1. Take part in the 50th annual Michigan Student Film Festival.
  2. Participate in Life Remodeled's grand opening of the Durfee Community Innovation Center.
  3. Enjoy Detroit's downtown parks — specially activated for the FIRST robotics championship.
  4. Bring the family out to Spring Into Belle Isle Family Day.
  5. Attend the Red Bull House of Art's Sound + Vision show.
  6. Catch the last weekend of the Italian Film Festival USA in metro Detroit.
  7. Watch "The Big Lebowski" for free at Trumbull & Porter hotel.
  8. Pull up a chair at the "Last Sunday Supper" with executive chef Chris McClendon.
  9. Immerse yourself in vegan cooking at VegFest Vegan Tastefest & Expo.
  10. Check out new exhibits launching at the Birmingham Bloomfield Art Center.

Kickoff list from Crain's Detroit Business. Add your suggestions below.