Interested in becoming a member? Please download our membership packet and as always feel free to call us at 734.426.0887 with any questions.
Welcome to the Dexter Area Chamber of Commerce
Dexter's official history predates that of the state of Michigan by 13 years, having been founded June 10, 1824, by Samuel William Dexter. Today, Dexter's village is a thriving community with a strong mix of residential and commercial interests. It boasts excellent schools, good proximity to major highways and a way of life that has held true to the initial vision for the village.
We invite you to explore the Dexter Area through our site. Whether you're considering locating your business here, moving to our area, or just planning a visit, Dexter has many resources to meet your needs.
Apple Daze • October 11
Fall naturally brings many people to Dexter to enjoy the Huron River, area Metroparks, and our historic Cider Mill. Monument Park is the focal point for this event where Grand Traverse Pie Company will have everything apples to eat. Apple Pie, Apple Turnovers, Apple Dumplings. Come and taste some of the best Apple Cider, enter an apple pie eating contest, take a hayride or browse the craft booths. Entertainment is approximately as follows: 12-1pm Dexter Academy of Dance, 1pm-2pm Pie Eating Contest, 2pm-3pm Kaylyn Pace - Country Singer, 3pm-4pm Youth Band, 4pm-5pm Dancer's Edge. Join in the fun of having your face painted, Putt -n-Glow Golf, Petting Zoo, Clydesdale horse, come ride the Clyde, Hay Rides, X-treme Bounce Zone, Pony Rides plus lots of games and a ton of prizes to win. A great time for the whole family. Don't forget your camera! Dexter Area of Commerce and the Dexter Lions Club.
Victorian Christmas - December 5 & 13
Come Home for the Holidays and celebrate Dexter's Victorian Christmas Celebration. Create fond memories with your family December 5th with the annual Tree Lighting event. The musical talents of United Methodist and Peace Lutheran Church's will lead us in traditional and favorite carols. Warm refreshments will be provided.
On December 13th, our Christmas Festival will include, Breakfast with Santa, Santa at the Gazebo, Carriage Rides, Moving Carolers Downtown, Hat, Mitten and Boot Drive, Mrs. Claus Luncheon, Ice Sculpture Exhibit, Foggy Bottom Teenage Christmas Rock Concert, Downtown Holiday Light Parade, and Candy Cane 5k Run/Walk - Santa Fun Run downtown Dexter.
Luminaria • December 24
The streets of downtown Dexter are aglow with the holiday spirit as homes and business line their yards, walkways and driveways with luminaries.
