Hip in Detroit's Picks for the Weekend - August 29th - September 1st

We already told you about the Sandwich Party at Eastern Market! Here are some other fun things happening this weekend! 

Saturday, August 30th - Monday, September 1st - Hamtramck Labor Day Festival: This is our DO NOT MISS event of the weekend! In fact, we shouldn't even bother writing about anything else, that's how good this festival is! Admission is free, there are 2 stages of amazing music, there's wrestling, great food, a carnival, vendors, and more! Don't forget to head down early on Monday for the Hamtramck Canoe Races too! Throw water balloons, shoot water guns, and cheer on your favorite bars of Hamtramck as they race down Joseph Campau starting at noon. The whole weekend's schedule is packed with awesomeness, check it out here! The fun goes from about noon - 10 PM daily, and don't miss all of the fun after parties around town too (especially Small's on Saturday night with The Amino Acids and Carjack)! 

Friday, August 29th - Lady Gaga Mayhem Rave @ The Loving Touch: Lady Gaga's Mayhem Tour is hitting big cities across the country, but sadly it isn't making its way to Detroit. But, if you still want to dance and sing your favorite Gaga songs with a bunch of fellow fans, head to The Loving Touch this Friday night for the Lady Gaga Mayhem Rave! Throw on your favorite Gaga inspired outfit, grab your crew, and head to Ferndale! DJ Djinjo is the host for the night. Tickets are $22 + fees and can be purchased here. The party starts at 8 PM.

Saturday, August 30th - Crew Fest @ Tangent Gallery: The first ever Crew Fest will take place at the Tangent Gallery this Saturday! Put on by Kat & Crew, this event will bring together bands, food, drinks, artists, vendors, and punks of all kinds for one unforgettable day of music and mayhem. There are over 10 bands playing and over 30 small businesses involved. Bands include No Vision, Come Out Fighting, The Warped Tourists, Carmel Liburdi, and more. Check out the full lineup here. The fun goes from 2 PM - 11 PM and tickets are $15 + fees. Get yours here. 

Sunday, August 31st - Over Easy w/ Eddie Logix @ Kelly's: Start your day off at Kelly's this Sunday afternoon, or take a break from the Labor Day Fest and head over to Kelly's this Sunday afternoon! Over Easy will welcome Eddie Logix to the booth this weekend out on the patio. Admission is free and things kick off at 3 PM. 

~C

Space Dive Brings the Mos Eisley Cantina to Detroit this May

Photo Credit: Space Dive

May the fourth is almost here and that means it's time for Space Dive to transform Tangent Gallery into a galaxy far far away. The legendary event will take place over two weekends this year, for a total of five days, May 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 9th, and 10th.

Space Dive is a one-of-a-kind immersive costume party inspired by the Mos Eisley Cantina. The event features full-sized spaceships, droids, holograms, vendors, live music, themed food and cocktails, nerf blaster fights, and much more, all centered around the cantina itself, straight out of the film. Once you step foot onto the Tangent's property, you feel like you've been transformed right onto the set of the movies. This is do not miss event for any Star Wars fan!

Photo Credit: Space Dive

This year's adult only events will take place all five nights, from 7 PM - 2 AM. 21+ are welcome. Costumes for these events are mandatory, but don't let that intimidate you! While some attendees will have movie quality costumes on, you can easily fit right in by throwing on some things you have in your closet. Jumpsuits, scarves, boots, goggles, solid neutral colored clothes, bomber jackets, they'll all work. So have fun with it! There's even a helpful costume guide available over on the Space Dive website.

If you don't want your kids to miss out on the fun, Space Dive also offers family days on Saturday, May 3rd and 10th. These events are held from 11 AM - 4 PM, and costumes are still encouraged, but not mandatory. Admission for kids is free and adults is $10. Tickets are available at the door, with no presale for these events. 

For tickets and everything that you need to know about Space Dive, head over to SpaceDive313.com and make sure you're following them on Instagram too!

~C

Hip in Detroit's Picks for the Weekend - November 29-December 1, 2024

Friday, November 29th - Krampus Ball @ Tangent Gallery: Christmas may be right around the corner, but it's time to celebrate Krampus this Friday night! The Detroit Krampus Ball will feature live music, drag & burlesque performances, kink, and more. Think Theatre Bizarre, but Krampus themed! Costumes are mandatory for this immersive event, get tips on what to wear here. Tickets are $57.10, the event goes from 8:30 PM - 2 AM, and 21+ are welcome.

Saturday, November 30th - Naughty or Nice Pop-Up Holiday Market: The Naughty or Nice Pop-Up Holiday Market is making shopping local easier this Small Business Saturday! Head to the Royal Oak Farmers Market to shop with over 60 local vendors and makers, selling nice and naughty gifts for everyone on your list. Check out the full list of vendors here. There will also be food trucks on site and adult beverages for purchase. Cover is $10 at the door and the market is open from 5 PM - 11 PM. You can also win a pair of tickets to the market here. 

Saturday, November 30th - Frank White and The Warped Tourists @ Small's: Sing along to your favorite pop punk tunes with The Warped Tourists this Saturday night at Small's! Frank White will also be playing along with No Vision and Phyrxian Sun. Cover is $15 and doors open at 7 PM. 

Saturday, November 30th - Esham @ Harpo's: Head over to the east side this Saturday night for a show at Harpo's, that we're sure will be a good time! The lineup includes Esham, The Amino Acids, Wiccans, and The Hatchetman Project. Tickets are $30 in advance or $35 at the door. Get yours here. Doors open at 6 PM and 18+ are welcome. 

~C

Hip in Detroit's Picks for the Weekend: May 10 -12, 2024

We already told you about Space Dive taking over Tangent Gallery this Friday and Saturday! Here are some other fun things we think you should check out this weekend! 

Friday, May 10th - Extra Arms Release Show @ The Lexington: Extra Arms has a new album out and they're celebrating the release this Friday night at The Lexington! Norcos Y Horchata also has a new 7" out, so they're joining in on the party, making it a dual release show! Also joining them for the night is DJ Alex Kish. Doors open at 8 p.m. and it's a free show! Check out Extra Arms' new album Radar here. Listen to Norcos Y Horchata's new 7" Unkind Sometimes here. 

Friday, May 10th - Sunday, May 12th - Ferndale Vintage Fashion Market: The Ferndale Vintage Fashion Market returns to the Rust Belt Market this weekend! Shop for new to you threads with over 20 vendors. Admission is free. Hours are Friday noon - 7 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m. - 7 p.m, and Sunday 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Saturday, May 11th & Sunday, May 12th - Utica Antiques Market: Speaking of shopping, if you're into antiques or weird stuff, don't miss the Utica Antiques Market this weekend! The market brings dozens of vendors together at the K of C Picnic Grounds on 21 Mile Road off Van Dyke. You'll find furniture, records, taxidermy, and everything in between. The market is open on Saturday from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sunday from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Admission is $10 per day, but if you attend Saturday you can get a wristband to come back Sunday for free! This is a great event to take your mom to if you're looking for something to do with her for Mother's Day this weekend, plus kids 15 and under get in for free!

Friday, May 10th & Saturday, May 11th - Spot Lite 3 Year Anniversary Weekend: Spot Lite is turning 3 and they're celebrating with a big bash all weekend! There are over a dozen DJs each night plus drink specials and prizes. Tickets for each night are $5 in advance or $10 at the door. Get yours in advance here. 21+ are welcome and the party goes from 6 p.m. - 2 a.m. 

~C

Space Dive - The Ultimate Experience for Any Star Wars Fan

Last weekend, Space Dive transported Star Wars fans to Detroitooine for the night! The annual event transforms Tangent Gallery into a setting from a galaxy far far away, making party goers feel like they've walked right onto the set of their favorite Star Wars movie. The mandatory costume policy adds to the effect, making this a truly out of this world experience. 

This year Space Dive has expanded the fun to two weekends. So, if you missed out on attending on May 3rd or May the 4th, you still have another chance to attend on May 10th or 11th. On Friday and Saturday night, the party goes from 7 p.m. - 2 a.m. and 21+ are welcome. Tickets are $50 and we highly suggest purchasing yours online here. Costumes are mandatory for the evening events, but don't let that intimidate you! Space Dive has a handy guide on their Instagram that will help you come up with an awesome costume by heading to the thrift store or even by raiding your closet. 

If you have kids that are into Star Wars or the $50 ticket price and mandatory costumes are a little much for you, head to Space Dive on Saturday afternoon for their family friendly event. This goes from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m., kids are free, and adults are only $10. Costumes aren't mandatory for the daytime event, but are still encouraged. 

We had the pleasure of checking out Space Dive for the first time on May the 4th and had an absolute blast! Head over to our Instagram to see more photos and a recap from the night! 

~C

Hip In Detroit's Picks for the Weekend: September 22-24

We already told you about the DIY Street Fair and all of the fun happening in Ferndale this weekend! Here are some other fun things that you should check out. 

Saturday, September 23rd - Cat Party @ Tangent Gallery: The third annual Cat Party will take over Tangent Gallery this Saturday afternoon! Punx for Paws will bring together over a dozen bands, DJs, vendors, and more to raise money for local cats. The lineup includes bands like Hillbilly Knife Fight, Death Cat, Jeta, Solar Drip, Fake ICP, and more. Plus KO Prints will be on site screen printing shirts, there will be food, raffles, magic, comedy, and a whole lot of fun. Cover is $20 and proceeds from this event will benefit Detroit Alley Cats and All About Animals. The fun goes from 2 p.m. - 2 a.m.

Saturday, September 23rd - Motor City Haunt Club's Haunted Garage Sale: Spooky season is right around the corner, or for some of us it's already here! Spruce up your decorations and get in the spirit at the 18th annual Haunted Garage Sale! The event will take place at the Ford Community & Performing Arts Center in Dearborn and admission is only $5. Once you're inside, shop with vendors "offering handmade, new and used goods to haunt your home, decorate for your Halloween bash, or add to your existing collection". Over 70 vendors will be in attendance, so make sure you give yourself plenty of time to shop! The sale goes from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Sunday, September 24th - Gimmie Gimmie Gimmie Record Show @ The Sanctuary: A couple of times a year, the Gimmie Gimmie Gimmie Record Show takes over The Sanctuary and one of those times is this Sunday. Head to Hamtramck to shop some of the best record collections in the area along with music and movie memorabilia and other cool stuff. Admission is free, all ages are welcome, and the fun goes from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. For those that are 21+, the bar will be open too, if you want to sip while you shop. 

~C

Showdown in Chuckletown: A Punk Rock, Comedy, and Wrestling Extravaganza

 

Are you ready for an electrifying night of punk music, wrestling, and comedy? Brace yourself for the ultimate Showdown in Chuckletown, an event that will blow your mind and rock your world like never before!

Picture this - three of Detroit's most savage bands, Hayley & the Crushers, BURN mARALAGO, and SUCC, stepping into the ring to pummel your eardrums and unleash a torrent of rock & roll madness! These musicians are ready to give you a piledriver of raw energy that'll leave you breathless!

And that's not all, folks! After the epic band battle, get ready for the main event, a matchup made in the fiery depths of hell! They've got "The Important One" from BURN mARALAGO taking on the daring duo of Sleazy & Psycho from Hot Talent Buffet! It's gonna be a no-holds-barred, no-DQ showdown that'll make your head spin! 

This spectacular punk rock, comedy, and pro wrestling extravaganza, aptly named "Showdown In Chuckletown," is set to ignite the stage at the Tangent Gallery on August 13th. It's a night you won't want to miss!

So, mark your calendars, tell your friends, and grab your tickets before they're gone! You don't want to be the one hearing about all the epic fun afterward. 

~S

Hip In Detroit's Picks for the Weekend: May 5-7

We already told you about Spring STUNR Fest at Small's! Here are some other fun things happening this weekend! 

Friday, May 5th & Saturday, May 6th - Space Dive @ Tangent Gallery: Every year on May the 4th (also known by many as Star Wars Day) the Tangent Gallery transforms into Mos Eisley Cantina. When you enter the space, you'd think you're right in A New Hope because not only is the space out of this world, but everyone around you is dressed head to toe as a character from Star Wars. If this sounds right up your alley, head to Space Dive at the Tangent this Friday or Saturday night! Presale tickets are sold out, but there will be some available at the door. Costumes are a must and $35 gets you in. The party goes from 7 p.m. - 2 a.m. on Friday and Saturday night and 21+ are welcome. There's also a Family Day on Saturday afternoon from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Kids get in to that event for free and adults are $5. Get all of the details at SpaceDive313.com.

Friday, May 5th - Sunday, May 7th - Eastern Palace Cantina: If you want to get in on the Star Wars Celebration, but Space Dive is a little too over the top for you, head to Eastern Palace in Hazel Park instead. If you're interested in celebrating Cinco de Mayor or the Kentucky Derby, they've got you covered for those too! Eastern Palace is going to be celebrating all three all weekend long with special drinks, décor, and more. Smoked Lotus BBQ will be serving up food all three days too! The fun starts at 4 p.m. daily and you have to be 21+ to get in after 8. 

Friday, May 5th - Brat Pack Party @ The High Dive: Step into the '80s at The High Dive in Hamtramck this Friday night! They will be hosting Brat Pack Friday, an 80's dance party and vintage pop-up. Six local vintage vendors will be popping up, including Old Soul Vintage and Fleatroit, and Ash from Haute to Death will be providing the tunes. Party goers are encourage to dress the part and $5 will get them in the door. 21+ are welcome and the fun goes from 7 p.m. - midnight. 

Saturday, May 6th - 12 Hour Party @ Marble Bar: This Saturday night, the party starts at 9 p.m. at Marble Bar and it doesn't stop until 9 a.m.! Music will be live across two stages for the night, with featured sets from Planet of the Drums, DJ N Fox, and Earth Beat. Tickets are $27.15 and can be purchased in advance here. 21+ are welcome. 

Sunday, May 7th - Gusher @ City Club: A few weeks ago, Gusher reminded us why you have to get to shows early when they opened for Child Bite. We know, we've mentioned them a couple of times lately, but we're telling you again that you need to check this band out! This Sunday, they will be playing at City Club (yes, City Club) with Checker and Tunic from Canada. Doors open at 7 p.m., the music starts at 8, and $10 gets you in. We know you've been wanting to go to City Club again, so here's your excuse! Head over to Bandcamp to check out Gusher here. Give Tunic a listen here and check out Checker here. 

Don't forget, this Saturday is also Free Comic Book Day! So swing by your local comic book store and see what's up for grabs this year! Get more info here. 

~C

Hip in Detroit's Picks for the Weekend: September 16-18

We already told you about Frankenfest happening this Saturday at Fort Wayne! Here are some other fun things going on this weekend! 

Saturday, September 17th - PJ's End of an Era Free Show #5 @ PJ's Lager House: In case you somehow haven't heard, PJ has sold the Lager House and will soon be turning over the keys to a new owner. Before he leaves, he's been throwing some epic free shows, with the fifth installment happening this Saturday. This week's lineup includes The Cult of Spaceskull, Detroit442, Tin Foil, Screw, and Haf-Life. Cover is free, doors open at 7 p.m., and Haf-Life kicks things off at 7:30. 

Saturday, September 17th - CAT PARTY @ Tangent Gallery: This Saturday, it's all about the kitty cats at Tangent Gallery! Punx for Paws is holding a benefit for Detroit Alley Cats with live music, art, DJs, vendors, and more. Some of the acts performing include Caveman & Bam Bam, Dr. Haj, and The Hourlies. The event goes all day, from 2 p.m. - 2 a.m. and cover is $20. 

Sunday, September 18th - Murphy's Law @ Small's: New York Hardcore band Murphy's Law will hit the stage at Small's this Sunday night! They will be joined by Death In Custody, Super Devil, and Last Call In Jonestown. Tickets are $15 in advance or $18 at the door. Purchase your tickets online here. All ages are welcome and doors open at 6:30 p.m.

~C

Hip in Detroit's Picks for the Weekend - May 6-8

Mother's Day is this Sunday, May 8th. If your mom is still around, don't forget to give her a call and wish her Happy Mother's Day! 

Friday, May 6th - Bagley Central's 3 Year Anniversary: One of our favorite bars in town, Bagley Central, is celebrating their 3 year anniversary this week! Friday night they will have live music with a great lineup. The bill includes Rough Patch, Hell Dollar, Red Devil Riders, Toeheads, and DJ Marcie Bolen. Cover is only $8 and the fun starts at 8 p.m. There are also drink specials all week to celebrate!

Friday, May 6th - Feisty Femme Fatale Takeover @ Small's: Spend your Friday night with some feisty female fronted bands at Small's! Tiger Sex, Macho, and The Cult of Spaceskull will all be hitting the stage. Cover is $10 and doors open at 8 p.m.

Friday, May 6th - Mustard Plug @ The Loving Touch: Skank the night away this Friday night with Mustard Plug at The Loving Touch! They will be joined by The Pilfers and Dance Contraption. Cover is $18 and all ages are welcome. Doors open at 7 p.m.

Saturday, May 7th - Space Dive Family Day @ The Cantina: If you're a fan of Star Wars, you probably already know about Space Dive, the event that transforms Tangent Gallery into a cantina from a long time ago in a galaxy far far away. Well, this Saturday, for the first time ever, the Mos Eisley Cantina will be open during the day for an all ages event! From 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. fans of all ages can come inside for tours, virgin cocktails, Nerf battles, a costume contest, and more. The event is being held in partnership with Vault of Midnight, that just recently moved in down the street. Saturday is also Free Comic Book Day. So, stop by the shop for some comic books before or after you visit the cantina! Admission is free for kids and only $5 for adults. Costumes are not required for this event, but are encouraged. There are of course still the adult only Space Dive events this weekend as well. Admission for these events is $30 and costumes are mandatory. Get more info here. 

Saturday, May 7th - Sick Of It All and Agnostic Front @ The Sanctuary: The Sanctuary has also been celebrating an anniversary all week! It has been four years since they moved to their current space in Hamtramck and this Saturday night the celebration continues with Sick Of It All and Agnostic Front! Tickets are $27.50 and they are running low, so buy yours in advance here. 

~C

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

Friday, March 25, 2022 -  Talib Kweli DJ Set @ Tangent Gallery: The legendary Talib Kweli will be in Detroit this weekend to perform a DJ set at Tangent Gallery! He will be joined for the evening by Gulley. Tickets are only $20 and can be purchased here. The show starts at 9 p.m.

Saturday, March 26th - Circle Jerks @ The Crofoot: The show that everyone seems to be talking about lately is Circle Jerks. They were originally supposed to play at St. Andrew's, but due to the structural issues that the venue is experiencing, it was moved to The Crofoot. Negative Approach and 7 Seconds are also on the bill. Tickets are sold out, but there are still some verified resale tickets available through Ticketmaster here. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the show starts at 8. 

Saturday, March 26th - Rebel Dogs Detroit Pop-Up @ Dooped Donuts: Grab a donut and meet some adoptable dogs this Saturday at Dooped Donuts! Rebel Dogs Detroit will be at the shop with dogs and merch. The donut shop will have dog shaped donuts, ASHE Coffee, and more. 20% of sales and all of the tips will go to Rebel Dogs Detroit. This rescue takes on some of the hardest cases in Detroit. If you aren't familiar with this group, check out their Instagram. Dooped Donuts is located at 1555 Broadway in Detroit. 

Sunday, March 27th - Rock N Roll Shop & Bowl @ The Garden Bowl: Fleatroit Junk City returns to the Garden Bowl this Sunday! They will be selling vintage clothing, housewares, vinyl and more during the day. Then, Eck! and Tin Foil will be playing at night. Shopping happens from 1-7 p.m. with a DJ. The bands start at 8 p.m. There will also be a Bloody Mary bar and Mimosas, so come thirsty! 

Sunday, March 27th - Matt Smiley's Birthday Party/Show @ The Old Miami: Matt Smiley is turning 30 and celebrating with a fun show/party at The Old Miami. The lineup includes Asklepius, Goods, Lan's Nam, and Lulu Summerfield. Matt will be celebrating by playing drums in 3 of the 4 bands! Doors open at 9 p.m. and the first band hits the stage at 9:30. $5 gets you in. Learn more about the bands and give them a listen here. 

~C

Win Tickets to See Talib Kweli's DJ Set wsg Gulley

 

Who: Talib Kweli DJ Set wsg Gulley.

What: Playing Tangent Gallery on Friday, March 25, 2022.

Tickets are $15 in advance and they can be purchased here.

Or you can enter to win a pair! We have 5 pairs to giveaway courtesy of Embarco.

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

Enter now, the winner will be drawn on March 24, 2022.

~S

Hip in Detroit's Picks for the Weekend: November 5 - 7

Friday, November 5th - The Lucid Furs Album Release Show @ Small's: The Lucid Furs are celebrating the release of their new album this Friday night at Small's! Damn! That Was Easy is out now and will be available on CD and vinyl at the show. You can give it a listen online here. The Lucid Furs will be joined by Edison Hollow, Busby Death Chair and ZZVAVA. Cover is $12 for 21+, $17 for 18-20. Doors open at 8 p.m. and the music starts at 9. 

Friday, November 5th - GWAR @ The Crofoot: GWAR returns to The Crofoot Ballroom this Friday night! If you have seen GWAR before, you know you're in for a good time. If you've never seen GWAR live, this is a band that you have to see at least once in a lifetime. Plus, this show is part of the Scumdogs 30th Anniversary Tour, so you know you'll hear all of the classics like "Slaughterama" and "Maggots". GWAR will be joined by Detroit's own Child Bite, along with EYEHATEGOD and Napalm Death. Tickets are $35 and can be purchased here. All ages are welcome and doors open at 7 p.m.

Saturday, November 6th - Detroit's Sixth Annual Circus of Whiskers: See the most majestic facial hair in all of the land at the Circus of Whiskers Saturday night at Tangent Gallery. Proceeds from this event will be helping other furry friends through the Detroit Animal Welfare Group. There will be majestic beards and mustaches, as well as performances by The Big Icky, Magenta DeMure, Sophia Von Stardust, Sweet Handsome Two Heart, and Cherry Marlort. Cover is $25 (cash only) and 21+ are welcome. Get a sneak peek of what you can expect at the show here. 

Saturday, November 6th - The Firewalkers and The Orbitsuns @ Cadieux Cafe: The Firewalkers play their first Eastside show, this Saturday night at The Cadieux Cafe. Fronted by Laura Mendoza, this band has played venues like The Willis Show Bar and even big events like the Viva Las Vegas Rockabilly Weekend in Las Vegas. Now, you get to see them in the intimate setting at Cadieux Cafe. They will be joined by the legendary Orbitsuns. Things kick off at 8 p.m.

Sunday, November 7th - Fleatroit Junk City November Flea Market @ Outer Limits Lounge: Find something new to you at Outer Limits this Sunday afternoon. Fleatroit Junk City will be setting up shop with vintage clothing, records, books, housewares, and much, much more. The sale goes from noon 'til 6 p.m.

~C