Kickoff list culled from Hour Detroit. Add your suggestions below.
Movement Music Festival
This electronic music festival celebrates Detroit’s contributions to the genre with six stages featuring more than 115 musical acts. This year’s lineup includes Stacey Hotwaxx Hale, DJ Sphinx, Sama Abdulhadi, Boys Noize, Soul Clap, and many others. May 24-26. General admission tickets are $365.45 for general admission, $449 for VIP admission. Hart Plaza, 1 Hart Plaza, Detroit; movementfestival.com.
Yacht Rock Putting Party
Celebrate the start of summer with live music, High Noon tastings, putting competitions, and more. May 23. No cost for admission. Saint John’s Resort, 44045 Five Mile Road, Plymouth; facebook.com.
International Gem & Jewelry Show
America’s longest-running, direct-to-consumer jewelry show is back for its 58th year with a large selection of stones, beads, and jewelry from exhibitors like Absolute Jewelry Mfg., Avaninee Jewels, Golden Treasure, Silver Planet, and many more. Children under 9 not permitted. May 23-25. $6-$8 general admission. Suburban Collection Showplace, 46100 Grand River Ave., Novi; intergem.com.
Royal Oak Beer, Wine & Cocktail Festival
Built in 1939 to honor Michigan Armed Forces members, Memorial Park provides opportunities for community events and family fun at the home of the Royal Oak Leprechauns Great Lakes Summer Collegiate League Team. Sample craft beers, wines, and cocktails from 6-9 p.m. with live entertainment and food trucks. This is a 21+ only event and a valid photo ID must be presented. May 24. Tickets start at $30. Memorial Park Royal Oak, 31050 Woodward Ave., Royal Oak; eventbrite.com.
Crunkfest Takeover
97.9 WJLB presents this show featuring performances by Lil Jon, B-Legit, Uncle Luke, Yung Joc, Lil Scrappy, and YoungBloodz. May 24. $110+. Fox Theatre, 2211 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 313presents.com.
Blake’s Hard Cider Co. Sauce Off
Back for its 2nd year, Blake’s Sauce Off pits 20 locally-made sauces against one another to determine which is the best. In addition to tasting the sauces, you’ll get to sip on ciders and enjoy live music. May 24. $23-$38. Blake’s Orchard & Cider Mill, 17985 Armada Center Road, Armada; blakefarms.com.
St. Clair Shores Memorial Day Parade
This 72nd annual processions steps off at Harper Ave. and Nine Mile Road, making its way north to 11 Mile Road. Enjoy marching bands, city vehicles, floats, and more in honor of our nation’s fallen veterans. May 25. Free. St. Clair Shores area; scsparade.org.
The Beach Boys
The band that brought California vibes to the rest of the world perform some of their greatest hits including “Surfin USA,” “Fun, Fun, Fun,” and “Good Vibrations.” May 25. $30+. Meadow Brook Amphitheatre, 3554 Walton Blvd., Rochester Hills; 313presents.com.
Founders Day Celebration 2025
The Motown Museum is celebrating 40 years of preserving Motown music with a festival that includes music by Nick Speed and Hitsville NEXT artists, food trucks, face painting, and more. May 25. No cost for admission. Rocket Plaza, Detroit; motownmuseum.org.
Kensington Metropark Art Fair
Approximately 100 juried artists from across the country are showcasing their best work at this annual art show. View the work on display and maybe purchase a new piece for your home. There will also be hands-on activities and a variety of food trucks on site. No cost for admission to the event, but a $10 Metroparks vehicle pass is required. May 24-26. Kensington Metropark, 4570 Huron River Parkway, Milford; kensingtonartfair.com.
Sterling Heights Memorial Day Parade
With the theme “We Are One: Honoring Our Past, Uniting Our Future,” this 46th annual parade is an opportunity to commemorate lost military members as a community. Activities begin at 9 a.m. May 26. Free. City Center Courtyard, 40555 Utica Road, Sterling Heights; sterling-heights.net.
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