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

Detroit Jazz Festival
Fri., Aug. 30, 6:40-10:30 p.m., Sat., Aug. 31, 1:15-10:30 p.m., Sun., Sept. 1, 12:15-10:30 p.m. and Mon., Sept. 2, 12-9 p.m.
Hart Plaza
1 Hart Plaza, Detroit
Free

For over 40 years, the Detroit Jazz Festival Foundation has celebrated Detroit’s rich history of jazz music by providing year-round concerts and educational programming, and of course, organizing the world’s largest free jazz festival, featuring world-class talent, over Labor Day weekend. [[313) 877-8057


In August It's All About the Music at the Penn Theatre - MUSCLE SHOALS
Thu., Aug. 29, 7-9 p.m. and Fri., Aug. 30, 7-9 p.m.
Penn Theatre
760 Penniman Rd., Plymouth
$5.00

In August It's All About the Music at the Penn Theatre This month long film festival features an exciting blend of feature films and documentaries - all including great music. Presented in collaboration with WSDP 88.1 FM The Park: MUSCLE SHOALS [[2013) - Rated PG - Running Time 1 hour 51 minutes A documentary featuring Rick Hall, the founder of FAME Studios in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, and the signature sound he developed in songs such as "I'll Take You There", "Brown Sugar", and "When a Man Loves a Woman". 7344530870



Opening Reception for “The Industrialist and the Seer”, artwork by Marat Paransky and Peter Dunn
Fri., Aug. 30, 5-8 p.m.
KickstART Gallery & Artisan Shop
23616 Farmington Road, FarmingtonOakland County

Join us at the KickstART Gallery for the opening reception for "The Industrialist and the Seer", a collection of works by Marat Paransky and Peter Dunn, on view at the KickstART Gallery from August 21st through September 28th, 2024. 248-468-5966




Meek, Mahadeva Kota, Pregnant Teenage Hospital, and Skin LIVE
Fri., Aug. 30, 5-9 p.m.
The Congregation Detroit
9321 Rosa Parks Blvd,, Detroit
$15

Live from The Congregation basement, Fellowship Hall: Mahadeva Kota [[solo), Meek, Pregnant Teenage Hospital, and Skin. Come down for a blend of rock and roll-style music. Meek [[Instagram) : @meek.band Mahadeva Kota [[Instagram): @mahadevakota111 Pregnant Teenage Hospital [[Instagram): @pregnantteenagehospital Skin [[Instagram): @sk1ntheband 3133075518




Magic Bag Presents: My Son The Hurricane
Fri., Aug. 30, 7 p.m.
Magic Bag
22920 Woodward Ave., FerndaleOakland County
$18




LoudFoxCult
Fri., Aug. 30, 7 p.m.
Sanctuary Detroit
2932 Caniff St., HamtramckDetroit
$15
Live/Concert




Doug E. Fresh
Fri., Aug. 30, 8 p.m.
The Aretha Franklin Amphitheatre
2600 E. Atwater St., Detroit
$50-$125
Live/Concert




SURF~FEST pt.1 w: The Hurricane Cyclone Tsunami Typhoons w/ Roland Remmington + DJ Stashu
Fri., Aug. 30, 9 p.m.
Bowlero Lanes & Lounge
4209 Coolidge Hwy., Royal OakOakland County

SURF~FEST w/ … a weekend of surf/punk/exotica/& instrumental music… PT. 1 **Wear a Hawaiian shirt or show your Arts, Beats & Eats wrist band to receive 10% off your entire tab!!** The Hurricane Cyclone Tsunami Typhoons with Roland Remmington in the lounge + Open bowling and pinball with DJ Stashu spinning an all-vinyl set in the lanes! Limited lanes available to book online in advance. Walk-ins welcome and wait times vary. All ages in the lanes w/ parent or guardian recommended for guests under 17. Free parking. [[248) 549-7500




Caffeine and Chrome – Classic Cars and Coffee at Gateway Classic Cars of Detroit
Sat., Aug. 31, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Gateway Classic Cars of Detroit
15000 N Commerce Dr., DearbornDetroit

Come one, come all! Time to celebrate our animals during Cause for Paws - Caffeine and Chrome. Cruise in with your classic vehicle and 4-legged friend in the passenger seat for coffee and pastries. Do not have a furry family member? That's okay; support one through the local animal shelter. Donations are welcomed. All makes and models [[pets too!) are welcome and open to the public. Visit one of our 20 showrooms from 9am to 12pm on Aug 31, 2024. Category: Community | Local / Community 6182713000



Michigan Renaissance Festival
Sat., Aug. 31, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Sun., Sept. 1, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Mon., Sept. 2, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Sat., Sept. 7, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Sun., Sept. 8, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Sat., Sept. 14, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Sun., Sept. 15, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Sat., Sept. 21, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Sun., Sept. 22, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Fri., Sept. 27, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Sat., Sept. 28, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. and Sun., Sept. 29, 9 a.m.-7 p.m.
Michigan Renaissance Festival
12600 Dixie Highway, HollyDetroit
$26.95

Join the villagers of Hollygrove as they invite one and all to the magical 16th Century European Village featuring 17 stages of exciting entertainment. Discount coupons are available at Kroger's and online. Enjoy over 100 artisans that will fill the Festival marketplace to display and sell their handcrafted goods for a truly fabulous and endless shopping experience. Please enjoy full-contact live armored jousting, musicians, magicians, and jugglers. Please come and experience our 7 theme weekends, and fabulous food fit for Royalty! Take advantage of our Royal Events that are happening daily during the Festival 248-634-5552




Candlelight: 90s Unplugged on Strings
Sat., Aug. 31, 6-7:15 p.m.
Frutig Farms
fr0m Romulus mi, Ann ArborDetroit
$36.00
Musical

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Ann Arbor. Get your tickets now to discover the music of 90s Unplugged on Strings at Frutig Farms under the gentle glow of candlelight. General Info Venue: Frutig Farms Dates and times: select your dates/times directly in the ticket selector Duration: 60 minutes [[doors open 30 mins prior to the start time and late entry is not permitted) Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult Accessibility: this venue is 402-249-2445




Mouthful of Locusts, Deeper Graves, Theta, Gutpile, Archimime
Sat., Aug. 31, 6 p.m.
Sanctuary Detroit
2932 Caniff St., HamtramckDetroit
$15
Live/Concert




Bikini Kill
Sat., Aug. 31, 7 p.m.
Royal Oak Music Theatre
318 W. Fourth St., Royal OakOakland County
Live/Concert
248-399-2980




Walk4Friendship
Sun., Sept. 1, 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m.
Friendship Circle
6892 Maple Road, West Bloomfield
Free

The Walk4Friendship is Friendship Circle's fundraiser and family fun event! Prepare for an extraordinary day of togetherness, entertainment, and support for our programs geared towards kids and adults with special needs. Following the walk, immerse yourself in a world of excitement with rides, entertainment, and delicious food. From thrilling attractions to engaging performances, there's something for everyone to enjoy. [[248) 788-7878; [[248) - [[FAX)




Detroit Sandwich Party
Sun., Sept. 1, 12-5 p.m.
Eastern Market - Shed 5
2932 Russell St., Detroit

Detroit Sandwich Party is a one-day festival for sandwich enthusiasts by sandwich enthusiasts in partnership with the North Corktown Neighborhood Association and Eastern Market Corporation. The summer Detroit Sandwich Party pays homage to the great sandwich makers of our beautiful city. Sandwich party-ers will have the opportunity to purchase as many small-format sandwiches as they’d like from all around Detroit. Anyone who enjoys eating sandwiches is welcome to join us in our revelry that will include music, drinks, and of course, many many sandwiches. The Party is free to attend. 3135839722




Inayah
Sat., Aug. 31, 8:30 p.m.
El Club
4114 W. Vernor Hwy., Detroit
Live/Concert





Design Core’s 14th Annual Detroit Month Of Design

Sept. 1-30, 12-10 p.m.
Design Core Offices
460 W. Baltimore Ave., Suite 100C, Detroit
Free

Every September, partners across Detroit—from emerging studios to established companies and educational institutions—come together to show off their latest works and ideas. These cross-disciplinary events take place in all corners of the city, highlighting the talent and innovation that makes Detroit a UNESCO City of Design. The 14th annual Detroit Month of Design, taking place September 1–30, 2024 features over 90 events and immersive design experiences including exhibitions, installations, studio visits, product launches, artist talks, tours, workshops and parties.




313 Comedy Show
Sundays, 7-8:30 p.m. Continues through Dec. 28
Detroit Shipping Company
474 Peterboro St., Detroit
Free

Your host to Live Comedy in The D. This show features rotating lineups of some of the best comedians in the country and globally. Shows are every Sunday at 7PM EST.