The musical 'Hamilton,' will be at the Fisher Theatre in Detroit from April 29 to May 17. Single tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. on January 16.

This year’s lineup features 18 local vendors, the majority of whom are Detroit-based and BIPOC- or female-owned.

The University of Michigan is offering a behind-the-scenes nighttime tour of 'The Big House' on November 2.

This November, laughter, love and lively mischief take center stage as the University of Detroit Mercy Theatre Company proudly opens its brand-new Black Box Theatre with a bold and dynamic adaptation of William Shakespeare’s timeless romantic comedy, “Twelfth Night.”

The grand opening of Detroit's Ralph Wilson Park on the west riverfront will feature The Jacksons leading two days of music, food, and family activities on October 25-26.

Winter Blast, a long-standing winter event in Southeast Michigan, is merging with Royal Oak Holidays to create an expanded festival running from November 21 to December 21, 2025.

The Jammin’ at the Junction Car Show will be held in Roseville on Utica Rd. this Saturday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Monster Jam returns to Ford Field on March 21-22 for the Stadium Championship Series East.

The Michigan Craft Beer Stroll will take place in downtown Royal Oak on October 4th, featuring around two dozen bars and restaurants.

Cedar Point in Sandusky, Ohio, has launched its annual HalloWeekends event, running from September 11 to November 2, 2025, featuring daytime activities and nighttime scares.

FireKeepers Casino Hotel in Battle Creek, Michigan, has been recognized in USA TODAY's 10Best Readers' Choice Awards as one of the best casinos outside Las Vegas.

Michigan's oldest dirt track hosts races every weekend during the summer. Here's the schedule.

Here's why different types of planes will be doing tricks over Oakland County International Airport on Sunday.

It's a great week to go see some live music!

Things to do this weekend in Metro Detroit

This year, the Downtown Detroit Markets will return and offer a shopping experience that showcases the incredible talents of local businesses.

If you’re considering what kinds of entertaining things you can do this fall that align with the season, you’ll want to consider attending “Witch."

Special After-hours Tour at the Ford Piquette Plant Museum this Friday. Enjoy antique cars, small bites, and drinks!

Inside the building, the walls are lined with photos that tell the story of how the park with over 20 attractions came to be.

Don’t miss out on these fun things to do in Detroit this weekend!

You’re not going to want to miss out on these fun things to do during the NFL Draft

Here's how you can see The Spinners this weekend

Don’t miss out on these great deals on meals

This author takes Michigan’s sights and experiences to the next level

With spring upon us, summer vacation will be here before you know it.

You can see Michael Carbonaro this weekend!

‘Celebrate black art’ exhibit brings local artists together

Greekfest is brought to Westland

Best activities and crafts for this upcoming holiday

Throughout the month of February, UDM celebrates Black History Month with four full weeks of events and activities that honor African American history and achievements.

Many people have a passion for music, but to be able to cultivate that passion at a young age isn’t always a given for everyone.

Average White Band will be performing on November 3

4 straight hours of DJ Ro Spit spinning Drake

The nightmare has come to Bagley St, and will be there until November 5th

They will be performing Saturday at 7:30 PM, and Sunday at 2:30 PM

“A Year with Frog and Toad” is based on the series by Arnold Lobel

The YMCA has Halloween activities that are open to the public

While some may find cemeteries a bit spooky, they are often beautiful, peaceful places full of art and history. Elmwood Cemetery, located on Detroit’s east side, is no exception.

Plus some fun fall events at the Metroparks!

Focus: Hope has been in Detroit for more than half a century helping people and bringing together the community.

Slides, swings, and fun things to climb on are all classic elements of a childhood favorite playgrounds.

The Metroparks have added a series of pet-friendly events called "MetroBarks."

It's always a fun time when Jasen Magic is in town.

Whether board games or axe throwing, The Corner has it all.

It will have performances by Parliament Funkadelic featuring George Clinton and Jessica Care Moore

The idea is simple, you just hop in the lazy river and take a stroll.

Do you still have the holiday vibes flowing after the Fourth of July? Well, you’re in luck because we’re just one day out from the weekend and there’s a full lineup of fun events you can check out.

We’re in the thick of summer and the excitement of being done with the school year may have worn off. Now kids are approaching the “boredom” phase of their time off, so what can we do to keep them entertained at home and beyond? We spoke with Kerry Doman, the Founder of Little Guide Detroit to get her tips for a fun summer break.

Whether you like to walk, bike, or even paddle - the Huron-Clinton Metroparks are challenging you to do it across their 13 Metroparks in the Trail Challenge.

It will be a splashing good time at the Metroparks

Are you ready to go back in time to the era of kings and queens, knights, jousting, and royal feasts? Think “Games of Thrones” or “Lord of the Rings.” It’s all happening at Canterbury Village for their Medieval Faire this weekend.

The drive will be worth it

Six will be at the Fisher Theater until June 11

The race weekend is just about 2 weeks away!

Did you know the Metroparks have 7 regulation golf courses?

While the weather this time of year may be annoying, it is perfect for one thing - making maple syrup! The sweet treat that pairs perfectly with pancakes actually has a long history in Michigan, and you can learn all about it at the Oakwoods Metropark in New Boston.

Staying in this year for Valentine’s Day? You can still make the holiday memorable! Sometimes, a night in can be just as fun, if not more fun, than hitting the town.

Les Misérables is now playing at the Fisher Theatre through January 8, 2023.

The holidays are in full effect, and the final full weekend of the year will be packed with fun.

The Ann Arbor Art Center has all kinds of workshops and classes for all ages and skill sets to help you get started, or get back into this fun hobby.

Well, the year is coming to an end. Oh, 2022, we hardly knew you.

Downtown Detroit’s ice rink returns for its 19th season.

This all-inclusive resort is less than a 4-hour drive away

The Underwater Pond Dome is one of the biggest attractions at Indian Springs Metropark

Pizza Cat Max is keeping pizza weird

It’s going to feel even more festive this winter in Downtown Detroit, with a new wintery experience launching near Campus Martius.

Jason Carr and Blaine Fowler headed to Northville to check them out!

If you’ve taken a walk outside recently, you’ve probably noticed the beautiful color change. But why do leave change colors? And are some spots better for spotting the color change than others? To find out, we went to the experts at Kensington Metropark in Milford, part of the Huron-Clinton Metropark system

There are many great haunted experiences in the area, but a new one just opened up this year, and it will only be here for the month of October. The Birmingham 8 Theater Powered by Emagine, has been transformed into a scary haunted experience called Ghosts on the Balcony.

They also have classes on how to open your own coffee shop

These events will keep you spooked and entertained throughout the Halloween season.

How does a pumpkin patch, music, entertainment, and about a mile stretch of food trucks sound? Here's a taste of what will be happening at the Detroit Harvest Fest this weekend.

Sip fine wine, and try local restaurants... all while helping to make kids’ dreams come true, at Detroit Uncorked.

Enjoy bike rides, corn mazes, food trucks, and magic.

Celebrate the magic of Disney

The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit will be turning 170, and they are celebrating with a huge block party that everyone is invited to.

Today on Music Monday, we celebrate a Detroit tradition that has returned to downtown Detroit after being virtual for the past two years. It’s the Detroit Jazz Festival, presented by Rocket Mortgage, and it’s one of the world’s largest free jazz shows.

One of the most beautiful places in Detroit to spend a summer evening is on the Detroit Riverwalk. You can walk, bike, or even roller skate down the riverside, but the fun doesn’t have to end there. There’s also a growing food scene! We spoke to the experts at the Riverfront Conservancy to find out where you can dine and drink along the riverwalk.

With all this hot weather we’ve been having, you’re probably looking for a way to cool off. Well, there’s no better way than to dive on in and enjoy the water! Luckily, there are several local pools, splash pads, and water slides that are perfect for some fun in the sun. We check out the many options at our local Metroparks.

Detroit is known worldwide for its pizza, but did you know that our neighbors across the Detroit River have a pizza style all their own? Host Tati Amare crossed the bridge and visited our neighbors over in Windsor to learn more about their pizza.

Here is some advice for how to maximize your fun at the waterpark

When the weather gets hot, there is no better place to be than a waterpark, but sometimes you just don’t feel like getting wet, or you want a break from splashing around. Well at Kalahari Resorts in Sandusky, they have loads of stuff to entertain the whole family, even if you want to stay on dry land.

I love Detroit. As someone who no longer has the pleasure of living in the area, people are sometimes surprised to hear that -- how much I love the region, that is; but it’s one of those “IYKYK” things. Anyone who has spent substantial time in the Detroit area knows, this area is such a gem.

The Detroit Riverfront has been voted the most beautiful river walk for two years in a row by USA Today -- and soon, it will be even grander!

Their names are iconic - Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Carl Perkins. Each of these legendary singers and songwriters had individual careers that impacted the music industry in their own ways, but did you know for one night, they all gathered in the same place for a jam session unlike any other? That’s the story behind the musical “The Million Dollar Quartet” which is at the Detroit Music Hall presented by Hollywood Casino at Greektown.

Many people say the best way to see Detroit is by car, but there is another way to roll through the city, and it looks like a lot of fun!

There will be plenty to do at Canterbury Village in Lake Orion this summer.

One of the biggest things about the summer is the summer festivals, and there are a bunch you can look forward to this year including a new one where you can get your fill of tacos. We spoke to Jon Witz, the Event Producer of many of the biggest festivals happening in Metro Detroit.

Moms are always looking for something to keep the kids active and take a break from screen time, and there is one place in Metro Detroit that can help with that. The kids will be bouncing off the walls - in a good way- and the best part is mom can jump in on the fun too. Michelle Oliver takes us to Defy Detroit in Commerce Township.

The mission, besides having a bunch of animals for the public to enjoy, is education.

Friday is Earth Day, the day to do projects, attend events, and celebrate ways to keep our planet healthy and thriving. Well, there is a free celebration happening in the heart of Detroit all weekend long for people of all ages. It’s happening at Beacon Park and includes a garden tour and art show all made possible by DTE Energy

Earth Day is coming up and Michelle Oliver has 3 fun crafts to transform tin cans, an old milk jug, and some ratty t-shirts into items you will use again and again.

Running out of ideas of what to do with the kids? Do you want to do something active, but can't count on Mother Nature to play nice? Well, there is one place where kids can jump, play, scream, and even defy gravity. Michelle Oliver is taking us to bounce around at Defy Detroit in Commerce Township.

While the weather this time of year may be annoying, it is perfect for one thing - making maple syrup! The sweet treat that pairs perfectly with pancakes actually has a long history in Michigan, and you can learn all about it at the Oakwoods Metropark in New Boston.

Black History Month acknowledges generations of African-Americans who fought for freedom, justice, and equality. Events are typically held each February to acknowledge and celebrate Black history and culture.

For part two of my “top 4 things to do in Detroit” we begin at the Riverfront.

While some may find cemeteries a bit spooky, they are often beautiful, peaceful places full of art and history. Elmwood Cemetery, located on Detroit’s east side, is no exception.

Fun things to do during the spooky season that aren’t too scary

If you’re still looking for something to do this weekend, consider snagging yourself a free tree.

Chazz Paliminteri will be performing Saturday, September 25th at 8 pm at the Andiamo Celebrity Showroom in Warren