Tuesday, August 12, 2025

Win Tickets to See Linkin Park @ LCA

Who: Linkin Park w/ PVRIS

What: From Zero World Tour @ Little Caesars Arena on Thursday, August 14th, 2025

Tickets start at $53.85 in advance and they can be purchased here.

Or you can enter to win a pair!

How? Email your full name to hipindetroit@gmail.com with the subject line #LP

~C

Monday, August 11, 2025

Win Tickets to See Neil Young @ Pine Knob

Who: Neil Young & The Chrome Hearts w/ Reverend Billy & The Stop Shopping Choir

What: Love Earth Tour Live @ Pine Knob on Wednesday, August 13th, 2025

Tickets start at $80.40 in advance and they can be purchased here.

Or you can enter to win a pair!

How? Email your full name to hipindetroit@gmail.com with the subject line #Young


~C

Friday, August 8, 2025

Hip in Detroit's Picks for the Weekend: August 8th - 10th

Friday, August 8th - Shadow Show @ UFO Bar: Shadow Show hits the stage at UFO Bar this Friday night! Joining them are Mod Lang, Mirror Mask, and DJ Ben Van Camp (MRKT). Tickets are $15 and can be purchased in advance here. Things kick off at 8 PM and 21+ are welcome. 

Saturday, August 9th - The Messenger Birds @ The Loving Touch: The Messenger Birds have a new Grammy Award Winning Album out now! This Saturday night they're celebrating this big release at The Loving Touch, joining them are Bad Magnets and Gloomco. Tickets are $26.49 in advance and they can be purchased here. All ages are welcome and doors open at 7:30PM. Check out the new album, It's All A Blur, here.

Saturday, August 9th - Reware Vintage Anniversary Party: One of our favorite stores, Reware Vintage, is celebrating its 20th Anniversary! They're throwing a big ol' bash this Saturday night and you're invited! The first 20 shoppers will receive a $20 gift card, plus everyone will receive 20% off all day & night. There will also be great music from The Amino Acids, Big Life, Something is Waiting, and MEEK. The shop is open from noon - midnight, the show starts at 7 PM, and $10 gets you in once the show starts. Happy Anniversary Reware & Congratulations Beth! 

Friday, August 8th & Saturday, August 9th - Detroit Improv Festival: The Detroit Improv Festival takes over Downtown Ferndale this weekend! The fest kicked off Wednesday and runs through Saturday, bringing comedians and improv acts to The Orchid Theatre, The Magic Bag, and Go Comedy! There will also be workshops throughout the weekend, if you're looking to get into improv or want to improve your skills. Check out the full lineup for the weekend and get your tickets here


~C

Wednesday, August 6, 2025

Win Tickets to See Broncho @ St. Andrew's Hall


Who: Broncho

What: Playing St. Andrew's Hall on Sunday, August 10th, 2025

Tickets are $35.50 in advance and they can be purchased here.

Or you can enter to win a pair!

How? Email your full name to hipindetroit@gmail.com with the subject line #Broncho


~C

Monday, August 4, 2025

Roadkill Nights Returns to Pontiac this Weekend

Roadkill Nights returns to the streets of Downtown Pontiac this Saturday night! Now in its 10th year, the one day event will feature drag racing, classic & modern muscle cars on display, exhibition runs on the drag strip, car culture influencers & celebrities, and more. Basically, it's every car enthusiasts dream! On top of the wheels, there will also be family friendly activities, food trucks, and vendors.

The event goes from 10 AM - 9 PM and tickets start at just $25, plus kids 12 & under get in free. Get your tickets here

To help get the word out about this big event coming to Downtown Pontiac, our friends at The Crofoot have teamed up with us to run an amazing contest! Head over to our Instagram page and follow the rules on our Roadkill Nights post. Tag a friend in the comments that you think should know about the event, and then share the post in your story tagging us (@hipindetroit). Then, you'll be entered to win a pair of tickets to any show on the books at The Crofoot this year! You pick! So head over & enter! 


~C

Friday, August 1, 2025

Hip in Detroit's Picks for the Weekend: August 1st - 3rd, 2025

Friday, August 1st - The Lucid Furs @ Flamingo Vintage: It's the first Friday of the month and that means it's time to head to Flamingo Vintage! This month, their First Fridays show features The Lucid Furs and Sonic Smut. Cover is $5, BYOB, and bring some extra spending money because they're offering 20% off storewide. Things kick off at 8:30 PM. 


Friday, August 1st - Comedy @ The Congregation: This Friday is comedy night at the Congregation! Get ready to laugh your butt off because Chloe Mikala is hitting the stage along with Brett Mercer and Rio Riojas! Sarah Lynn will be your host for the evening. Doors open at 7 PM and the show starts at 7:30 PM. Don't be late! Tickets are $15 in advance or $20 at the door. Get tickets and more info here. 


Friday, August 1st - Gusher @ 27th Letter Books/Gingko Records: We've told you to go see Gusher lots of other times before and here's another great chance! Friday night they will be playing 27th Letter Books/Gingko Records along with WRKT.FM and Day Residue. Doors open at 8 PM and Gusher is kicking off the show, so get there early! Cover is $10 at the door.


Saturday, August 2nd - Hamtramck Night Bazaar: Head to the Pope this Saturday night for the Hamtramck Night Bazaar. This monthly market will feature vendors selling everything from vintage wares to food at Pope Park in Hamtramck. The market is open from 4 PM - 9 PM. So head down before you go out for the night or make an afternoon of it. 


Sunday, August 3rd - Corktown Farm & Flea: Across town, there's another market and this one is open weekly! The Corktown Farm & Flea takes place on Sundays from 9 AM - 4 PM at Summertown. This week's market will feature about a dozen vendors selling produce, honey, clothing, and even doing Tarot readings. Check out the full list of vendors here



~C

Thursday, July 31, 2025

Win Tickets to See The Struts @ The Fillmore Detroit

Who: The Struts w/ Dirty Honey

What: Celebrating the 10 Year Anniversary of Everybody Wants Live @ The Fillmore Detroit on Monday, August 4th, 2025

Tickets start at $48.25 in advance and they can be purchased here.

Or you can enter to win a pair!

How? Email your full name to hipindetroit@gmail.com with the subject line #Struts


~C

Win Tickets to See Scene Queen @ St. Andrew's Hall

Who: Scene Queen w/ Girli and Deadlands

What: Performing Live @ St. Andrew's Hall on Sunday, August 3rd, 2025

Tickets are $40.25 in advance and they can be purchased here.

Or you can enter to win a pair!

How? Email your full name to hipindetroit@gmail.com with the subject line #Queen


~C


Win Tickets to See Katy Perry @ Little Caesars Arena

 

Who: Katy Perry w/ Cheat Codes

What: The Lifetimes Tour Live @ Little Caesars Arena on Sunday, August 3rd, 2025

Tickets start at $69.62 in advance and they can be purchased here.

Or you can enter to win a pair!

How? Email your full name to hipindetroit@gmail.com with the subject line #Katy


~C

Tuesday, July 29, 2025

Win Tickets to See Cyndi Lauper @ Pine Knob


Who: Cyndi Lauper w/ Jake Wesley Rogers

What: Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Farewell Tour @ Pine Knob on Friday, August 1st, 2025

Tickets start at $57.70 in advance and they can be purchased here.

Or you can enter to win a pair!

How? Email your full name to hipindetroit@gmail.com with the subject line #Fun


~C

Win Tickets to See In This Moment @ GLC Live at 20 Monroe in Grand Rapids


Who: In This Moment w/ Wargasm, Kat Von D and The Pretty Wild

What: Hell Hath No Fury Tour @ GLC Live at 20 Monroe on Saturday, August 2nd, 2025

Tickets start at $66 in advance and they can be purchased here.

Or you can enter to win a pair!

How? Email your full name to hipindetroit@gmail.com with the subject line #InThisMoment


~C

Win Tickets to See Barenaked Ladies w/ Sugar Ray and Fastball @ Pine Knob


Who: Barenaked Ladies w/ Sugar Ray and Fastball

What: Last Summer on Earth Tour @ Pine Knob on Saturday, August 2nd, 2025

Tickets start at $43.65 in advance and they can be purchased here.

Or you can enter to win a pair!

How? Email your full name to hipindetroit@gmail.com with the subject line #ladies


~C

Monday, July 28, 2025

Win Tickets to See The Acacia Strain @ St. Andrew's Hall


Who: The Acacia Strain w/ Bodysnatcher, Ingrown, Tribal Gaze, No Cure

What: Playing St. Andrew’s Hall on Tuesday, July 29th, 2025

Tickets are $39.50 in advance and they can be purchased here.

Or you can enter to win a pair!

How? Email your full name to hipindetroit@gmail.com with the subject line #strain


~C

Friday, July 25, 2025

Hip in Detroit's Picks for the Weekend: July 25th - 27th

Friday, July 25th - Eye Love Art Exhibit @ The Loving Touch: The Loving Touch is hosting an art show this Friday night! There will be makers, specialty cocktails, and all vinyl DJ sets. Some of the artists that will be featured include Muraleater, HELLCAMINO, Idilico Jewelry, and more. Admission is free, and doors open at 7 PM.

Friday, July 25th - Blackout BBQ @ The Magic Stick: Black Iris Booking brings Blackout BBQ back to the Magic Stick this Friday night! This time around, the bill includes New Bomb Turks, The Drowns, and Sabert Tooth Gary. There will also be great food on the Alley Deck. Doors open at 6 PM and all ages are welcome.


Friday, July 25th - Sunday, July 27th - Stroh Down @ Outer Limits: Head to Outer Limits this weekend for 3 days of fun at Stroh Down! There will be live music, food, and even a flea market on Sunday. Some of the bands playing include Human Eye, Deadbeat Beat, Credit Card, and more. Cover is $15 per day. Doors open at 7 PM on Friday and Saturday and 1 PM on Sunday. Get all of the details here

Saturday, July 26th - Voyag3r @ Small's: Voyag3r brings their spooky synth sounds to Small's this Saturday night! They will be joined by Stormfeldt, Warhorses, and Forge The Sun (acoustic set). Cover is $10, doors open at 7 PM, and the music starts at 8 PM. 

Saturday, July 26th - Threads of Time @ The Fisher Building: Head to the beautiful Fisher Building this Saturday for Threads of Time: A Detroit Vintage Market. There will be vendors selling everything from vintage clothing and jewelry, to antique homewares. Admission is free and the market is open from 11 AM - 5 PM. 



~C