Downtown Detroit’s 15th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, when thousands gather in downtown Detroit’s Campus Martius Park to rock around the Christmas tree for a tree lighting like no other. Come celebrate the start of the holiday season at the…
6 of Detroit’s Infamously Haunted Buildings
Detroit’s darkest moments can still be felt in its structural bones established in 1701. With the high concentration of abandoned buildings in the Motor City, it’s not surprising many people encounter paranormal activity. What’s a good scary story without a…
Ford Plans to Turn Historic Train Station into Haunted House for One Night
Michigan Central Station’s first train left in 1913, and the final train departed in 1988. Now, 30 years later, the train station has new owners and a new purpose. Ford Motor Co. purchased the former transportation hub in Corktown for…
October Is College Application Month and Detroit High Schools Are Celebrating
The college admissions process can be tedious and intimidating. From choosing the right college to navigating the FAFSA application, awareness is key! That’s why the Detroit College Access Network(DCAN), a local organization of leaders and educators working together to ensure…
4 Women-Owned Businesses in Detroit
Women-owned businesses are far more common than they used to be, especially in Detroit, which has seen a spike in businesses owned by women in recent years. These women are in everything from the fashion and beauty industry to the…
8 Floors of Magic and Mystery Await with Theatre Bizarre at the Detroit Masonic Temple
This isn’t your typical Halloween party! Expect to be mesmerized by the enigma that is Theatre Bizarre. This fully immersive experience transcends everything you think you know about traditional October 31 festivities. Featuring everything from sideshow circus acts to burlesque…
Celebrating Life after Death Through Ofrendas on el Día de los Muertos at the DIA
Let’s clear this up once and for all … el Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is not the Mexican version of Halloween! While both annual celebrations have costumes and sweets and are centered around the dead,…
Open Streets Detroit Offers Free Street Fair Activities on October 7
Don’t you just love an old-school party in the street? It’s kind of like a block party, but a few miles longer. Experience fun with friends, awesome food like tacos and BBQ, and the freedom to ride your bike and…
National Taco Day in Detroit
While Tuesdays are typically set aside for the taco enthusiast, October 4 is National Taco Day. If you’re looking for a way to celebrate this national phenomenon on a more local level, here’s a list of Detroit restaurants that are…