Here are 12 things to do in the Detroit metropolitan area this weekend
Kevin Nealon in Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle
Actor and comedian Kevin Nealon will be onstage at Mark Ridley’s this weekend doing stand-up comedy. Nealon is known for his work on “Saturday Night Live” and “Weeds” and recently wrote a book called “I Exaggerate: My Brushes with Fame,” which is part memoir and part art book. Thursday, 7:30 p.m., Friday, 7:15 and 9:45 p.m. and Saturday, 7 and 9:30 p.m. $30. 310 S. Troy, Royal Oak. (248) 542-9900. Comedycastle.com.
Itinerant Science Program at the Michigan Science Center
Aramco Americas and the Michigan Science Center are co-hosting a free outdoor event featuring live science demonstrations, hands-on activities and giveaways. The first 250 attendees will receive free admission to the museum and the first 400 will receive additional free gifts. Friday, 10 a.m.-noon. Free. 5020 John R, Detroit. (313) 577-8400. Mi-sci.org.
Brighton Street Art Fair in Brighton city centre
Browse this collection of fine art from over 150 artists at this outdoor event. There will also be live music, activities for children and hands-on activities. There is also good parking and restaurants and shops nearby. Friday 5pm-8pm, Saturday 10am-8pm and Sunday 10am-4pm. Free entry. Brighton city centre. Brightonstreetartfair.com.
Bret Michaels Parti-Gras 2.0 at Pine Knob
Poison frontman Bret Michaels is joined this time by former Eagles guitarist Don Felder, Chris Janson, Twisted Sister leader Dee Snider and Lou Graham, the original singer of Foreigner, for an evening of rock radio hits from the 1970s, 1980s and 1990s. Friday, 7 p.m. Starting at $25. 33 Bob Seger Blvd., Clarkston. 313) 471-7000. 313presents.com.
“Applause?” at the Ringwaldtheater
Based on the film All About Eve, “Applause?” is a rarely performed Tony Award-winning production that originally ran on Broadway in the 1970s. The Ringwald Theatre is offering only four performances this week in its space at the Affirmations Community Center. 8 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 3 p.m. Sun. and 8 p.m. Mon. $15-$25. 290 W. Nine Mile, Ferndale. Theringwald.com.
Made in Michigan Festival at Canterbury Village
Shop local at this fifth annual festival. Locally made jewelry, home decor, clothing, food and even pet supplies are on offer. In addition to browsing the festival vendors, browse the quaint shops in Canterbury Village. There’s plenty to eat, too, including barbecue, craft beer, cider and cocktails. Sat.-Sun. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Admission $4-$5 for ages 13 and up. 2359 Joslyn Ct. Lake Orion. (248) 259-9749. Canterburyvillage.com.
Hazel Park Art Fair at Green Acres Park
This annual arts festival in the shady, tree-filled Green Acres Park has something for everyone. Among the 100 artists showcasing their talents are pottery from the Clawson Clay Guild, nature paintings by Anthony Brass, and demonstrations and performances by the Shadow Circus and D3 Circus Troupe. There are also items for young children, a wishing tree, food trucks and a beer tent. Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free. Lennox near Woodward Heights, Hazel Park.
Clawson Fest on Main Street
Clawson Fest is a day-long celebration of artisan food and drink, live music and local artisans. It is an annual event sponsored by Weiss Distillery. The town’s social district will be filled with 100 eclectic vendors, live bands, a kids’ area and plenty to eat and drink. Saturday 12:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. Free admission. Main Street in Clawson. Clawsonfest.com.
“Raiders of the Lost Ark” at the Redford Theatre
See this classic 1981 Indiana Jones film for free in 35mm format, courtesy of Pluto TV. Each screening will give away 400 free tickets on the website and another 100 at the box office. Use coupon code PLUTO at online checkout. The PG-rated film runs one hour and 45 minutes. Saturday, 2 and 8 p.m. and Sunday, 2 p.m. Free, or $7 for general admission and $5 for seniors and children. 17360 Lahser, Detroit. redfordtheatre.com.
Summer Soul 2014 at Featherstone Garden
Enjoy an evening of live music, food and shopping at this neighborhood festival hosted by Kay Bae and featuring performances by Brittney B. Hayden, Drey Skonie, TrealWorld, Anitra Chery and more. Saturday, 5 p.m.-9 p.m. $20. 600 Plum, Detroit. eventbrite.com/e/summer-soul-2024-tickets-946933592867.
Planet D Nonet at Cadieux Café
Detroit-based jazz group Planet D Nonet is celebrating the release of its latest vinyl album, a tribute to Duke Ellington called “Echoes of Harlem: A Salute to Duke Ellington Vol. 2.” While touring for the previous CD, “Blues to Be There: A Salute to Duke Ellington,” Planet D Nonet continued to add new hits to their repertoire and realized last summer that they had enough material for a second album. Sun. 4 p.m. $10. 4300 Cadieux, Detroit. (313) 882-8560. Cadieuxcafe.com.
The Roots at the Michigan Lottery Amphitheater
Philadelphia’s 11-member hip-hop group The Roots brings its “Hip Hop is the Love of My Life” tour to Sterling Heights this weekend, with special opening guests Arrested Development and Digable Planets. The Roots were formed in the late 1980s by Black Thought and Questlove and can currently be seen nightly on NBC as the house band for “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.” Sunday, 8 p.m. $35 and up. 14900 Metro Parkway, Sterling Heights. (313) 471-7000. 313presents.com.
Melody Baetens
