May 1st-3rd: Raanan Hershberg with Johanna Medranda and Darius Walker
Raanan has performed his high-energy, joke-packed comedy on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, The Late, Late Show with James Corden, and Comedy Central. His latest special ‘Jokes from the Underground’ was just included in the New York Times ‘Best Comedy of 2022’, where critic Jason Zinoman called it the funniest YouTube Special of the year, and said ‘his punchy and deliriously funny club comedy made me laugh after second and third viewings.’ He recently taped his third special at The Comedy Cellar that will be on Sam Morril's YouTube Channel in January.
May 2nd: Machine Head & In Flames with special guests Lacuna Coil and Unearth
Metal Show. All ages welcome! Doors open at 5 pm. Show starts at 6 pm.
May 3rd: Forbidden Broadway: Merrily We Stole A Song
Broadway in Detroit is pleased to announce that the Tony Award-winning FORBIDDEN BROADWAY: MERRILY WE STOLE A SONG, Gerard Alessandrini’s hilarious musical spoof of Broadway’s biggest shows and brightest stars, will make a two-performance stop at Detroit’s Fisher Theatre on Saturday, May 3 at 2:00 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
May 3rd: Bicycles: Powering Possibilities
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.
🪩April 30th: OPULENT NIGHTS @ I|O Rooftop Lounge
🪩May 2nd: Cinco De Mayo Silent Headphones Party
🪩 May 2nd: Annex Fridays presents DRINKO DE MAYO
🪩May 2nd: Views Bar & Grill: Friday Ladies Night
🪩May 3rd: Heidelberg Project Birthday Bash & Fundraiser
May 3rd: Day Out With Thomas™: The Party Tour!
Join in on the fun as we celebrate the 80th anniversary of Thomas and Friends™ with a one-of-a-kind experience in Greenfield Village — home to the only Thomas™ steam locomotive in Michigan.
May 3rd: Jesse Cook
Canadian guitarist, producer, and nuevo flamenco star Cook turns his lighting quick fingers to flamenco, rumba, jazz plus various other forms of world music into his work. A Juno Award winner, he has also received accolades from Acoustic Guitar magazine and is a three-time winner of the Canadian Smooth Jazz award for Guitarist of the Year. To top that off, he has also sold more than 1.5 million worldwide, cementing himself as a global guitar superstar.
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.
🖍️ May 2nd: DeBuck's Family Farm Tulip Festival
🖍️May 2nd: Blakes in Bloom
🖍️May 3rd: Riverfront Fish Fest
May 3rd: The R&B Invitation Tour
The R&B Invitation Tour featuring R&B legends Joe, Musiq Soulchild and Eric Benét will take over for an evening of smooth vocals and timeless hits at the Fox Theatre on Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 8 p.m. This highly anticipated show promises to deliver an unforgettable experience, as the artists bring their signature sound to life on stage. Comerica Bank is the exclusive presenting partner of the Fox Theatre.
May 4th: Michigan Panthers vs. DC Defenders
Spring football is back! Come and cheer on the Michigan Panthers of the United Football League (UFL) as they host the DC Defenders at Ford Field in downtown Detroit.
May 4th: The 60th Annual Cinco de Mayo Parade
Parade Theme: Past, Present, & Future
The annual parade travels a 2.5-mile stretch along the business strip of West Vernor Highway. It includes hundreds of vibrant floats, school marching bands, Mariachis’, Charros, schools, dignitaries, local businesses; and showcases the Miss Mexico Pageant Queen + her court.
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