The Metro Events Guide

A weekly guide to Detroit’s most unique arts and culture events.

Learn about what’s happening in metro Detroit from art installations to food festivals. The Metro Events Guide brings you events you won’t hear about anywhere else, carefully curated by WDET hosts and staff.

New editions are published every Thursday.

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The Metro Events Guide: 27 things to do in Detroit this holiday season

This week, we’ve got a super-sized events guide to keep you busy all throughout the holiday season. Whether you’re home...

The Metro Events Guide: Films, exhibits and festivals to check out this weekend

This week, we’ve got thought-provoking films, feminist fiber art displays and a showcase of some of the funniest comics in...

The Metro Events Guide: Noel Night, holiday markets + more

This week, we’ve got holiday markets for every niche, including ceramics, beauty products, books and more.Plus, a chance to mingle...

The Metro Events Guide: Light displays, holiday shopping + more

This week, we have tons of seasonal festivities, from tree lightings to ugly holiday sweater skate parties.Plus, some unique opportunities...

The Metro Events Guide: Interactive cultural experiences, artisanal holiday markets + more

This week, we have interactive cultural experiences, artisanal holiday markets and festive celebrations for our beloved Lions.Plus, opportunities to spend...

The Metro Events Guide: Soothing art, sci-fi escapism and comic relief

Anyone else in desperate need of an emotional reset? This week, we’ve got some soothing and fantasy-forward events to take...

The Metro Events Guide: Día de los Muertos celebrations, live performances and Election Day in Detroit

This week, we’ve got Día de los Muertos celebrations, live performances and some early holiday shopping opportunities.Plus, it’s almost Election...

The Metro Events Guide: How to spend Halloween Weekend in Detroit

This week, we’re going all-in on spooky season, from creepy concerts to canine costume contests.Plus, a couple events unrelated to...

The Metro Events Guide: Art exhibits, maker markets and more to explore this weekend in Detroit

This weekend, we’ve got last-chance art exhibits, early holiday shopping and lots of beer.Plus, 101.9 Day! Read on to learn...

The Metro Events Guide: Beer releases, benefit brunches and more to enjoy in metro Detroit this week

This week, we’ve got plenty to do that crosses cultural borders — beer release parties for public radio, benefit brunches...

The Metro Events Guide: Detroit Story Fest, Woodbridge Porch Concerts + more

The sun is shining and the air is crisp — making for a perfect weekend to get into some fall...

The Metro Events Guide: Parker’s Alley in Bloom, Detroit Black Film Festival + more

There's an exciting array of events to check out in the metro Detroit area this week, from a weekend-long celebration...