Friday, August 23, 2024

Hip in Detroit's Picks for the Weekend: August 23rd - 25th

We already told you about the Hazel Park Art Fair and free movies at The Redford! Here are some other fun things happening this weekend! 

Friday, August 23rd - The Painted Lady Turns 20: Everyone's favorite neighborhood bar, The Painted Lady, is celebrating 20 years this Friday night! The party will feature music from Wally Pleasant, John Krautner (of The Go - solo performance), Doop (of Doop and the Inside Outlaws - solo performance), and The Painted Lady Jukebox Band. The doors open at 4 p.m. and the party goes until 2 a.m.

Saturday, August 24th - SW Fest: Southwest Detroit is the place to be this weekend for SW Fest! The one day event will bring music, art, and food to Southwest Detroit. Activities center around and inside the Senate Theatre (6424 Michigan Ave, Detroit) with over 40 musical acts performing and over 70 vendors. The event is free to attend and goes from noon - 10 p.m. Keep an eye on the SW Fest Instagram for the official schedule for the day. 

Saturday, August 24th - Modern Skate & Surf's 45th Anniversary Bash: Modern Skate & Surf is celebrating 45 years and they're inviting you to their big bash! It's happening this Saturday at Modern Skate Park (1500 N. Stephenson Hwy, Royal Oak) from 11 a.m. - midnight. There will be skateboarding (obviously) including appearances by Pro-Skaters, BBQ, a beer tent, classes, and live music! The music lineup includes The Boreouts, MC Intelligence (with Ron Allen), and Macho. Tickets for spectators are $11. If you plan to skate, ride prices apply. All ages are welcome. 


Friday, August 23rd & Saturday, August 24th - Fuzz Fest 9: Summer is winding down, so it's a great excuse to take one more road trip (even if it is a shorter one)! Head to Ann Arbor this Friday and Saturday for Fuzz Fest 9, taking over the Blind Pig! The fest kicked off on Thursday, but you still have 2 days to check it out. There are 11 bands playing each of the remaining nights, with bands like The Idiot Kids, Zzvava, Pepper & The Heavy Boys, Fen Fen, and Carbon Decoy on the bill. Cover is $15 each day and you can get tickets online here. Doors open at 8 p.m. and 18+ are welcome. 


~C


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