Detroit's cultural scene is heating up this holiday season with a plethora of events and exhibitions that showcase the city's rich history, music, and art.
First up, hockey fans can celebrate a century of Motor City hockey at the Detroit Historical Museum, where a massive exhibition featuring rarely seen artifacts, legendary uniforms, and iconic moments from the Red Wings' 100-year history is now on display. The event also honors other pro hockey teams in the city, including the Detroit Falcons and the Detroit Cougars.
Meanwhile, art lovers are invited to explore "Contemporary Anishinaabe Art: A Continuation" at the Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA), which marks the museum's first major Native American exhibition in 30 years. On November 20, the DIA will host a lecture on Indigenous art by Kathleen Wall, an Anishinaabe artist from New Mexico who blends traditional pottery traditions with contemporary forms.
In downtown Detroit, the holiday season is kicking off with the annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony, featuring performances by multi-platinum country artist BRELAND, pop singer Natalie Jane, and Olympic-level ice skaters Polina Edmunds, Emmanuel Savary, Khloe Felton, and local skating talents. Visitors can enjoy giveaways, holiday shopping, and over a million twinkling lights throughout downtown.
The Rink at Campus Martius Park will also be opening its doors on November 21, offering free admission while encouraging guests to bring new gloves for Mittens for Detroit, a local nonprofit that helps keep children and adults in need warm this winter.
For music fans, the Schvitz Health Club is hosting a screening of George Harrison's legendary "The Concert for Bangladesh" film, followed by a live performance featuring Detroit musicians performing songs from the concert and across Harrison's iconic catalog. Proceeds will benefit Thrive, supporting meal programs for schoolchildren in Bangladesh and the Philippines.
Lastly, Insane Clown Posse's Juggalo Championship Wrestling is throwing down for a good cause at Harpos on November 22, with a free televised wrestling event that also distributes Thanksgiving turkeys while supplies last.
First up, hockey fans can celebrate a century of Motor City hockey at the Detroit Historical Museum, where a massive exhibition featuring rarely seen artifacts, legendary uniforms, and iconic moments from the Red Wings' 100-year history is now on display. The event also honors other pro hockey teams in the city, including the Detroit Falcons and the Detroit Cougars.
Meanwhile, art lovers are invited to explore "Contemporary Anishinaabe Art: A Continuation" at the Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA), which marks the museum's first major Native American exhibition in 30 years. On November 20, the DIA will host a lecture on Indigenous art by Kathleen Wall, an Anishinaabe artist from New Mexico who blends traditional pottery traditions with contemporary forms.
In downtown Detroit, the holiday season is kicking off with the annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony, featuring performances by multi-platinum country artist BRELAND, pop singer Natalie Jane, and Olympic-level ice skaters Polina Edmunds, Emmanuel Savary, Khloe Felton, and local skating talents. Visitors can enjoy giveaways, holiday shopping, and over a million twinkling lights throughout downtown.
The Rink at Campus Martius Park will also be opening its doors on November 21, offering free admission while encouraging guests to bring new gloves for Mittens for Detroit, a local nonprofit that helps keep children and adults in need warm this winter.
For music fans, the Schvitz Health Club is hosting a screening of George Harrison's legendary "The Concert for Bangladesh" film, followed by a live performance featuring Detroit musicians performing songs from the concert and across Harrison's iconic catalog. Proceeds will benefit Thrive, supporting meal programs for schoolchildren in Bangladesh and the Philippines.
Lastly, Insane Clown Posse's Juggalo Championship Wrestling is throwing down for a good cause at Harpos on November 22, with a free televised wrestling event that also distributes Thanksgiving turkeys while supplies last.
! It's awesome that they're celebrating the city's rich history and music through events like the Red Wings' 100-year exhibition at the Historical Museum. I mean, who doesn't love hockey? 
But what's really cool is the inclusion of other pro teams from the past, giving us a deeper look at Detroit's sports heritage.
. I'm also loving the idea of a lecture by an Anishinaabe artist, Kathleen Wall, who's pushing boundaries with her traditional pottery traditions.
! And can we talk about how awesome it is that The Rink at Campus Martius Park is offering free admission while encouraging people to donate new gloves for Mittens for Detroit? It's all about giving back during the holiday season 
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I'm so stoked about Detroit's cultural scene this holiday season! They're really bringing out the big guns, you know? 
And can we talk about the DIA's Indigenous art exhibit? It's been ages since they've had a major Native American show, so this one is gonna be amazing! 
Plus, that lecture by Kathleen Wall sounds like a total game-changer. 
It's always such a fun event, and the performers are always top-notch. BRELAND, Natalie Jane... they're gonna bring the house down! 
And let's not forget about The Rink at Campus Martius Park - free admission is a major win, and Mittens for Detroit is such an awesome cause. 
And finally, Insane Clown Posse's Juggalo Championship Wrestling event is just pure awesomeness - what more could you want? 
️... seems like it's gonna be a hit with all the Red Wings fans out there! Also, I wonder if more ppl will actually make an effort to visit the DIA for the Native American art exhibition? It's been a while since they've had one of those. Meanwhile, who's excited about the Christmas tree lighting ceremony 
like whats wrong with all this? there's an actual hockey museum now? thats lit 
and the dia is doing some legit art exhibits i mean, native american art deserves more love 
gotta give props to mittens for detroit tho, keeping ppl warm is 100% important 
thrival program helps some great causes too 
. It's been a while since we've seen one of that caliber.
That's some powerful stuff right there. I'm all about supportin' causes that benefit kids and families in need, so let's get behind Thrive and the meal programs they're doin' 
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I'm all about keepin' it fun and supportin' good causes, so let's get ready to rumble... for a good cause, of course! 
! But what really gets me pumped is the free admission at The Rink at Campus Martius Park - who doesn't love ice skating with mittens? 
... it's like they're setting up the stage for something big. All these events and exhibitions popping up everywhere? It's almost too convenient. I mean, have you noticed how many pro hockey teams are being honored in one go? It's like they want to distract us from something. And what's up with all these artists and musicians getting featured? Is it just a coincidence that most of them have Native American or international roots? Nah, I don't think so... 
! You gotta check out the hockey exhibit at the Historical Museum - it's gonna be epic for all the Red Wings fans, and it's cool they're giving some love to the other pro teams that used to call Detroit home. And can't wait for the Contemporary Anishinaabe Art show at the DIA - been too long since we've seen some amazing Native American art in the city 
. And let's not forget about all the festive activities like the Christmas tree lighting ceremony, ice skating at Campus Martius Park, and Insane Clown Posse's charity wrestling event - there's something for everyone! 
i need to try their specialty pie with the truffle oil... have you guys been there yet? also i've been meaning to ask, has anyone tried that new video game that came out last month? i heard it's pretty lit