Major Events
Motor City Pride
As Michigan’s largest Pride celebration, Motor City Pride includes a festival and parade full of color, song, and dance. In previous years, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and Attorney General Dana Nessel made appearances and gave speeches to crowds of more than 65,000 people. June 6-7. Hart Plaza, 1 W. Jefferson Ave., Detroit; motorcitypride.org.
Hour Detroit’s full roundup of metro Detroit Pride events can be viewed here.
Fairs & Festivals
Palmer Park Art Fair
Peruse the work of more than 100 juried artists, take in storytelling and book readings by local authors, grab a bite from a food truck, enjoy a beer in the beer tent, and much more. You’ll also find live music, dance performances, and hands-on projects. June 6-7. Palmer Park, 910 Merrill Plaisance St., Detroit; palmerparkartfair.com.
The Original Michigan Lavender Festival
This is the event to attend if you love lavender. Here you’ll find more than 200 artists and makers, food trucks, lavender-infused treats, and educational workshops. June 5-7. Eastern Michigan State Fairgrounds, 195 Midway St., Imlay City; themichiganlavenderfestival.com.
Ann Arbor African American Downtown Festival
For 29 years, this event has celebrated the contributions of Ann Arbor’s historic Black Business District. Expect live jazz, pop, and dance music performances, mascot characters, and tons of vendors. June 6. Downtown Ann Arbor; facebook.com/AnnArborAADF.
Lyon Township International Kite Festival
Watch gravity-defying kite stunts performed by professional flyers and enjoy live entertainment, food, and kids’ games and crafts. June 6-7. James F. Atchison Memorial Park, 58000 Grand River Ave., New Hudson; lyonevents.org.
Arts & Pride
LGBTQ+ communities and families are welcomed to Arts & Pride — a colorful event at Civic Center Park presented by the Madison Heights Arts Board and Human Relations and Equity Commission. June 7. Civic Center Park, Pavilion B, 300 W. 13 Mile Road, Madison Heights; facebook.com/MHArtsBoard.
Final Days of the Canterbury Village Medieval Faire
Take a step back in time to when knights, jesters, and princesses ruled the land. There will be roaming entertainment, including musicians, minstrels, pipers, and fire-breathers. Plus, you’ll find plenty of food in the Gaelic pub, including turkey legs. June 6-7. Canterbury Village, 2325 Joslyn Court, Lake Orion; canterburyvillage.com.
Summertime at Nick Gilbert Way
Nick Gilbert Way in downtown Detroit will feature a slate of exciting attractions this summer. Located between Hudson’s Detroit Block building and tower, this plaza will be home to live music, community events, games, a local vendor market, food and drink pop-ups, and more. Among the attractions is the outdoor pop-up bar Twist, which will serve beer, wine, cocktails, non-alcoholic beverages, and a variety of snacks. For a complete list of hours for each attraction, visit deckedoutdetroit.com.
Music
Kesha
Pop superstar Kesha takes to the Pine Knob stage on Friday night as part of “The Freedom Tour.” Joining Kesha as special guests on the tour are Chromeo and Sizzy Rocket. June 5. $66.60+. Pine Knob Music Theatre, 33 Bob Seger Dr., Clarkston; 313presents.com.
Parker McCollum
Also performing in metro Detroit this Friday is multi-platinum country star Parker McCollum. Touring in support of his 2025 self-titled fifth studio album, joining McCollum on his latest batch of show are Max McNown and Kassi Ashton. June 5. $43.40+. Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre, 14900 Metro Pkwy, Sterling Heights; 313presents.com.
Bone Thugs-N-Harmony
This Friday is clearly a major performance day, because Grammy Award-winning hip-hop group Bone Thugs-N-Harmony are also set take to the stage in Detroit. June 5. $59.50+. Sound Board at MotorCity Casino Hotel, 2901 Grand River Ave., Detroit; 313presents.com.
Forrest Frank
Christian singer-songwriter Forrest Frank brings his “The Jesus Generation Tour” to Little Caesars Arena this Saturday. Joining Frank as special guests on the tour are Tori Kelly, Cory Asbury, and The Figs. June 6. $89.25+. Little Caesars Arena, 2645 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 313presents.com.
Ruben Studdard
R&B singer and season two winner of American Idol Ruben Studdard performs in Detroit this weekend on his “My Tribute to Luther” tour honoring late R&B icon Luther Vandross. June 6. $44.20. Sound Board at MotorCity Casino Hotel, 2901 Grand River Ave., Detroit; 313presents.com.
Comedy, Pop Culture & Film
Ali Siddiq
Comedian Ali Siddiq visits Detroit this weekend as part of his “Custom Fit Tour” and will deliver two shows on Saturday night. June 6, 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. $53.85+. Fox Theatre, 2211 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 313presents.com.
Screenings of Clueless (1995)
The latest movie being shown in Emagine Theatres’ Flashback Cinema series is the classic 1995 comedy Clueless starring Alicia Silverstone and co-starring Paul Rudd. June 7 and 10. Showing in select theaters. Complete details available at emagine-entertainment.com/flashback-cinema.
Mic Drop Comedy Detroit’s Walking Ghost Tour
If you love learning about local history with a dash of the paranormal, you might want to check out Mic Drop Comedy Detroit’s Walking Ghost Tour. For about 60-70 minutes, you’ll be guided around downtown Detroit learning about spooky stories about the city’s theaters, churches, parks, and more. (Appropriate for ages 10+.) Saturdays through Nov. 1. $25.50. Mic Drop Comedy Detroit, 2301 Woodward Ave., Detroit; micdropcomedydetroit.com.
Theater
The Revolutionists
Season 18 at the Tipping Point Theatre continues with the comedy The Revolutionists. Written by Lauren Gunderson and set in 1793, four women — a playwright, an assassin, a former Queen, and a Caribbean spy — try to save the world in the face of extremism during the French Revolution. Now through June 28. Tickets are $25 through June 5 and between $40-47 for the rest of the run. Tipping Point Theatre, 361 E. Cady St., Northville; tippingppointtheatre.com.
Final Performances of King James
A pair of Cleveland Cavaliers fans become unlikely friends in this play by Pulitzer Prize finalist Rajiv Joseph. Set across the 12 years between LeBron James’s 2004 rookie season and the 2016 NBA Championship, the story explores the many ways in which a shared love of sports can act as a vector for deeper human connection. Now through June 7. $52+. Detroit Public Theatre, Detroit; detroitpublictheatre.org.
Always a Bridesmaid
The Meadow Brook Theatre closes out its 2025-26 season with this comedy about four high school friends who made a promise to be bridesmaids in each other’s weddings, no matter what. Now through June 21. $49.15. Meadow Brook Theatre, 378 Meadow Brook Rd., Rochester; mbtheatre.com.
Spit in Your Face
Making its world premiere, this political satire centers on Liliana, a young Mexican-American woman of indigenous descent, who’s been hired as an assistant in a San Francisco-based theater company. In the process, she gets caught in the middle of the director and producer and must figure out how to navigate their egos, while trying to help steer the production’s narrative. Now through June 28. $30/advance and $35/same day. Detroit Repertory Theatre, 13103 Woodrow Wilson, Detroit; app.arts-people.com.
The Cider House Rules
The Ringwald Theatre’s latest production is an adaptation of the bestselling John Irving novel The Cider House Rules. The production is split up into two parts, with Part One opening on May 15, and Part Two opening on May 29. June 7 and 14 will feature performances of both parts at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., respectively. Now through June 14. $32.64 for each part, with a $10 discount available when purchasing both parts together. The Ringwald Theatre, 290 W. Nine Mile Rd., Ferndale; theringwald.com.
The Last Wide Open
This three-act play tells the unique love story of a waitress and a dishwasher and includes live music woven throughout the production. Now through June 14. $30. Theatre NOVA, 410 W. Huron St., Ann Arbor; theatrenova.org.
Art
Wayne County History Project
The Detroit Historical Society partners with the Wayne County Executive Office to offer a series of exhibits at the Guardian Building showcasing the county’s 43 unique communities. Six new exhibits will join the project this month: Harper Woods, Grosse Pointe, Grosse Pointe Woods, Grosse Pointe Shores, Grosse Pointe Farms, and Grosse Pointe Park. June 6-ongoing. No cost. Guardian Building, Detroit; detroithistorical.org.
Buffalo Prescott’s “Vernal 2026”
The spring-inspired contemporary art exhibition “Vernal 2026” is available for viewing by appointment only. For a preview of the exhibition, read Associate Editor Jack Thomas’ recap of “Vernal 2026.” Now through June 27. Fridays 1 p.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturdays and Sundays 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Buffalo Prescott, 11411 Buffalo St., Detroit; buffaloprescott.org.
Seeking Light: Mixed Media Works by Michelle Sider
For the first time, mixed media artist Michelle Sider is sharing a comprehensive solo exhibition to the public. The exhibition features 40 works of glass mosaics. Now through Aug. 9. Free admission. Stamelos Gallery Center, 4901 Evergreen Rd., Dearborn; library.umd.umich.edu.
New Exhibitions at Wasserman Projects
Two new exhibitions are opening at the Wasserman Projects this weekend: Matthew Richie + Shara Nova’s Half-Wingedand Adam Shirley + Alberte Tranberg’s Steel Work of Mild Hands. Both exhibitions open on May 16, with Half-Winged running through Aug. 15 and Stell Work of Mild Hands running through June 13. 3434 Russell Street, #502, Detroit; complete exhibition details available at wassermanprojects.com.
Latest Exhibits at MOCAD
Following an 8-month long closure for renovations, the Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit reopened in April with three new exhibitions. Detroit Cosmologies is the first retrospective exhibit of Detroit artist, storyteller, and cultural historian Olayami Dabls. This Side of the River honors Detroit-based fiber artist Carole Harris, whose otherworldly quilts serve as vessels for political and cultural reflection. Finally, Retail Therapy is the first solo museum exhibition for multimedia artist Martha Mysko, whose large-scale works incorporate painting, sculpture, photography, and architecture. Ongoing until further notice. No additional cost. Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit, 55 E Canfield St., Detroit; mocadetroit.org.
Family & Recreation
Pheasant Flock Party
Birders and other bird enthusiasts unite this Saturday for the Pheasant Flock Party. Hosted by the Detroit Bird Alliance and inspired by New York City’s Pigeon Fest, this event is a celebration of the ring-necked pheasant. Lots of pheasant-related activities are scheduled, including a bird impersonation pageant, a crow call-off, and much more. June 6, 12-6 p.m. Free admission. Brewery Faisan, 1087 Beaufait St., Detroit; eventbrite.com.
Village Fest
Celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Detroit-based non-profit Developing K.I.D.S., this festival event features games, music, food trucks, sweet treats, a petting zoo, obstacle courses, mini golf, and other family-friendly activities. June 7, 2-6 p.m. $15 for adults, $10 for children, and children 2 and under are free. Developing K.I.D.S, 24230 W. McNichols Rd., Detroit; developingkids.org.
A-MAZING Detroit: All Paths Lead to Mi-Sci
The Michigan Science Center (Mi-Sci) opens a new interactive exhibit this weekend with A-MAZING Detroit. This limited time exhibit is a life-sized cardboard maze featuring murals inspired by the city, along with cultural touchpoints, and takes you to various areas inside Mi-Sci. The maze is fully accessible for guests and contains multiple exits. Included in the cost of general admission. Michigan Science Center, 5020 John R. St., Detroit; mi-sci-org.
Pickleball at Beacon Park
For the second year, folks can enjoy pickleball at Beacon Park in downtown Detroit. Weekday leagues take place Monday-Friday from 6 p.m.-9:30 p.m., with open play available from 6 a.m.-10 p.m., whenever the courts are not in use for leagues. Monthly tournaments are also scheduled, with the next tournament set for June 13 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Complete details available at empoweringmichigan.com.
Field Trip
Chihuly in Grand Rapids
Chihuly at Meijer Gardens at the Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park in Grand Rapids will showcase dozens of glass master Dale Chihuly’s creative works both inside the galleries and outside throughout the gardens. Several of his innovative artworks have been on display at the facility for decades, and a variety of others were presented during two special exhibitions in 2002 and 2010. Now through Nov. 1. Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park, 1000 E. Beltline Ave. NE, Grand Rapids; meijergardens.org/chihuly-at-meijer-gardens.
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