You may be worried about the heat of summer weather, but don’t let the sun and warm air keep you cooped up inside your home! Summer is the perfect time of year to get out and explore all that Livonia has to offer.
From local activities to recreation spots to the beauty of nature, you can access all the best aspects of life in our community when you live at Plymouth Woods Apartments. Keep reading to discover our top recommendations for having fun while beating the heat!
Livonia’s Best Summer Activities
There’s no need to spend all your money this summer trying to find things to do—follow our guide and mark your calendars with the events that will keep you entertained all summer long. Whether you want to find a new hobby or make memories with old friends, Livonia is the perfect place to explore your interests and connect with your community.
The Best Ways to Get Outdoors This Summer
You can enjoy home-grown fresh produce or bring your favorite flowers to life when you participate in our community gardens. Summer is the perfect time to plant winter and summer squash, sweet potatoes, tomatoes, and watermelons. Or, if you just want to sink your hands in some earth and create a beautiful space for all to enjoy, you can volunteer as a gardener at Greenmead Historical Park.
Are you the type of person who just wants to appreciate nature without getting your hands dirty? No problem! Livonia offers plenty of parks where anyone can sit on benches in the fresh air, go birdwatching, have a picnic, or do plein air painting.
You’ll also want to note that Livonia’s 33rd Annual Garden Walk is 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 24th.
Residents and visitors alike can enjoy hiking and walking through the many trails and nature preserves of our city. And with bike rentals available from companies throughout town, getting out onto our beautiful local trails is easier than ever.
A man and woman exercising with bicycles outdoors on a beautiful, sunny, wooded trail.
Our Favorite Ways to Cool Off While Having Fun
Dive Into Warm Weather Activities
Outdoor pools around town offer a great place for open swimming or making friends with neighbors. And don’t forget about attending water aerobics and other activities at our indoor pools. At Kirksey Recreation Center you can also stay active by attending indoor fitness activities like:
- Tae Kwon Do
- Fencing classes
- Beginnner Ballroom Dancing & Rhythm classes
- Nerf Nights
- Archery
- Boot Camp Fitness
- Drop-In Land Exercise
Or, enjoy the clear skies and good weather with outdoor activities such as pickleball, sand volleyball, softball, basketball, and co-ed soccer.
Find Fun & Shade Indoors
Our favorite interactive indoor hangouts throughout the summer include:
- Attending activities, concerts, lectures, and more hosted by the library
- Planning visits to nearby Roush Automotive Collection & the Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation
- Stopping by Friends of the Barn
- Participating in all the events hosted by Kirksey Recreation Center and Greemead Historical Park
The Best Seasonal Summer Events in Livonia
Before the fireworks even begin on the 4th of July, celebrate Flag Day on June 14th at Greenmead Historical Park with A Star Spangled Celebration! The 8th Annual Ice Cream Social is also a fantastic way to cool off with a snack and get involved in your local community.
Don’t forget to plan a quick trip to Northville or Dearborn Heights to catch the Peach Truck this year! It’s a delightful experience and a great way to get delicious, fresh produce from small farmers.
And you can plan to enjoy outdoor concerts all summer long at Free Music Nights in Livonia! You can experience other tastes of culture at the Dining with Yesterday dinner series and Shakespeare in the Park.
Accessible & Easy Summer Living in Livonia
Whether you want to travel this summer or you need a conveniently located place to cool off between outings, Plymouth Woods is the ideal community to call home.
Located in a cozy, quiet part of town, Plymouth Woods is only a short drive from the highway, making it easy to get to the places you want to go this summer. Best of all, Livonia is rated as a safe and highly walkable community for more than just leisure. In communities like Plymouth Woods, residents are able to walk to plenty of fantastic stores and restaurants right in their neighborhood.
From private entrances with foyers to beautiful balconies, our 1,000+ square foot floorplans make apartment life more comfortable than ever. Residents love that they don’t have to deal with the hassle of lugging their laundry around in the heat with our in-unit washers and dryers. And emergency maintenance staff on-site means never having to worry about the hassle of repairs running your summer days.
Come Home to Apartments that Shine in Summertime
Whether you’re drawing the shades to avoid natural light from the summer sun or basking in a chair on your apartment patio, there’s no denying the appeal of Plymouth Woods Apartments. Our two-bedroom apartments offer spacious layouts, walk-in closets, shower/tub combos, plush carpeting, and more. Stop by for a personal tour and explore apartments for rent, or apply online today to join our wonderful community.
