What’s going on in metro Detroit this week (June 25-July 1)

By Metro Times editorial staff on Wed, Jun 25, 2025 at 10:20 am

Select events happening in the Detroit area. Be sure to check venue websites before all events for the latest information. See our online calendar for more ideas for things to do, or add your event: metrotimes.com/AddEvent.

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Kayla McLean

Kate Hinote Trio record release show

This indie folk trio, made up of members of local rock band the Blueflowers, has been earning followers with its sparse yet enchanting sound featuring vocalist Kate Hinote, guitarist David Johnson, and violinist Matthew Parmenter. The band is celebrating its sophomore LP, Stowaways, with a release show at Belle’s Lounge. Singer-songwriter Emily Rose is also on the bill.

From 7-10:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 26; Belle’s Lounge (by Valentine Distilling Co.), 161 Vester Ave., Ferndale; eventbrite.com. Tickets are $20.52-$33.85.

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United We Slay

A new event series is set to bring Pride Month celebrations to eleven venues in the Detroit area. Dubbed United We Slay, the series includes dance parties, queer mixers, drag brunches, and performances by Olivia Lux and Cynthia Lee Fontaine from RuPaul’s Drag Race, among others. While most of the events are free to attend, VIP tickets and solicited donations will raise funds for the ACLU of Michigan in honor of transgender drag queen Golden O’Hara-Polo, who died in April at age 29.

Thursday, June 26-Sunday, June 29; various venues; linktr.ee/unitedweslay. No cover, VIP tickets benefit ACLU of Michigan.

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Christy Bush

Jason Isbell & the 400 Unit

Critically acclaimed for his raw emotional honesty, singer, guitarist, and six-time Grammy Award winner Jason Isbell has steadily earned his place as one of music’s finest performing songwriters. Isbell and the 400 Unit visit Detroit for one night only at the fabulous Fox Theatre.

Starts at 8 p.m. on Thursday, June 26 at the Fox Theatre; 2211 Woodward Ave., Detroit; ticketmaster.com. Tickets start at $53.

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Drag night at Bowlero Lounge

Bowlero is proud to host another exciting Drag Night & Dance Party in the lounge this Thursday night. Bring your friends, bring your energy, and come celebrate Pride Month with good music, dancing, and unforgettable performances. Curated by DJ Auntie Chanel, with guest host Infestasia. Featuring Drag Chef Kokayne, Burnie Mac, and Buzi. Social hour starts at 8 p.m. Show at 9 p.m. Limited lanes available to book online in advance.

Starts at 8 p.m. on Thursday, June 26 at Bowlero; 4209 Coolidge Hwy., Royal Oak; bowlerodetroit.com. Free parking, no cover. 18+.

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Rouge Park 100th Anniversary

Michigan’s largest urban park is turning 100, and organizers are marking the milestone with a free, three-day festival in Detroit later this month. Hosted by Friends of Rouge Park, the event will feature live music, a family-friendly carnival, local performers, a community resource fair, and a special fundraising reception.

Friday, June 27-Sunday, June 29; Rouge Park; rougepark.org. No cover.

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Pug Fest III

Pug Fest returns to Ferndale, bringing together emo, punk, hardcore, and indie rock at venues like Orchid Theatre, the Loving Touch, 215W, and more. This year’s lineup features Sweet Pill, Oso Oso, Modern Color, Macseal, Standards, Liquid Mike, Gully Boys, and 70+ local and national acts. Pug Fest celebrates the underground music scene and the DIY spirit.

Friday, June 27-Sunday June 29; multiple venues, Ferndale; thepleasantunderground.com. Tickets start at $25.

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Devo: 50 years of De-evolution…continued!

The legendary new wave rockers of “Whip It” fame are back on the road again, bringing their classic punky kitsch to the Fillmore for one night only. The band’s prophetic message of “Devolution” and their strikingly original fusion of electronics and punk made them a singular influence throughout the ’80s and into the ’90s.

Starts at 7 p.m. on Saturday, June 28 at the Fillmore; 2115 Woodward Ave., Detroit; ticketmaster.com. Tickets start at $83.

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Burger Battle Detroit

May the best burger win. Local chefs will face off at this weekend’s Burger Battle Detroit, which returns to Eastern Market’s Shed 5. Now in its ninth year, the family-friendly competition names the best burgers in the Detroit area — and you can help decide.

From 1-4 p.m. on Sunday, June 29 at Eastern Market Shed 5; burgerbattle.info. General admission tickets are $20 or $40 for VIP early entry at 11 a.m.

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Big Sean and the Detroit Symphony Orchestra

Rapper Big Sean is collaborating with the DSO for what’s being described as “a groundbreaking fusion of hip-hop and orchestral sound.” According to a press release, Big Sean will headline the show, with appearances by rising Detroit hip-hop acts Skilla Baby, Tee Grizzley, Illa J, Nasaan, and Queen Naija. The DSO is also set to debut a new orchestral arrangement honoring the late hip-hop producer J Dilla, who was born in Detroit and died in 2006 at 32. Since 2020, Big Sean has served as the Creative Director of Innovation for the Detroit Pistons, “providing creative counsel and strategic guidance on a variety of Pistons off-the-court initiatives, including team merchandise design, in-game experience, co-branded community and social responsibility activation, and more,” according to the release.

Starts at 7 p.m. on Sunday, June 29 at Orchestra Hall in Detroit’s Max M. and Marjorie S. Fisher Music Center; 3711 Woodward Avenue, Detroit; ticketmaster.com. Tickets start at $110.

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