Food festivals
AUG7
Detroit · Detroit, MI
Food festivals
Ribs R&B Music Festival
Detroit
You can dig into barbecue ribs and catch live R&B acts at this summer staple festival.
MusicOutdoorsBring the grandkids
Local calendar
Events in Detroit, MI
60 upcoming events near Detroit. Each card links back to the source, so you can check the details before you go.
Worth a look
A few that stood out.
Source linked
Upcoming near Detroit.
Updated regularly
Lifelong learning
JUL24
Detroit Historical Museum · Detroit, MI
Lifelong learning
Detroit Historical Museum 325th anniversary programs
Detroit Historical Museum
You can mark Detroit's 325th birthday and America's 250th with anniversary programming at the Detroit Historical Museum.
Classes and talksIndoors
Tastings
JUL24
Riverside Park, Ypsilanti (metro Detroit) · Detroit, MI
Tastings
Michigan Brewers Guild Summer Beer Festival
Riverside Park, Ypsilanti (metro Detroit)
You can sample craft beer from dozens of Michigan breweries with live music at this summer beer festival.
Arts and craftsMusicOutdoorsBring the grandkids
Markets
JUL26
11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The War Memorial, Grosse Pointe Farms · Detroit, MI
Markets
The Vintage Market at The War Memorial
The War Memorial, Grosse Pointe Farms
You can hunt for vintage and flea-market finds at this lakeside market at The War Memorial.
Food and wineOutdoors
Food festivals
AUG7
Detroit · Detroit, MI
Food festivals
Ribs R&B Music Festival
Detroit
You can dig into barbecue ribs and catch live R&B acts at this summer staple festival.
MusicOutdoorsBring the grandkids
Theater & film
AUG21
Fisher Theatre · Detroit, MI
Theater & film
Little Shop of Horrors at the Fisher Theatre
Fisher Theatre
You can see the cult musical Little Shop of Horrors on stage at the Fisher Theatre.
Arts and craftsIndoors
Music & concerts
SEP4
Hart Plaza · Detroit, MI
Music & concertsFree
Detroit Jazz Festival 2026
Hart Plaza
You can take in the world's largest free jazz festival across Labor Day weekend at Hart Plaza.
MusicOutdoorsBring the grandkids
Music & concerts
SEP4
Afternoon into night
Detroit, MI
Music & concertsFree
Detroit Jazz Festival on Labor Day weekend
The Detroit Jazz Festival bills itself as the world's largest free jazz festival, taking over Hart Plaza and nearby stages over Labor Day weekend. Top-name artists play and admission is free.
MusicOutdoorsBring the grandkids
Food festivals
MAY-SEPDATES
Metro Detroit · Detroit, MI
Food festivalsHappens regularly
Detroit Foodie and food festival season
Metro Detroit
You can plan around more than 40 fairs and food festivals running across metro Detroit this summer.
Food and wineOutdoorsBring the grandkids
Community & civic
NOV26
Morning
Detroit, MI
Community & civic
America's Thanksgiving Parade
The Parade Company runs Detroit's Thanksgiving morning parade down Woodward Avenue, a tradition with giant balloons, floats and marching bands. People bundle up and line the route.
HolidayBring the grandkids
Tastings
DATETBD
The Royce Detroit · Detroit, MI
TastingsFreeHappens regularly
Free Wine Tasting Wednesdays at The Royce
The Royce Detroit
You can sample wines for free every Wednesday at The Royce wine bar in downtown Detroit.
Food and wine
Dance & fitness
JUN1
Detroit Dance Loft · Detroit, MI
Dance & fitnessHappens regularly
Detroit Dance Loft salsa and bachata classes
Detroit Dance Loft
You can learn salsa, bachata, line dance, and more in weekly social dance classes at the Detroit Dance Loft.
Dance and fitness
Theater & film
MULTIPLEDATES
Detroit Institute of Arts · Detroit, MI
Theater & filmHappens regularly
Detroit Film Theatre summer cinema series
Detroit Institute of Arts
You can catch curated independent and international films at the DIA's Detroit Film Theatre all summer long.
Arts and craftsIndoors
Classes & arts
DATETBD
Sugar Hill Clay, Midtown Detroit · Detroit, MI
Classes & artsHappens regularly
Sugar Hill Clay pottery classes and workshops
Sugar Hill Clay, Midtown Detroit
You can take a wheel-throwing or hand-building pottery class at this Midtown Detroit clay studio.
Arts and craftsIndoors
Lifelong learning
DATETBD
Wayne State University, Detroit · Detroit, MI
Lifelong learningHappens regularly
Wayne State Arthur L. Johnson Urban Perspectives Lecture series
Wayne State University, Detroit
You can attend Wayne State's Urban Perspectives lecture series featuring notable speakers on city life and culture.
Classes and talksIndoors
Lifelong learning
DATETBD
2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Detroit Historical Museum · Detroit, MI
Lifelong learning
Architect of Influence: George Mason
Detroit Historical Museum
You can learn about influential Detroit architect George Mason in this museum talk.
Classes and talksIndoors
Classes & arts
DATETBD
Pewabic Pottery · Detroit, MI
Classes & artsHappens regularly
Pewabic Tile Glazing Workshop
Pewabic Pottery
You can glaze a tile like a Pewabic artisan in this hands-on workshop made for ages 16 and up.
Arts and craftsClasses and talksIndoors
Senior programs
DATETBD
Detroit Parks & Recreation sites · Detroit, MI
Senior programs
Detroit Senior Olympics
Detroit Parks & Recreation sites
You can compete in billiards, crafts, baking, and more at the city's Senior Olympics for older adults.
Pickleball & rec
JUN20
6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Beacon Park, Downtown Detroit · Detroit, MI
Pickleball & recFreeHappens regularly
Pickleball at Beacon Park Open Play
Beacon Park, Downtown Detroit
You can play free open pickleball at Beacon Park's downtown courts whenever leagues are not using them.
PickleballOutdoors
Senior programs
DATETBD
St. Patrick Senior Center, Detroit · Detroit, MI
Senior programsHappens regularly
St. Patrick Senior Center activities
St. Patrick Senior Center, Detroit
You can join compassionate, accessible daily programs for older adults at the St. Patrick Senior Center downtown.
Holiday
Senior programs
DATETBD
Online · Detroit, MI
Senior programsFreeHappens regularly
Detroit Area Agency on Aging online classes
Online
You can take hundreds of free interactive online classes built to keep older adults active and connected.
Community & civic
JAN-MARDATES
Daytime and evening
Detroit, MI
Community & civicFreeHappens regularly
World of Winter, the free downtown winter festival
World of Winter brings light installations, art and outdoor activities to downtown and the riverfront through the coldest months, open daily and free. It is built to get people outside in winter.
OutdoorsBring the grandkids
Community & civic
DATETBD
Belle Isle · Detroit, MI
Community & civicFree
Detroit Kite Festival
Belle Isle
You can watch the sky fill with colorful kites at this free family festival on Belle Isle.
OutdoorsBring the grandkids
Community & civic
DATETBD
6 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Detroit, MI
Community & civicHappens regularly
Eastern Market Saturday Market, year round
The Saturday market at Eastern Market runs every week all year, from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m., with up to tens of thousands of shoppers in the warm months. Sunday and Tuesday markets are added in summer.
OutdoorsBring the grandkids
Community & civic
DATETBD
Bonfires lit roughly noon to 7 p.m.
Detroit, MI
Community & civicFreeHappens regularly
Winter at Valade on the riverfront
On winter weekends, Valade Park on the riverfront sets up free sledding with borrowable sleds, big bonfires and marshmallow roasting. It is a simple, free way to enjoy the cold by the water.
OutdoorsBring the grandkids
Lifelong learning
DATETBD
Detroit Public Library · Detroit, MI
Lifelong learningFreeHappens regularly
Tech Tuesdays for Beginners
Detroit Public Library
You can get patient, beginner-friendly help with computers and devices at this recurring library tech class.
Classes and talksIndoors
Pickleball & rec
DATETBD
Belle Isle · Detroit, MI
Pickleball & recHappens regularly
Tuesday Pickleball on Belle Isle (Beginner/Intermediate)
Belle Isle
You can join a beginner-to-intermediate pickleball league playing Tuesdays out on Belle Isle.
Pickleball
Outdoors & nature
DATETBD
Online / Detroit area · Detroit, MI
Outdoors & natureFreeHappens regularly
Metro Detroit Outdoors & Hiking (Sierra Club SEMG) monthly meeting
Online / Detroit area
You can join free first-Thursday presentations and outings with the Sierra Club's Southeast Michigan hiking group.
Hiking and natureOutdoors
Food festivals
DATETBD
Shed 5, Eastern Market · Detroit, MI
Food festivals
Detroit Foodie Fair 2026
Shed 5, Eastern Market
You can taste your way through Detroit's 7th annual food fair featuring local restaurants and chefs at Eastern Market.
Food and wineOutdoorsBring the grandkids
Markets
JUN-SEPDATES
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Eastern Market, 2934 Russell St · Detroit, MI
MarketsFreeHappens regularly
Eastern Market Sunday Market
Eastern Market, 2934 Russell St
You can browse makers, artisans, and specialty food vendors at Eastern Market's seasonal Sunday market.
Food and wineOutdoors
Music & concerts
JUN-AUGDATES
until 8 p.m.
Detroit Zoo, Royal Oak · Detroit, MI
Music & concertsHappens regularly
Wild Summer Nights at the Detroit Zoo
Detroit Zoo, Royal Oak
You can stroll the zoo after hours with live music on extended-hours Wednesdays all summer.
MusicBring the grandkids
Markets
DATETBD
11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Detroit City Distillery, Eastern Market · Detroit, MI
MarketsFreeHappens regularly
FLEATROIT vintage and makers market
Detroit City Distillery, Eastern Market
You can shop curated vintage clothing and craft goods at this all-day market inside Detroit City Distillery.
Arts and craftsFood and wineOutdoors
Music & concerts
DATETBD
Orchestra Hall (Detroit Symphony Orchestra) · Detroit, MI
Music & concerts
Back to the Future in Concert
Orchestra Hall (Detroit Symphony Orchestra)
You can see Back to the Future with the DSO performing the full film score live at Orchestra Hall.
Music
Outdoors & nature
DATETBD
Belle Isle Nature Center · Detroit, MI
Outdoors & natureFreeHappens regularly
Belle Isle Nature Center programs
Belle Isle Nature Center
You can drop in on free, family-friendly nature programs and guided activities at the Belle Isle Nature Center.
Hiking and natureOutdoorsBring the grandkids
Dance & fitness
JUN12
10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Milliken State Park (Detroit Riverfront) · Detroit, MI
Dance & fitnessFreeHappens regularly
Gentle Flow Yoga at Milliken State Park
Milliken State Park (Detroit Riverfront)
You can take a gentle all-levels yoga class along the river on Friday mornings at Milliken State Park.
Hiking and natureDance and fitnessOutdoors
Markets
DATETBD
6 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Eastern Market, 2934 Russell St · Detroit, MI
MarketsFreeHappens regularly
Eastern Market Saturday Market
Eastern Market, 2934 Russell St
You can shop produce, flowers, and local goods from hundreds of vendors at Detroit's historic Saturday market.
Food and wineOutdoors
Community & civic
DEC
5 to 9 p.m.
Detroit, MI
Community & civicFreeHappens regularly
Noel Night kicks off the holidays in Midtown
Noel Night opens up Midtown's museums, shops and venues for one free evening of holiday music, crafts and warm drinks. It has kicked off December in Detroit for about fifty years.
HolidayBring the grandkids
Dance & fitness
JUN1
1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Edison Branch, Detroit Public Library · Detroit, MI
Dance & fitnessFreeHappens regularly
Tai Chi and Qigong
Edison Branch, Detroit Public Library
You can join free easy-to-learn Tai Chi and Qigong sessions built for all fitness levels at the Edison branch library.
Dance and fitnessIndoors
Outdoors & nature
DATETBD
Detroit Public Library · Detroit, MI
Outdoors & natureFree
Plant Exchange
Detroit Public Library
You can bring a cutting and take home a new plant at this free community plant swap hosted by the library.
Hiking and natureOutdoorsIndoors
Markets
JUN-SEPDATES
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Eastern Market, 2934 Russell St · Detroit, MI
MarketsFreeHappens regularly
Eastern Market Tuesday Market
Eastern Market, 2934 Russell St
You can grab fresh local produce and health products at Eastern Market's midweek Tuesday market.
Food and wineOutdoors
Classes & arts
DATETBD
Pewabic Pottery · Detroit, MI
Classes & artsHappens regularly
Pewabic Pottery summer ceramics classes
Pewabic Pottery
You can sign up for summer ceramics classes at Detroit's historic Pewabic Pottery on the east side.
Arts and craftsIndoors
Community & civic
JUN22
Around dusk
Detroit, MI
Community & civicHappens regularly
Ford Fireworks over the Detroit River
The Ford Fireworks is one of the country's biggest fireworks shows, launched over the Detroit River with downtown and Windsor watching together. People stake out riverfront spots hours early.
OutdoorsBring the grandkids
Community & civic
DATETBD
Streets of Downtown Detroit · Detroit, MI
Community & civic
Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix presented by Lear
Streets of Downtown Detroit
You can watch IndyCar racing roar through the streets of downtown at the Detroit Grand Prix.
Bring the grandkids
Dance & fitness
DATETBD
Detroit · Detroit, MI
Dance & fitnessHappens regularly
YA Salsa Social
Detroit
You can take a beginner lesson and stay for Detroit's biggest monthly salsa dance party.
Dance and fitness
Music & concerts
SEP24
6 PM
El Club · Wixom, MI
Music & concerts
SEP24
6 PM
El Club · Huntington Woods, MI
Music & concerts
SEP24
6 PM
El Club · Detroit, MI
Music & concerts
SEP24
6 PM
El Club · Royal Oak, MI
Music & concerts
SEP24
6 PM
El Club · Plymouth, MI
Markets
DATETBD
3100 Oakwood Blvd Melvindale, MI 48122 · Detroit, MI
MarketsHappens regularly
Melvindale DDA Farmers Market
3100 Oakwood Blvd Melvindale, MI 48122
Food and wineWeeklyOutdoors
Markets
DATETBD
15544 Michigan Ave. Dearborn, MI 48124 · Detroit, MI
MarketsHappens regularly
Dearborn Farmers Market
15544 Michigan Ave. Dearborn, MI 48124
Food and wineWeeklyOutdoors
Markets
DATETBD
1236 Michigan Ave., Detroit, MI, 48226 · Detroit, MI
MarketsHappens regularly
Corktown Farmers' Market
1236 Michigan Ave., Detroit, MI, 48226
Food and wineWeeklyOutdoors
Music & concerts
JUL24
7 PM
Lager House · Plymouth, MI
Music & concertsFrom $22.95
Stereosity
Lager House
This event is 18 and over. Any ticket holder unable to present valid identification indicating that they are at least 18 years of age will not be admitted to this event, and will not be eligible for a refund.
Music
Music & concerts
JUL24
7 PM
Lager House · Huntington Woods, MI
Music & concertsFrom $22.95
Stereosity
Lager House
This event is 18 and over. Any ticket holder unable to present valid identification indicating that they are at least 18 years of age will not be admitted to this event, and will not be eligible for a refund.
Music
Music & concerts
JUL24
7 PM
Lager House · Detroit, MI
Music & concertsFrom $22.95
Stereosity
Lager House
This event is 18 and over. Any ticket holder unable to present valid identification indicating that they are at least 18 years of age will not be admitted to this event, and will not be eligible for a refund.
Music
Music & concerts
JUL24
7 PM
Lager House · Plymouth, MI
Music & concertsFrom $22.95
Stereosity
Lager House
This event is 18 and over. Any ticket holder unable to present valid identification indicating that they are at least 18 years of age will not be admitted to this event, and will not be eligible for a refund.
Music
Music & concerts
JUL24
7 PM
Lager House · Royal Oak, MI
Music & concertsFrom $22.95
Stereosity
Lager House
This event is 18 and over. Any ticket holder unable to present valid identification indicating that they are at least 18 years of age will not be admitted to this event, and will not be eligible for a refund.
Music
Music & concerts
JUL24
7 PM
Lager House · Wixom, MI
Music & concertsFrom $22.95
Stereosity
Lager House
This event is 18 and over. Any ticket holder unable to present valid identification indicating that they are at least 18 years of age will not be admitted to this event, and will not be eligible for a refund.
Music
Music & concerts
JUL24
7 PM
Lager House · Detroit, MI
Music & concertsFrom $22.95
Stereosity
Lager House
This event is 18 and over. Any ticket holder unable to present valid identification indicating that they are at least 18 years of age will not be admitted to this event, and will not be eligible for a refund.
Music
Music & concerts
JUL24
7 PM
Lager House · Royal Oak, MI
Music & concertsFrom $22.95
Stereosity
Lager House
This event is 18 and over. Any ticket holder unable to present valid identification indicating that they are at least 18 years of age will not be admitted to this event, and will not be eligible for a refund.
Music
Music & concerts
JUL26
7:30 PM
Sound Board at MotorCity Casino Hotel · Wixom, MI
Music & concertsFree
Night Ranger
Sound Board at MotorCity Casino Hotel
This is an age restricted event, 21+ with valid photo ID. All bags are subject to inspection by our security team upon entry. All times and lineup are subject to change without notice. We are a NO smoking or vaping venue. Free and convenient self-parking is available. No food or beverages are all...
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