Free Admission Day
Thursdays from 11 am - 8 pm
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Cranbrook Art Museum
Did you know that the Cranbrook Art Museum is open late every Thursday with free admission? Now you do! Currently, the museum features a new exhibit along with two ongoing ones that you can explore during your visit. If visiting on a Thursday doesn’t fit your schedule, you can also come by from 11 AM to 5 PM on Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays for an admission fee of $6 to $10.
Whitney Garden Party featuring Billy Gunther & The Midwest Riders
Thursday, July 31st | Doors at 5 pm
The Whitney Gardens
The Whitney Mansion’s popular summer events are back! Enjoy live performances from some of Detroit’s best musicians, along with delicious food and beverages at the Whitney Garden Parties every Thursday. This week’s entertainment features Billy Gunther & The Midwest Riders.
AFroFuture Detroit
August 16th - August 17th
Bedrock’s Douglass Site
AFroFuture has an exciting weekend planned, showcasing Black innovation, art, music, food, and fashion. The festival aims to provide an immersive cultural experience and to celebrate African and African diaspora culture on a global scale. Attendees can look forward to live performances, art installations, fashion displays, a marketplace, and various food vendors. Headliners include Asake, Ludmilla, Davido, Kaytranada, and Gims, along with local talents from Detroit.
Woodward Dream Cruise
Saturday, August 16th from 9am - 9pm
Woodward Avenue
Metro Detroit’s beloved annual automotive celebration is back! Prepare to admire classic cars, especially those from the 1950s and 60s, along a 16-mile stretch of Woodward Avenue. A diverse range of vehicles will be showcased, including hot rods, muscle cars, and rare imports.
Bee Fest at the Belle Isle Nature Center
Saturday, August 16th from 11am - 4pm
Belle Isle Nature Center
Bzzzzzzzzz. There’s a lot of buzz happening at the Belle Isle Nature Center this weekend! National Bee Day is on Saturday, and Bee Fest is a celebration of the vital role bees play in our ecosystem. This free, family-friendly event will feature a variety of fun and educational activities.
Howell Melon Festival
August 14th - August 17th
Downtown Howell
The Howell Melon Festival is celebrating its 65th anniversary this year! This annual community tradition honors Howell’s agricultural roots with headline events such as the Howell Melon Run, live music, and delicious Howell Melon Ice Cream!
Shakespeare on the Rocks: A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Thursday, August 14th at 7pm
The War Memorial
Experience a delightful evening at Shakespeare on the Rocks with A Midsummer Night’s Dream. This enchanting event, presented by Shakespeare in Detroit, takes place lakeside and combines captivating storytelling, expertly crafted cocktails, and the beauty of starlit skies. Join us for a night filled with whimsy and midsummer magic!
K-Pop Culture Experience – Dance, Games and Flavors
Saturday, August 16th from 11am - 2:30pm
Detroit Institute of Arts
K-Pop fans will be thrilled about the event happening at the Detroit Institute of Arts this weekend. The schedule includes performances by ArtLab J’s K-Pop dance team and Chicago’s PRISM Cru. Attendees can also enjoy a variety of interactive Korean games and delicious samples of Korean cuisine. Additionally, the first 50 participants who complete all four games will receive Korean Gift Boxes!
Concerts this week
8/14 - Linkin Park: From Zero World Tour
8/15 - Little Big Town Summer Tour
8/16 - Styx & Kevin Cronin + Don Felder
8/16 - Tate McRae: Miss Possessive Tour
8/16 - Goo Goo Dolls w/ Dashboard Confessional
Greektown District-Wide Happy Hour
Every Wednesday from 4 pm - 6 pm
Greektown, Detroit
Every Wednesday from 4 PM to 6 PM, enjoy Happy Hour at various participating businesses in Greektown! Indulge in drinks, appetizers, and an array of specials throughout the neighborhood.