Ofrendas: Celebrating el Día de Muertos
The 11th edition of 'Ofrendas: Celebrating el Día de Muertos,' showcases 13 stunning ofrendas created by talented local artists and community members. This annual exhibition is a unique opportunity for visitors to connect with the heartfelt reasons and customs behind honoring the departed while collectively participating in the beautiful act of remembrance.
Detroit Harvestfest & Food Truck Rally
Join the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy in celebrating the season at the Detroit Harvest Fest & Food Truck Rally! With over 50 food trucks, six music stages, and a wide range of fun Harvest Fest Activities, it's a fantastic event for the entire family!
Octobeerfest
Octobeerfest is the ultimate celebration of beer! Join us for a fun-filled day of beer tasting, live music, tailgating games, and great company. Whether you're a seasoned beer enthusiast or just looking for a good time, Octobeerfest is the place to be. Grab your friends and come raise a glass to good times and great beer!
M1 Concourse Cars & Coffee
Come out on the first Saturday of each month for the largest Cars & Coffee event in Michigan! Share this massive monthly tradition with your fellow auto-enthusiasts to showcase their vehicles. The featured class for the October show will be all JDM and Asian vehicle brands! This event is kid-friendly and FREE, just remember to respect everyone’s cars.
Zoo Boo
Explore the zoo and experience festive pumpkin displays, strolling entertainment from jugglers and magicians and capture memories with themed photo opportunities all while visiting each of the trick-or-treating spots scattered throughout the zoo!
Catch a Lions Game
Come cheer on the Detroit Lions as they take on the Carolina Panthers at home at Ford Field! Looking for places to catch a bite before the game? We got you!

Pontiac Harvest Festival
Celebrate Fall in Pontiac with the 2nd Annual Harvest Festival! The event features plenty of apple cider, fresh donuts, rock climbing, bounce houses, a live DJ, and a chance for you to try your hand at pumpkin bowling!
Pumpkinfest at MSU Tollgate Farm
Enjoy fall harvest at MSU Tollgate Farm with wagon rides to the pumpkin patch, kids activities, music, cider, donuts, concessions, games, livestock, education exhibitors and more.

Visit a Cider Mill
Visiting a cider mill for donuts, apples, pumpkins, and cider is a quintessential fall activity in the midwest! There are dozens of orchards to pick from across the metro area, so you can sample a few and decide which is your favorite.
Check-In and Save with Visit Detroit Digital Passes
You can save on your next trip to Detroit when you sign up for our digital passes! The Detroit Brew Trail the perfect opportunity for visitors, locals, and beer savants alike, to explore the whole region, support local businesses, and immerse themselves into all things Detroit-centric. Enjoy pizza, beer, and the best of Detroit’s attractions on your next visit with a digital pass from Visit Detroit.
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