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8Free things to do
90New spots
93New stories

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This week in Detroit

Five picks from this week's calendar. See all 47 events, day by day →

Mojo Brookzz: Outta Pocket Tour

Friday 7pm · Fox Theatre

overtonight

Friday 8pm · Sanctuary Detroit

Movie from the Grandstands: Angels in the Outfield

Friday 8:30pm · Hamtramck Stadium · Free

Energy Sustainability and Tech Fair

Saturday 10am · Parker Village

Second Saturday Women's Circle

Saturday 12pm · Boston Tea Room

New in Detroit

Places that opened, reopened, or earned a mention this month — the ones we'd go back to.

Elen Cafe

Cafes

Crepes, coffee, calm vibes: Elen Cafe keeps things hand-crafted, from rich espresso and Greek-style freddo cappuccinos to vibrant premium matcha layered with fruit.

elen-cafe.com ↗

Candy Bar

Nightlife

Sip something decadent: Slip into Candy Bar inside The Siren Hotel for impeccably chilled martinis, inventive seasonal cocktails, and plush, pink-luxe seating under that very extra chandelier.

ash.world ↗

Slows To Go

Restaurants

Barbecue without the wait: Slows To Go is the carryout-only offshoot of Detroit’s Slows Bar BQ, serving barbecue standards with all the classic sides, soups and salads without the sit-down wait.

slowsbarbq.com ↗

Detroit’s best businesses

Every spot worth knowing, in one place.

The restaurants, shops, and services the newsletter recommends, all in one place — every listing checked, and paid pins marked every time.

Browse Detroit’s best →

Most read in Detroit

The five stories Detroit readers clicked most this month, from the daily editions.

  1. Best Family-Friendly Labor Day Weekend Festivals in Metro Detroit – 2026

    Labor Day weekend is one of the biggest festival weekends of the year in Metro Detroit, with events including giant fairs, live music, parades, and family activities.

    Full story at littleguidedetroit.com ↗

  2. Detroit tornado confirmed, first in the city since 1997

    The National Weather Service confirmed a tornado touched down on Detroit's east side, marking the city's first in nearly three decades.

    Full story at audacy.com ↗

  3. Boblo boat on Detroit River reopens to the public as floating museum

    The SS Ste. Claire Boblo Boat, a floating museum on the Detroit River, is set to reopen as a public museum on Thursday, Sept.

    Full story at freep.com ↗

  4. Pistons Floated in Blockbuster 3-Team Trade for 9-Time All-Star

    The Detroit Pistons are reportedly considering a three-team trade for nine-time All-Star Kyrie Irving and Naji Marshall from the Dallas Mavericks, while the Golden State Warriors will also participate in the deal.

    Full story at heavy.com ↗

  5. FREE ADMISSION TO DETROIT CULTURAL INSTITUTIONS WITH MUSEUMS ON US®

    The Bank of America Museums on Us program offers free weekend general admission to Bank of American, Merrill, and Bank of of America Private Bank credit and debit cardholders at four cultural attractions in metro Detroit.

    Full story at community.metrotimes.com ↗

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