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ART WALK at MDC

Fri., June 6, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Michigan Design Center

1700 Stutz Drive, Suite 25, Troy Oakland County

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FREE

Art Exhibition, Artist talk, Photography

Join us for a day of boundless creativity and inspiration at the upcoming Art Walk at MDC. MDC will transform into a haven for art enthusiasts, featuring multiple professional artists whose work will be shown in showrooms and studios throughout the building. Attendees will have the exclusive opportunity to meet a select group of artists and curators, gaining insights into their creative processes and inspirations. Explore works in all medias including painting, glass, fine art photography, and more. A selection of art works will be available to purchase. There is no admission. 248-649-4772
Pewabic Pottery's House & Garden Show

Fri., June 6, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat., June 7, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sun., June 8, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Pewabic Pottery

10125 E. Jefferson Ave., Detroit Detroit

FREE

Art Exhibition, Open House, Live/Concert

We’re setting up the big tent in front of the pottery and filling it with ceramic art from over 50 independent artists and new products made in the Pewabic pottery studio. Explore Detroit’s National Historic Landmark with a strolling tour through the fabrication studio and peruse our archival collection and rich history through our museum exhibition in the second floor galleries. On Saturday and Sunday, our courtyard will be transformed into a vibrant biergarten with food truck guests, live music, and a bar to help you enjoy the Michigan summer weather to the fullest! 3136262010
Michigan Lavender Festival 2025

Fri., June 6, 12-6 p.m., Sat., June 7, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sun., June 8, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Eastern Michigan State Fairgrounds

195 Midway St., Imlay City Michigan

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10

Festival

🌿 The Michigan Lavender Festival 2025 🌿 📅 June 6-8, 2025 📍 Eastern Michigan Fairgrounds | Imlay City, MI 🎟 Admission: $10 Get ready for Michigan’s largest celebration of lavender, artisan goods, and natural wellness! The Michigan Lavender Festival is an unforgettable summer experience featuring over 150 makers and artists, delicious food, live music, and interactive experiences for all ages! 🌾💜 5863075522
"Short Stories" sculpture exhibition

Fri., June 6, 12-6 p.m., Sat., June 7, 12-6 p.m., Tue., June 10, 12-6 p.m., Wed., June 11, 12-6 p.m., Fri., June 13, 12-6 p.m., Sat., June 14, 12-6 p.m., Tue., June 17, 12-6 p.m., Wed., June 18, 12-6 p.m., Fri., June 20, 12-6 p.m., Sat., June 21, 12-6 p.m., Tue., June 24, 12-6 p.m., Wed., June 25, 12-6 p.m., Fri., June 27, 12-6 p.m., Sat., June 28, 12-6 p.m., Tue., July 1, 12-6 p.m., Wed., July 2, 12-6 p.m., Fri., July 4, 12-6 p.m., Sat., July 5, 12-6 p.m., Tue., July 8, 12-6 p.m., Wed., July 9, 12-6 p.m., Fri., July 11, 12-6 p.m. and Sat., July 12, 12-6 p.m.

Yourist Studio Gallery

6087 Jackson Rd., Ann Arbor Washtenaw County

Free

Art Exhibition

Yourist Studio Gallery presents "Short Stories," an exhibition of thought-provoking sculptures by Ann Arbor ceramic artist Lie Ladendorf. Exhibition hours: May 31 through July 12, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, 12:00-6:00 pm. Artist's reception: Friday, June 13, 6:00-8:00 pm. Lie Ladendorf is a sculptor who loves stories and conveys that love through the medium of clay. As a story teller and artist, Lie expresses her ideas "through use of visual metaphor and archetypal props." Join us in the gallery to see what stories Lie's sculptures tell you. 734-662-4914
Heisenberg

Fri., June 6 and Sat., June 7, 7-9:30 p.m.

Matrix Theatre Company

2730 Bagley St., Detroit Detroit

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$25 - $30

Performance

Detroit Theatre Collective hosts a recent New York production of Heisenberg, the acclaimed drama by Simon Stephens, directed by Oscar and Tony winner Mercedes Ruehl. A chance encounter between two strangers in a London train station sets off a chain of events that defy logic and expectation. Featuring T.M. Rawlins and Michael S. Horowitz. Wine and mingling from 7 - 8pm; performance starts at 8. Free parking. 3106993455
Motor City Irish Fest

Fri., June 6, 5-11 p.m., Sat., June 7, 12-11 p.m. and Sun., June 8, 12-7 p.m.

Greenmead Historical Village

20501 Newburgh Road, Livonia Detroit

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$10

Festival

The Motor City Irish Fest (MCIF) is one of the premier Irish-themed events in Southeast Michigan. A celebration of Irish heritage, this year’s festival features a stellar music lineup, including headline bands from Ireland and Oregon. Overall, 20 bands will be playing in two music venues. Interspersed between the music sets will be Irish dancers from seven area Irish dance schools. The event also explores Irish heritage through its Cultural Tent, and a Children’s Area with demonstrations of Irish sports, music, and storytelling. There will also be plenty of vendors of Irish and Irish-themed merchandise, and food/drink vendors. 734-564-0770
Dominoes Duel Nights

Fri., June 6, 6-8 p.m.

Neighborhood Grocery

500 Manistique St., Detroit Detroit

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5.00

Fundraiser, Game

Your bi-weekly spot to play some bones and build up to our Summer 2025 Championship! Emerging and master levels welcome. Seasoned pros or new to the game, come slap some bones! A fundraiser to support Run G.R.I.T (Guiding Runners Into Toughness) programming. Presented by Sir Domino Lee
Eliza & The Delusionals

Fri., June 6, 6:30 p.m.

Pike Room

1 S. Saginaw, Pontiac Oakland County

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Live/Concert
As seen on Breaking Bad: Steven Michael Quezada

Fri., June 6, 7-10 p.m.

Diamondback Music Hall

49345 S. Interstate 94 Service Dr., Belleville Detroit

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$20+

Stand-up, Performance, Drink

Mark your calendars for Friday, June 6th! Get ready for a night of side-splitting laughter with Steven Michael Quezada, the unforgettable DEA agent Gomez from the iconic series Breaking Bad! Join us at Diamondback Music Hall on Friday, June 6th for an evening packed with comedy gold. This is your chance to see Steven in action, and trust us, you won't want to miss it! Indulge in a night brimming with laughter, mouthwatering food, and expertly crafted cocktails. But hurry— A limited amount of pre-sale tickets are available! Tag your friends and secure your tickets now at www.diamondbackmusichall.com 7345891111
JET NORTH AMERICAN TOUR 2025 with Band Of Skulls

Fri., June 6, 7 p.m.

The Fillmore

2115 Woodward Ave., Detroit Detroit

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$45-$79.50

Live/Concert

313-961-5451
Ben Harper and The Innocent Criminals

Fri., June 6, 7 p.m.

Royal Oak Music Theatre

318 W. Fourth St., Royal Oak Oakland County

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Live/Concert

248-399-2980
LOUYAH

Fri., June 6, 7 p.m.

Pike Room

1 S. Saginaw, Pontiac Oakland County

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Live/Concert
Ska't Ya Covered, The Warped Tourists, Strike Tyson

Fri., June 6, 7 p.m.

The Loving Touch

22634 Woodward Ave., Ferndale Oakland County

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Live/Concert

248-546-3644
Ashe- The Trilogy Tour

Fri., June 6, 7 p.m.

Saint Andrew's Hall

431 E. Congress St., Detroit Detroit

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$29.50

Live/Concert

313-961-6358
Detroit Tigers vs. Chicago Cubs

Fri., June 6, 7:10 p.m., Sat., June 7, 1:10 p.m., Sun., June 8, 1:40 p.m. and Tue., June 17, 6:40 p.m.

Comerica Park

2100 Woodward Ave., Detroit Detroit

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Baseball

(313) 471-2255
Josh Sneed with Matt Benjamin and Luke Nesbitt

Fri., June 6, 7:15-8:45 p.m. and Sat., June 7, 7-8:30 & 9:30-11 p.m.

Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle

310 S. Troy, Royal Oak Oakland County

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$25.00

Stand-up

Josh Sneed is a nationally touring comedian who’s had appearances on Comedy Central, including his own comedy special. He’s been seen on Last Comic Standing and is one of the most played artists on Sirius/XM radio. Happens on the following Dates: Jun 5, 2025, 7:30pm to 9:00pm Timezone: EDT Jun 6, 2025, 7:15pm to 8:45pm Timezone: EDT Jun 7, 2025, 7:00pm to 8:30pm Timezone: EDT Jun 7, 2025, 9:30pm to 11:00pm Timezone: EDT 248-542-9900
Shanna In A Dress at Trinity House

Fri., June 6, 8 p.m.

Trinity House Theatre

38840 W. Six Mile Rd., Livonia Detroit

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$20

Live/Concert

Shanna in a Dress is your quirky best friend who refuses to wear pants. She says what everyone has felt but no one else will say and you’ll get an uncensored journey of clever humor and heartbreak, extreme candor, and a hefty side of entertainment at her shows. This witty wordsmith is known for taking you on an emotional roller coaster, sometimes within the same song. Think John Prine mixed with Ingrid Michaelson with a twist of Phoebe Buffay from Friends all wrapped up in a sweet voice accented by guitar, piano, and ukulele. She’s as real as it gets, (734) 464-6302
Saddle Up Country Dance Party at Diamondback Music Hall!

Fri., June 6, 8 p.m.-2 a.m. and Sat., June 7, 8 p.m.-2 a.m.

Diamondback Music Hall

49345 S. Interstate 94 Service Dr., Belleville Detroit

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$0-$15

DJ/Dance, Party, Drink

🎉🚨 YEEHAW, PARTY ANIMALS! GET READY TO KICK UP SOME DUST! 🚨🎉 Hold onto your cowboy hats because this ain't your grandma's country party! Diamondback Music Hall is about to EXPLODE with a TWO-NIGHT COUNTRY-POP THROWDOWN that'll have you hollerin' for more! 🎶 GET READY FOR A WILD NIGHT WITH DJ RODEO RYAN! 🎶 He's spinning the HOTTEST country-pop bangers and YOUR song requests that'll keep those boots movin'! 🎟️ LADIES, LISTEN UP! 🎟️ The FIRST 250 of you get FREE ENTRY with an RSVP Ticket! Scoot on over to www.diamondbackmusichall.com NOW before they're gone! (Seriously, don't wait!) 7345891111
Saddle Up Country Dance Party!

Fri., June 6, 8 p.m., Sat., June 7, 8 p.m. and Fri., June 13, 8 p.m.

Diamondback Music Hall

49345 S. Interstate 94 Service Dr., Belleville Detroit

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Live/Concert
Shear Madness

Fri., June 6, 8 p.m., Sat., June 7, 2 & 8 p.m., Sun., June 8, 2 & 6:30 p.m., Wed., June 11, 2 & 8 p.m., Thu., June 12, 8 p.m., Fri., June 13, 8 p.m., Sat., June 14, 6 p.m., Sun., June 15, 2 & 6:30 p.m., Wed., June 18, 2 & 8 p.m., Thu., June 19, 8 p.m., Fri., June 20, 8 p.m., Sat., June 21, 2 & 8 p.m. and Sun., June 22, 2 p.m.

Meadow Brook Theatre

207 Wilson Hall, Rochester Oakland County

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$46

Performance

(248) 377-3300
Shear Madness - Rochester's Hilarious Whodunit!

Fri., June 6, 8 p.m., Sat., June 7, 2 & 8 p.m., Sun., June 8, 2 & 6:30 p.m., Wed., June 11, 2 & 8 p.m., Fri., June 13, 8 p.m., Sat., June 14, 6 p.m., Sun., June 15, 2 & 6:30 p.m., Wed., June 18, 2 & 8 p.m., Thu., June 19, 8 p.m., Fri., June 20, 8 p.m., Sat., June 21, 2 & 8 p.m. and Sun., June 22, 2 p.m.

Meadow Brook Theatre

207 Wilson Hall, Rochester Oakland County

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$46

Performance

(248) 377-3300
Mt. Joy

Fri., June 6, 8:30 p.m.

Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre at Freedom Hill

14900 Metropolitan Pkwy., Sterling Heights Detroit

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$39.50-$119.50

Live/Concert

586-268-5100
Mt. Joy Party Box Rental

Fri., June 6, 8:30 p.m.

Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre at Freedom Hill

14900 Metropolitan Pkwy., Sterling Heights Detroit

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Live/Concert

586-268-5100
Sander Kleinenberg with Sherif + Aledro

Fri., June 6, 9 p.m.

Magic Stick

4120 Woodward Ave., Detroit Detroit

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Live/Concert

(313) 833-9700
Royal Oak Restaurant Week

Through June 8, 11-12 a.m.

Downtown Royal Oak

Main & S. Troy, Royal Oak Oakland County

$15-$65

Food

Downtown Royal Oak is turning up the heat with its beloved Restaurant Week, taking place June 1–8, 2025. Presented by the Royal Oak Restaurant Association and Royal Oak Downtown Development Authority, this annual weeklong culinary celebration shines a spotlight on the city’s vibrant dining scene with specially curated three-course lunch and dinner menus priced from $15 to $65 per person. Discover or rediscover some of downtown Royal Oak's local favorites, boost the economy and support small business owners! The complete list of participating restaurants and their menus are available on the event's official website.
Ballroom Dance Lessons

First Friday of every month, 6-7 p.m.

The Commons

7900 Mack Ave., Detroit Detroit

5.00

Dance lessons

Ballroom Dance lessons in the community laundry mat 3133043915
Comedy at the Congregation

First Friday of every month, 7:30-9 p.m.

The Congregation Detroit

9321 Rosa Parks Blvd,, Detroit Detroit

Get Tickets
15

Stand-up

Come on out to Comedy at the Congregation: Toronto Takeover! This show is on Friday, July 5th, and features host and producer Sarah Lynn and comedians Sagal Ali, Woldeh, and Nina Phan. Come support these funny folks coming in from across the border for one night only! Doors are at 7 and the show starts at 7:30pm. Tickets are $15 online beforehand and $20 at the door. Come laugh the night away with us! **This event space is not ADA accessible. (313) 307-5518
Detroit Tigers Partner With Kirk Gibson Foundation for Parkinson's for 2025 Season

Through Sept. 21, 10 a.m.-10 p.m.

Comerica Park

2100 Woodward Ave., Detroit Detroit

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$20- $55

Baseball

The Kirk Gibson Foundation for Parkinson’s is pleased to announce that the Detroit Tigers will support the foundation during the 2025 season. $5 from each ticket purchased for all regular season games at www.KirkGibsonFoundation.org will directly benefit the foundation. Purchasing Detroit Tigers tickets directly through the foundation’s website will further support their mission to improve the quality of life for those living with Parkinson’s in Michigan. Tickets for all games are on sale now and range in price from $20-55 each. To purchase tickets, please visit the events page on www.KirkGibsonFoundation.org. 313-823-2318
MobilityTown: Out of Our Cars and Into the World

Through June 7

New Lab @ Michigan Central

2050 15th St, Detroit Detroit

Art Exhibition

An interactive, animated art installation by artist Carla Diana and projectionist Motomichi Nakamura that imagines a pedestrian-first Detroit through animated scenes of modular, self-driving transit. MobilityTown is on view through June 7 at Newlab at Michigan Central. Admission is free and open to the public. N/A
AllMachines

Through Dec. 30

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Free

Benefit

AllMachines simplifies choosing heavy machinery with its comprehensive and reliable resource hub. Covering all models and brands of tractors, forklifts, harvesting, hay and forage equipment like combines, headers, balers, rakes, and tedders across the US, our platform provides extensive details on dealers, specifications, and features. With downloadable manuals, expert user reviews, and in-depth model insights, AllMachines gives you everything you need to make informed decisions and select the right equipment for your needs. 4158304348
Escape The Asylum

Wednesdays-Sundays, 4-8:30 p.m. Continues through June 30

Eloise Asylum

30712 Michigan Avenue, Westland Detroit

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$35.00

Game

Embark on an electrifying journey into the heart of darkness at Escape the Asylum at Eloise: Unleash Your Fear. 855-688-7277
Stories in Stitches: Fabric Art Exhibition

Fridays, Saturdays, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. and Tuesdays-Thursdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Continues through June 28

Northville Art House

215 W. Cady St., Northville Detroit

Free

Art Exhibition

Join us for the exhibition that celebrates artists who have transformed fiber into a medium for storytelling, using techniques such as quilting, weaving, embroidery, stitching, and more to create floor, sculpture, wall and installation pieces. The artwork offers a unique window into each artist's perspective, inviting viewers to connect with the universal power of the narrative. The public is Las invited to the Opening Reception, Friday, May 30, 5 - 8 pm. Snacks and Cash Bar. All free admission. 248-344-0497