Category: One Detroit Weekend

This weekend, there are chances to check out music and the arts at events such as the Sterlingfest Art & Music Fair in Sterling Heights and the Orchard Lake Fine Art Show in West Bloomfield. Plus, outdoor activities like Kayaking Belle Isle and the Summer Beer Festival in Ypsilanti. One Detroit contributor Dave Wagner of 90.9 WRCJ shares some events coming up on “One Detroit Weekend.”

Festivals take center stage in and around Detroit this weekend. People can check out Blake’s Lavender Festival in Armada, the Detroit Book Festival and Festa Italiana in Sterling Heights. There is also the Dam Jam Music Festival in Lansing and Faster Horses Music Festival in Brooklyn. See what else is coming up on “One Detroit Weekend” with contributors Cecelia Sharpe and Dave Wagner of 90.9 WRCJ.

This weekend, the African World Festival will feature live music, vendors, community resources and more in Hart Plaza. There are a few places to find art too, like the Wyandotte Street Art Fair and Art in the Park. Plus, don’t miss the Blissfield River Raisin Festival. Watch “One Detroit Weekend” to find out what else is happening in and around the city this weekend and beyond.

The city of Commerce kicks off its summer concert series, the Royal Oak Outdoor Art Fair returns and there’s cars and coffee at the M1 Concourse. Plus, there’s a host of live performances to check out, such as The Beach Boys, Kidz Bop Live and a Tchaikovsky Spectacular. See what else is coming up on “One Detroit Weekend.”

Fourth of July celebrations are kicking off in and around Detroit this weekend. Visit the Salute to America commemoration at Greenfield Village in Dearborn or head to downtown Highland for the Red, White and Blues Festival. Plus, the summer festivities continue with the Taylor Summer Festival, the Michigan Challenge Balloonfest and more. See what else is coming up on “One Detroit Weekend.”

It’s the first official weekend of summer. Kick it off by watching the sunset at the Detroit Zoo, checking out some handmade glass at the Michigan Glass Project Art, Glass and Music Festival in Detroit, or heading to Log Cabin Day at Palmer Park in Detroit. See what else is coming up around town on “One Detroit Weekend.”

Juneteenth is coming up Wednesday, June 19 and Father’s Day is Sunday, June 16. Celebrate with the Juneteenth Family Reunion or a round of mini golf at Cranbrook Art Museum. Plus, summer festival season continues in the region with the Ann Arbor Summer Festival and the Michigan Taco Fiesta. See what else is coming up this weekend and beyond on “One Detroit Weekend.”

June is Pride Month, and the Motor City Pride Festival is coming up this weekend in Hart Plaza. You can also meet some of Detroit’s past and present sports stars at the Detroit Sports Spectacular. Plus, there are a handful of summer festivals to check out including the Motor City Irish Fest, Gulyas Festival and Vintage Fest. See what else is coming up on “One Detroit Weekend.”

It’s Memorial Day weekend, the unofficial kickoff for summer. Celebrate You can spend it at the St. Clair Shores Memorial Day Parade and Memorial Day 2024 at the War Memorial. Plus, there’s the Novi BBQ Fest, the Ya’ssoo Greek Festival, and Movement Music Festival returns to Hart Plaza. Contributors Cecelia Sharpe and Dave Wagner of 90.9 WRCJ share more events coming up on “One Detroit Weekend.”

Celebrate Mother’s Day this weekend with performances, a pottery event and more. You can also celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month at Detroit’s Eastern Market. Plus, don’t miss “The Cunning Little Vixen” at Detroit Opera. Contributors Dave Wagner and Cecelia Sharpe of 90.9 WRCJ share what else is coming up on “One Detroit Weekend.”

Cinco de Mayo is coming up this weekend and there are a few ways to celebrate in Southwest Detroit. Also, American astrophysicist and writer Dr. Neil DeGrasse Tyson visits Detroit. Plus, celebrate Sturgeon Day, see a performance of “Annie” and more happening in and around Detroit this weekend. Contributor Peter Whorf shares what else is coming up on “One Detroit Weekend.”

Earth Day is coming up this weekend and there are a few ways to celebrate, including the Earth Day Fest at the Ypsilanti Farmers Market or an Earth Day Celebration at The War Memorial. There’s also a new exhibit on the history of Detroit’s Jewish community at the Detroit Historical Museum. See what else is coming up around town on “One Detroit Weekend” with contributor Cecelia Sharpe of 90.9 WRCJ.

Heading into the weekend, check out some theater, live music visual arts and more around Detroit and its suburbs. There’s the “When Instruments Roamed the Earth!” concert, the “Heavy Melanin” exhibit, the Fishville Farms Summer Concert Series Featuring BlueSkye and plenty more. See what else is coming up around town on “One Detroit Weekend.”

April is Jazz Appreciation Month and what better way to celebrate the genre than with a performance from Grammy Award-winning saxophonist Branford Marsalis. Plus, support local small businesses during All Things Detroit Day at Eastern Market or check out some visual art at the Cranbrook Art Museum. See what else is coming up on “One Detroit Weekend.”

It’s the first weekend of spring and there’s plenty to do in and around Detroit. Movie lovers can spend their weekend at the Greater Farmington Film Festival, while those who love the outdoors can check out Lumberjack Day, and music fans can head to the Motor City Blues Festival. Plus, an Easter egg drop, Scientific Sip & Sketch, and more. See what’s coming up on “One Detroit Weekend.”

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day weekend and more in Detroit this weekend. See the Trinity Irish Dance group perform, enjoy some Irish food specials and live music, or pair a craft beer with science at the Brewsology Beer Fest. Plus, there’s “The Cher Show,” at the Fisher Theatre, Dog Dayze on the Farm at Blake’s Orchard & Cider Mill and more. See what’s coming up on “One Detroit Weekend.”

Black History Month continues with a host of events in and around Detroit to celebrate and learn about Black culture. The Secret Society of Twisted Storytellers hosts a performance in Southfield, the Detroit Historical Society celebrates Black entrepreneurship, and saxophonist Kenny Garrett plays his “Sounds from the Ancestors” album at Orchestra Hall. See what’s coming up on “One Detroit Weekend.”

It’s Black History Month and Detroit has several events to honor and celebrate Black culture around the city. Find works from Black authors at the 8th annual African American Family Book Expo. Celebrate Black History Month at two new exhibits at The Carr Center and the Henry Ford Museum. Plus, a Black History Month observance and more. See what’s coming up on “One Detroit Weekend.”

Start your Valentine’s celebrations early with the Valentine’s Soul Jam at the Fox Theatre in Detroit or check out the Chocolate Extravaganza in downtown Chelsea. Plus, a Black History Month educator workshop at the Detroit Institute of Arts, Stagecrafters’ modern interpretation of “Romeo and Juliet,” in Royal Oak and more. See what else is coming up on “One Detroit Weekend.”

Dream of summer at the 2024 Detroit Boat Show at Huntington Place, find some wintry fun at Zehnder’s Snow Fest in Frankenmuth, and don’t miss “Wicked” at the Detroit Opera House. Plus, a performance from the Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra in honor of Mozart’s birthday, a folk music festival in Ann Arbor and more. See what else is coming up on “One Detroit Weekend.”

See what’s coming up on “One Detroit Weekend.” Head over to Detroit Opera for the 20th anniversary performance of “Too Hot To Handel.” Get your comedy fix with the Ms. Pat Ya Girl Done Made it show at Detroit’s Music Hall Center for Performing Arts. Plus, visit the nation’s largest winter festival, the World of Winter Festival, in downtown Grand Rapids.

It’s the first weekend of 2024, and here’s what’s coming up in and around Detroit. Get moving in the new year with a Hustle Class and Disco Party; see the latest installment of Detroit Opera’s Dance Film Series; or watch a new Cirque du Soleil performance. See what’s coming up around town on “One Detroit Weekend.”

The new year is knocking at the door — how do you plan to celebrate? Whether you’re looking for an all-out party, a fancier black-tie affair, or a rock ‘n’ rolling good time, Detroit has a variety of ways to celebrate New Year’s Eve this year. Plus, learn about Kwanzaa through an upcoming performance at Aretha’s Jazz Cafe in Detroit. See what’s coming up on “One Detroit Weekend.”

Christmas is right around the corner, and there are plenty of ways to celebrate the holiday in Detroit this weekend. Catch Detroit Symphony Orchestra’s “Elf in Concert,” enjoy a holiday carriage ride around downtown Detroit, or rock out this holiday with Trans-Siberian Orchestra. Find out what else is coming up around town on “One Detroit Weekend.”

Winter is knock-knock-knocking at the door, but even with the chill in the air, there’s still so much to do in and around Detroit this upcoming weekend. There’s the Winter Markets in Cadillac Square, Noel Night in Midtown Detroit, the Michigan Sneaker XChange and Mariah Carey is coming to town. See what’s coming up on “One Detroit Weekend.”

Celebrate the season with ornament painting, a production of “A Christmas Carol,” and “Frozen” at Detroit Opera. For those looking to light up their evenings, visit “Light Up Main Street” in Detroit. See what else is coming up this weekend around Southeast Michigan with contributors Cecelia Sharpe and Dave Wagner of 90.9

This weekend, check out the Detroit Thanksgiving Day Parade. Plus, ring in the holiday with the 20th annual Detroit Tree Lighting or Magic of Lights at Pine Knob Music Theatre. And, start your holiday shopping early at the Jingle & Mingle Ferndale Holiday Market. See what’s happening around town on “One Detroit Weekend.”

The holiday season inches closer with “How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical.” Motor City Comic Con makes it way to Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi. Plus, Mrs. Doubtfire brings its laughs and love to the Fisher Theatre stage. And, there’s plenty more! See what you can do on “One Detroit Weekend.”

From the Autumn Landscape Tour at the Ford House Grounds to an entrepreneurship resource summit at the Detroit Historical Museum, the All Things Detroit Holiday Shopping Experience and Food Truck Rally and more, check out what you can do around metro Detroit this weekend on “One Detroit Weekend.”

Celebrate Día de los Muertos, also known as the Day of the Dead, on the Detroit riverfront, make your own sugar skulls at the Detroit Institute of Arts, or take a stroll through Terror on Tillson Street in Romeo. Check out what you can do around town this weekend on “One Detroit Weekend.”

We’re less than two weeks away from Halloween, but the spooky good times have already started in Southeast Michigan. From the Monster’s Ball at the Russell Industrial Center to Treats in the Streets at the Detroit Historical Museum, Zoo Boo at the Detroit Zoo, the region has several seasonal offerings for you and the family. See what you can do around town this weekend on “One Detroit Weekend.”

It’s finally fall, and Detroit has a lot of fun activities to offer. Check out more than 70 films by African American filmmakers at the Detroit Black Film Festival; Grab some warm cider and donuts at the Great Fall Festival; or celebrate the end of another successful Detroit Month of Design. Check out eight exciting fall events happening around metro Detroit on “One Detroit Weekend.”

Looking for something fun to do this weekend? You can check out Detroit After Dark as part of Detroit Month of Design, take your young ones to Disney on Ice: Find Your Hero, or hear Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse Live in Concert at the Fisher Theater. See what’s happening in and around Detroit on “One Detroit Weekend.”

Looking for something fun to do this weekend? You can see the latest model vehicles at the Detroit Auto Show, celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at the Detroit Public Library, or hear “Ghostbusters” in concert performed by the Detroit Symphony Orchestra. See what’s happening in and around Detroit on “One Detroit Weekend.”

Whether you’re attending the Greta Van Fleet concert or the Dave Chappelle show at Little Caesars Arena, checking out the Boat the Blue Antique & Classic Boat Show, or trying your hand at improv comedy, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Check out what’s going on around town this weekend and into next week on “One Detroit Weekend.”

Looking for some summer fun in Detroit? The Detroit Funk Festival returns for another year of moving and grooving, and Aretha’s Jazz Café has a Tribute to Nina Simone. Yoga enthusiasts can find their flow state at the Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit. Plus, it wouldn’t be a Michigan summer without a day at the Michigan State Fair. Check out what to do around town on “One Detroit Weekend.”

Looking for some summer fun in Detroit? Travel back to medieval times at the Michigan Renaissance Festival or immerse yourself in Middle Eastern culture at the St. Rafka Summer Festival. You can also indulge in a unique ice cream flavor at the Howell Melon Festival. Plus, enjoy a variety of music around the city. Check out everything you can do around town on “One Detroit Weekend.”

Looking for some summer fun in Detroit? Celebrate the 50th anniversary of hip hop at the Detroit Institute of Arts. Explore Blake’s Orchard and Cider Mill’s Sunflower Festival. Plus, visit Dexter and Milford’s annual summer festivals. For a more adventurous activity, watch the Thunder Over Michigan air show at Willow Run. Check out what’s happening around town on “One Detroit Weekend.”

From Sterlingfest to a Whitney Houston tribute, the Arab & Chaldean Festival and the Wayne County Fair, metro Detroit has a lot to offer! One Detroit contributor Peter Whorf of 90.9 WRCJ shares what you can do around the Detroit area this weekend on “One Detroit Weekend.”

Looking for some summer fun in Detroit? From Concert of Colors, Michigan’s largest free diversity festival, to the Ann Arbor Art Fair and Soulful Saturday Riverfront Music Festival, metro Detroit has a lot to offer! Check out what you can do around town on “One Detroit Weekend.”

Looking for some summer fun in Detroit? From the Rocket Mortgage Classic to the Royal Oak Taco Fest and Anita Baker’s “The Songstress Tour,” metro Detroit has a lot to offer! Check out what you can do around Detroit this weekend and beyond on “One Detroit Weekend.”

Looking for something to do this weekend? From ways to celebrate Father’s Day to a host of Juneteenth events around the city, a luxury car experience and more, Detroit has a lot to offer this weekend. Check out what you can do around town on “One Detroit Weekend.”

From celebrations for Cinco de Mayo to an AAPI film series at the 2023 Freep Film Festival and a production of “Annie,” Detroit has so much to offer this weekend. 90.9 WRCJ host Dave Wagner and Cecelia Sharpe share what you can do around Detroit this weekend.

From celebrations for Earth Month and Arab American Heritage Month to Broadway’s Audra McDonald at Hill Auditorium, the Detroit area has so much to offer this weekend. Contributor Cecelia Sharpe shares what’s happening around the Detroit area.

From Arab American Heritage Month to Osvaldo Golijov’s “Fountain of Tears” and the Wayne State University Jazz Big Band, metro Detroit has so much to offer during the April 7 weekend and beyond. One Detroit contributor Peter Whorf of 90.9 WRCJ shares what’s ahead.

One Detroit contributor Dave Wagner of 90.9 WRCJ shares what’s happening around metro Detroit during the March 31 weekend and into next week on “One Detroit Weekend.”

From a free planetarium show to a Ramadan festival and local live music, One Detroit contributor Peter Whorf of 90.9 WRCJ shares what’s happening around metro Detroit during the March 24 weekend on “One Detroit Weekend.”

One Detroit contributors Peter Whorf and Dave Wagner of 90.9 WRCJ share what’s happening around metro Detroit during St. Patrick’s Day weekend and into next week on “One Detroit Weekend.”

One Detroit contributor Cecelia Sharpe shares what events and activities are happening around metro Detroit during the March 10 weekend and into next week on “One Detroit Weekend.”