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February 13th, 14th, 20th and 21st
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Russell Exhibition Center
The 26th annual Dirty Show closes this weekend! Prepare to be mesmerized by the tantalizing fusion of art, performance and everything sexy. This weekend and the next, immerse yourself in this massive internationally recognized erotic art show celebrating sensuality through photography, painting, drawing, mixed media, video art, burlesque, boylesque, drag and other bold performances.
The Love Show
Friday, February 13th, from 6 pm til late
Spot Lite Detroit
Stop by Spot Lite for the Love Show’s opening reception. The exhibit features 70 + local artists and will feature music from various djs throughout the evening. The Love Show will explore the many dimensions of LOVE including warmth, connection, and empathy while focusing on its positive energy as a source of light in uncertain times.
2026 Paczki Party
Saturday, February 14th from 10 am - 7 pm
Eastern Market Brewing Company
Stop by Eastern Market Brewing Company for the annual Paczki Party for pierogis and of course delicious paczkis! There will also be live music by Misty Blues Party Band and a paczki eating contest at 2pm!
Lunar New Year Celebration
Saturday, February 14th from 12 pm - 6 pm
Robert C. Valade Park
Join the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy in celebration of the Lunar New Year with a festive dragon parade, dance performances, interactive activities and more. The event is free and will also have food trucks and beverages available.
Love at First Bite: Detroit’s Candy Land Tour
Saturday, February 14th
Get your fingers sticky Saturday with this sweet tour! Join Distinctively Detroit for Love at First Bite: Detroit’s Candy Land Tour where you’ll visit five iconic Detroit sweet spots, get samples at each stop and hear the history and passion behind Detroit’s candy makers.
The Phantom of the Opera
Now through February 15th
Detroit Opera House
The Phantom of the Opera is back to thrill audiences once again! Cameron Mackintosh presents a revitalized new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s legendary musical, The Phantom of the Opera. This captivating story revolves around a disfigured musical genius, known only as “The Phantom,” who haunts the Paris Opera House and a soprano he has fallen for.
The 17th Annual 88.1 Record Show
Saturday, February 14th from 9 am - 4 pm
Salem High School
Check out the 17th Annual 88.1 Record Show Saturday at Salem High School. Proceeds will support the Plymouth-Canton Community Schools’ student radio station. The event will feature giveaways, door prizes, and a variety of vendors. Following last year’s success with over 500 attendees, this year aims to capitalize on the growing interest in vinyl records.
Events at Cliff Bell’s
Cliff Bell’s presents a vibrant lineup of live music to keep you warm this season, featuring jazz ensembles, big bands, Latin-influenced grooves, and special dinner-show events in its iconic Art Deco setting. (Cliff Bell’s)
Feb 12 – CANJA de BOA (Brazilian-jazz fusion)
Feb 13 – The Easy Street Jazz Band
Feb 14 – Valentine’s Day Dinner and A Show
Feb 15 – Kimmie Horne
Feb 18 – Andrew Brown and Session
Feb 19 – La Cecille and The Eastside Banda
Feb 20–22 – The Vincent Chandler Experience & Jazz Warriors Big Band
Winter at Valade
Saturdays & Sundays: January 10th to March 1st
Robert C. Valade Park.
The Detroit Riverfront Conservancy is thrilled to invite you to enjoy the winter season with them! Winter at Valade is back! From January through February, you can look forward to oversized fire pits, sledding, games, delicious drinks, tasty food, and a variety of activities and free events for all ages.
Winter Park at Bowers School Farm
Weekends - January 9th through March 1st
Bowers School Farm
Looking for something fun to get into this weekend? Check out Bowers School Farm in Bloomfield Hills. Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday through March 1st Bowers School Farm is free and open to the public for visitors to meet their animals, enjoy their cozy bonfires and to indulge in a variety of comfort foods from their Farm Kitchen and Store. Visitors can also purchase tickets to ride down their tubing hill that takes you through a giant light tunnel. It is recommended to purchase tubing tickets in advance due to its popularity.
DaVinci Exhibition
Now through May 3rd, 2026
Henry Ford Museum
Experience the world of Leonardo da Vinci through full-scale inventions, detailed art studies, and captivating displays set against the scenic Italian countryside. This limited-time exhibition showcases da Vinci’s discoveries in art, engineering, science, flight, and more, celebrating and studying one of history’s most brilliant minds. The exhibit will showcase over 65 inventions, 20 fine art studies, interactive machines, and captivating explorations of masterpieces like the “Mona Lisa” and “The Last Supper”.
Free Weekly Events at Woodbridge Pub
Thursdays - Karaoke hosted by Robby Rob at 9pm
Fridays - Piano Bar Sing-along at 9pm
Saturdays - Flea Market from 12pm - 7 pm
Saturday - Pent Up! with Joshua Adams at 10pm
Sundays - Jazz Night at 8:30pm
Monday - Slow Jams Detroit at 10pm
Exhibits at the Detroit Institute of Arts
Reimagine African American Art
Permanent Exhibition; free with general admission
Contemporary Anishinaabe Art: A Continuation
Now through April 5, 2026; Detroit Institute of Arts; free with general admission
Guests of Honor: Art of Faith from the Jewish Museum
Now through January 3, 2027; Detroit Institute of Arts; free with general admission *New*
For more information, visit the DIA’s website.