What to do in Detroit - Events

Penguins Soar, Wings Fly, Detroit Buzzes With Weekend Fun


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Hey Detroit listeners, it's your friendly guide to the best things happening in the Motor City from today through the weekend. Kick off Thursday night with some high-energy women's college basketball as the Youngstown State Penguins take on the Detroit Mercy Titans at Calihan Hall at 7 p.m. The Penguins are riding high after a dominant 61-38 defensive clinic over Cleveland State, led by sharpshooter Danielle Cameron's five threes and Sophia Gregory's near triple-double. Detroit Mercy's fighting a nine-game skid, but with Jasmine Edwards grabbing 8.1 rebounds per game, it could be a gritty Horizon League battle—catch it live on ESPN+ or 570 WKBN.

Puck fans, don't miss the Detroit Red Wings hosting the Washington Capitals tonight at Little Caesars Arena. Tickets start as low as $49 on Vivid Seats, with average prices around $179 for prime spots—perfect for cheering on the Wings in this NHL showdown.

Friday stays chill with ongoing vibes at the Michigan Science Center's Build Your Experience programs all day, letting you tinker with hands-on experiments.

Saturday explodes with winter fun at the World of Winter Festival in downtown Detroit, featuring the Rapid Art Movement mobile art experience rolling through Calder Plaza on January 30 and 31—think interactive sculptures and snowy creativity. Music lovers, head to Christ Church Detroit at 6:30 p.m. for the Candlelight Tribute to Queen and More, a magical string quartet show under glowing candles for $38 tickets. Rap fans, Atmosphere brings their Winter Carnival Tour to The Fillmore Detroit on January 31 with high-energy beats celebrating the season. Comedy calls at the Music Hall Center with the GenX Takeover Comedy Tour that same night, packed with nostalgic laughs. Tech nostalgics, drive out to the Vintage Electronics Expo at Oakland Expo Center from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., trading vintage radios, records, and audio gear with a 1 p.m. seminar. Night owls, dive into the 18+ ALLEYCVT event at Russell Industrial Center starting at 9 p.m., a pulsating underground rave.

Wrap up with Build Your Experience continuing at the Michigan Science Center on Sunday. Whether you're into sports, tunes, or frosty art, Detroit's buzzing—grab your crew and dive in.

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