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June 27th - June 29th
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Howell High School
The Annual Michigan Challenge Balloonfest is celebrating its 40th year! Families can enjoy carnival rides, live entertainment, a variety of food vendors, an open-air market, and exciting new surprises, along with all the balloon activities that have been bringing people from across the state back year after year.
Pug Fest 3
June 27th - June 29th
Various Venues in Downtown Ferndale
Pug Fest is back to Downtown Ferndale this weekend! Enjoy over 70 bands, featuring a mix of local and national acts at venues such as the Orchid Theatre, The Loving Touch, and 215W, among others. This multi-genre festival will highlight a variety of music styles, including emo, punk, hardcore, and indie rock, providing a unique experience for music lovers.
Fridays at the Station
Friday, June 27th from 5 pm -10 pm
Michigan Central
Fridays at The Station is a monthly series that features exciting musical collaborations, connecting emerging and established artists in an engaging showcase. Attendees can look forward to fresh collaborations, culinary pop-ups, signature cocktails, and an energy that embodies the spirit of Detroit.
Queer Coded: A Celebration of Queer Visibility
Friday, June 27th at 8 pm
Planet Ant
In celebration of Pride Month, Lilith Von Tal and her talented cast present a special edition of Lilith’s Big Ol’ Golden Show to celebrate queer visibility. This event will feature burlesque and a variety of performances from top-tier artists. It’s affectionately described as “a little vaudeville, a little burlesque, and 100% a celebration of the human body.”
The Wiz
June 17th - June 29th
Fisher Theatre
The Tony Award-winning Best Musical, ‘THE WIZ,’ is returning to stages across America with an all-new tour, direct from Broadway. This groundbreaking adaptation of ‘The Wizard of Oz’ transformed the landscape of Broadway, featuring an iconic score filled with soul, gospel, rock, and 70s funk.
4th of July Michigan Made Fest
June 28th - June 29th
Canterbury Village
Canterbury Village will be bustling with local crafters, artists, and small businesses from Michigan this weekend! You can shop for a variety of handcrafted goods, including jewelry, fiber arts, home décor, pet supplies, baked treats, handmade clothing, and more. The event will also feature live music in the afternoon and free lawn games for the entire family!
Burger Battle Detroit
Sunday, June 29th from 1pm - 4pm
Eastern Market
There’s beef at the biggest burger battle in the Midwest this Sunday. The stakes are high for 15 of metro Detroit’s top restaurants vying for the title of best burger. Attendees will serve as judges and can also enjoy live entertainment, local vendors, and free games. Admission is free for children under 5.
Cars Under the Stars Fireworks Spectacular
Sunday, June 29th from 6:30 pm - 10:30 pm
M1 Concourse
Cars Under the Stars Fireworks Spectacular returns to the M1 Concourse in Pontiac. This event features a captivating fireworks display that can be enjoyed from your car right on the M1 Concourse track. Attendees can also look forward to a DJ, food trucks, craft beer, and plenty of family activities. Gates open at 6:30 PM, and the fireworks are scheduled to begin at 9:45 PM.
Sandwiches of History
Sunday, June 29th at 7pm
Planet Ant
To celebrate the release of “Sandwiches of History: The Cookbook,” Barry Enderwick is embarking on a tour to explore the fascinating history of sandwiches! The event will feature special guest stars, live sandwich-making demonstrations, and tastings with audience-suggested enhancements. There will also be a Q&A session and other surprises! This event is a unique blend of TED Talk, comedy, trivia battle, and a sandwich-making extravaganza!
Use promo code SOHDETROIT for a $5 discount through Friday.
A Night with the Orchestra & Big Sean
Special J DIlla Tribute
Sunday, June 29th at 7 pm
Orchestra Hall
Orchestra Hall and the Detroit Pistons are hosting a special celebration of J Dilla’s legacy, featuring Big Sean and the Detroit Symphony Orchestra. The evening will also include performances by Skilla Baby, Nasaan, and Queen Naija.
Pierogi Making 101
Pietrzyk Pierogi
Want to learn the secrets behind making delicious pierogis? Sign up for a class at Pietrzyk Pierogi. You’ll learn the skills you need to make a pierogi from start to finish, from making the dough, the filling, pinching, boiling and packaging. Also, lunch is included with the class. You’ll get pierogis made from a pro, smoked kielbasa, kraut, and all the fixings.