Arts, Beats, and Eats takes place this weekend, September 2-5 in downtown Royal Oak. And you guessed it — there will be tons of art, beats, and eats! Here are the must-see acts to check out. All photos from Facebook.

Killer Flamingos Friday, 9/2 @ 9:45 p.m. Ford Alternative Stage One of the best bands in Detroit.
Buckcherry Friday, 9/2 @ 10 p.m. Michigan Lottery National Stage The band is celebrating the 10th anniversary of ’15’ with a tour.
Joan Jett & the Blackhearts Friday, 9/2 @ 8:00 p.m. Michigan Lottery National Stage GET READY FOR THIS BADASS QUEEN!
JR. JR. Saturday, 9/3 @ 8:30 Michigan Lottery National Stage The electronic-pop duo from metro Detroit is playing at the Fillmore in a few weeks, too.
Kaleido Saturday, 9/3 @ 10 p.m. Ford Alternative Stage That pink hair, tho.
Flint Eastwood Sunday, 9/4 @ 5:15 Michigan Lottery National Stage Local band Flint Eastwood is always a treat when they play in town.
Gasoline Gypsies Sunday, 9/4 @ 9:45 p.m. Ford Alternative Stage These Port Huron boys are bound to put on a great show.
Gavin DeGraw Sunday, 9/4 @ 6:45 p.m. Michigan Lottery National Stage Cue the ‘One Tree Hill’ theme song ASAP.
Laith Al-Saadi Sunday, 9/4 @ 10:45 p.m. Michigan Lottery National Stage The Voice finalist will play to a huge crowd, we can guarantee that.
Jill Jack Monday, 9/5 @ 5:45 Rock Stage The MT favorite will bring some soulful vibes to the fest.

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