Do It: This Weekend's Style, Beauty and Fashion Events That are Not to Be Missed

This weekend is full of fun and fashionable things to do, so if you're itching to hit the town, these events will keep you busy.

Evening on the Ave | Thursday, December 8
Enjoy an evening of shopping, drinks, eating, music and more with this unique retail experience in Downtown Detroit. Parking will be free in the Z lot, located at 1234 Library St. To see a full list of participating retailers, which include Kit and Ace, Detroit is the New Black, Warby Parker and more, click here.

This event is happening at 1001 Woodward Ave., in Detroit.


Grand Circus Issue 4 Release Party | Friday, December 9
It's time to party with the Grand Circus collaborators and contributors with a chance to be the first to see the brand new Fall/Winter 2016 issue. Taking place at Bank Suey, there will be free drinks and a DJ, This is an awesome issue diving into tactical urbanism.

Bank Suey is located at 10345 Jos Campau, in Hamtramck.


2016 Detroit Historical Society Ball | Saturday, December 10
The Detroit Historical Society is hosting their annual ball will be taking place at the iconic Joe Louis Arena to bid a final farewell. From 6 p.m. to midnight, come out for cocktails and hors d'oeuvres, a seated dinner, entertainment by Nicole New, and a live and silent auction. There is also an afterglow from 9 p.m. to midnight with late night snacks and drinks, and a dancing reception. Patron tickets are $450, and afterglow tickets are $75 (or two for $100). For more information and to purchase tickets, click here.

The Joe Louis Arena is located at 19 Steve Yzerman Dr., in Detroit.


Holiday Nights in the Village | Saturday, December 10
Take a step back into time and come to Greenfield Village to enjoy some holiday spirit. Tickets are $26 each, which includes ice skating, a ride in a classic Ford Model T, demonstrations, carolers, horse-drawn wagons and much, much more. This event takes place every weekend throughout December. To purchase tickets, click here.

Greenfield Village is located at 20900 Oakwood Blvd., in Dearborn.


Corktown-a-Glow | Saturday, December 10
Stop by Corktown all day for tons of holiday fun and festivities. There will be a holiday shop tour with free shuttle service from noon to 6 p.m., a Santa visit at 6 p.m., tree lighting ceremony at Bagley and Trumbull, caroling, specials at bars and restaurants, and donations of unwrapped gifts for children in need. For more information, click here. This is definitely a holiday event you don't want to miss!

Corktown is located in Downtown Detroit.


Holiday Shopping Party | Sunday, December 11
Join The HSS Feed and your's truly, DGG, at L.K. Bennett in The Somerset Collection to get some items off your holiday shopping list. Cocktails and light bites will be provided, as well as the chance to get your makeup touched up by makeup artists from Dior at Saks Fifth Avenue and a braid bar from Blo Blow Dry Bar. 10% of proceeds will benefit DGG so we can continue helping the local fashion industry. This event is free, but you must RSVP here.

The Somerset Collection is located at 2800 W. Big Beaver Rd., in Troy.

Do It: This Weekend's Style, Beauty and Fashion Events That are Not to Be Missed

This weekend is full of fun and fashionable things to do, so if you're itching to hit the town, these events will keep you busy.

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May Drinks x Design: Interior Design | Thursday, May 12
Throughout May, Drinks x Design will be using the Detroit Institute of Arts to celebrate interior design in Detroit. From 5:30 to 8 p.m., different programs will take place in the Prentis Court, Kresge Court and Romanesque Gallery. Programming includes demonstrations and displays from some of Detroit's leading names in interior design. 21+ are welcome. Guests will receive one drink ticket, and then there will be a cash bar (credit cards accepted).

Detroit Institute of Arts is located at 5200 Woodward Ave., Detroit.

Women Who Wine: Detroit's Official Launch Soiree | Friday, May 13
Come enjoy a night of fun, good times, and of course, wine! The event will be kicking off and bring awareness to Women Who Wine: Detroit, a group created for phenomenal women who love to socialize, support the community, gain enrichment, network and enjoy wine. From 7 to 11 p.m., you will have the opportunity to enjoy live music, hors d'oeuvres and wine, in addition to networking, learning more about the group and signing up for membership. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Hashtag Lunchbag: Detroit's May meetup.

Metro Times Best of Detroit 2016 Party | Friday, May 13
The well-informed readers of the Metro Times are weighing in on the best of what the city has to offer. Come on down to Motor City Casino Hotel to celebrate the best Metro Detroit bars, restaurants, clubs, businesses, entertainment and more! The party kicks off at 7 p.m., and will continue inside the Motor City Casino SoundBoard with live music, dancing and specialty beverages. Make sure to dress to impress.

Motor City Casino is located at 2901 Grand River Ave., Detroit.

Dress for Success: Ladies Clothing Swap | Saturday, May 14
Support Build Institute's entrepreneurial programs that directly impact and advance women's career opportunities by participating in one of the most fashionable fundraisers. There is a $20 cost (or $30 for VIP, which allows you an extra 10 minutes to shop before anyone else does, and a minimum of five items (clothing, shoes, and/or accessories) to participate. Volunteers will arrange all of the brought items into a makeshift store while guests indulge in food and beverages, beauty services and other fun activities donated by local businesses. Items must be currently fashionable, clean and either new or gently used. Any sizes are welcome and you may bring more than five items. All un-swapped items will be donated to Goodwill Industries of Greater Detroit's Flip the Script Women's Service program. The event goes from 6 to 9 p.m.

Build Institute is located at 2701 Bagley Ave., Detroit.

Issue Release and One-Year Party | Saturday, May 14
Come to the Grand Circus Magazine Issue 3 release party at the brand new El Club in Mexicantown. This will be the first place to pick up the brand new issue, and you get the chance to hang out with collaborators and issue features. There will be DJ sets by Charles Trees and Conor Mendenhall. The event is all ages and make sure to click here to reserve your spot.

El Club is located at 4114 W Vernor Hwy., Detroit.

Do It: This Weekend’s Fashion, Beauty and Style Events that Are Not To Be Missed

This weekend is chock-full of fun and fashionable things to do, so if you’re itching to hit the town, these events will keep you busy!

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Issue 2 Rooftop Party | Friday, October 23

Celebrate the release of the second Grand Circus Magazine, this weekend. Come grab the brand new issue featuring lots of rich, Detroit culture and urbanism. Held at the top of The Auburn, join Grand Circus Magazine and the crew for a beautiful view of Detroit, Our/Detroit cocktails, and the new issue! While you flip through the pages of culture, warm up by the fireplace as you de-stress from the busy workweek. The release party will be from 7 to 11 p.m. with an extravagant after party at the Anteitam for more cocktails and tasty cuisine.

Kit and Ace is located at 4240 Cass Ave., in Detroit.

A.R.T. H.A.P.P.E.N.I.N.G. | Saturday, October 24

SKANDOUGHLESS is making its first ever appearance as an artist collective with collaboration from members in Cleveland and Detroit. SKANDOUGHLESS is an up-and-coming fashion performance label and artist collective founded by Lindsay Cashews only 2 years ago. After feeling that art is becoming stagnated in the gallery setting, she decided performance and fashion were her next steps. This art is one of a kind, creative, inspiring, and cutting-edge that features music on the runway that Cashews wrote specifically for this show. From 6 to 9 p.m., you will have the opportunity to absorb and internalize the art in the gallery showing featuring art that is a performance and spectacle, as well as wearable pieces of art that can be translated into street fashion. From 10pm-1am celebrate this experience and art with DJ PrismViews and a guest musician performing all night. SKANDOUGHLESS has been shown in Chicago and New York Fashion Week and we couldn’t be more excited to welcome her to the streets of Detroit.

This event will be located at 333 Midland St., located in Highland Park.

Colorosity: The Annual Science Soiree | Saturday, October 24

This all-ages event features color and sparks curiosity through new exhibits, interactive art, and design adventures. Act like a kid for the night and have fun with the paint and “messy” materials included in this interactive art, so make sure you aren’t wearing your favorite outfit! Partake in hands on art as you watch performances by the Detroit Windsor Dance Academy. Not only will this event be fun for all ages, it also benefits the Michigan Science Center’s high-impact programs. Tickets can be purchased on their main website with prices of $125 for adults and $50 for children; this event will sell out, so make sure to get your tickets today.

Michigan Science Center is located at 5020 John R. St., in Detroit.

2016 Calendar Girls Release Party | Sunday, October 25

This weekend is full of release parties, and this is one you don’t want to miss. Join us at Tongue’s Coffee from 4 to 9 p.m. to celebrate the release of the 2016 Calendar Girls. DJ Paulo Dusicska will be spinning music all night as you enjoy appetizers, pumpkin spiced lattes, and socializing. Calendars will be available for purchase at the event for only $15. Not only will this be a great event to attend, but all proceeds from calendar purchases goes to the Guidance Center Kids- TALK CAC, which is a charity for sexually and physically abused children.

Tongue's Coffee is located at 2958 Biddle Ave., located in Wyandotte.