June 1-Dec 31: America: 250 Years in the Making
As the nation commemorates its 250th anniversary, The Henry Ford offers 250 acres of special programming, new exhibitions, exciting events and more to highlight the history of American innovation. The yearlong series explores how creativity and ingenuity have sparked change across centuries of American life and how they continue to shape the future we all share.
June 1-Jan 18: Handmade: The Crafting of America
Discover the story of American craftsmanship in Handmade: The Crafting of America. From practical beginnings to bold, modern expressions, this exhibition traces the evolution of craft and celebrates human creativity. Each artifact — some shown publicly for the first time — reveals a narrative of resilience, resourcefulness and entrepreneurial spirit.
June 1- July 23: 2026 Animal Crossing Aquarium Tour
Nintendo is bringing an aquarium experience inspired by the Animal Crossing: New Horizons game to Auburn Hills at SEA LIFE Michigan Aquarium this month! From May 7 – July 23, visitors and fans can experience the variety of aquatic life and enjoy themed activities.
June 19: Hart of Detroit Summer Festival 2026
The Hart of Detroit Summer Fest will kick off at noon at Hart Plaza. This year’s headliners are Detroit rappers Kash Doll and Babytron, and New Jersey native Fetty Wap. Other notable Detroit acts include Charity, Shorty Da Prince aka Reggie Son, Tone Tone, K Deezy, Tay B, Baby Faxe E, Baby Money, Bruiser Wolf, Damedot, and Boldy James.
Detroit After Hours
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.
🪩 June 19: DISTINCT LIFE PRESENTS: THE REUNION (JUNETEENTH EDITION)
🪩 June 19: The Prelude at Pocket Change Detroit
🪩 June 19: You Don't Know This One
🪩 June 19: Juneteenth Jamz: A Black Queer Variety Festival
🪩June 21: Brunch N Bowl
June 19-21: Pink Martini
Explosive yet graceful, touching yet playful—there’s no band quite like Pink Martini! Joined by the DSO and featuring the sensational Storm Large, this 12-musician ensemble delivers a genre-blurring performance that blends jazz, world music, and ’40s-’50s pop, taking audiences on a musical journey around the globe. With songs in 25 languages and over 3 million albums sold worldwide, Pink Martini returns to Orchestra Hall for an unforgettable evening.
June 19: Juneteenth Parade & Celebration
Detroit's original Juneteenth Parade & Celebration now in its fourth year!
June 19: Juneteenth Artisan Baking Competition & Cottage Food Market
Celebrate Juneteenth in Dearborn by supporting grassroots community talent! Under the theme "Bake Well. Live Well. Thrive Together," the Juneteenth Cottage Food Market & Artisan Baking Competition provides a direct economic pathway for everyday individuals, families, and passionate home bakers to showcase their skills, share their traditions, and earn income. You do not need a formal or legally registered business to participate—this event is designed to celebrate local grassroots talent and turn culinary heritage into real opportunity.
June 20-21: Motor Muster
Kick summer into high gear this Father’s Day weekend in Greenfield Village. Motor Muster, one of the country’s most exciting historic vehicle shows, transports you to the golden eras of car culture all weekend long.
June 20: The R&B Lovers Tour
R&B icons Keith Sweat, Joe, Dru Hill and Ginuwine are set to bring "The R&B Lovers Tour" to the Fox Theatre on Saturday, June 20, 2026 at 8 p.m. With powerhouse vocals and chart-topping hits, The R&B Lovers Tour promises to be the ultimate celebration of the genre, uniting four legendary acts on one stage.
June 21: Detroit in Context Downtown Walking Tour
Detroit has tons of amazing assets but also faces many challenges. One thing is for sure there is so much more to the city than the headlines and stereotypes portray. On this walking tour, our expert guide will provide insights and put things in context as they take you around the downtown and throughout the decades in order to help locals and visitors understand how Detroit’s history shaped where we are today, what’s happening now and how we can become a model for what a 21st century equitable city should look like.
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