When it comes to celebrating their heritage nobody does it better than the Vehicle City home of General Motors and the United Auto Workers! When Flints holds its annual classic car show “Back to the Bricks” over 5 days every August, even the name is in honor of the streets in downtown Flint!

All roads lead Back to the Bricks®. Back to the Bricks attracts over 500,000 car show enthusiasts annually to Genesee County to celebrate our love of motor vehicles, and the area’s historic role in the automotive industry. Tune-up Parties and Promo Tours generate enthusiasm in advance of the Main Event which provides a showcase for classic, custom, and collector vehicles of all kinds. During the week, Flint, birthplace of “America’s Sports Car”, proudly hosts a National Reunion for Corvette aficionados. Music, food vendors, and family-friendly activities add to the festive atmosphere.

TrendSettas Corvette Club is a social club formed in 2009 in Flint Michigan. While our passion and love of Corvettes is what brought us together, we saw a need in our community that has challenged us to do more and “pay it forward”. For the past 10 years, not only has the TrendSettas Corvette Club set the trend for the “American Sports Car”, but we also pride ourselves on being a family oriented club with strong roots in community service and philanthropy.

The first Bikes on the Bricks was held on Saturday, October 6, 2007. Approximately 100 motorcycle diehards showed up that rainy, cold day. In addition to a motorcycle show, the idea grew to include a police skills competition. Even though Bikes had a humble beginning, it is now a premier 3-day bike event in Flint, Michigan featuring bike shows, police skills competition, food and merchandise vendors, biker fashion show, special guests, and a police escorted ride – everything for the motorcycle enthusiast!

Flint Assembly, GM’s longest-running North American assembly plant, is home to the heavy-duty GMC Sierra and Chevrolet Silverado. Not only was it the birthplace of the Corvette, but it has also built myriad models under the Chevrolet nameplate, including the Chevelle, Monte Carlo, Suburban and others. As of 2023, Flint Truck Assembly has produced over 15 million vehicles. Today the plants employs 3,164 hourly and salaried employees.

The 1936–1937 Flint sit-down strike was a sitdown strike at the General Motors plant in Flint, Michigan. It changed the United Automobile Workers (UAW) from a collection of isolated local unions on the fringes of the industry into a major labor union, and led to the unionization of the American automobile industry.

Dedicated to the men and women of the historic sit down strike of 1936-1937 at General Motors, Flint, this marble and bronze monument depicts an actual scene from inside the plant during the strike. The monument was created by Janice Trimpe, Master Sculptor. On Labor Day September 1, 2003, a life size monument was unveiled in beautiful Sitdowners park. In September 2004, the nearby street was renamed Sitdowners Drive. The Sitdowners Park Arch was unveiled on Labor Day 2006.

Even through Sitdowners Park was very popular and attracted visitors far round, Director Zuckschwerdt realized it was missing a crucial element and along with Bettye Cunningham began planning a tribute to members of the Women's Auxiliary and Women's Emergency Brigade. On Labor Day, 2009 sculptures depicting their actions during the 44 day strike were erected in front of an original window from Fisher Body #1. In addition, the granite fountain and markers recognizing significant social contributions made by women were installed.

Genesee County's fascinating history comes to life in this restored, working community of Crossroads Village. Wander through more than 34 historic buildings and shops including Michigan's oldest operating gristmill, a cider mill, General Store, an old-time Barber Shop, and an authentic blacksmith shop. Seasonal fun includes Ghosts and Goodies in the fall and Christmas at Crossroads Holiday Magic in early winter. During Christmas at Crossroads Holiday Magic the spirit of the season fills the streets and shops of Crossroads Village, with thousands of lights sparkling. Join friends and family for an evening ride on the Huckleberry Railroad and watch Village artisans make vintage crafts.

Warrior Dash was a popular 5k obstacle course mud run series that took place on rugged terrain, featuring fire, mud, and 12 obstacles, but the company ceased operations on July 31, 2019, and all events have been cancelled. The event was open to all athletic abilities, offered participants a challenge and a festive atmosphere with live music, food, and beer, and included a partnership with St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.