Not only is this Saturday marijuana’s holiday, but it’s also Record Store Day, plus the upcoming Monday is Earth Day, which all has added tons of unique events to the agenda. We already made a list of what’s going on in Detroit to celebrate 4/20, but there are tons more events happening this weekend as well that you can go to for some fun. 

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.

Teen HYPE presents Strung When: April 18 from 7-9 p.m. Where: Marygrove Theater (Detroit) What: A stage play by Detroit youth Who: Community members Why: As part of celebrating the organization’s 20th anniversary, Teen HYPE is presenting the stage play Strung, a production centered on the manipulative layers of social media and how they affect self-esteem, addiction, and parental relationships. Credit: Kahn Santori Davison
The pARTy When: April 18-20 Where: Tangent Gallery (Detroit) What: A music and art festival Who: Local creative people Why: To celebrate Detroit’s creativity, plus raise money for the nonprofit Art In Session to open a future community space and provide resources to local artists. Credit: Instagram, @theparty.events
Handcrafters Spring Fling Handmade Market When: April 19 from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. and April 20 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Where: Embassy Suites Hotel (Livonia) What: A handmade goods market Who: Local crafters Why: The market is the perfect chance to stock up on gifts, garden art, seasonal decorations, fashion, and more. Credit: Facebook, Handcrafters Markets
80s vs 90s – MEGA vs CLASS When: April 13 at 7 p.m. Where: Magic Bag (Ferndale) What: An 80s and 90s dance party Who: Gen X’ers Why: Have fun with friends to hit 80s and 90s music. Credit: Facebook, Mega 80s
The Real Drag Queens of Bingo When: April 19 from 8-10:30 p.m. Where: Grizzley’s (Wyandotte) What: A drag show and bingo game Who: Local drag queens Why: The show blends standup comedy, drag performances, and bingo for a night of laughter and fun. Credit: Google Maps
Motor City Comedy Festival When: April 19 at 8 p.m. Where: Fox Theatre (Detroit) What: A comedy festival Who: Local comedians Why: Get a laugh in and support local stand-up comedians. Credit: Ticketmaster
Rod Williams Quartet When: April 19 and April 20 from 8-11 p.m. Where: Trinosophes (Detroit) What: A music show and celebration Who: Local jazz musicians including Marion Hayden, Tariq Gardner, and Marcus Elliot Why: To celebrate Rod Williams’s 70th birthday and hear some great music. Credit: Courtesy photo
Clothing Swap When: Feb. 10 from 12-4 p.m. Where: Spot Lite What: A clothing swap Who: Detroiters Why: Bring up to 10 pieces of clothing you’re done with and get new clothing for your closet. Credit: Layla McMurtrie
Hot Chocolate Run Detroit When: April 20 from 6 a.m.-12 p.m. Where: Milliken State Park and Harbor (Detroit) What: A marathon benefit Who: Local runners Why: The 5k, 10k, or 15k run helps raise money for the Special Olympics. People who finish the race will get a medal, hot chocolate, chocolate fondue, a post-race party, and more. Credit: Facebook, Hot Chocolate Run
Throwbacks Home Interiors Book Launch and Signing When: March 16 from 1-5 p.m. Where: Woodward Throwbacks What: A book launch and signing Who: Authors Bo Shepherd and Kyle Dubay Why: The space is celebrating Throwbacks Home Interiors, the first book by Detroit duo Bo Shepherd and Kyle Dubay, who own sustainable furniture brand Woodward Throwbacks. For homeowners who are fans of historic details, the book offers inspiration for reusing, restyling, and elevating items to merge modern and antique styles. Credit: Facebook, Woodward Throwbacks
Earth Day Celebration When: April 20 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Where: Walking Lightly Refillery & Zero Waste Store (Ferndale) What: An Earth Day celebration Who: Metro Detroiters Why: Celebrate Earth Day with Metro Detroit’s first zero-waste store, featuring a full day of activities, local vendors, sneaker recycling, DIY rain barrel presentation, community donations, and customer discounts. Credit: Facebook, Walking Lightly
BUDS: an Open Decks showcase When: Feb. 10 from 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Where: Paramita Sound What: DJ sets Who: Sc-Fi Deluxx, Sometimes Sound, and “SHAUNIE” Why: Hear some new sounds spun by local DJs. Credit: Instagram, Paramita
OPEN Studios 2024 When: April 20 from 1-5 p.m. Where: Cranbrook Art Museum (Bloomfield) What: A public open house for Cranbrook Academy of Art Who: Community members and aspiring artists Why: This event is the only time of year the public can explore the studios of Cranbrook Academy of Art. Student art will be for sale, plus admission to the art and science museums will be free. Credit: Facebook, Cranbrook Art Museum
John Sinclair Celebration of Life When: April 20 from 2-6 p.m. Where: The Ralston Project (Detroit) What: A celebration of life Who: Loved ones of John Sinclair Why: Celebrate John Sinclair’s life with music and community. Credit: Leni Sinlclair
Oakland County Earth Day Climate March, Rally, and Fair When: April 20 from 3-7 p.m. Where: Royal Oak Farmers Market What: An Earth Day march, rally, and fair Who: Environmentalists Why: Learn what you can do to curb climate change and make your voice heard for climate action. There will be music, speeches, education, a participatory art project, and more. Credit: Courtesy of the Royal Oak Farmers Market
Reality Gays Podcast When: April 20 at 7 p.m. Where: Magic Stick (Ferndale) What: A live podcast Who: Mattie and Poodle of Reality Gays Why: See the Reality Gays discuss funny topics and reality shows live on stage. Credit: Ticketmaster
Ampersand Book Club: Dilla Time When: Feb. 10 at 7 p.m. Where: 27th Letter Books What: A book club Who: Anyone who has read Dilla Time Why: Discuss the life and legacy of J Dilla and what you learned from Dilla Time, at this local bookstore’s monthly book club. Credit: Facebook, 27th Letter Books
The Black Crowes: Happiness Bastards Tour ’24 When: April 20 at 7 p.m. Where: The Fillmore (Detroit) What: A concert Who: The Black Crowes Why: For the band’s Happiness Bastards Tour. Credit: Ticketmaster
The Plymouth Stamp Show When: April 20 from 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. and April 21 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Where: Hellenic Cultural Center (Westland) What: A stamp show Who: The West Suburban Stamp Club Why: The unique all-ages event will feature beginner stamp collecting classes, information on stamps, and 20 stamp dealers including the U.S. Post Office and United Nations. Credit: Facebook, Motor City Stamp Club
Self Care Sunday When: April 21 from 1-5 p.m. Where: New St. Mark Family Life Center (Detroit) What: A day of self care Who: Community members Why: This free, monthly event offers fitness classes, workshops, and resources for well-being. Local vendors and community partners will host activities including yoga, mindfulness, family fitness, nutrition education, breathwork, senior games, youth basketball, hip-hop Zumba, arts, CPR, and first aid training. Credit: Google Maps

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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...