Listeners, Detroit is bustling with incredible energy this weekend, and if you’re looking for fun, there’s no shortage of must-see events and hidden gems to experience in the city.
Let’s kick things off with country music fans: tonight, Pine Knob Music Theatre hosts the iconic 99.5 WYCD Hoedown, headlined by Dierks Bentley on his Broken Branches Tour. Special guests include Zach Top and The Band Loula, with energetic sets from Lanco, Preston Cooper, and Audrey Ray. Doors open at 7, show starts at 8. Country’s hottest stars all in one spot, so grab those boots and sing out loud with thousands of fellow fans.
Hip-hop heads and block party enthusiasts can join the Return Of The Legends Block Party Edition, night two, featuring Plies, Da Brat, Twista, Tela, Crucial Conflict, Do Or Die, Big Mike, and Coo Coo Cal. The Aretha Franklin Amphitheatre promises high-energy performances and classic tracks. Doors open at 7, so gather your crew and enjoy legendary acts under the Detroit skyline.
Sports lovers, the Detroit Football Classic kicks off at 1pm this Saturday, bringing college football excitement to the city. Tailgate, celebrate, and watch rivals battle it out on the field. If you’re more of a baseball fan, the Detroit Tigers face the New York Mets at Comerica Park on Labor Day, September 1st, with first pitch at 1:10pm.
For festival seekers, Detroit’s crown jewel is the Detroit Jazz Festival downtown at Hart Plaza, unfolding through Labor Day, with free admission. It’s one of the largest free jazz festivals in the world, featuring performances from global icons and rising stars. Bring the whole family for daytime sets, moonlit jam sessions, and street food from local vendors.
Art and culture fans can swing by Royal Oak for Arts, Beats & Eats, taking place all weekend through Labor Day. The festival mixes mouthwatering eats, vibrant art installations, and live music across multiple stages, making it a sensory playground.
If you want another treat, Movie Nights in the D continues this weekend, with free outdoor films near the Cadillac Center People Mover Station. Pack a blanket, enjoy Pixar’s Moana 2 under the stars, and soak up the good vibes with family and friends.
The Michigan State Fair in Novi also runs all weekend, giving you classic carnival rides, farm animals, live entertainment, and fair food galore. It’s open all day and a great choice for families or anyone who loves tradition and fair nostalgia.
Special concerts light up Detroit throughout the weekend: Phantogram performs Sunday night at the Fillmore, and Ted Nugent celebrates the Stranglehold 50th Anniversary Tour at the Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre. Whether you groove to indie rock or classic Motor City guitar riffs, there’s a show for you.
Don’t forget Sunday’s Detroit Sandwich Party at 2810 Russell Street. Sample unique sandwiches, catch pop-up performances, and discover new flavors from Detroit’s culinary innovators. Admission is free, so bring your appetite.
Listeners, there’s something unforgettable for everyone in Detroit this week. Whether you’re tapping your toes at a jazz set, dancing at a concert, exploring art and food festivals, or cheering for your favorite team, this city delivers.
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