Here are some great things to do in Detroit this weekend, August 16-17, 2025:
- The Woodward Dream Cruise on August 16: A huge classic and sports car event along Woodward Avenue with activities in multiple participating communities.
- AfroFuture Detroit festival on August 16-17 at Bedrock’s Douglass Site: This U.S. debut festival celebrates African music, food, fashion, and art with top performers like Asake, Davido, Kaytranada, and Tee Grizzley.
- Pop Out and Jit Showcase on August 15 at the Northwest Activities Center: Dance performances and battles.
- Wyandotte Wine Crawl on August 16 in downtown Wyandotte: Sample Michigan wines and seltzers with live music, food, games, and shopping.
- Jazz singer Michael Franks live on August 16 at the Music Hall Center for the Performing Arts.
- Tate McRae concert at Little Caesars Arena on August 16.
- Assumption GreekFest from August 15-17 in St. Clair Shores: Enjoy Greek food, music, dance, and a vendor fair.
- Hour Detroit’s GrillFest on August 17 at Eastern Market: Sample grilled bites and vote for the Best Bite.
- Renaissance Festival weekends starting August 16 in Holly: A 16th-century European village experience with music, magic, and artisan marketplace.
You can also find family-friendly events, cultural festivals, and outdoor concerts throughout the metro Detroit area. If you want a specific type of event or more details on any of these, please let me know! This should offer a broad variety of fun options for your weekend plans in Detroit.
