Hip in Detroit's Picks for the Weekend - February 28th - March 2nd, 2025

Saturday,  March 1st - Prove It Fest @ Small's: The crew at Small's has always been so great about hosting benefit shows for fallen friends in Detroit's music community,  and sadly they're hosting another one this Saturday. Prove It Fest will bring together 10 bands to celebrate the life of Bob Gibson, who passed away suddenly this past fall. The bill includes St. Thomas Boys Academy, Sharkfist, Aggro or Die, The Boy Detective, The Blacklist, Dirty White & the High Life Social Club, Middle Out, Norco's y Horchata, plus acoustic sets from Fishi and Ryan Ladell. All proceeds will go to Bob’s widow and family. Cover is $20, doors open at 5 PM and the music starts at 6 PM. All ages are welcome. Make sure you bring some extra cash for the raffle too!

Friday, February 28th - Sunday, March 2nd - Oscar Nominated Shorts @ DIA Film Theatre: Get ready for the Oscars by checking out the Short Films that have been nominated, this weekend at the DIA. Every year, the DIA Film Theatre screens the Oscar Shorts, giving film enthusiasts a chance to see these pictures that they probably haven't had a chance to see before. Screenings will take place Friday and Saturday at 7 PM and Sunday at 1 PM. Tickets are $13 online and can be purchased here. 

Saturday, March 1st - Paczki Run: The Paczki Run will take over the streets of Hamtramck this Saturday morning! The streets begin closing at 8 AM for the annual 5K and the race begins at 10 AM. Once runners cross the finish line, they'll be awarded with a water and a Paczek. There will also be beer available for those 21+. Head down to Joseph Campau to watch the run, then head over to the Polka Tent to dance to music from Misty Blues!

Saturday, March 1st - Dilla Bowl @ The Garden Bowl: Head to the Garden Bowl this Saturday afternoon for the 4th Annual Dilla Bowl in honor of the late J Dilla. The event will take place from 2 PM - 6 PM, with free bowling for kids, a Dilla Art Gang Pop Up, DJ Los and DJ Bet, and a free pizza party (while supplies last). Dilla Bowl is part of this year's Dilla Fest, with events happening all weekend long. Get all the details here. 

Saturday, March 1st - Bar Fly Awards @ The Old Miami: The 4th Annual Bar Fly Awards will take place this Saturday night at The Old Miami. Think award show, but with your favorite bar flies, instead of pop stars or movie stars. The fun starts at 9 PM, 21+ are welcome, and cover is $5. 

~C