20 Festive Things to do in Detroit this Fall

By Metro Times Staff on Fri, Sep 23, 2016 at 5:03 pm

There is so much happening in Detroit this fall that it's hard to keep track of what is going on. Look no further than your ultimate guide to all the festive fall events that take place until Thanksgiving. With an Oktoberfest happening almost every weekend, marathons and 5Ks, and fun Halloween events to bring the kiddies to, you and your family will never be bored. All photos from Facebook or Metro Times galleries.

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Ste. Anne Annual Sausage Festival
Friday-Sunday, Sept. 23-25
@ St. Anne Catholic Church
5920 Arden Ave., Warren
5-10 p.m.
No, no, not that kind of sausage fest. This is of the traditional Polish variety. Be treated to a mix of beers, Polish dance performances, live bands, games, rides, and of course plenty of Polish cuisine.

Funky Ferndale Art Fair
September 23-25
@ Downtown Ferndale
Friday: 3-7 p.m. Saturday: 10-7 p.m. Sunday: 11-6 p.m.
Forget all the other art fairs that you've ever been to because Funky Ferndale beats them all. We may be a tad biased because our offices are in Ferndale, but Funky Ferndale is eclectic, fun, and of course funky as hell.

Rochester Mills Brewing Co Oktoberfest
Friday & Saturday, 9/23-9/34
@ Rochester Mills Brewing Co.
400 Water St, Rochester, MI 48307
Rochester Mills makes some great beer, but nothing compares to the Oktoberfest that they brew for this time of year. The party that they are throwing is going to be absolutely insane. Not only will there be delicious beer, but you can count on games, food, and bouncy houses for the kids. The party starts at 5 p.m. on Friday and officially ends at 11:55 p.m. on Saturday.

Detroit Design Fest
Wednesday-Sunday, September 21-25
@ Various Locations and times
We've wrote about the Detroit Design Festival before, but it's so damn cool that it needs to be included in this slideshow. For all the info on the fest, read this article here.

Michigan Renaissance Festival
Every weekend till October 2
12600 Dixie Hwy, Holly
How can you not love the Renaissance Festival? And if you're never been then you need to act quickly!

St. Joseph Oktoberfest
Saturday-Sunday, September 24-25
@ Mother of Devine Mercy Parish
4440 Russell Street., Detroit
Noon- 9 p.m.
We're not really sure why these churches are hosting Oktoberfest parties, but Jesus did drink a lot of wine so we don't mind one bit. Obviously, there will be tons of Oktoberfest beer to drink, but there will be a German dinner with roast chicken that sounds absolutely heavenly. Plus, it's free admission.

Canterbury Village Oktoberfest
September 23-24
@ Canterbury Village
Friday 7-11 p.m. and Saturday 2-11 p.m.
2369 Joslyn Ct, Lake Orion
Canterbury Village is super adorable so it's the perfect place to have an Oktoberfest party. For two days the village will be taken over by German-beer lovers. And don't forget to check out the radio station the WRIF while you're there as they will be spinning some great rock tracks.

Mt. Clemens Oktoberfest
Friday-Sunday, Sept 23-25
@ Downtown Mt. Clemens
Friday: 6-11 p.m. Saturday: 2-11 p.m. Sunday: noon- 6 p.m. Not only do you get three days to drink all the Oktoberfest you want, but there will be live performances from some of the best German bands in town. 50 Amp Fuse goes on at 7 p.m. on Saturday night and the Eric Neubauer band plays Sunday at 1 p.m. Add in a Euchre tournament on Sunday night and German dishes at Bath City Bistro down the street and you have your weekend set.

Apples & Honey Festival
Sunday, 9/25
@ The J
2935 Birch Hollow Dr., Ann Arbor
2-5 p.m.
In celebration of Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur, Sukkot, and Simchat Torah — the jewish Community Center of Ann Arbor is throwing a great little event for all members of the community to come and learn about Jewish holidays and traditions. Apples and honey are traditionally consumed during these holiday months and are a delicious combination if you've never tried. There will be food and games for the little ones, too.

Dakota Inn Rathskeller Oktoberfest
Every weekend in October
@ Dakota Inn
17324 John R St.
Squeeze into your Lederhosen and Dirndl and swing by this old school Bavarian watering hole for its month-plus long Oktoberfest festivities. Featuring the sounds of the Dick Wagner & Die Rhinelander band, Immigrant Sons, Harry Lutz & Die Fahrenden Musikanten, and Tommy Schober & Sorgenbrecher Band. Shows start at 8 p.m. and run through midnight. $3 admission and don't forget your Chicken Hat.