It’s already the end of February; if you haven’t gotten out of the house much yet this year, it’s time. Whether you’re a foodie, a nerd, an art and music lover, or just bored, something is happening in or around the city this weekend that is perfect for you. We gathered all the best events for you to choose what you want to add to your calendar easily. 

If you’re looking for even more to do every day of the week, see the Metro Times events calendar, which is free to use if you have something planned that you’d like to advertise to Metro Times readers.

Modern Pakistani Dinner Party with Khana When: Feb. 23 at 5:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. Where: Frame, Hazel Park What: A pop-up five-course meal Who: Maryam Khan and foodies Why: It’s the Detroit food pop-up’s first-ever five-course event. There will be a surprise menu of vegetarian and meat-eater options. Credit: Joe Vaughn
The Great Lakes Comic-Con When: Feb. 23 from 5-9 p.m. and Feb. 24 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Where: Macomb Sports and Expo Center, Warren What: A comics convention Who: Special Guests include WWE Legend Honky Tonk Man Noah Hathaway, Steve Lavigne who played Atreyu in the NeverEnding Story, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles’ Jim Lawson and Noah Sult, among many others. Why: If you’re a comics and pop culture nerd, this event is for you. Credit: Courtesy photo
Dilla World Detroit When: Feb. 23-25 Where: Across the city What: A weekend of events honoring J Dilla’s 50th birthday Who: Local artists, performers, and community members Why: There will be a night of art and music at the MOCAD on Friday, a family bowling event plus a hip-hop showcase on Saturday, and a dance party on Sunday night. Credit: Steve Neavling
The Congregation 9321 Rosa Parks Blvd., Detroit; 313-307-5518; thecongregationdetroit.com The Congregation is a cafe built in a former church with a killer deck. Credit: Google Maps
Culinary Art Show When: Feb. 24 from 3-9 p.m. Where: Neighborhood Grocery What: A food-inspired art show Who: Local artists India Solomon, Fifty, and Tony Rave, among others. Why: To celebrate the intersection between food and art. Plus, there will be food available from local Ethiopian pop-up Konjo. Credit: Courtesy of Raphael Wright
Black Like Me youth poetry and Pop-up shop When: Feb. 24 from 4-8 p.m. Where: Detroit Sip What: A youth poetry contest and pop-up shop Who: The Black Economic Exchange Group and local youth ages 5-19 Why: The subject of the poetry must surround Black history. The winner of the contest will receive $100, with a $50 prize for second place, and a $25 prize for third place. Credit: Google Maps
Le Mélange de Gala When: Feb. 24 from 6-9 p.m. Where: Extra Crispy Studios What: An immersive sensory museum Who: Curated by Marshele Parker, also known as 29 Why: It definitely sounds interesting and unique. It’s a sensory museum that immerses people in fashion, live art, and Detroit’s youngest techno talent. Credit: Instagram, @whosjmt
Exclusive Screening: A Table of Our Own When: Feb. 24 from 6:30-8 p.m. Where: AMC Bel Air 10 What: A documentary about Black people and psychedelics Who: Anyone interested in the topic Why: The documentary ignites a powerful conversation about race, identity, spirituality, and the profound impact of psychedelics on the individual and society. Credit: Courtesy photo
Gun Buy Back When: Feb. 24 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Where: The Icon What: A gun buyback, plus expungement and job fair Who: Skilla Baby, Mary Sheffield, and Judge Tenisha Yancey Why: To get guns off of the streets and clean as many records as possible. Credit: Instagram, @marysheffield
Mid-Winter Market Day When: Feb. 24 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Where: Next Chapter Books What: A small business market Who: Local vendors Why: Support local businesses. Credit: Instagram, @nextchapterbooksdetroit
Edo Ramen House’s 6th anniversary When: Feb. 24 from 7-11 p.m. Where: Edo Ramen, Royal Oak What: An anniversary and acoustic performance Who: Performances by Vinnie Dombroski and other Detroit rock ‘n’ roll musicians Why: To celebrate the restaurant’s 6th anniversary. Plus, there will be drink and food specials available for $6. Credit: Tracy Ketcher
Art for Palestine and Market When: Dec. 16 from 2-7 p.m. Where: Spot Lite What: An art market Who: Local artists and small businesses Why: Make signs in solidarity with Palestine and explore unique work from local vendors. Credit: Viola Klocko
Seize the Smoke Inaugural Celebrity Basketball Game When: Feb. 25 from 1-5 p.m. Where: Wayne State Fieldhouse What: A charity event against gun violence Who: To honor the life and legacy of aspiring Detroit rapper Khalil Amari Allen Why: To promote a movement against gun violence that advocates for peace within the community. Credit: Courtesy photo
Stop Genocide in Palestine When: Feb. 25 at 2 p.m. Where: Dearborn Manor What: A rally for Palestine Who: Presented by the Michigan Task Force for Palestine Why: Local leaders hope to bring together Arab, Black, Latino, and Jewish communities in metro Detroit to demand a ceasefire in Palestine. Government officials including Dearborn Mayor Abdullah Hammoud and U.S. Rep Rashida Tlaib will be present among many others. Credit: Viola Klocko
Fireside Lovefest When: Feb. 25 at 7 p.m. Where: Big Pink What: An R&B festival Who: Local artists 904 Matcha, Raquel Soledad, B Free, Camilla Cantu, and many more. Why: To celebrate love in all forms while supporting R&B singers in Detroit. Credit: Courtesy photo

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Layla McMurtrie is the digital editor of Detroit Metro Times. She's passionate about art, music, food, and Detroit's culture and community. Her work has been featured in the Detroit Free Press, Between...