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What to do in Metro Detroit this weekend

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Clown Skate returns The Rink at Campus Martius! (Damien Regep)

Kinky Boots

February 5th - February 8th

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Fisher Theatre

Kinky Boots is coming to the Fisher Theatre this weekend, featuring a Tony-winning score by Cyndi Lauper. This uplifting musical follows Charlie Price, who saves his family’s shoe factory by teaming up with a drag queen named Lola to create durable, high-heeled boots.

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The Phantom of the Opera

Now through February 15th

Detroit Opera House

The Phantom of the Opera is back to thrill audiences once again! Cameron Mackintosh presents a revitalized new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s legendary musical, The Phantom of the Opera. This captivating story revolves around a disfigured musical genius, known only as “The Phantom,” who haunts the Paris Opera House and a soprano he has fallen for.

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Cliff Bell’s 20th Anniversary

February 5th - February 7th

Cliff Bell’s

Celebrate Cliff Bell’s 20th anniversary after re-opening two decades ago with a weekend full of special events. Over the years, it evolved from a local hangout for musicians to an internationally recognized destination for the world’s best jazz. February 5th through February 7th, Cliff Bell’s will celebrate its anniversary with three special nights.

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First Fridays Ypsilanti

Friday, February 6th

Downtown Ypsilanti

First Fridays Ypsilanti is a free monthly arts and culture self-guided tour. Explore area businesses to shop exclusive discounts, attend pop-up events and galleries featuring Ypsilanti area artists and performers, and experience the Ypsi arts scene in all its forms.

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Puppet Karaoke Detroit at Batch Brewing Company (Puppet Karaoke Detroit)

Puppet Karaoke

Friday, February 6th at 8 pm

Batch Brewing Company

This is an opportunity of a lifetime that you don’t want to miss. If you’re wondering what this event might be, it’s exactly what it sounds like it will be. This Friday, head on over to Batch Brewing Company, choose a puppet of your liking and sing your heart out baby, because its Puppet Karaoke. It’s described as Fraggle Rock meets Tupac, which if anything sets the tone for a fun filled evening of light heartedness with a bit of vulgarity.

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Clown Skate

Saturday, February 7th at 7pm

Campus Martius Detroit Ice Rink

After a few-year hiatus, Clown Skate is back! Lace up your skates, paint your face and get your red noses out for this fun community clown meet-up at The Ice Rink at Campus Martius. Only have clown shoes? Don’t worry, skates are available to rent at the rink.

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Dinosaur Adventure

February 7th - February 8th

Huntington Place

Rawrr! Dinosaurs are coming to town! This family-friendly event showcases life-sized animatronic dinosaurs, interactive exhibits, and exciting activities for kids, families, and dinosaur enthusiasts of all ages. In addition to the life-sized dinosaurs, attendees can enjoy fossil digs, Jurassic scooters, dinosaur rides, mini golf, coloring stations, a prehistoric playground, and live entertainment.

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Winter at Valade (Detroit Riverfront Conservancy)

Winter at Valade

Saturdays & Sundays: January 10th to March 1st

Robert C. Valade Park.

The Detroit Riverfront Conservancy is thrilled to invite you to enjoy the winter season with them! Winter at Valade is back! From January through February, you can look forward to oversized fire pits, sledding, games, delicious drinks, tasty food, and a variety of activities and free events for all ages.

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Winter Park at Bowers School Farm

Weekends - January 9th through March 1st

Bowers School Farm

Looking for something fun to get into this weekend? Check out Bowers School Farm in Bloomfield Hills. Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday through March 1st Bowers School Farm is free and open to the public for visitors to meet their animals, enjoy their cozy bonfires and to indulge in a variety of comfort foods from their Farm Kitchen and Store. Visitors can also purchase tickets to ride down their tubing hill that takes you through a giant light tunnel. It is recommended to purchase tubing tickets in advance due to its popularity.

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DaVinci | The Exhibition (The Henry Ford Museum)

DaVinci Exhibition

Now through May 3rd, 2026

Henry Ford Museum

Experience the world of Leonardo da Vinci through full-scale inventions, detailed art studies, and captivating displays set against the scenic Italian countryside. This limited-time exhibition showcases da Vinci’s discoveries in art, engineering, science, flight, and more, celebrating and studying one of history’s most brilliant minds. The exhibit will showcase over 65 inventions, 20 fine art studies, interactive machines, and captivating explorations of masterpieces like the “Mona Lisa” and “The Last Supper”.

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Pent Up Saturdays at Woodbridge Pug (Kingship Creative)

Free Weekly Events at Woodbridge Pub

Thursdays - Karaoke hosted by Robby Rob at 9pm

Fridays - Piano Bar Sing-along at 9pm

Saturdays - Flea Market from 12pm - 7 pm

Saturday - Pent Up! with Joshua Adams at 10pm

Sundays - Jazz Night at 8:30pm

Monday - Slow Jams Detroit at 10pm

The Detroit Institute of Arts. (WDIV)

Exhibits at the Detroit Institute of Arts

Reimagine African American Art

Permanent Exhibition; free with general admission

Contemporary Anishinaabe Art: A Continuation

Now through April 5, 2026; Detroit Institute of Arts; free with general admission

Guests of Honor: Art of Faith from the Jewish Museum

Now through January 3, 2027; Detroit Institute of Arts; free with general admission *New*

For more information, visit the DIA’s website.


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