What’s going on in metro Detroit this week (May 28-June 3)

By Lee DeVito on Wed, May 28, 2025 at 12:57 pm

Select events happening in metro Detroit this week. 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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What’s So Funny About Detroit?

Hosted by WDET’s Ryan Patrick Hooper the last Thursday of the month, this comedy showcase highlights six of Detroit’s funniest comedians on the Old Miami’s patio. Thursday’s event includes sets by Josh Adams, Brett Mercer, Zech, Mary Spencer, and Johnny Mocny, and proceeds supporting the comedians and 101.9 WDET-FM Detroit Public Radio.

Doors at 6 p.m. on Thursday, May 29 at The Old Miami, 3930 Cass Ave., Detroit; wdet.org. Tickets are $25.

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Tales from the D: Don Was

Tino Gross’s acclaimed music documentary series Tales From the D has returned to Detroit public television, with the latest episodes screening at the Detroit Historical Museum. Friday’s episode features Don Was — the musician, producer, and president of jazz label Blue Note Records known for his work with Was (Not Was), Bob Weir and the Wolf Bros., and more recently, the Pan-Detroit Ensemble. The watch party has a reception with cash bar and hors d’oeuvres and a musical performance by Detroit bluesman Billy Davis.

From 6-9 p.m. on Friday, May 30 at the Detroit Historical Museum, 5401 Woodward Ave., Detroit; detroithistorical.org. Tickets are $35.

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Detroit Diamond

A breakout star since from season two of Netflix’s Rhythm + Flow (earning fourth place), this rapper is set to perform her first-ever concert at El Club.

Doors at 8 p.m. on Friday, May 30 at El Club, 4114 W. Vernor Hwy., Detroit; dice.fm. Tickets are $20.40.

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Palmer Park Art Fair

The largest event presented by the People of Palmer Park, this juried art fair includes more than 100 local and national artists along the scenic Lake Francis in Detroit’s 300-acre paradise. The event also includes musical performances on a stage at the park’s recently restored historic log cabin, a book fair, hands-on art activities, and food.

From 10 a.m.-7 p.m. on Saturday, May 31 and 11 a.m.-5 p.m. on Sunday, June 1, in Palmer Park, 600 Merrill Plaisance, Detroit; palmerparkartfair.com. No cover.

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Tied Down Fest with Turnstile, American Nightmare, Foundation, and more

Red-hot Baltimore hardcore band Turnstile was added as a last-minute headlining act to this two-day punk rock festival, which also includes acts like Foundation, American Nightmare, Fiddlehead, SPEED, Never Ending Game, and many more.

Starts at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 31 and Sunday, June 1 at the Russell Industrial Center, 1600 Clay Street, Detroit; tieddowndetroit.com. Tickets are $115.09 per day or $184.36 for a weekend pass.

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Motor City Music Convention

This regular flea market features all kinds of music-related items: new and old records including LPs, singles, CDs, cassettes, and DVDs; posters and fliers; and much more. This family-friendly event also features food concessions and door prizes.

From 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on Saturday, May 31, at Livonia Elk’s Hall, 31117 Plymouth Rd., Livonia. Cover is $3, or $10 for early admission at 8 a.m.

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Riley Green, Ella Langley

Country singers Ella Langley and Riley Green had a No. 1 hit with last year’s “You Look Like You Love Me,” an old-school duet with spoken-word verses about a woman taking the reins in a barroom encounter. So it was only natural that Green invited Langley on his “Damn Country Music Tour.” Vincent Mason and Wyatt McCubbin.

Doors at 6 p.m. on Saturday, May 31 at Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre at Freedom Hill, 14900 Metro Pkwy., Sterling Heights; ticketmaster.com. Tickets start at $196.

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Pickleball at Beacon Park

The fastest-growing sport has arrived in downtown Detroit. Through a partnership between Come Play Detroit and Downtown Detroit Partnership, Beacon Park is offering pickleball on two courts that are well-lit for after-dark play. Beginners and seasoned pros are welcome for team tournaments or open play sessions (bring your own equipment), with refreshments available from nearby Lumen Detroit.

Leagues from 6-9:30 p.m. Monday-Friday, tournaments 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, and open play 6 a.m.-10 p.m. daily when courts are unused at Beacon Park; 1901 Grand River Ave., Detroit; comeplaydetroit.com/beaconpark. No cover.

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