Ways to celebrate New Year's Eve 2023, Kwanzaa and more around Detroit

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. Plus, learn about Kwanzaa through music during an upcoming performance at Aretha’s Jazz Café in Detroit. See what’s coming up around town on “One Detroit Weekend” with Peter Whorf of 90.9 WRCJ.

List of Upcoming Events:

Join Kalamazoo’s own Greensky Bluegrass for a mix of traditional and contemporary Bluegrass music at The Fillmore Detroit on Dec. 29.
Learn about Kwanzaa while hearing some of the holiday’s traditionally played music during the In The Tradition: Kwanzaa Celebration at Aretha’s Jazz Café in Detroit on Dec. 30.
Grab your running shoes and head over to the starting line of Belle Isle’s New Year’s Eve Fun Run, taking place on Dec. 31. The event includes a 1-mile walk, a 3-mile walk and a 3-mile run.
Ring in the new year at Detroit’s 2024 Resolutions Ball at the Masonic Temple. The New Year’s Eve party features DJs, cirque-style performances and other fun entertainment.
Countdown the ball drop at Southeast Michigan Omega Foundation Incorporated’s New Year’s Eve Gala at Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi on Dec. 31. The event is a black-tie party.
Head over to Ferndale Project for its Grateful New Year celebration on Dec. 31. The event will feature freshly brewed beer, appetizers, and a live performance by The Raising Dead.
Enjoy a seasonal lighted walk around the pond at Heritage Park in Canton during its Holidays in Heritage Park lights show. The holiday lights will be up through Dec. 31 at the park.
Celebrate New Year’s Eve at the new Cambria Hotel in downtown Detroit during its Countdown to 2024 celebration on Dec. 31. The event offers several amenities and room packages for overnight stays.