The best things to do in Dearborn

“Drive-in movie lot with 5 screens offers concessions & nightly double features for recent releases.”

“Rouge Park Golf Course is that classic Detroit muni with wide fairways, an 18-hole par 72 layout, and a river that gets involved on nine holes. Warm up at the driving range this week, then see if you can survive the notoriously tough No. 2 and still brag at dinner.”

From the Detroit newsletter, August 7, 2026

“Chandler Park Golf Course is your low-stress Par 71 with rolling fairways, contoured greens, and a roomy practice putting green. Recognized by Golf Digest as a top women-friendly course, it’s a go-to this week for a relaxed round, leagues, outings, or a quick swing tune up.”

From the Detroit newsletter, August 8, 2026

“Redford Theatre is Detroit’s historic movie house where films are the way they were meant to be seen, complete with a working Barton pipe organ and serious vintage vibes. This Friday, August 7, they’re rolling Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1990) with those Jim Henson Creature Shop suits...”

From the Detroit newsletter, August 3, 2026

“Detroit’s crown jewel is calling. The Fox Theatre keeps the calendar stacked with big-name concerts, award-winning Broadway hits, and interactive stage shows, all inside a historic stunner with unique views from the main floor, suite level, and balcony that make any night out feel a little extra.”

“Grand, restored circa-1904 public aquarium known for its extensive collection of gar fish.”

“Jack Nicklaus-designed fairways, year-round tune-ups in the Golden Bear Lounge, and dining that makes the post-round debrief linger... TPC Michigan is set up for both serious play and serious connections, plus membership taps you into the Invited Network nationwide when you’re traveling.”

“Screening room at the Detroit Institute of Arts showing classic and contemporary films, plus indie docs and shorts.”

“Bel Air Luxury Cinema keeps it simple and fun with new releases, easy advance tickets, and a solid coming-soon lineup to plan around. Line up a movie night this week, sink into the story, and let your brain reboot for a couple hours.”

“Set in a former school, this funky arthouse cinema shows independent, foreign & classic films.”

“Golfing facility with a course where professionals play, and an elegant setting for events.”

“Indoor golf complex offering 13 simulators plus games like shuffleboard and foosball.”

“Outdoor amusement park features 2 Caribbean-themed mini-golf courses, go-karts & water balloon wars.”