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Greensky Bluegrass Founded in Kalamazoo 25 years ago, Greenway Bluegrass bring their signature blend of “jamgrass” to Detroit. A must-see live experience for fans of jam bands, string music, and everything in between. Doors at 7 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 21; The Fillmore, 2115 Woodward Ave., Detroit; ticketmaster.com. Tickets start at $41.25. Credit: Courtesy photo
Novi Taco Festival Tacos, live music, wrestling, and more are all part of a family-friendly festival headed to Novi. According to organizers, the event will include taco trucks, palomas and margaritas, live entertainment across two stages, a hot pepper-eating contest, vendors selling Mexican crafts, and a kid’s zone. Veterans, active duty members with military ID, and children ages 3 and under get in free all weekend. From 5-10 p.m. Friday, Aug. 22, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 23, and noon-7 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 24; Twelve Mile Crossing at Fountain Walk; 44275 W. Twelve Mile Rd., Novi; novitacofest.com. Advance tickets are $7 or three-day passes are available for $21 per person. Cover is $10 at the door. Credit: Courtesy photo
Pickleball for Good Fundraiser Play for a cause at this feel-good fundraiser. Whether you’re a seasoned player or just paddle-curious, this event includes open courts for players of all skill levels; workshops; strolling brunch; a self-service tap wall with 30 beers, wines, and cocktails; and more. Proceeds benefit the Relentless Care Foundation, which works on housing affordability across Michigan. From 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 23; Wolverine Pickleball; 235 Metty Dr., Ann Arbor; classy.org. Tickets start at $75. Credit: Facebook, Wolverine Pickleball
We Came As Romans Metalcore mainstays return for a heavy hometown throwdown. Detroit’s own We Came As Romans hit the stage with their explosive mix of metalcore, melody, and high-octane emotion with support from After the Burial, Currents, and Johnny Booth.Doors at 6 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 23; 2115 Woodward Ave., Detroit; ticketmaster.com. Tickets start at $37. Credit: Alex Bemis

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Leyland “Lee” DeVito is the editor in chief of Detroit Metro Times since 2016. His writing has also been published in CREEM, VICE, In These Times, and New City.