July 16 - 20th: Concert of Colors
The event is FREE and open to all ages. Now in its 34th year, this multicultural festival brings together communities through world-class performances and cultural experiences at venues across the city, including the Detroit Institute of Arts, Aretha Franklin Amphitheatre, Michigan Science Center, Detroit Historical Museum, Scarab Club, Third Man Records, Spot Lite Detroit, College for Creative Studies, and the Detroit Symphony Orchestra.
July 16 - 20th: African World Festival
July 18th: Guided Detroit People Mover Tour
Explore the heart of Detroit on a guided People Mover tour. This loop through downtown will provide an overview of the area, including stops at the Financial District to visit the Art Deco Guardian Building, Hart Plaza, Spirit Plaza, and Campus Martius Park. Next, we'll reboard the People Mover and head to Greektown, where you will enjoy a delicious Greek pastry at Astoria Pastry Shop.
July 18th: Concert Of Colors: Mavis Staples *FRIDAY FREE EVENT*
Concert Of Colors: Mavis Staples *FRIDAY FREE EVENT* with The Luv Locz Experiment, Bab L’ Bluz, Shashu Amen-Ra
Things To Do in Detroit at Night
When the sun goes down, Detroit lights up with energy and vibes. Whether you're in the mood for live music in a cozy jazz lounge, craft cocktails in a stylish speakeasy, or dancing the night away at a downtown club, the city offers something for every night owl. Catch a comedy show, take in skyline views from a rooftop bar, or explore late-night eats at one of Detroit's many food spots that stay open well past midnight. Whatever your scene, the D doesn’t sleep early.
🪩 July 18th: Ghettotechtopia
🪩 July 18th: PROPER TECHNO
🪩 July 19th: Kevin Saunderson
🪩 July 19th: Afrobeats to the World
🪩 July 20th: Foggy Sundays
July 18th: Summer Sips at the Detroit Zoo
Wander through the Detroit Zoo with craft drink in hand. Hear live sets from local musicians. Explore Dragon Forest, where mythical creatures roar to life under the evening sky. And post up for golden-hour selfies with your best friends, your family, your someone-special or whoever else is on your group text.
July 18th: Detroit City FC vs. Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC
Come and cheer on the Detroit City FC as they host the Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC at Keyworth Stadium.
Things to Do With Kids
Looking for family fun this weekend? Detroit has you covered with hands-on museums, outdoor adventures, and can't-miss events made just for kids. Explore free museum admission days, interactive exhibits, and seasonal festivals happening across the city and suburbs. Whether you're chasing butterflies at the conservatory, getting creative at a local art center, or catching a storytime event, there's no shortage of ways to make magical memories with your little ones this weekend.
🖍️July 18th: Movie Nights In The D
🖍️July 19th: Dreams & Wings
🖍️July 19 - 20th: National Train Show
🖍️July 20th: Festival of Chariots
July 19th: Southern Soul
Southern Soul featuring King George with Morris Day - Doors: 07:00 PM Show: 08:00 PM
July 20th: 8th Annual Detroit Festival of Books
Books of all sorts: used, rare, antiquarian, unusual, ephemera, authors, etc.
July 20th: BIG3 Basketball
The BIG3 announced that the league’s eighth season will be tipping off in Chicago, IL, at Allstate Arena on Saturday, June 14 at 4 p.m. ET live on CBS. Week five of the BIG3 schedule is set to visit Little Caesars Arena on Sunday, July 20.
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