Events
Drapo Nou se Fyète Nou / Our Flag Is Our Pride: A Haitian Flag Day Celebration
Charles Wright MuseumJoin the Haitian Network Group of Detroit (HNGD) and the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History for Drapo Nou se Fyète Nou / Our Flag Is Our Pride — a joyful and meaningful commemoration of Haitian Flag Day. Through drum performance, folkloric dance, spoken word, documentary screening, and a celebration of Haiti's legendary sheroes, this program invites
Wednesday West African Dance Class
Wednesday West African Dance Class 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM | Instructor(s): Team Temate Join us every Wednesday for an engaging dance class suitable for all levels, from beginners to advanced dancers. Our instructors guide the class so that everyone can participate comfortably and grow at their own pace. Please bring water to stay hydrated,
Open for Memorial Day
Detroit Historical MuseumThe Dossin Great Lakes Museum will be open with special holiday hours from 1-5 p.m. on Monday, May 25. Walk-in visitors are welcome, no pre-registration is necessary Register Here
Wednesday West African Dance Class
Wednesday West African Dance Class 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM | Instructor(s): Team Temate Join us every Wednesday for an engaging dance class suitable for all levels, from beginners to advanced dancers. Our instructors guide the class so that everyone can participate comfortably and grow at their own pace. Please bring water to stay hydrated,
Relaxed Open Rehearsal: Songs of America
Detroit Symphony OrchestraHands-on activities are available from 9-10am. This free, relaxed open rehearsal gives you a behind-the-scenes look at the DSO as the musicians prepare for the weekend's concerts. Celebrate America's 250th Anniversary with the songs and sounds that have shaped the nation’s musical legacy. From jazz standards and Broadway classics to the great American Songbook, vocalists
Third Thursday — No Rest for the Joyful: A Night of Jazz & Stand-Up Comedy
Charles Wright MuseumNo Rest for the Joyful is an evening that leans fully into laughter and sound as acts of survival, community, and celebration. Curated as a night of jazz and stand-up comedy, the program brings together three dynamic comedians, one musical guest, and one poet for a multidisciplinary experience that honors joy as both inheritance and
Indian Cultural Journey
Detroit Institute of ArtsExperience a dynamic blend of Indian cultural traditions through music, dance, storytelling, and interactive art. Great Hall will come alive from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. with colorful Rangoli displays, intricate henna artistry, artist showcases, and more—offering immersive opportunities to engage with India’s creative heritage. The highlight of the day is a captivating narrative journey across India’s
Wednesday West African Dance Class
Wednesday West African Dance Class 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM | Instructor(s): Team Temate Join us every Wednesday for an engaging dance class suitable for all levels, from beginners to advanced dancers. Our instructors guide the class so that everyone can participate comfortably and grow at their own pace. Please bring water to stay hydrated,
Talking Shop: Martha Mysko on Retail Therapy
Visit MOCAD and join Artist Martha Mysko and Susanne Feld Hilberry Curator Isabella Nimmo as they hold an informal in-gallery conversation exploring Mysko’s new body of work in her solo exhibition, Retail Therapy. Attendees will gain insight into her process, inspirations, and the themes that shape the exhibition. https://mocadetroit.org/event/talking-shop-martha-mysko-on-retail-therapy/
Jeff Haas Quintet
Detroit Institute of ArtsRooted in the original works of acclaimed composer Jeff Haas, this eclectic quintet explores the intersection of jazz, funk, R&B, and world music soundscapes. The result is a rich, genre crossing musical voice that is soulful, inventive, and deeply human. Featuring an exceptional lineup of Michigan artists, the group crafts performances that invite connection, reflection,