Durand Area Happenings

08/26/2026

A Durand Tradition!!

End of Summer Cruisin’ is not just a car show, it’s a free community affair!

Saturday, September 5, there will be something happening throughout Durand. The day starts at 10 a.m. with the car show and more than 40 trophies being awarded at 2:30 p.m.

But there is so much more to enjoy. First Congregational Church will have free hot dogs, water, sno-cones, popcorn and a bounce house. The Friends of the Durand Memorial Library will hold their book sale from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Stop by the Historic Durand Union Station where the Michigan Railroad History Museum and the Durand Union Station Model Railroad Engineers room will be open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Iron Horse Park will be part of the fun as we celebrate America’s 250th birthday.

And don’t forget to visit Old Town Durand on the 200 block of West Main Street for great shops, cold drinks and good food.

Whether you love cars, trains, history, shopping or just spending time with family and friends, come spend the day with us.

End of Summer Cruisin’ is a Durand tradition, but more importantly, it’s a day for our entire community.

We hope to see you Saturday!

08/21/2026

A great Durand tradition since 2002!

Tonight, the Durand Annual Charity Chicken Barbecue Committee presented the Durand Rotary Club with a $7,500 donation to help fund repairs to the Sandula Clock Tower.

The Greater Durand Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to be one of five community organizations that come together each July to host the Annual Charity Chicken Barbecue. Along with the Durand Lions Club, Durand Rotary Club, Durand VFW, and Durand Eagles, the committee donates the net proceeds from the event to a project that benefits our local community.

This year, net proceeds went to support repairs to the Sandula Clock Tower, the focal point of Downtown Durand.

Pictured left to right: Kent Edwards, President of the Durand Annual Charity Chicken Barbecue; Lew Deisler, President of the Durand Lions Club; Councilman Andy Zick, Treasurer of the Barbecue Committee; Carol, representing the Durand Rotary Club; Ted Hamilton, Durand Lions Club; and Candyce Wolsfeld, Executive Director of the Greater Durand Area Chamber of Commerce.

08/04/2026

🚨 TONIGHT’S THE NIGHT! 🚓🚒

Join us for the 3rd Annual National Night Out!

📅 TONIGHT — Tuesday, August 4
⏰ 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Diamond District Park, Durand

Bring the family and spend the evening with our local first responders and community organizations! There will be FREE food, games, activities, giveaways and plenty of fun for the kids.

Everything is FREE!

National Night Out is all about bringing neighbors, families and first responders together — and we hope you’ll come out and be part of it.

🌭 Free food
🚓 Meet our first responders
🎯 Games & activities
🎁 Giveaways
🍿 Treats
❤️ Community fun

Come see us TONIGHT from 6–8 PM at Diamond District Park!

Sponsored by the City of Durand Police Department and the Durand Chamber of Commerce Foundation.

08/03/2026

Summerween at the library!

07/28/2026

🚔🎉 Join Us for Durand's 3rd Annual National Night Out! 🎉🚔

Mark your calendars for Tuesday, August 4, from 6:00–8:00 PM and join us at Diamond District Park for an evening of FREE family fun, community spirit, and hometown pride!

Come meet your local first responders, enjoy games, giveaways, hands-on activities, and learn more about the organizations that help keep our community safe and strong.

Here's just a sample of what you'll find:

🚒 Meet local police, firefighters, EMS, and other first responders
🎯 Colonial-era games hosted by NRMI and the American 200 Committee
🌭 Free Hot Dogs, Potato Salad and Baked Beans donated by Jan Brownson in memory of Dallas Brownson
🍧 Free sno-cones and popcorn
🎨 Family-friendly activities, prizes, and giveaways by local organizations
🚂 Operation Lifesaver safety information and much more!

National Night Out is all about strengthening the partnership between our community and the people who serve it every day. Bring the whole family, meet your neighbors, and enjoy a fun summer evening together.

A special thank you to the City of Durand Police Department, the Durand Chamber of Commerce Foundation, our participating organizations, volunteers, and sponsors for making this wonderful event possible.

📅 Tuesday, August 4
🕕 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Diamond District Park, Durand

We can't wait to see you there! 💙

07/28/2026

07/28/2026

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07/25/2026

A great day for a great dinner!

🍗❤️ It's gonna be a beautiful day for Durand's Annual Charity Chicken Barbecue today from 2-6 p.m.

Join us for a delicious chicken dinner while helping raise funds for repairs to Durand's historic Sandula Clock Tower. The dinner is a community tradition since 2002!

🎉 Enjoy an afternoon of:
🍗 Chicken (plain or barbecue) with all the fixin's — baked potato, baked beans, rolls, and more!
🎵 Music by Bob Campbell
⛺ Tent seating or takeout
🐔 Chicken Drop Game
💵 Cash Bash Raffle
🥤 Pop, water, and b**r will be available for purchase separately.
🎟️ Cash Bash Raffle tickets usually sell out early but may still be available at the dinner. Drawing will begin at 5:00 p.m.

Please join us to help raise funds for the clock tower repairs, enjoy a delicious dinner, and have fun!

07/20/2026