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Returning Iron Chef Detroit champion Anthony Lombardo, of SheWolf Pastificio & Bar, and Andy Hollyday of Selden Standard, will face off in the Iron Chef Detroit II competition from 6-9 p.m. on Thursday, June 12, 2025, at Eastern Market Shed 5. (Cass Community Social Services)

Detroit Iron Chef II

Thursday, June 12th from 6pm-9pm

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Eastern Market Shed 5

Two talented chefs from Detroit will face off in an exciting culinary competition for charity. Detroit Iron Chef II will be co-hosted by Tatie Amare and Kim DeGiulio from “Live in the D.” Commentary will be provided by entrepreneur, TV host, and food influencer Carlos Parisi and proceeds from the event will benefit Cass Community Social Services, a nonprofit organization based in Detroit.

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The Whitney Garden Party featuring Olivia Dear

Thursday, May 22nd | Doors at 5pm

The Whitney Gardens

The Whitney Mansion’s popular summer events are back! Enjoy live performances from some of Detroit’s best musicians, along with delicious food and beverages at the Whitney Garden Parties every Thursday. This week’s entertainment features Olivia Dear

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Free Admission Days + Artist-Designed Miniature Golf

Thursdays & June 15th

Cranbrook Art Museum

Every Thursday from 11 am - 8 pm, the Cranbrook Art Museum offers free admission and extended hours! Additionally, you can enjoy free mini golf on Father’s Day. From May 3rd through September, explore Cranbrook’s artist-designed miniature golf course located right outside the art museum. Two new holes have been added to Cranbrook on the Green.

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Canton Liberty Fest

June 12th - June 14th

Summit on the Park

Canton Township’s 32nd Annual Liberty Fest returns to Heritage Park for a fun weekend for the whole family. Enjoy an exciting lineup of carnival rides, games, and special attractions. There will also be two stages of live entertainment, marketplace vendors, food trucks, the 12th Annual Liberty Run and a grand display of fireworks Friday night.

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Northville Art House Art Market

June 13th - June 15th

Downtown Northville

Visit the Northville Art House Art Market at Main and Center Streets in historic downtown Northville for a three-day fine art fair featuring over 80 talented artists, food vendors, and local merchants.

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Tiki-Inferno

Saturday, June 14th from 11am - 7pm

SpeedCult Detroit

If you love everything tiki themed, stop by the 4th annual Tiki Inferno Saturday for a tiki-rrific time! Exciting vendors will be offering the coolest tiki merchandise, along with live music performances throughout the day and a tiki-themed pin-up contest.

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Sneaker Con Detroit

Saturday, June 14th from 12pm - 7 pm

Huntington Place

Sneakerheads! This Saturday, Sneaker Con returns to Detroit!

Enjoy a day filled with an amazing selection of sneakers and streetwear, exciting activities, and world-famous stage games. Connect with your favorite creators, meet special guests, and score great deals from over 300 vendors offering rare and exclusive sneakers along with accessories.

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Urban Street Fair

Saturday, June 14th from 11am - 7pm

Downtown Mount Clemens

The Urban Street Fair is a lively celebration of creativity, showcasing a diverse array of local artists and live music in a unique and unforgettable atmosphere. Visitors can shop for one-of-a-kind art, enjoy vibrant music, and soak in the creative energy all around them. The Urban Street Fair takes place outdoors on Main Street in Downtown Mount Clemens.

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The Wiz

June 17th - June 20th

Fisher Theatre

The Tony Award-winning Best Musical, ‘THE WIZ,’ is returning to stages across America with an all-new tour, direct from Broadway. This groundbreaking adaptation of ‘The Wizard of Oz’ transformed the landscape of Broadway, featuring an iconic score filled with soul, gospel, rock, and 70s funk.

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Pierogi Making 101

Saturdays in June

Pietrzyk Pierogi

Want to learn the secrets behind making delicious pierogis? Sign up for a class at Pietrzyk Pierogi. You’ll learn the skills you need to make a pierogi from start to finish, from making the dough, the filling, pinching, boiling and packaging. Also, lunch is included with the class. You’ll get pierogis made from a pro, smoked kielbasa, kraut, and all the fixings.

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53rd Annual International Glass Invitational

May 3rd - September 19th

Habatat Galleries

The largest exhibition of art glass in the world is opening this weekend! Gla53 will feature 400 works of art by artists working in the medium of glass from around the world. This breathtaking exhibition is the highlight of the year for Habatat Galleries - the oldest and largest gallery in the world, dedicated to contemporary art glass. The public is invited to join the opening celebration, free of charge and can enjoy the exhibit through September 19th.

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Bicycles: Powering Possibilities

Now through February 15th, 2026

Henry Ford Museum

Bicycles: Powering Possibilities" showcases the history of pedal-powered mobility through a variety of exhibits, including historic and contemporary bicycles, vintage accessories, archival documents, and photographs. The exhibition provides interactive experiences suitable for all ages and highlights influential builders, riders, and racers from the past 200 years. It is currently on display at the Henry Ford Museum and will run through February 15, 2026.

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Comedy shows to check out

Comedian Jordan Jensen (Mark Ridley's Comedy Castle)

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Chris Higgins at Independent Comedy Club

Thursday, June 12th at 9pm | Learn more!

Jordan Jensen at Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle

June 12th - June 14th | Learn more!

John Heffron at Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase

June 13th - June 14th | Learn more!

Randy Rainbow at Michigan Theater

Friday, June 13th at 8pm | Learn more!

Father & Son’s Comedy Tourat One Mike

June 13th - June 15th | Learn more!

Tony Baker at Detroit House of Comedy

June 13th - June 15th | Learn more!

Correy Bell at Comedy Bar

Saturday, June 14th at 7pm | Learn more!

UNCALLED FOR at Independent Comedy Club

Saturday, June 14th at 9pm | Learn more!

Dinner & Dad Jokes at Wall Street Ultra Lounge

Sunday, June 15th at 7pm | Learn more!

Check out our Laugh List for more shows!


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