Kickoff list culled from the MetroTimes. Add your suggestions below.

Modern Pakistani Dinner Party with Khana
When: Feb. 23 at 5:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.
Where: Frame, Hazel Park
What: A pop-up five-course meal
Who: Maryam Khan and foodies
Why: It’s the Detroit food pop-up’s first-ever five-course event. There will be a surprise menu of vegetarian and meat-eater options.


The Great Lakes Comic-Con
When: Feb. 23 from 5-9 p.m. and Feb. 24 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: Macomb Sports and Expo Center, Warren
What: A comics convention
Who: Special Guests include WWE Legend Honky Tonk Man Noah Hathaway, Steve Lavigne who played Atreyu in the NeverEnding Story, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles’ Jim Lawson and Noah Sult, among many others.
Why: If you’re a comics and pop culture nerd, this event is for you.


Dilla World Detroit
When: Feb. 23-25
Where: Across the city
What: A weekend of events honoring J Dilla’s 50th birthday
Who: Local artists, performers, and community members
Why: There will be a night of art and music at the MOCAD on Friday, a family bowling event plus a hip-hop showcase on Saturday, and a dance party on Sunday night.


360 Detroit Day
When: Feb. 24 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: The Congregation
What: A day of events
Who: 360 Detroit and community members
Why: There will be free Zumba, hustle dance, and art.




Culinary Art Show
When: Feb. 24 from 3-9 p.m.
Where: Neighborhood Grocery
What: A food-inspired art show
Who: Local artists India Solomon, Fifty, and Tony Rave, among others.
Why: To celebrate the intersection between food and art. Plus, there will be food available from local Ethiopian pop-up Konjo.


Black Like Me youth poetry and Pop-up shop
When: Feb. 24 from 4-8 p.m.
Where: Detroit Sip
What: A youth poetry contest and pop-up shop
Who: The Black Economic Exchange Group and local youth ages 5-19
Why: The subject of the poetry must surround Black history. The winner of the contest will receive $100, with a $50 prize for second place, and a $25 prize for third place.


Le Mélange de Gala
When: Feb. 24 from 6-9 p.m.
Where: Extra Crispy Studios
What: An immersive sensory museum
Who: Curated by Marshele Parker, also known as 29
Why: It definitely sounds interesting and unique. It’s a sensory museum that immerses people in fashion, live art, and Detroit's youngest techno talent.


Exclusive Screening: A Table of Our Own
When: Feb. 24 from 6:30-8 p.m.
Where: AMC Bel Air 10
What: A documentary about Black people and psychedelics
Who: Anyone interested in the topic
Why: The documentary ignites a powerful conversation about race, identity, spirituality, and the profound impact of psychedelics on the individual and society.


Gun Buy Back
When: Feb. 24 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: The Icon
What: A gun buyback, plus expungement and job fair
Who: Skilla Baby, Mary Sheffield, and Judge Tenisha Yancey
Why: To get guns off of the streets and clean as many records as possible.


Mid-Winter Market Day
When: Feb. 24 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: Next Chapter Books
What: A small business market
Who: Local vendors
Why: Support local businesses.


Edo Ramen House’s 6th anniversary
When: Feb. 24 from 7-11 p.m.
Where: Edo Ramen, Royal Oak
What: An anniversary and acoustic performance
Who: Performances by Vinnie Dombroski and other Detroit rock ‘n’ roll musicians
Why: To celebrate the restaurant’s 6th anniversary. Plus, there will be drink and food specials available for $6.


Palestine Fundraiser - Tattoos, Art, Self-Care
When: Feb. 25 from noon-3 p.m.
Where: Detroit Beauty Collective
What: A fundraiser
Who: Supporters of Palestine
Why: 100% of the proceeds will be donated to Care For Gaza or UNWRA.


Seize the Smoke Inaugural Celebrity Basketball Game
When: Feb. 25 from 1-5 p.m.
Where: Wayne State Fieldhouse
What: A charity event against gun violence
Who: To honor the life and legacy of aspiring Detroit rapper Khalil Amari Allen
Why: To promote a movement against gun violence that advocates for peace within the community.


Fireside Lovefest
When: Feb. 25 at 7 p.m.
Where: Big Pink
What: An R&B festival
Who: Local artists 904 Matcha, Raquel Soledad, B Free, Camilla Cantu, and many more.
Why: To celebrate love in all forms while supporting R&B singers in Detroit.