22 and 23. Runners and walkers from across the country are expected to participate in the two-day event. The weekend begins with mile races on Friday, August 22 and a series of races on Saturday, August 23, which…

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Bermudas on the Bricks in Downtown Flint

On Friday, August 15, join businesses from across the region and wear Bermuda shorts to work, then have fun during Bermudas on the Bricks in downtown Flint. The 21-and-older downtown party will feature dancing, food and fun on the Saginaw Street bricks from 4:30 p.m. to midnight. Organizers are…

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Back to the Bricks Rolls This Week

Today, thousands of people will fill the streets of downtown Flint for the annual Back to the Bricks cruise through Saturday, August 19. The opening ceremony begins at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 13 followed by the official rolling cruise, which runs from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Saginaw Street…

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Hot Rods & Hot Dogs Celebrates Members

Food, fun and festivities are the highlights of the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce Member Celebration – Hot Rods & Hot Dogs. Join us this Thursday, August 14 under the big tent at the corner of S. Saginaw and Second Streets from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. during the Back to the Bricks cruise. The…

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Lunch With Us on the Genesee Belle

Join the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce for Lunch is On Us on the Genesee Belle sponsored by Dort Federal Credit Union and Genesee County Parks. Experience the excitement of the new market as you network with colleagues and make new connections on Thursday, August 13 from 12:00 p.m. to 1:30…

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