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Power Up Tour (AC/DC)

Corktown Music Festival

April 24th - 26th

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Various venues in Corktown, Detroit

The Corktown Music Festival is back! From April 24th to April 26th, enjoy performances from over 150 bands at nine different venues. This festival will highlight incredible music acts from all over Michigan, featuring a diverse range of styles, including punk, folk, rock, acoustic, a touch of country, and even hip-hop.

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Gestures of Remembrance

Fashion Revolution X Detroit Evening of the Arts

Thursday, April 24th from 5 pm - 10 pm

Andy Arts

Immerse yourself in a mindfully stitched evening of fashion, creativity and reflection. Enjoy a unique meditative installation featuring sound bowls and a special movement performance accompanied by live music at Andy Arts.

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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.

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Jurassic Park the Musical (Planet Ant Theatre)

Jurassic Park the Musical

April 25th - May 10th

Planet Ant Theatre

Get ready for a fun and lighthearted take on the beloved 1993 classic film, Jurassic Park! This hilarious parody brings back all your favorite characters—and even a few dinosaurs—promising a night full of nostalgia, laughter, and a sprinkle of existential dread. With its charmingly low-budget effects and a catchy lineup of original songs, Jurassic Park: The Musical has something for everyone. Whether you’re a longtime fan of the film or experiencing it for the first time, you’re sure to have a great time!

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Women Rock!

April 25th - April 27th

Orchestra Hall

Women truly rock in so many ways! The Detroit Symphony Orchestra, along with special guests will perform a concert dedicated to influential women in rockwho have left a lasting impact on music. The setlist features iconic rock hits from legends such as Carole King, Janis Joplin, Aretha Franklin, Pat Benatar, Tina Turner, and others.

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House of Tarot

April 25th - May 10th

Herman Kiefer Complex

Immerse yourself in four floors of art! The House of Tarot is an art installation featuring the work of 22 artists, each offering a unique representation of one of the 22 Major Arcana Tarot cards. Visitors will receive a reading and take a journey through the works, from room to room across four floors. This art experience opens Friday and will have special visitation hours through May 10th at the century-old Herman Kiefer Complex.

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Pottery by Rod Lloyd (Cherry Hill Artist Guild)

Art in Bloom: Spring Artisan Market

Saturday, April 26th from 10am - 5 pm

Village Arts Factory

Art in Bloom returns to the Village Arts Factory this Saturday! From 10 am-5 pm, you can explore featured studio artists, the Cherry Hill Potters Guild, arts + crafts vendors, artisanal wares, food trucks, concessions, live music and more! There will also be fun spring craft activities and a scavenger hunt with prizes for kids.

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Art in the Trees

Sunday, April 27th from 11 am - 3 pm

Palmer Park

This Sunday, Palmer Park will host the annual Art in the Trees art show, featuring large-scale sculptures, paintings, and music. This outdoor art show provides a unique opportunity to view yard art and meet the artists behind the creations. Attendees will have the chance to purchase artwork or commission a new piece.

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AWAKENED

April 11th - April 26th

Planet Ant Theatre

Do you believe in fairy tales? “Awakened” is a modern retelling of the classic tale of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. Loosely inspired by the original story from the Brothers Grimm, this narrative turns the traditional tale on its head and explores what happens after “happily ever after.”

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The Addams Family | A Musical Comedy

April 22nd - April 27th

Fox Theatre

Get ready for an unforgettable night at this spectacularly eerie musical that brings to life all of your favorite creepy and kooky characters! You won’t want to miss this extraordinary blend of hilarious thrills and chills! “The Addams Family: A Musical Comedy” will be performed at the Fox Theatre from April 22nd to April 27th. It’s a must-see for the whole family! In this story, Wednesday Addams is now all grown up and must introduce her very “normal” and sweet boyfriend to her parents.

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Dearborn Art Month

The Month of April

Downtown Dearborn

April is Art Month in Dearborn, celebrating arts, culture, and creative opportunities for both residents and visitors. This special month is organized by the Dearborn Recreation Commission and the Cultural Arts Committee with support from the Dearborn Community Fund. It features numerous mostly free and family-friendly events, programs, and activities throughout the city. Click learn more and view the calendar of events, which includes the Mayor’s Arts Awards ceremony and a special performance by the Dearborn Symphony.

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ACDC: Power Up Tour

Wednesdays, April 30th at 7pm

Ford Field

Excitement is in the air for millions of fans. The legendary Grammy Award-winning rock band AC/DC is on tour. This marks their first tour in nine years, traveling coast-to-coast to perform at 13 stadiums, including a stop in Detroit, for their Power Up North American Tour.

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Comedy shows to check out

Detroit Roasts Everybody (Detroit Houst of Comedy)

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Word Series of Comedy at One Night Stan’s Comedy Club

April 23rd - April 26th | Learn more!

Detroit Roasts Everybody at Detroit House of Comedy

Thursday, April 24th at 7:30pm | Learn more!

An Evening with Patrick Hinds at Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle

Thursday, April 24th at 7pm | Learn more!

David Dyer at Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase

April 24th - April 26th | Learn more!

Brad Wenzel at Independent Comedy Club

Thursday, April 24th at various times | Learn more!

The Sal & Bob Show at Genitti’s

Thursday, April 24th at 7pm | Learn more!

Michael Yo: Issa Truue! Tour at Magic Bag

Friday, April 25th at 6pm | Learn more!

Mike Cronin’s Big Dumb Showcase at Independent Comedy Club

Friday, April 25th at 9pm | Learn more!

Clowns & Crowns: Drag Comedy Show at Deep End Cafe

Friday, April 25th at 9pm | Learn more!

Jurassic Park: The Musical at Planet Ant

April 25th - May 10th | Learn more!

Stand-Up Comedy Show at Taylor Meadows Golf Club

Friday, April 25th at 6pm | Learn more!

Ian Bagg at Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle

April 25th - April 26th | Learn more!

Jessie Jetski Johnson at Detroit House of Comedy

April 25th - April 26th | Learn more!

Christian Johnson at The Comedy Bar

April 25th - April 26th | Learn more!

Darren Fleet at Punchline Comedy Lounge

April 25th - April 27th | Learn more!

Funny at Heart at 17330 Fenkell Ave, Detroit

Saturday, April 26th at 6pm | Learn more!

Heavy Flow: A Night of Dirty Joke at Independent Comedy Club

Saturday, April 26th at 9pm | Learn more!

Danae Hays: The First Time Tour at Masonic Cathedral Theatre

Saturday, April 26th at 7pm | Learn more!

Andy Woodhull at Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle

Sunday, April 27th at 6pm | Learn more!

Check out our Laugh List for more shows!


About the Author
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Laura is Local 4's Special Event Producer and author of the Go Guide. She has expertise in experiential, corporate and immersive event production, and loves supporting Detroit's vibrant art and culture scene.

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