20 things to do in Detroit this weekend (Jan. 11-14)

By Layla McMurtrie on Wed, Jan 10, 2024 at 10:02 am

Get ready to rock this weekend with tons of cool events happening around the city, from art to food to comedy to music. Discover something new and add a unique activity to your upcoming agenda.

If you’re looking for even more to do every day of the week, visit 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.

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Technically, Yeah

When: Jan. 11 at 9 p.m.
Where: UFO Factory
What: A record release and anniversary show
Who: Jo Rad Silver and Eddie Logix of Technically, Yeah
Why: It’s the monthly tech night's 50th show, plus it's the duo's first-ever album release.

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Jollibee's Opening Weekend

When: Jan. 12-14 from 9 a.m.-10 p.m.
Where: Jollibee, Sterling Heights
What: The grand opening day of Jollibee’s first Michigan location.
Who: Jollibee fans
Why: Metro Detroiters have been waiting for this day since 2021 when it was first announced that the popular Philippines-based fast-food chain was coming to Michigan. Plus, the first 100 customers that spend over $20 each day this weekend get a prize.

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Intimacy: The Artistic Community of PASC

When: Jan. 12-14
Where: Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit
What: An exhibition by artists with developmental disabilities.
Who: Progressive Art Studio Collective
Why: It’s the exhibit’s final weekend and you should visit the MOCAD before it closes soon for renovations.

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Noah Reid

When: Jan. 12 at 7 p.m.
Where: Saint Andrew’s Hall
What: A live show
Who: Noah Reid
Why: He was on Schitt’s Creek, plus he sings.

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Chris Tucker

When: Jan. 12 at 8 p.m.
Where: Fox Theatre
What: A comedy show
Who: Chris Tucker
Why: “The Legend Tour” is the comedian’s first major tour in over a decade.

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Black Guns

When: Jan. 12 at 9 p.m.
Where: Greektown’s Club Dream
What: A live concert
Who: Rapper Dame Dash’s rock group Black Guns
Why: The show is part of the 365 Tour with Dame Dash and The Black Guns. If you like the rapper, it could be interesting to see him rock out.

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Capricorn Celebration

When: Jan. 12 from 8 p.m.-2 a.m.
Where: Spot Lite
What: A dance night
Who: DJs Mike Clark, Dez, Crate Digga, and Marcus Harris.
Why: Celebrate Capricorn season with good music and good vibes.

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Goth Night

When: Jan 12 and Jan. 13 from 9 p.m.-3:30 a.m.
Where: Leland City Club
What: A fun dance night for local goths
Who: DJs Jay Misanthropia & Parallax
Why: Channel your inner goth and have a fun night with friends.

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Clothing Swap & Mending Party

When: Jan. 13 from 1-4 p.m.
Where: Bloodroot Herb Shop, Ypsilanti
What: A clothing swap
Who: You and your clothes
Why: It’s a chance to update your wardrobe and get rid of some clothes for a new year refresh. Also, if you have clothes that need fixing, bring supplies and do it next to a neighbor.

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Vintage Vinyl Record Show

When: Jan. 13 from 1-4 p.m.
Where: Dancing Eye Gallery, Northville
What: A record show
Who: Music Collector Paul Anker and local music lovers
Why: See an awesome expansive music collection.

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Letter Writing for a Ceasefire

When: Jan. 13 from 1-4:30 p.m.
Where: Next Chapter Books
What: A community event.
Who: Metro Detroiters
Why: Sign and address letters to President Biden and U.S. representatives calling for a permanent ceasefire in Palestine. Materials will be provided.

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Apotheculture Club: MLK Weekend Outing

When: Jan. 13 from 5-11 p.m.
Where: Detroit Symphony Orchestra
What: A community outing
Who: The Apotheculture Club and Detroit’s cannabis chef Enid Parham
Why: If you haven’t joined Detroit’s cannabis-infused dinner and performance arts club, this is a great chance. The group is heading out to enjoy the music of Chevalier de Saint-Georges, the first classical music composer of African descent.

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Detroit Red Wings vs. Los Angeles Kings

When: Jan. 13 at 7 p.m.
Where: Little Caesars Arena
What: A hockey game
Who: Hockey fans and/or Grateful Dead fans
Why: Hockey.

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COOP'S NIGHTMARE - The Alice Cooper Experience

When: Jan. 13 at 7 p.m
Where: District 142, Wyandotte
What: A night dedicated to all things Alice Cooper
Who: Alice Cooper fans
Why: Hear music and see impersonators of Alice Cooper, plus dress like him yourself.

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Candlelight: A Tribute to Pink Floyd

When: Jan. 13 from 8:30-10:30 p.m.
Where: The Masonic Temple
What: A candlelight concert
Who: Pink Floyd fans
Why: Experience a unique multi-sensory show.

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A Night of Motor City Soul

When: Jan. 13 from 8-11:30 p.m.
Where: Aretha’s Jazz Cafe
What: A music performance
Who: Detroit vocalists Smoke Jones and Laura Rain
Why: Caesars Award-winning Detroit vocalist Laura Rain joins forces with Smoke Jones for an evening of original soul and R&B. Jones will be playing acoustic guitar and previewing his latest music.

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The Mega 80s

When: Jan. 13 at 7 p.m.
Where: Magic Bag, Ferndale
What: An 80s dance party
Who: You and your friends
Why: Throw it back to the 80s with everyone’s favorite 80s music.

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Loose End

When: Jan. 13 from 8 p.m.-2 a.m.
Where: Spot Lite
What: An evening of music
Who: You and your friends
Why: There will be a dance battle, special guests, local DJs, collaboration, and community.

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Erik Scott with Richard Mathis and Travis Conte

When: Jan. 14 from 7:30-9 p.m.
Where: Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle, Royal Oak
What: A comedy show
Who: Erik Scott, Richard Mathis, and Travis Conte
Why: Scott is a stand-up comedian who has been on the rise due to his video clips on TikTok and Instagram.

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Sex Time Machine Party

When: Jan. 14 from 9 p.m.-1 a.m.
Where: Trumbullplex
What: Live performances
Who: Upcoming Detroit collective Sex Time Machine and other local performers
Why: Support a group of local artists.

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