Detroit Buzzing With Diverse Weekend Events - New Riverfront Park, Hip Hop Halloween Party, Bourbon Fest, and More

26/10/2025 2 min
Detroit Buzzing With Diverse Weekend Events - New Riverfront Park, Hip Hop Halloween Party, Bourbon Fest, and More

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Detroit is absolutely buzzing with things to do today and through the coming week, offering up something for every listener—whether you love music, festivals, history, or a taste of autumn. The heart of events this weekend has to be the grand opening of Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Centennial Park on the Detroit riverfront, a massive two-day celebration packed with free activities for all ages. Listeners can explore 22 acres of brand-new greenspace, enjoy multiple zones of family fun with live entertainment, food trucks, fall-themed activities, and the festive Detroit Harvest Fest. The party starts each day at 11 a.m. and runs through 8 p.m., and you’ll want to see the ribbon-cutting ceremony at 10 a.m. Saturday to be part of Detroit’s latest chapter in riverfront history, according to the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy.Downtown nightlife heats up with the biggest hip hop Halloween bash in town. The Goosebumps 25 Halloween Party and Festival takes over Club Bleu through 2 a.m. tonight. Expect wild costumes, body paint, a massive dancefloor, drink specials, and a huge costume contest—hosts are expecting attendance to surge past 2,000, so arrive ready for an epic night. You can find all the details on Eventbrite.For those craving autumn flavors and live tunes, Bourbon and Brews Fest in Royal Oak is where you want to be. The Royal Oak Farmers Market becomes a haven for adults Saturday night, serving up more than 150 types of bourbons, whiskies, and craft beers. VIP tickets get you in early at 6 p.m., but general admission opens at 7 with plenty of tasting tokens, live entertainment by Cosmic Groove, and food trucks like Twisted Street BBQ and Bro’s Burger Joint tempting your tastebuds. The party runs until 10 p.m.Music lovers should check out El Club, where the band Midnight ‘Til Morning performs live tonight at 7 p.m. according to Unation. It’s a great spot for indie rock fans wanting a more intimate Detroit show experience.If you want a dose of history, the Masonic Temple offers a special guided tour on Sunday starting at 10 a.m. Dive into the secrets of Detroit’s famed architectural gem during a two-and-a-half-hour journey through its storied halls. Tickets are available on AXS.There’s truly something for everyone this week in Detroit. Wherever your plans take you, make the most of the city’s fall energy—from new riverfront parks, to beats, brews, and beyond. Thanks for tuning in and don’t forget to subscribe. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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