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  • Sat., Oct. 18, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

    Michigan Humane Society Detroit Animal Care Campus

    7887 Chrysler Drive, Detroit Detroit

    Wayne County invites you to attend animal welfare workshops this fall, brought to you by Michigan Pet Alliance. Saturday, October 18, 2025, 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Michigan Humane, 7887 Chrysler Drive, Detroit, Michigan In the morning session, learn more about how best to document and report animal cruelty and neglect, while the afternoon session covers advanced investigation procedures for professionals, including comprehensive procedures, evidence collection and search warrants. Take advantage of discounted early-bird pricing by registering before August 16. Register today, before the workshops sell out: https://www.michiganpet.org/education-and-training/2025workshops/ 313-731-2244
  • Sat., Oct. 18, 10 a.m.-10 p.m.

    Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken

    34250 E. Michigan Ave., Wayne Wayne County

    This Saturday, October 18th, Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken, in partnership with Idahoan Foods, is celebrating National Mashed Potato Day by offering guests a free regular side of mashed potatoes and gravy with any in-store purchase of $5 or more. Don’t miss this delicious offer! * Available at participating Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken locations. ** In-store purchases only; not valid online. 734-405-7575
  • Sat., Oct. 18, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. and Wed., Jan. 14, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

    Ellen Kayrod Art Gallery

    4750 Woodward Ave., The Luella Hannan Memorial Foundation, Detroit Detroit

    FREE
    Celebrate creativity at the Emerge! Art Festival, opening October 18, 2025, at the Ellen Kayrod Gallery inside Hannan Center (4750 Woodward Ave., Detroit). Presented under the theme “100 Years Unbound: The Power of Aging,” this juried exhibition showcases 175 works by artists 55+ from across metro Detroit. The festival honors Hannan Center’s centennial, highlighting the creativity, resilience, and impact of older adults through visual art, performance, and storytelling. The opening celebration (Oct. 18, 1–7 p.m.) features awards, live entertainment, and interactive art. Free admission. Runs through January 14, 2026. Learn more at hannan.org/emerge. (313) 833-1300; (313) 833-1710 (FAX)
  • Sat., Oct. 18, 12:30-1:30 p.m.

    Red Lotus Yoga

    1900 S Livernois Rd, Rochester Hills Oakland County

    Discover a unique blend of wellness and companionship with Puppy Yoga by Pawsitive Stretch, where you can experience rejuvenating yoga classes accompanied by adorable, adoptable rescue puppies! Classes consist of 45 minutes of yoga, led by a certified instructor, with the puppies playing and climbing all over you. After the class, you'll have 15 minutes of play time to give them your undivided attention, and maybe meet your next furry family member! 25% of all sales from this class will be donated to Four Paws Cat & K9 Rescue, so you know you'll be supporting their mission! 2486019642
  • Sat., Oct. 18, 1-3 p.m.

    Motown Museum Hitsville NEXT

    2658 W Grand Boulevard, Detroit Detroit

    Join us at Motown Museum – Hitsville Next as we welcome Eddie Holland and Brian Holland, one of the greatest music writing and production teams in pop music history! Guests are invited for an exclusive book signing and meet & greet. Eddie and Brian will greet fans and sign copies of their new book, “Come and Get These Memories”, available for purchase at the Motown Museum Store. To attend, guests must purchase a book from Motown Museum and present proof of purchase at entry. Pre-sale orders are also available by calling 313-875-2264 ext. 223 to reserve a copy in advance. 313-875-2264 ext. 223
  • Saturdays, Sundays, 1-5 p.m. Continues through Oct. 19

    Beacon Park Detroit

    1903 Grand River Avenue, Detroit Detroit

    Get in the fall spirit at Beacon Park’s annual Cider in the City, select Saturdays and Sundays, on Oct. 11, 12, 18 and 19. Community members, visitors and families can enjoy cider and donuts from Blake’s Farms, pick the perfect pumpkin, take a free horse-drawn hayride and enjoy fall festivities like pumpkin painting, crafts, lawn games and more. Cider in the City will host live DJs and entertainment, and local, seasonal market vendors. Football fans can also enjoy their favorite college and professional teams on the big screen on the Beacon Park green space. N/A
  • Sat., Oct. 18, 1-6 p.m.

    The War Memorial

    32 Lake Shore Drive, Grosse Pointe Farms Detroit

    Join us for a creative workshop where you'll learn to design and craft your very own sterling silver ring adorned with a beautiful gemstone! This hands-on class is perfect for beginners and those looking to enhance their jewelry-making skills. Under the guidance of an experienced instructor you'll explore the fundamentals of metalworking, from shaping and soldering silver to selecting and setting gemstones. By the end of the session, you'll leave with a stunning, personalized ring that showcases your creativity and craftsmanship. 3138817511
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    Sat., Oct. 18, 2 & 7:30 p.m., Sun., Oct. 19, 2 & 6:30 p.m., Wed., Oct. 22, 2 & 7:30 p.m., Thu., Oct. 23, 7:30 p.m., Fri., Oct. 24, 7:30 p.m., Sat., Oct. 25, 6 p.m., Sun., Oct. 26, 2 & 6:30 p.m., Wed., Oct. 29, 2 & 7:30 p.m., Thu., Oct. 30, 7:30 p.m., Fri., Oct. 31, 7:30 p.m., Sat., Nov. 1, 2 & 7:30 p.m. and Sun., Nov. 2, 2 p.m.

    Meadow Brook Theatre

    207 Wilson Hall, Rochester Oakland County

    (248) 377-3300
  • Image: A Gospel Extravaganza and Dinner

    Sat., Oct. 18, 5-9 p.m.

    Christ Church of Southfield

    23795 Civic Center Dr, Southfield Oakland County

    Enjoy an elegant night of music, poetry, laughter, food, and fellowship. Help support Purposeful Life Outreach ministries, whose on a mission to better serve humanity. 9472828134
  • Sat., Oct. 18, 5-9 p.m.

    Office Space Gallery

    2868 E. Grand Blvd, Detroit Detroit

    If you missed the opening then you do not want to miss the closing of Bring It! Recent works by Ewolf, Deb King and S. Kay Young. The three artists in this exhibition distort the expected in favor of the sensual. With Special Guest writer and poet Dennis Teichman and in the mini gallery installation by Mary Rousseaux 3134786722
  • Sat., Oct. 18, 6 p.m.-2 a.m.

    Batch Brewing Company

    1400 Porter St, Detroit, Detroit Detroit

    This is the second year for the Sinners' Ball at Batch Brewing Company. This year is bigger! With more music, more sights, more tents, and more heat (literally and figuratively). This is a magnificent party like none other. A symposium of sinners if you will. Join us and walk amongst the fire breathers, creatures, and freaks. Be dazzled by the sights and sounds of SATORI CIRCUS with his special guests, The Bazaar Orchestra, The Amazing Flec, Hot Talent Buffet, Lushes LaMoan, grinders, jugglers, and a coven of burlesque dancers. Costumes are HIGHLY encouraged. Rid yourself of inhibition! (313) 338-8008
  • Sat., Oct. 18, 6-10:30 p.m.

    Beacon Park Detroit

    1903 Grand River Avenue, Detroit Detroit

    New this year the “Beacon Park Fall After Dark” event will bring an elevated autumn experience to Beacon Park that is perfect for adults, city visitors of all ages, metro Detroit sports fans and downtown residents. This evening event features cozy Fall vibes, a special beer selection, Live music, curated cocktails by Lumen Detroit, the DTE electric vehicle experience, college football viewing party on large screen LED, city views under an open air tent, local vendors and Fall festivities under the downtown city skyline. N/A
  • Sat., Oct. 18, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

    Bert's Warehouse

    2727 Russell St, Detroit Wayne County

    40.00
    Tony Roney's Comic Vibe Presents THE KRACK JOKERS "Sweetest Day Funny Fest" Saturday October 18, 2025 @ 6:30 PM. Bert’s Warehouse Theater 2739 Russell St. Detroit MI. Sponsored by Greater Detroit Realist Association & Good Helpers Heating & Cooling. This comedy show will showcase Detroit's funniest up and coming comedians. For more info contact Kamilah @ 313 729 0502 or 248 906 6119. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1459229447559?aff=oddtdtcreator https://allevents.in/detroit/tony-roneys-sweetest-day-funny-fest-tickets/80001070918904?ref=smdl #highlightseveryonefollowers, #onemikedetroit, #ComedyInDetroit, #thingstodothisweekend, #ThingsToDoOnThursday, #thingstodoindetroit, #THEKRACKJOKERS, #tonyroneyscomicvibe, #Tonyroneyscomicvibe.com, #TKJ, #easternmarket, #UnitedStatesEvents, #michiganevents, #Kamilah, #detroitcomedy, #michigan_events, #detroitperformances, #comedy2025, #newyear2025, #MarvinBrown, #newyearcomedy, #midtowndetroit, #ericray, #DetroitNightLife, #openmicnight, #openmiccomedy 3137299592
  • Sat., Oct. 18, 6:30-9:30 p.m. and Sat., Nov. 1, 6:30-9:30 p.m.

    Embassy Suites Troy

    850 Tower Dr., Troy Oakland County

    Solve a hilarious true crime murder mystery while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The culprit is hiding in plain sight somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect before you know it! 866-496-0535
  • Image: The Mega 80s Spooktacular

    Sat., Oct. 18, 7 p.m.

    Magic Bag

    22920 Woodward Ave., Ferndale Oakland County

    248-544-1991;
  • Image: Tee Grizzley - Forever My Moment Tour

    Sat., Oct. 18, 7 p.m.

    Saint Andrew's Hall

    431 E. Congress St., Detroit Detroit

    313-961-6358
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    Sat., Oct. 18, 7 p.m.

    Fox Theatre

    2211 Woodward Ave., Detroit Detroit

  • Image: Sir Chloe with Suzy Clue

    Sat., Oct. 18, 7 p.m.

    Magic Stick

    4120 Woodward Ave., Detroit Detroit

    (313) 833-9700
  • Image: Freddie Gibbs

    Sat., Oct. 18, 7 p.m.

    Detroit Masonic Temple Library

    500 Temple St, Detroit Detroit

  • Through Oct. 18, 7-10 p.m. and Sat., Oct. 18, 7-10 p.m.

    Elmwood Cemetery

    1200 Elmwood Street, Detroit Detroit

    For two nights in October, historic Elmwood Cemetery will shine with light, art, and sound at the inaugural Elmwood Alight. Walk the grounds as night descends and see this 179-year-old Detroit landmark in a new light. The experience includes immersive lighting displays featuring our architecture, monuments, and trees; sound and music throughout the grounds; inviting rituals that encourage contemplation; and refreshments provided by local hospitality partners. Experience Elmwood like never before as the cemetery becomes a site of illumination, imagination, and connection at the peak of the transformative autumn season. All ages welcome. Alcohol available for purchase with ID. 313-567-3453
  • Image: FOOL HOUSE - THE MILLENNIUM TOUR

    Sat., Oct. 18, 7 p.m.

    District 142

    142 Maple St., Wyandotte Detroit

  • Image: Talib Kweli

    Sat., Oct. 18, 7 p.m.

    The Loving Touch

    22634 Woodward Ave., Ferndale Oakland County

    248-546-3644
  • Image: John Mulaney: Mister Whatever

    Sat., Oct. 18, 7 p.m.

    The Fillmore

    2115 Woodward Ave., Detroit Detroit

    313-961-5451
  • Image: The Rocky Horror Picture Show

    Sat., Oct. 18, 7 p.m.

    Detroit Masonic Temple Library

    500 Temple St, Detroit Detroit

  • Sat., Oct. 18, 7-9 p.m. and Sun., Oct. 19, 2-4 p.m.

    The Citadel Stage

    609 Huron Ave, Port Huron Michigan

    Get Tickets Tickets

    20.00 pre-purchase and 25.00 at the door
    Aric Cushing's adaptation includes Mrs. Westenra, Lucy's mother, who is rarely portrayed in the dramatic versions, Simmons, the Teaming Man, Mr. Swales, and a plethora of other characters who enlivened Bram Stoker's original novel. The complexity of Stoker's manuscript is not discarded, but instead celebrated in this complex, multi-accented rendition of the most famous horror tale of all time. (810) 334-6415
  • Sat., Oct. 18, 7:30 p.m. and Sun., Oct. 19, 2:30 p.m.

    Detroit Opera House

    1526 Broadway St., Detroit Detroit

    George Balanchine, Jerome Robbins, Gerald Arpino, and Twyla Tharp are influential choreographers who shaped American dance in the 20th century. Each choreographer contributed uniquely to the evolution of dance, expanding its artistic and expressive possibilities. This program explores the shaping of the American dance scene with Robbins’ “In the Night,” an excerpt from Arpino’s “Light Rain,” Tharp’s “Brel,” and Balanchine’s “Who Cares” (concert version). Dancers appearing courtesy of New York City Ballet and Houston Ballet. 313-237-7464
  • Sat., Oct. 18, 7:30 p.m.

    MAMA's Coffeehouse at the Birmingham Unitarian Church

    38651 Woodward Ave., Bloomfield Hills Oakland County

    Admission $20 / $18 student/senior
    October 18, 2025, 7:30pm DAVE BOUTETTE & KRISTI DAVIS BART MOORE opens Admission $20, $18 student/senior No advance sales, cash or check at door only 2486472380
  • Image: Nicely Theatre Presents Fiddler on the Roof

    Sat., Oct. 18, 7:30-10 p.m., Sun., Oct. 19, 2-4:30 p.m., Fri., Oct. 24, 7:30-10 p.m., Sat., Oct. 25, 7:30-10 p.m. and Sun., Oct. 26, 2-4:30 p.m.

    The Berman Center for the Performing Arts

    6600 W. Maple Rd., West Bloomfield Oakland County

    Nicely Theatre Group presents their 2025 production of the Tony Award-winning musical Fiddler on the Roof at The Berman Center for Performing Arts in West Bloomfield, Michigan. Nicely Creative Director Mitch Master directs, with choreography by Mark McCleese and music and vocal direction by Dan Greig. Fiddler on the Roof is a Tony Award-winning Broadway musical classic with unforgettable songs like "Tradition" and "If I Were a Rich Man," with an all local cast headed by Patrick Lane as Tevye and Alexa Carollo as Golde. 248-406-6677
  • Image: Catch Me If You Can

    Sat., Oct. 18, 2 & 7:30 p.m., Sun., Oct. 19, 2 & 6:30 p.m., Wed., Oct. 22, 2 & 7:30 p.m., Thu., Oct. 23, 7:30 p.m., Fri., Oct. 24, 7:30 p.m., Sat., Oct. 25, 6 p.m., Sun., Oct. 26, 2 & 6:30 p.m., Wed., Oct. 29, 2 & 7:30 p.m., Thu., Oct. 30, 7:30 p.m., Fri., Oct. 31, 7:30 p.m., Sat., Nov. 1, 2 & 7:30 p.m. and Sun., Nov. 2, 2 p.m.

    Meadow Brook Theatre

    207 Wilson Hall, Rochester Oakland County

    (248) 377-3300
  • Image: Brian Culbertson

    Sat., Oct. 18, 8 p.m.

    Sound Board

    2901 Grand River Ave., Detroit Detroit

    2486481105
  • Image: CHAIN REACTION w/spg BENNY JET

    Sat., Oct. 18, 8 p.m.

    downstairs at Joy Manor

    28997 Joy Road, Westland Detroit