Join Forgotten Harvest on August 12, 2022, for Harvest Heatwave, presented by Mercedes-Benz Financial Services. Harvest Heatwave is a fundraiser to fight food waste and insecurity held at Beacon Park in downtown Detroit. Featuring food, drinks, music, outdoor games, an online auction, kids’ activities, and a screening of The Sandlot under the stars, our newest event promises to be an educational and entertaining experience for Forgotten Harvest supporters both young and old.

WHEN

Friday, August 12, 2022

WHERE

Beacon Park – 1901 Grand River Ave, Detroit, MI 48226

TIME

6:00-10:30 P.M.

TICKETS

$50 for adults and FREE for children (18 & under) – ticket price includes event admission, a meal ticket to our Food Truck Village, and unlimited non-alcoholic beverages.

Ready to join the fun on August 12, 2022? BUY NOW

*Online ticket purchasing closes on August 12th at 7PM. Tickets can be purchased at the door the day of event.

SPONSORSHIPS

View sponsorship opportunities HERE.

Interested in sponsoring Harvest Heatwave? CLICK HERE

ONLINE AUCTION

The Harvest Heatwave Online Auction is now OPEN! There are plenty of amazing packages and experiences to bid on including overnight stays, fun dates, family outings and so much more! Every bidding dollar supports metro Detroiters in need. The auction closes Sunday, August 14th at noon.

CLICK HERE TO VIEW AUCTION ITEMS

SITE MAP

To view the site map of Beacon Park, please click HERE.

FAQS

Is this a family-friendly event:

Yes! In addition to the screening of the family movie classic The Sandlot, there will be activities both young & old will enjoy!

Where do I park?

Several paid parking lots are available near Beacon Park and free parking at the nearby MGM Grand Detroit Casino. Valet parking at neighboring restaurant Lumen is available with select sponsorship packages.

What should I wear?

Leave your fancy dresses & shoes at home and opt for summer chic attire – cute sundresses & sandals for ladies and golf shirts & shorts for gents.

Will there be food & drinks?

Absolutely! It’s not a party without some yummy food & beverages. We will have a Food Truck Village featuring Satellite, The Drunken Rooster, and Nu Deli. We will also have an ice cream station, courtesy of Guernsey Farms Dairy. Lumen will keep the drinks flowing all night long from their pop-up bar!

What about restrooms?

We will have restrooms available for our guests and two additional facilities on the side of Lumen facing Plaza Drive.

Can I bring my lawn chair or blanket for the movie?

Definitely! While we will have designated seating areas for our guests, you are more than welcome to bring your chair & blanket for the movie.

HARVEST HEATWAVE SPONSORS

PRESENTING

BOILING

MGM Grand Detroit

SWELTERING

Giffels Webster Kroger Co. of Michigan
Assemblers Precast & Steel Services Inc International Precast Solutions
Royal Truck & Trailer

SIZZLING

John & Joanne Carter Kevin & Carrie Kernen
Arlene & Mark Rubinstein Ally Financial
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Gasser Bush Associates
MAENGINEERING, INC.

Official Lounge Partner


HARVEST HEATWAVE COMMITTEE

Committee Chairs

Kevin & Carrie Kernen

Committee Members

Nichole Calme

Matt Jobin

Phillip Korovesis

Abbie Sack