Showing posts with label oktoberfest. Show all posts
Showing posts with label oktoberfest. Show all posts

Friday, September 30, 2016

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.



Hour Best Dressed Fashion Show | Thursday, September 29
Come out to The Fillmore for Hour Detroit's Best Dressed fashion show, presented by The Somerset Collection and hosted by Amy Andrews of FOX 2. Celebrate with 2016 best dressed winners in style by sipping on yummy cocktails, eating delicious light bites and enjoying a runway show. Doors open at 6 p.m., and for tickets, click here.

The Fillmore is located at 2115 Woodward Ave., in Detroit.

Library at Night Tour | Thursday, September 29
Experience the Detroit Public Library's magnificent architecture and art underneath the stars at this awesome experience. This tour is a perfect date night, fun time with friends or just a wonderful visit to Detroit. You'll learn the hidden secrets, backstories and hidden nooks of the acclaimed main library. You decide how much your ticket will cost, but all proceeds will support the HYPE Teen Film Festival on October 15. This goes from 6 to 8 p.m. Tickets are available here.

The Detroit Public Library is located at 5201 Woodward Ave., in Detroit.

Director's Cut Talk: Alger Theater | Thursday, September 29
Get to know DIA Director Salvador Salort-Pons as he talks about his background, a brief history of the museum and what his plans are for the historic Alger Theater, where the talk will be taking place. You will have an opportunity to ask questions after the talk, and a reception will follow. The talk starts at 6 p.m. This event is free to the public.

Alger Theater is located at 16451 E Warren Ave., in Detroit.

Oktoberfest in the Park | Saturday, October 1 through Sunday, October 2
Come out to Atwater in the Park for a fun and free Oktoberfest celebration. There will be tappings from 4 to 6 p.m. and music, games and events all day long. You definitely don't want to miss any of the festivities at this two-day celebration.

Atwater in the Park is located at 1175 Lakepointe St., in Grosse Pointe Park.

Fall Flavor Weekends in Greenfield Village | Saturday, October 1 through Sunday, October 2
Celebrate and explore more than three centuries of America's food centuries during this fun-filled weekend at Greenfield Village. You'll be able to experience an abundance of harvest season flavors at the Saturday Local Roots Farmers Market (this is only from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.), cooking demonstrations inside the historic homes and free samples of products. This is free for members, but non-members can purchase tickets here.

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

Hard Cider & Donuts | Sunday, October 2
Enjoy another round of hard cider and donuts at Michigan by the Bottle Tasting Room, but this time at the Royal Oak location! Donuts and cider will be available for purchase together or individually. Cider flavors include Verterra Winery Just Apple, Cherry Blush, Raspberry Rush, Blackberry Bliss, Sweet Peach Chaos Hard Ciders and the current on-tap Chateau de Leelanau cider.

Michigan by the Bottle Tasting Room is located at 29932 Woodward Ave., in Royal Oak.

Thursday, September 15, 2016

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.

Image from Alchemy Detroit


Alchemy Detroit Sip n' Shop | Thursday, September 15
At this awesome event, you'll meet the founder and designer of Alchemy Detroit, Shelley L. Van Riper, while shopping the hometown brand. You'll also enjoy complimentary drinks and snacks, and you could win an Alchemy tee. This will be taking place at LOLA RYAN and will be from 5 to 9 p.m.

LOLA RYAN is located at 550 Forest Ave. (inside Westchester Square Mall), in Plymouth.

After Dark: Superheroes and Comics | Thursday, September 15
Love superheroes and comics? Come out to the Michigan Science Center for an awesome event featuring a comic book pop-up shop and a heroes in the sky planetarium show. This is a 21+ event, and there will be a cash bar available. Tickets are $15 at the door and online, and doors open at 6 p.m.

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

Parktoberfest! Downtown Detroit's Oktoberfest Celebration | Friday, September 16
The 2nd annual Parktoberfest is returning to Downtown Detroit at Campus Martius Park. This is a two day even featuring an impressive selection of craft and Oktoberfest beers, live performances, friendly competitions, a kids zone, pumpkin carving and more! For a full schedule and more information, click here.

Campus Martius Park is located at 800 Woodward Ave., in Detroit.

DIY Street Fair | Friday, September 16 through Sunday, September 18
The annual Ferndale DIY Street Fair is back for a fun-filled weekend! There will be craft beer, wine and cocktails, music, artists, creators, makers and crafters, food trucks, a kids zone and so much more. There is something for everyone. For more information, click here. This will be taking place on the east side of Woodward between East 9 Mile Rd and East Troy St behind WAB and The Emory.

Fall Fashion Pop-Up | Saturday, September 17
Join Styleshack, Robyn Coden from Dim Sum and Doughnuts and Blo Blow Dry Bar in Dowtown Birmingham for a one day only fall shopping and beauty event. All products are from amazing local boutiques. You'll be able to bring in gently worn clothing to donate to local charities and be entered to in a raffle.

This will be held at 135 N. Old Woodward Ave., in Birmingham.

The Lantern Fest: Detroit | Saturday, September 17
At The Lantern Fest, thousands of people join together with lanterns for an unforgettable experience. There will be music, dancing, s'mores, and of course, when the time is right, everyone will light the sky with their highest hopes, deepest regrets and biggest dreams.This will be taking place at the Auto City Speedway. For more information and tickets, click here.

Auto City Speedway is located at 10205 N. Saginaw Rd., in Clio.

The International Fuller Women Festival | Saturday, September 17
Come out to this free outdoor celebration of the vibrant, beautiful plus community at the Charles H. Wright Museum. There will be live performances, incredible vendors and resources to help you live a more fulfilled life. This is part of a full weekend of events. For more information, click here.

The Charles H. Wright Museum is located at 315 E. Warren Ave., in Detroit.