It might be a little chilly this weekend, but there’s plenty of exciting events to warm your hearts and even your bones too!
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The Christmas Collection
December 5th through December 21st
Planet Ant Theatre, Hamtramck
The holiday season is upon us and the Planet Ant Theatre has a treat for you! Remember when we all used to do our holiday shopping at a mall? The Christmas Collection is kind of about that, and a few other ridiculously hilarious relatable scenarios. Once the beating heart of Suburban City Township, Plaza Place Mall is going out of business but not before hosting its final Christmas Collection celebration. There’s no shortage of shenanigans when it comes to the staff, performers and shoppers of all generations. The Christmas Collections is a comedic romp with a variety of characters set in the universe of a soon to become relic mall. It has everything from dueling kiosks to mall walkers and washed-up country singers.
Detroit Tequila Festival
Friday, December 13th at 6pm
Eastern Market, Detroit
The 7th Annual Detroit Tequila Festival returns to Eastern Market! This fabulous tasting event will have over 70 tequilas, featuring Tequila Liqueurs, Creams, Infusions, Flavored Tequilas, Mezcals, and a variety of Exotic Margaritas. There will also be live music by Cosmic Groove, Detroit’s finest Mexican inspired food trucks, vendors, souvenirs and more! This event will benefit Youth Sports Scholarships, a 501C3 organization that helps families pay for their children’s sporting fees. Donations from this event will help kids play!
Old Time Hawkey: A Holiday Story from Uncle Butch
Friday, December 13th at 8pm
Saint Andrews Hall, Detroit
Well, hello buddy. Looking for some old timey up north cabin story time vibes? Upper Peninsula social media star Fritz otherwise known as the Old Time Hawkey will be at Saint Andrews Hall Friday for an evening of humor, warmth, and a touch of Christmas magic! He’s popularly known for his cottagecore, cooking and pleasant cabin asmr videos which have taken the hearts of millions and millions of followers across the internet. The theatrical production is called “A Holiday Story from Uncle Buch” and is a heartwarming tale about a hunter (Fritz’s uncle) who gets lost on Christmas Eve and discovers a magical cabin in the woods. The story, narrated by Fritz will come to life with live stage actors acting out an Old Time Hawkey family tale set in the year 1986.
Holly Dickens Festival
Saturday, December 14 from 11 AM - 6 PM
Sunday, December 15 from 12 PM - 5 PM
Battle Alley, Downtown Holly
It’s the last weekend to enjoy the annual Holly Dickens Festival! This Saturday and Sunday, venture over to Downtown Holly’s historic social district Battle Alley for a Victorian themed holiday festival celebrating the works of the great Charles Dickens. While strolling the festival you can enjoy magical live performances, folks dressed in their finest period clothing, live music, warm drinks and food, fun games, carriage and train rides and even chestnuts roasting on an open fire! The festival is free and family friendly. While you’re there you can also check out all the unique antique shops and restaurants downtown Holly has to offer.
50th Annual Boston-Edison Holiday Home Tour
December 14th + December 15th
Boston-Edison Historic District, Detroit
This Saturday and Sunday, you can immerse yourself in the charming beauty of the historic Boston-Edison neighborhood with a guided bus tour. You will tour grand mansions and Victorian homes as you ride through the picturesque streets of these architectural gems. You will also be able to ask questions and to engage with homeowners who are excited to share the history and stories behind their homes.
HoliGAY Market
Saturday, December 14th from 12pm-6pm
Affirmations, Ferndale
Stop by Affirmations in Ferndale this Saturday for the HoliGAY Market! The market will feature queer and ally artists, vendors and more! Throughout the day there will also be pop up drag performances and other fun surprises that will make this a unique and entertaining holiday shopping experience for all!
Detroit Party Marching Band
Saturday, December 14th at 8pm
Outer Limit Lounge, Hamtramck
If you haven’t seen the Detroit Party Marching Band, are you even really a Detroiter? This Saturday at Outer Limits Lounge, the Detroit Party Marching Band will be celebrating their 15th Anniversary with a spectacular evening of music. Special guests include Carjack, Hayley, the Crushers, Quality Cinema Band and special performances by the Flying Cardboard Theater. Music starts at 9pm and tickets are only $15. Don’t snooze on this one.
Chris Schanck: A Surreality
November 22nd - February 23rd
MOCAD
This weekend, A Surreality by Detroit-based artist and designer Chris Schanck opens. The exhibit showcases objects, sculptures, and furniture that explores the nature of science fiction, myth and fantasy presented as relics from the artist’s dreamscapes or sur-reality. The exhibit will be open through February 23rd at MOCAD.
Glenlore Trails Aurora Winter Wonderland
November 15th through December 29th
Glenlore Trails, Commerce
Glenlore Trails' “Aurora Winter Wanderland” is open to the public in Commerce Township. If you’ve never been, Glenlore Trails is a lit up immersive night walk experience in a forest. It’s a fun outing for kids, families or even for a date night.
Free Admission Day
Thursdays from 11am-8pm
Cranbrook Art Museum
Did you know that every Thursday Cranbrook Art Museum is open late and has free admission? Well, you do now. Currently, the museum has three new and two ongoing exhibits you can check out when you visit. If a Thursday museum visit doesn’t work into your schedule, you can visit from 11am-5pm on Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sunday for $6-$10.
Need a laugh? Look no further.
The Christmas Collection at Planet Ant Theatre
December 12th - December 21st | Learn more!
The Smoke Show: Gwen Sunkel with Eric Sablan & Bart Dangus
Thursday, December 12th at 8:30pm | Learn more!
Comedy Night w/ Coco, T. Barb and Howie Bell
Thursday, December 12th at 7pm | Learn more!
Melanie Hearn Showcase at Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase
Thursday December 12th at 6:30pm | Learn more!
Cam Rowe w/ Mike Geeter + Steve Hansen at Mark Ridley’s
December 12th - December 14th at various times | Learn more!
Rene Vaca at Magic Bag
Thursday, December 12th at 6:30pm | Learn more!
Casey Rocket at Detroit House of Comedy
December 13th + December 14th at various times | Learn more!
CoCo the Comedian at Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase
December 13th + December 14th at various times | Learn more!
Bodacious at Punchline
December 13th - December 15th at various times | Learn more!
UNCALLED FOR: A ROAST BATTLE show hosted by Nick Kelley
Saturday, December 14th at 9pm | Learn more!
Comedy w/ David Koechner at Diamondback Music Hall
Sunday, December 15th at 9pm | Learn more!
