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10 best things to do in Detroit this Weekend

Faith Evans
 
 
 
 
 
 
Faith Evans – performs at Chene Park Amphitheater
June 5, 2015

Friday   8:00 PM
2600 E Atwater

 

 
 
 
 
 
The Downtown Hoedown – Hear great country music at the Downtown Hoedown at West Riverfront Park (10th Street and W Jefferson Ave.)

Darius Rucker headlines the Downtown Hoedown Friday, June 5.
More great performances by:
Michael Ray
Eric Paslay
LoCash Cowboys
Rascal Flatts
Eli Young Band
Jana Kramer


 
 
 
 
 
 
Motor City Pride Weekend and Parade – Michigan’s Largest LGBTQ Pride Celebration
Saturday June 6  and Sunday June 7
Hart Plaza


 
 
 
 
 
MotorBall  – returns to Saint Andrew’s Hall in Downtown Detroit and it’s hotter than ever”
Opening Party – Friday, June 5
Club Gold Coast
DJ Josh Karmin
9 p.m. to 2 a.m.
MotorBall 2015 – Saturday, June 6
St Andrew’s Hall & The Shelter
9 p.m. until 4 a.m.
DJ Steve Dearborn
DJ Chris Spinazzola
DJ Lena
DJ Mike Trombley

Shadow Matter: The Rhythm of Structure – Afro Futurism to Afro Surrealism

Charles H. Wright Museum of African-American History

Now through August 30

This one-man show features works by New York sculptor and Inkster, Michigan-native M. Scott Johnson. Driven to comprehend new relationships between rhythm and line in the African Diaspora


Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo in Detroit – Only in Detroit

Detroit Institute of Art

Now through July 12

The Detroit Institute of Arts presents and exhibition featuring two of the most fascinating artists of the 20th century. Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo in Detroit explores the tumultuous and highly productive period they spent creating in Detroit.



 
 
 
 
Tak Weeks and Adowo at Detroit’s Quicken Loans Summer in the Parks –  The off June 3 and runs daily for 14 straight weeks through September 2! On Friday, June 5 world acclaimed musical artists Taj Weekes and Adowa unite a true social consciousness with an unforgettable reggae groove. Blending in elements of acoustic roots rock and afro-folk simplicity, the band’s vibrant sound defies genre and has garnered critical acclaim and a wide audience across the globe.

INK.² Detroit

Fri., June 5, 7:30 p.m.-2 a.m. and Sat., June 6, 8 p.m.-2 a.m.
Tangent Gallery
715 E. Milwaukee

INK.² Detroit is a tattoo-themed art and entertainment event. VIP Collector’s Preview on Fri, as well as performances by Satori Circus and Lushes LaMoan. Sat wraps up the Miss INK Detroit 2015 Contest. Gallery art, print store and vendors both nights. (18+) $25 VIP, $15 GA, $10 with canned food donation

Friday Night Movies

Fridays, 9-11 p.m. Continues through Aug. 28
New Center Park                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             2990 W. Grand Blvd.

New Center Park’s movie nights and special events are the perfect way to enjoy the beautiful summer evenings after a long day. Don’t miss the chance to enjoy classic films and new favorites, award-winning performers and up-and-coming Detroit musicians, or a simple afternoon picnic with family and friends in this unique green space

Old School Motown

Sat., June 6, 8-10 p.m.
Andiamo Italia
7096 E. 14 Mile

Old School Motown with The Vandellas, The Shades of Blue and The New Fantastic Four. A night of nostalgia with classic Motown favorites followed by a dance party with The New Fantastic Four! $25 – $40

 

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