Michigan Festivals

 

JANUARY  

January 9, 2010 (sat): Detroit Blues Society 2009 Detroit Blues Awards Ceremony and 25th Birthday Party starting 9pm at Memphis Smoke: 100 Main Street, Royal Oak, MI. Free Admission. more info on DBS website

January 15-16, 2010: (fri-sat); 16th Annual Anti-Freeze Blues Festival in Ferndale (1 mile north of Detroit).
At the Magic Bag on Woodward Ave just north of 9 Mile Rd, ph# 248-544-1991. Doors open 7pm. Cost is $25 each day, portion of the proceeds benefits the Detroit Blues Society. tickets, directions, list of performers, click → Info

January 21-23, 2010 (thu-sat): Michigan Music Conference (MMC) - 5th Annual in Grand Rapids.
official website: www.michiganmusicconference.org
Purpose of the conference is to provide an annual in-service opportunity for the professional development of Michigan music educators and to serve as a coordinating body for collaborative, inter-association initiatives in support of school music in Michigan.

January 29 - Feb 6, 2010: Ferndale Blues Festival - 9th Annual in Ferndale (just north of Detroit).
official websites: www.ferndalebluesfestival.organd www.myspace.com/ferndalebluesfestival
Fest features "Live Blues" at many venues. On Friday and Saturday nights, there will be a shuttle bus running between all the venues. Festival donates proceeds to charity.

January 29-30, 2010: 33rd Ann Arbor Folk Festival at Hill Auditorium in Ann Arbor.
official website: theark.org/ann_arbor_folk_festival.html
The Ark's largest annual fundraising event with some of the finest in traditional and contemporary artists. Each night will feature a blend of renowned and up-and-coming performers, providing audiences with the opportunity to hear popular artists working at the top of their field while discovering terrific new talent. All funds raised through the Festival benefit The Ark, Ann Arbor's non-profit home for folk, roots, and ethnic music.

TBA 2010 (sun): Entertainment Showcase Extravaganza in Canton (west of Detroit). Last year held at UAW Local #735, 48055 Michigan Ave, Canton, MI. 2 stages of continuous entertainment with 30 different acts, No Admission Charge. Sponsored by the Belleville National Strawberry Festivaland Party Time Entertainment.

TBA 2010 (sat): Motor City Metalfest in Detroit at Harpo's.
3rd Annual in 2009, 20 bands, two stages, $12 cover. 313-824-1700.

 

FEBRUARY

February 3-7, 2010: 13th Annual Sphinx Competition and Finals Concert in Ann Arbor and Detroit.
official information: www.sphinxmusic.org/programs/competition.html
Competition is open to all Junior High, High School, and College age Black and Latino string players residing in the U.S. The Finals Concert is hosted by the Detroit Symphony at the Max M. Fisher Music Center in Detroit.

TBA 2010 (sat): Winners' Concert - Great Lakes Songwriting Contest 2008 - venue TBA, held last year at Trinity House Theatre in Livonia, MI (west of Detroit). located on 6 Mile Rd east of Haggerty Rd (near I-275). last year tickets were $12, $9 for members.

 

MARCH

March 13, 2009 (fri): $1,000 Battle of the Bands - All Ages - $1,000 Cash Prize that night. Held at The Eagle Theatre in Pontiac. 15 S Saginaw St, Pontiac, MI 48342.

March 13, 2009 (Friday): The Hex Bombs CD Release Party in Kalamazoo (West-MI).
Kalamazoo natives The Hex Bombs, a band best described as "American street punk performed for the working class, by the working class." The release party takes place at Papa Pete's music venue at 502 S. Burdick St. in downtown Kalamazoo; doors open at 8pm. Admission is $5 at the door for those ages 21+ and $7 for ages 18-20. For details on this event, including merch information and pricing, or to check out select tracks from the twelve-track album, available for just $10, go to www.myspace.com/thehexbombs.

March 20-30, 2009: Assembly Line Concert - An Attempt To Set A New World Record For Live Music
official website: Assembly Line Concert (a tribute to The American Worker)
10 days, 240 Hours, 24/7 non-stop live music. Each of the 10 days will highlight different aspects of the American partnership between workers, employers, politicians and the media. One day, political leaders will play 24, one-hour sets; another day, auto workers; and another day, local Detroit bands. Even members of the media will have their own day to play and be a part of the big news event. Musicians from all segments of society come together in the heart of hard-hit Main Street America and help pay tribute to the American worker.

 

APRIL

April 4, 2009 (sat): Pickin' on Cystic Fibrosis at the Dogwood Center in Fremont, MI.
official websites: www.pickinoncf.com and www.myspace.com/pickinoncf
Enjoy a day of great bluegrass music and benefit Cystic Fibrosis research for one low price. Tickets $15 for adults, $10 for ages 16 and under.

April 17, 2009 (fri): Detroit Music Awards 2009 - DMA Ceremony & Show in Downtown Detroit.
official websites: www.detroitmusicawards.net and www.myspace.com/mcmf
Big Time Annual Awards Ceremony presented by the Motor City Music Foundation (MCMF). This night is all about meeting and congratulating our incredibly talented local musicians in grand style! It's a glorious night with award presentations, live performances, music biz movers and shakers in attendance, access to local music information. 2008 Ticket info - public invited general admission $20, up to $1,000 for a VIP table, details on website including scheduled performers and information for sponsorships and vendor booths. Held at The Fillmore Detroit, formerly the State Theatre.

April 18, 2009 (sat): Radio Riot Music Festival Spring Showcase in Kalamazoo (West MI).
Michigan's top-caliber rock-infused acts at Papa Pete's music venue at 502 S. Burdick St. in downtown Kalamazoo. doors open 8pm, show starts 9pm. Admission is $10 at the door for those ages 18+. Detailed event information, along with links to the individual performers and their music is available by visiting myspace.com/thehexbombs.

April 23-25, 2009 (thu-sat): Great Lakes International Banjo Convention 2009 at the Doubletree Hotel in Dearborn.
official website: www.glibanjo.com

 

April 24, 2009 (fri): Whispers Of The North - a five piece Gordon Lightfoot Tribute Band will be performing at the Cadillac High School Auditorium (Northern MI). Tickets are $12.00 and a portion of the proceeds will benefit the Cadillac Area Oasis and Family Resource Center Food Pantry.

April 23 to May 9, 2010: Gilmore Keyboard Festival in West Michigan.
official websites: www.thegilmoreiscoming.com and www.gilmore.org/festival.asp
"The Gilmore's biennial festival presents two weeks of astonishing keyboard performances across West Michigan – a festival that celebrates the joy and power of music in concerts, recitals, chamber music performances, lectures, master classes, and film."

 

MAY

 May 2-9, 2009: Bach Festival Week in Kalamazoo (West Michigan).
official information at www.kzoo.edu/bach/bachfestivalweek.htm

May 15-17, 2009 (fri-sun): 2009 WYCD Detroit Downtown Hoedown - 27th Annual - in downtown Detroit.
official information including artist lineup will be on → wycd.com
Held at Hart Plaza, the 99.5 WYCD country music fest includes established & new artists "and is widely recognized as the largest Country Music show of its kind in the world."

May 15-17, 2009 (fri-sun): Annual Mayfest Bluegrass Music Festival in Lowell (West Michigan).
official information when posted: www.wmbma.org/home.html (event link at bottom of page)
Sponsored by West Michigan Bluegrass Music Association, it features a national act and some local and regional bluegrass groups, plus 4 workshops. "There will be plenty of picking and grinning throughout the festival grounds all weekend. Our festival is known for some great parking lot picking and the pickin' can go on in fair weather or foul."

May 16, 2009 (sat): Valley Blues Festival in Flint to benefit the Valley School scholarship fund for its students to attend school there. Fest will be held at the Flint Cultural Center, behind Sloan Museum, 1221 E. Kearsley. Gate opens at 2pm. Ticket Prices: $20 in advance, $25 at the gate, $50 VIP tickets. Tickets can be purchased at The Valley School Office, by phone (810-767-4004) or in person. Credit Cards are accepted. Featured Artists are Larry McCray and his band along with Carl Weathersby, Thornetta Davis, and local Flint bands the Tim Lamb Blues Band and the Knucklehead Blues Band.

May 23-25, 2009 (sat-mon): Detroit's Electronic Music Festival - Movement 09 - DEMF 2009 in Downtown Detroit.
official website: www.myspace.com/detroitmusicfest
Movement 2009. Internationally recognized Annual Memorial Day weekend event now produced by Paxahau. Event was formerly known as "FUSE-in: Detroit's Electronic Movement" and "Detroit Techno Fest".

TBA 2009 (sat): Rock -N- Reggae in Oil City, near Midland.
information: www.saltriveracres.com
Annual event at Salt River Acres. tickets last year were $25, at the gate $40 (if available).

Detroit News Teen Battle of the Bands
This event may no longer exist, contact the Detroit News for update. It was an annual competition for 13 to 18 year olds who are in Metro Detroit bands of all genres, 10 to 12 bands in the finals, $10,000 worth of prizes.
former web page with general information and rules: Battle of the Bands - Previous Years

 

JUNE

June 4-6, 2009 (thu-sat): Jackson Blues Festival in Jackson (Mid-MI)
official information at jazzthug.tripod.com/SDP/JBFest.html
held at the Jackson County Airport, $2 Admission each day, brought to you by Slipped Disc Productions.

June 6-21, 2009: Great Lakes Chamber Music Festival in Southeast Michigan.
official website: www.greatlakeschambermusic.com
14th season. two weeks, 20 concerts, various locations. "world-class musicians performing classical and contemporary chamber works in beautiful venues".

June 11-13, 2009 (thu-sat): Leslie Bluegrass Festival at the Wheel Inn Campground (south of Lansing).
Annual event. official website: www.marshallbluegrass.com/home22

June 12-14, 2009 (fri-sun): Nor-East'r Music & Arts Festival in Mio (southeast of Gaylord).
official website: www.noreastr.net
annual event. tickets cost $10 to $50, depending on day or weekend passes, bought in advance, etc. Presented by the AuSable Valley Nor-East'r Association of Folk (AVNAF).

June 12-14, 2009 (fri-sun): V98.7 Smooth JazzFest - 11th Annual at Chene Park on the Detroit Waterfront.
official web pages: www.myspace.com/smoothjazzfest and WVMV Smooth JazzFest
Tickets $30 to $105. Schedule and full information is on website.

June 19-20, 2009 (fri-sat): Island Festival in Kalamazoo (south of Grand Rapids).
official websites: www.islandfestkalamazoo.com and www.myspace.com/islandfestival
14th annual. for 13 years, "the Island Festival has presented international, national, regional, and local talent and is the largest celebration of the Caribbean culture in Michigan." features reggae music.

June 19-20, 2009 (fri-sat): Hot Blues and BBQ / Detroit Blues Challenge 2009 in Oxford (north of Detroit).
official website: www.hotbluesandbbq.com
5th annual, Free Admission Both Days. 3 events starting with the kickoff concert on Friday evening, followed by Detroit Blues Challenge starting at noon on Saturday, and the core festival beginning at 4pm on Saturday. Event is part of a series of competitions in which winning acts advance to the next round, with the ultimate goal of sending one band from Metro Detroit to the National Blues Competition in Memphis, Tenn.

June 19-20, 2009 (fri-sat): Rockin Blues Cruise - 6th Annual in Eastpointe (just north of Detroit).
no website, see info published April 10th on The Macomb Daily. Event is presented by the Eastpointe Rotary Club ph# 586-445-4406, and is associated with the annual Cruisin' Gratiot car cruise.

June 19-21, 2009 (fri-sun): Music at Belleville National Strawberry Festival in Belleville (west of Detroit).
official web page: www.nationalstrawberryfest.com/entertainment.htm 
annual event. Downtown area has 3 stages of live entertainment. Variety of local bands and artists are featured and their schedules will be posted, plus "Strawberry Idol" singing competition.

June 20, 2009 (sat): Spirit of the Woods Folk Festival - 32nd Annual in Brethren, MI (northwest lower peninsula). official web page: www.spiritofthewoods.org/festival.html
Free Admission.

June 20, 2009 (sat): Annual Benefit Concert for Summer Wind Farms Animal Sanctuary in Brown City (bottom of Thumb). information: www.swfsanctuary.org
Annual family friendly tour & concert fundraiser. Cost is $15 per-person, kids under 10 get in free. "Our facility sits on 140 acres and is home to over 200 animals. We are a non-profit, USDA Licensed sanctuary for exotic birds, animals and reptiles."

June 20, 2009 (sat): Muck and the Mires at the New Dodge Lounge in Hamtramck (north of Downtown Detroit).
Boston's Muck and the Mires, voted number one Garage Rock band in the US by Little Steven Van Zandt, make their Detroit area debut. The band is currently on tour supporting their new album, Hypnotic (Dirty Water Records - London), produced by rock legend Kim Fowley. The album features a 3D cover along with 3D glasses.
New Dodge is at 8850 Jos Campau, Hamtramck, MI 48212. ph# 313-874-5963. Admission is $5, ages 21+.
For more information, please visit www.newdodgelounge.com or www.muckandthemires.com
MADMAN'S NOTE: when you are there, don't hesitate to go up to the band and say "Madman Mike Says HI" Mike is getting one of their CDs and you can too. Experience the show, meet the band, get rocked!

June 20, 2009 (sat): "The Night Before Fathers Day – Northville" - acoustic event showcasing local fathers performing music with their children at Solid Grounds Coffee House 6pm to 9pm. 133 W Main St #222, Northville, MI 48167, phone 248-348-9737. Moms are encouraged to take photos to show off on Fathers Day. Admission is FREE, fathers that would like to perform with their children must RSVP to Chris Badynee (734)425-7545.

June 20, 2009 (sat): "The Night Before Fathers Day – Plymouth" - acoustic event showcasing local fathers performing music with their children at Plymouth Coffee Bean 8pm to 11pm. 884 Penniman Ave, Plymouth, MI 48170, phone 734-454-0178. Moms are encouraged to take photos to show off on Fathers Day. Admission is FREE, fathers that would like to perform with their children must RSVP to Chris Badynee (734)425-7545.

June 25, 2009 (thu): Huge Audio/Visual Auction in Ann Arbor - featuring equipment for Music Entertainment, Shows, Presentations. Lots of Amps, speakers, mixers, mic's, wireless mic systems, audio consoles, cd players, projectors, lights, pars, tripod screens, cords, cables, dimmers, controllers, road cases, adaptors, video monitors, kits, stands, rigging equipment, audio snakes, equalizers, much more.

June 25-28, 2009 (thu-sun): "Above The Bridge" Songwriters Weekend in the U.P.
official information: Curtis Community Arts Council - CCAC
2nd Annual in 2009. Local musicians hosted an all inclusive workshop weekend for songwriters and music lovers alike in the beautiful Upper Peninsula at Chamberlin's Ole Forest Inn in Curtis, MI. Weekend had lodging, meals, workshops, critique sessions, open stage performances, and a concert from the music award winning songwriting staff. Proceeds benefit the CCAC.

June 25-27, 2009 (thur-sat): Charlotte Bluegrass Festival - 37th Annual in Charlotte (lower Mid-MI).
official website: www.wilderbluegrassfestival.com/charlotte.htm
"The Oldest Continuous Bluegrass Festival in Michigan". tickets $35 to $65 per-person, children under 12 free with parents.

June 25 - July 5, 2009: Muskegon Summer Celebration in Muskegon (West Michigan).
official website: www.summercelebration.com
Annual music fest. "11-day all star music extravaganza complete with family fun for all ages." in 2008 Adult 11 Day Pass was $91 or $101, Child 11 Day Pass $47 or $51, plus Individual tickets for concerts. National and local music acts.

June 26-28, 2009 (fri-sun): Music at Stars and Stripes Festival in Mount Clemens (northeast of Detroit).
official website: www.starsandstripesfest.com and music schedule
FREE admission. Performances by national and local bands, over 75 performances, four stages. Plus there's art, fireworks and more.

June 26-27, 2009 (fri-sat): Alpena Blues Festival - 5th Annual in Alpena (northeast lower peninsula).
official website: www.alpenablues.com
At the Alpena County Fairgrounds which has a covered stage & grandstand, also has camping sites.

June 27, 2009 (sat): Jazzin' on Jefferson in Detroit (near Grosse Pointe Park).
official website: www.jazzinonjefferson.com
6th Annual. Street festival featuring three stages of entertainment, mostly blues and jazz.

June 30, 2009 (tue): Celebratory Tribute to Michael Jackson at Chene Park in Detroit. 313-393-0292.

Cornstock Music Festival in Scotts (Southwest MI) - EVENT STATUS FOR 2009 UNKNOWN as of 6-12-2009.
official website: www.cornstockmusicfest.com

Rock City - Music Festival in Detroit - EVENT STATUS FOR 2009 UNKNOWN as of 6-12-2009.
It was presented by Detour - a former web magazine, see 2008 info

Music at Detroit Festival of the Arts not in 2009, back in 2010.
official website: www.detroitfestival.com - skipping 2009 due to major construction in the area.

 

 

July 

July 1-4, 2009 (wed-sat): Detroit Symphony Orchestra Annual Salute To America - in Dearborn (Metro Detroit).
Held in Greenfield Village, part of The Henry Ford. general admission $22.50.

July 1-5, 2009 (wed-sun): Music at Comerica CityFest 2009 - in Detroit (formerly called Comerica TasteFest).
official web site: www.newcenter.com/cityfest/info.htm
FREE Admission. International, regional and local musical acts on four stages. performing schedule will be posted.

July 2-5, 2009 (thu-sun): Rothbury Music Festival - in Rothbury (Western MI).
official website: www.rothburyfestival.com
2nd fest to be held at the Double JJ Ranch. Many music genres featuring a lot of national and local music acts. Tickets cost $345 (plus fees and other charges), a ticket layaway program is available up to April 15th.

July 2-5, 2009 (thu-sun): Cedar Polka Fest 2009 - in Cedar (Northwest MI).
Admission $5 to $20. several days of polka music, dancing, food, beverages and a parade on saturday. Annual festival is held late June or early July. [info when available].

July 6-12, 2009 (mon-sun): Common Ground Music Festival - in downtown Lansing.
official website: www.commongroundfest.com
Annual event. "The featured component of Common Ground - top-shelf, national musical performers - will occupy two (2) main stages each night. Keeping with the design of the event, the headline shows will spotlight numerous contemporary musical formats including: Country, Classic Rock, New Rock and R&B. While the best available national talent will top-off each night of the festival, a variety of local, regional and other national performers will ignite other festival stages with non-stop music of all kinds throughout the Festival."

July 9-11, 2009 (thu-sat): Idlewild Music Fest - in Idlewild (West MI).
official web page: www.historicidlewild.com/Idlewild%20Fest.htm
Annual. Rediscovering our musical roots on Williams Island. Bring your lawn chair for great entertainment in the majestic outdoor setting on Idlewild Lake. Music, Food & Vendors. Blues & Soul, Reggae, R&B, Jazz. 2008 Tickets were $10/day (Fri Sat) advance, $15/day gate. Children under 12 free. For tickets and info: 231-745-7712.

July 9-11, 2009 (thu-sat): Kalamazoo Blues Festival in Kalamazoo (West MI).
official web page: www.kvba.org/fest.html
16th Annual is put on by the Kalamazoo Valley Blues Association (KVBA) and will be happening at the Downtown Arcadia Festival Place. Fest held annually in July.

July 10-11, 2009 (fri-sat): Michigan Elvisfest - in Ypsilanti.
official website: www.mielvisfest.org
Annual event. Tickets: Friday (5 PM to Midnight): $15 per person, Saturday (Noon to Midnight): $20 per person, Children 12 years and under admitted free. Discount tickets will be available online. "One of The Largest Elvisfest Concerts in North America! This not a contest but a true concert with spectacular performances, from the first act to the last act, by the best professional Elvis Tribute Artists in North America." includes local.

July 10-12, 2009 (fri-sun): Blissfest 2009 - in Harbor Springs (northwest tip of lower peninsula).
official website: www.blissfest.org/festival/news2008.html
29th Annual Folk & Roots Festival, all ages. Fest has Retro and Nouveau Roots music and will include Bluegrass, Blues, Cajun, Celtic, Folk, Jazz, Latin, Ethnic and World music and dance. Weekend Tickets $30 to $85, camping available for $18 to $25.

July 11, 2009 (sat): Michigan Vet Fest Benefit Concert - at Dearborn Elks Club Post 1945 (west side of Detroit).
official websites: www.michiganvetfest.org and www.myspace.com/vetfest
Michigan Veterans Festival (annual), 100% of proceeds goes to help veterans in need. Fest 2009 featured approximately 12 music performances, two dance teams, Charity Bike Ride, local celebrities.

July 11, 2009 (sat): Dirt Fest 13 Music and Culture Festival - at Birch Run Expo Center (north of Flint).
official website: www.dirtfest.com
Annual festival, many bands, 4 stages "celebrating a collaboration of MANY different styles of music. Metal, punk, alternative, emo, hip-hop, hardcore, grind, indie, pop, and more showcasing the progression of established favorites, while giving amazing up-and-comers a chance to make their mark." tickets $20 in advance, $29 at the gate.

July 15, 2009 (wed): Manistique Main Waterfront Concert - at the Manistique Marina in the U.P.
Free admission, a non-profit event, starts 7:30pm. more info at : www.awsomanistique.com

July 16-18, 2009 (thu-sat): Beaver Island Music Festival - on Beaver Island, near Charlevoix.
official website: www.beaverislandmusicfestival.com
11+ music artists. festival promotes variety and tradition of all music and art. camping available. tickets are required and available online, advance discount tickets available, camping-shuttle-ferry-air tickets also available online.

July 17, 2009 (fri): Hiawatha Traditional Music Festival - in Marquette (U.P.).
official website: www.hiawathamusic.org
31st Annual. "Each year's event features traditional-music styles that include bluegrass, old-time, Cajun, Celtic, acoustic blues and folk - including singer/songwriters - and dance. Mainstage acts include nationally known performers as well as regional and local favorites. The Festival also has special areas for children and teens with organized activities and performances designed for those age groups."

July 17-18, 2009 (fri-sat): Kid Rock at Comerica Park (baseball stadium) in Downtown Detroit.

July 18, 2009 (sat): Flint Folk Music Festival - 10th Annual - in Flint. 2009 Info

July 18, 2009 (sat): Flint Motorcycle Club Annual Battle of The Bands (Music Fest) - in Otisville (next to Flint).
official website: flintmotorcycleclub.com/battleofthebands.html
10th Annual. 2008 Presale Tickets: $5, Gate $10. Join us for a day of great Michigan musical entertainment, provided by great local Michigan musicians. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets for maximum comfort. No Pets - No Coolers - No Children.

July 18-19, 2009 (sat-sun), 2008: Concert of Colors - 17th Annual Diversity Festival - in downtown Detroit.
official website: www.concertofcolors.com
FREE admission, held in and around the Max M Fisher Music Center on Wooward Ave. Features musical acts from around the world including some local. Attracts over 100,000 people, 3 stages.

July 19, 2009 (sun): Michigan Jazz Festival - in Livonia (west of Detroit).
official website: www.michiganjazzfestival.homestead.com
noon to 9:30pm. annual event features real jazz, not "pop crossover" stuff. Held on the 3rd Sunday in July at Schoolcraft College in Livonia.

July 20, 2009 (mon): Auditions for Young Jeezy / Lil Wayne Tour - at HD Sound in Oak Park, 8-11pm.
information at: www.mlive.com/entertainment/detroit/index.ssf/2009/07/auditions_for_young_jeezy_tour.html
www.myfoxdetroit.com/dpp/entertainment/music/Auditions_Coming_for_Young_Je
www.clickondetroit.com/entertainment/20115710/detail.html
They're looking for male and female vocalists, one guitar player, one saxaphonist and one trumpeter to join a national tour with Young Jeezy and Lil Wayne. Must be 18 or older. The Urban F.L.A.V.A. Company is hosting the auditions. Oak Park is just north of Detroit.

July 23-25, 2009 (thu-sat): Marshall Bluegrass Festival - at the Calhoun County Fairgrounds.
official website: www.marshallbluegrass.com/home2

July 24-25, 2009 (fri-sat): Heatstock Blues Festival and Pig Roast - in Fostoria (near Lapeer, northwest of Detroit).
for information (when available): No Cover Productions. tickets $30 (day) or $40/$50 (two day). approximately 13 blues acts and two all-star jam sessions, lots of food. camping available.

July 25, 2009 (sat): Corktown Music Festival - in Detroit.
official website: www.corktownmusicfestival.com
2nd Annual, Free Admission, 3 stages, an all ages event. Takes place at Roosevelt Park, 2200 Michigan Ave, Detroit, MI. Park is in front of Michigan Central Station (the old train station).

July 25, 2009 (sat): Suttons Bay Blues Festival - in Suttons Bay (northwest lower peninsula).
official websites: www.suttonsbaybluesfestival.com and suttonsbayarea.com 2009 page
noon till 9pm. tickets $20 in advance, $25 at gate.

July 26, 2009 (sun): 89X 18th Birthday Bash - at DTE Music Theatre in Clarkston (northwest of Detroit).

July 30 - Aug 1, 2009 (thur-sat): Sterlingfest Art and Jazz Fair in Sterling Heights (just north of Detroit). 28th in 2009, Sterlingfest mixes the tradition of an arts &crafts fair with a jazz and blues stage, a Suds'n'Sounds stage, Top 40 entertainment, AT&T Kidzfest children's activities and entertainment stage, a family midway, local restaurateurs and a main national headliner stage.

July 30 - Aug 2, 2009 (thur-sun): Woodtick Music Festival - in the U.P.
official website: www.woodtickfestival.com
Annual. "Woodtick Music Festival is a home-grown, Upper Peninsula style shindig featuring a variety of regional and not so regional bands who all have one thing in common .... they're damn good!"

July 31 (fri) Cancer Benefit at the Magic Bag - in Ferndale, featuring Harry Chronic Jr. and Anne Be Davis.

July 31 - Aug 1, 2009 (fri-sat): Music at St. Clair Riverfest - in St. Clair (north of Detroit).
official website: www.stclairriverfest.com and music schedule
FREE admission.

July 31 - Aug 1, 2009 (fri-sat): Saugatuck-Douglas Jazz Festival - in West MI.
official website: www.s-djazz.com
Tickets $20 to $70 per-person, depending on venue, jazz performers, or combo tickets. List of performers and schedule are posted on website.

July 31 - Aug 2, 2009 (fri-sun): Dunegrass - in Empire (northwest lower peninsula).
official websites: www.dunegrass3.org and www.myspace.com/dunegrassfestival2009
17th year, the Sleeping Bear Dunegrass Festival offers a wide range of musical styles. This year's lineup includes bands and individual performers offering blues, roots, rock, reggae, bluegrass, progressive, funk and contemporary acoustic music, performing on two stages. The first 500 tickets will be at a special price of $55 for a three-day ticket. Ticket price at the gate will be $85 for a three-day ticket. More than 20 acres of property for parking, primitive camping, food and craft vendors, safety services, kids tent, events tent.

 

August

1st Annual Detroit Youth Blues Challenge - Entry Deadline is August 31, 2009. Main Event in October.

August 1, 2009 (sat): Riverfolk Music & Arts Festival - in Manchester (a little southwest of Ann Arbor).
official website: www.riverfolkfestival.org
8th Annual. "Known for its peaceful atmosphere, this award-winning festival of traditional folk, bluegrass and world music continues to evolve, and features new creative artists, an array of music and dance workshops, giant mural paintings, stage shows and wonders for the kids that include instrument-making, face painting, water maze, more. Festival will also be kicking off its first annual Old-Time Fiddle Competiton. Night before is Riverfolk Unplugged, an opportunity to mingle with festival artists and performers during this outdoor pre-festival dance and dinner party."

August 1, 2009 (sat): Flint Rock Fest 2009 - in Flint.
official websites: www.flintrockfest.com and myspace.com/flintfest
A FREE, all ages rockin' family event with around 16 bands, held at Kearsley Park, 900-971 Kearsley Park Blvd, Flint, MI 48503, from noon-10pm then the afterparty at Corunna Road Bar, 3110 Corunna Rd, Flint, MI 48503. This is a rain or shine, no alcohol event (drinking starts at the after party).

August 4-9, 2009 (tue-sun): Michigan Womyn's Music Festival in Northern Michigan.
official website: www.michfest.com
Intergenerational tribe of womyn come together to make music, art, performance and community.

August 6-8, 2009 (thu-sat): Unity Festival (Unity Christian Music Festival) - in West MI.
official website: sites.advancedministry.com/unitymusicfestival

August 7, 2009 (fri): "Runaway" Guitar Auction - at the the Del Shannon Car Show in Coopersville. details

August 7-8, 2009 (fri-sat): CowPie Blues Festival 2009 - in Alaska, MI (a little southeast of Grand Rapids).
official website: www.cowpiebluesfestival.com
many bands, presented by the Michigan Heritage Music Association, "The CowPie", is now a two day annual event ending on the second Saturday in August. Music, crafts, food and camping. Festival is held on a forty acres farm, tents are brought in, no pets allowed, tickets available June 1st.

August 7-9, 2009 (fri-sun): Bluegrass In The Park 2009 - in Atlanta, MI (northeast lower peninsula)
official website: www.bluegrassinthepark.com
At Briley Township Park on the Thunder Bay River. "All bluegrass musicians welcome!" Entry charge for spectators is a free will donation to the Festival Fund to help with expenses, bring your own lawn chair. Vendors with music wares welcome. Features individual competitions (with cash prizes) in guitar, banjo, fiddle and mandolin; band competition and band scramble, parkin' lot pickin' all weekend. Held annualy on the first full weekend in August rain or shine.

August 7-9, 2009 (fri-sun): Great Lakes Folk Festival - in East Lansing.
official website: www.greatlakesfolkfest.net
annual festival. free. "includes 100 musicians or dancers in groups who perform at least twice and sometimes as many as four times over the weekend, traditional and other food vendors, craft vendors and many other individual artists/demonstrators. There are five performance stages (including one with a 2,400 sq. ft. dance floor), ..."

August 7-9, 2009 (fri-sun): Grand Marais Music and Arts Festival - 28th Annual - in the U.P. (upper peninsula)
official website: grandmaraismichigan.com/MusicFestival/index.htm
Bluegrass, Blues, Classic Rock, Americana, Rockabilly, Jazz/Rock, Acoustic, more. An open mic second stage, artisans, food vendors, fun for the whole family, on-site camping available. Tickets at the gate: $10 to $35, Children 12 and under Free when accompanied by an adult, camping extra.

August 7-9, 2009 (fri-sun): Music at Milford Memories Summer Festival - in Milford (northwest of Detroit).
entertainment schedule and music artists page
annual festival with over 200,000 attendees. variety of events and activities.

August 7-9, 2009 (fri-sun): Flint Jazz Festival - 28th Annual - in Flint.
information at www.geneseefun.com/event/cat/music
Held in Riverbank Park in downtown Flint, festival provides a venue for local talent and also gives attendees a chance to see regional and national headliners perform.

August 7-16, 2009: Cheeseburger in Caseville - Annual - (Caseville is in Michigan's thumb).
official website: www.cheeseburgerincaseville.org [info 2]
Annual event. Caseville is transformed into Key North for this 10 days festival that celebrates the lifestyle and music made popular by Jimmy Buffett. Adults and kids alike will enjoy the music of over a dozen performers and bands. Event features the "Parade of Tropical Fools", Best Cheeseburger Contest, more.

August 12, 2009 (wed): Musicians & Composers Copyright Workshop - 1-5PM at the Russell St. Bazaar in Detroit. Anyone who creates music of whatever style and for whatever audience is welcome. Cost is $10 (Fee waived for people with disabilities). For more information call 248-767-2217 or 313-832-3303.

August 13-15, 2009 (thu-sat): Milan Bluegrass Festival - 12th Annual - in Milan (Southeast MI).
official website: www.wilderbluegrassfestival.com/milan.htm
tickets $35 to $65 per-person, children under 12 free with parents.

August 13-16, 2009 (thu-sun): Farmfest 09 - in Johannesburg (northern lower peninsula).
official website: www.farm-fest.com
Annual four day traditional music festival, a musician's playground. Gates open on Thursday. Main stage music begins on Friday. Drum Kiva, Fire circle jams, Parkin lot pickin, candle light labryinth walk, 2nd stage open mic, Blow your Face off harmonica contest, dances till 2am, kids stuff, workshops, great food, sacred land. Admission will be by donation ($50 suggested by not requierd).

August 14-22, 2009: Frankenmuth Summer Music Fest - in Frankenmuth (East/Mid MI).
official information: www.frankenmuthfestivals.com/?page_id=4
22nd, annual festival.

August 15, 2009 (sat): Geek Aid 2009 - in Grand Rapids (West Michigan).
official websites: www.geekaidmich.com and myspace
Free Event open to all. Features a family-oriented activity with an eclectic mix of musicians, artists, beer tent, more. All proceeds will go to support education through the Geek Aid Scholarship Fund.

August 20-23, 2009 (thu-sun): Thrive Music Festival and Carnival - in Farmington Hills (just northwest of Detroit).
official website: www.thrivefest.com
Over 60 bands for all ages. Free Admission and Parking, many family activities, carnival rides cost extra.

August 21-22, 2009 (fri-sat): Lansing Bless Fest - in Lansing at Riverfront Park.
official website: www.mediamessengers.org/blessfest.html
5th Annual Free Christian Rock, Country and Hip Hop Concert Festival. Fri. 6 p.m.-10 p.m. & Sat.: 12 p.m.-10 p.m.

August 21-22, 2009 (fri-sat): Sky Festivals Southwest Michigan Jazz Fest - in Battle Creek at the Sports Page.
official website: www.skysfestivals.com
Two days of non-stop Jazz music, entertainment, games, food, drinks and fun for everyone. Both Friday and Saturday also include fun activities for children such as arts and crafts, bouncy toys and instrument workshops with some of the musicians. Tickets $7 at the door, $5 in advance.

August 21-23, 2009 (fri-sun): Hoxeyville Music Festival - in Hoxeyville (just west of Cadillac off M-55).
official website: www.hoxeyville.com
3 day event featuring many state, regional and national acts with rustic camping sites for RV's and campers, food and craft vendors, kids area with special music and crafts, canoe trips, music workshops given by many of the performers and an open mic stage all in a beautiful north woods setting.

August 22, 2009 (sat): Great Lakes Irish Music Festival - in Comstock Park (West MI).
official website: www.greatlakesirishmusicfestival.com
Held at Fifth Third Ballpark, it proudly showcases the outstanding music and traditions of Ireland. An authentically Irish Celebration in only the traditional manner, featuring the finest performances out of Ireland on stage, on going Sessions, Irish dancers, food, merchandise and special children's area. All seating is General Admission, Tickets last year: $12 for adults. Kid's 12 & under are free. Parking: $5 for cars, $10 for buses and RV's.

August 22, 2009 (sat): Billy Davis CD Release Party - at Memphis Smoke, 100 S Main, Royal Oak, MI. 248-543-4300. Blues artist info and CD available on No Cover Productions.

August 25, 2009 (tue): Music Showcase to Benefit the Homeless Citizens of Detroit ("Song for Shelter") - in the Jazz Cafe at Music Hall, 350 Madison Ave, Detroit, MI 48226. phone 313-887-8501. Tickets are $10. "Song for Shelter" will showcase a number of local jazz and soul artists, proceeds to benefit Cass Community Social Services.

August 28-29, 2009 (fri-sat): Music at Lebfest - Lebanese Festival in Northville (northwest of Detroit).
official website: www.lebanesefestival.org
Baalbeck-style concert on the main stage (bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on) and other live entertainment. plus Authentic Lebanese Cuisine, International Artisans, Ethnic Bazaar & Market, Cultural Displays, more.

August 28-30, 2009 (fri-sun): Porcupine Mountains Music Festival - in the U.P. (upper peninsula)
official website: www.porkiesfestival.org
Annual festival held in the Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park. 3 days of music, over 30 artists on 2 outdoor stages, featuring folk, blues, bluegrass and contemporary music from top-class nationally touring artists, up and coming Michigan artists, and regional performers. 2008 Tickets were $30 to $70. However, there are advance ticket discounts.

August 28-30, 2009 (fri-sun): Blues By The Bay - 8th Annual - in East Tawas (Lake Huron shoreline, East MI).
official website: www.bluesbythebaytawas.com
Three day blues festival presented by the Tawas Bay Blues Society (TBBS). tickets $20, includes all 3 days, children free. Performance Schedule is on website.

August 29-30, 2009 (sat-sun): Music at the Peoples Arts Festival - in Detroit.
3rd annual in 2009. Free Admission, Over 40 Bands and Performers at this festival devoted to all aspects of the art community, encompassing art, music, film and the rebirth of Detroit. held at the Russell Industrial Center.

2009? The Potato Extravaganza - in the Port Huron/Thumb area.
official website: www.myspace.com/thepotatoextravaganza
2nd in 2008, advance tickets were $10. An all day event featuring over 20 Michigan bands, plus art exhibits, vendors, more.

2009? Silver Maple Music Festival - in Comstock Park (West MI).
former website: www.silvermaplemusicfestival.com

TBA 2009 (tue-thur): Mackinac Music Festival - on Mackinac Island (top of lower peninsula).
official web page: www.mackinacartscouncil.org/music.htm
4th Annual in 2008, 3 days of music at various locations on Mackinac Island. Most events were free, some required tickets.

TBA 2009 (sat-sun): "The Gathering" Acoustical Guitar Festival - in Trenton (just south of Detroit).
Annual Free two day event, local acoustic guitar groups and individuals, open mic format.

TBA 2009 (fri-sun): Thumbfest - 7th Annual - in Lexington (in Michigan's Thumb).
official website: www.bluewaterfolk.org/thumbfest
Free Admission, features Three Main Stages, Dance Hall, Jam Site, Workshops, Kid's Area, Song Circle Craft Area.

Ann Arbor Blues and Jazz Festival Cancelled Till Further Notice
official website: www.a2bluesjazz.org. Founded in 1969, was held almost annually. Due to lack of funding, last one held in 2007.

 

September

September 4-5, 2009 (fri-sat): The Jamboree - in Ypsilanti (west of Detroit, near Ann Arbor).
official website: www.the-jamboree.com
An outdoor festival celebrating the best music, food and art found in Washtenaw County. Family-friendly Music Festival with Bluegrass, Roots, Americana, other Regional Acts. Tickets at the gate: Friday $15, Saturday $20.

September 4-7, 2009 (fri-mon): Detroit International Jazz Festival - in Downtown Detroit on the Riverfront.
official website: www.detroitjazzfest.com
Annual Detroit Jazz Fest. Free Admission, Six stages, Jazz & American music.

TBA 2010 (fri-mon): Arts, Beats & Eats Festival in Royal Oak (just north of Detroit).
official website: www.artsbeatseats.com
Annual fest, $2 Admission each day. Oakland County's Summer Festival, 150+ music acts, 150 artists, many restaurants. held every Labor Day Weekend. Festival moves from Pontiac to Royal Oak in 2010.

September 5-6, 2009 (sat-sun): Marquette Area Blues Fest 2009 - in Marquette (U.P., upper peninsula)
official website: www.marquetteareabluessociety.org with 6th Annual - 2009 info
Marquette Area Blues Society (MABS) Annual Blues Festival in the Upper Peninsula includes 10 scheduled main performances, music workshops, dance workshops, post-festival parties. Tickets: Daily $25 (gate only), weekend $40 available till Aug 29th, children 14 and under free.

September 11-13, 2009 (fri-sun): Wheatland Music Festival - 36th Annual - in Remus (Mid-Michigan).
official website: www.wheatlandmusic.org
Festival held the first weekend after Labor day in September. 160-acre festival site, juried arts and crafts show, raffle, children's activities, teen and young adult activities, instrument and dance workshops, music, food. Impromptu jam sessions can be found throughout the campgrounds all weekend long. Weekend tickets sold in advance only, Sunday only tickets are available at the gate.

September 12, 2009 (sat): Dally in the Alley - Music - in Detroit.
official website: www.dallyinthealley.com
32nd Year. 4 stages featuring many styles of music, plus a local artists gallery. rain date is Sept 13th.

September 12, 2009 (sat): Annual Smokin' Jazz & Barbecue Blues Festival - in Downtown Brighton (northwest of Detroit). information when available: Greater Brighton Area Chamber of Commerce event calendar
Free Admission. "Not only does this event bring you authentic jazz, blues and zydeco, but it also offers some of the tastiest barbecue this side of the Mason/Dixon line."

September 13, 2009 (sun): Sing Out for a Cure - 2-9pm at the Eagle's Hall on 4700 N Grand River, in Lansing (just west of the airport). Benefit fundraiser for ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease). Proceeds go to ALS Therapy Development Institute (www.als.net). 6 Great Bands, Food & Cash Bar, Raffle prizes, First 100 people receive free copy of "Toxic Charm", acclaimed new CD by Ace Noface, a Lansing musician with ALS who wrote the whole piano-rock CD with one finger. Admission is $5.

September 19, 2009 (sat): Jake's Music Festival - in Grand Rapids (West MI).
official web pages: www.jakesmusicfestival.blogspot.com and www.myspace.com/jakesmusicfestival
Held at the Wealthy Street Theatre, show starts at 5pm, tickets are $10. This year 7 local bands/music acts will get together for a concert to benefit Jake as well as the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.

September 18-20, 2009 (fri-sun): Michigan Irish Music Festival - in downtown Muskegon (West Michigan).
official website: www.michiganirish.org
Festival features an outstanding line-up of music on 3 stages, an Irish Pub, Market vendors, cultural activities, more. tickets: daily admission charge or $25 for a three day pass.

September 18-20, 2009 (fri-sun): FallFest Bluegrass Festival - in Lowell (West Michigan)
official information on: www.wmbma.org/events.html
14th Annual in 2009. Music Festival is put on by the West Michigan Bluegrass Music Association (W.M.B.M.A.), held at the Kent County Fairgrounds. tickets $5 to $25, camping available.

September 25-26, 2009 (fri-sat): FemCon - in Lansing at Basement 414.
official information: www.myspace.com/brf07. annual two day pro-feminist rock show and festival.

September 25-26, 2009 (fri-sat): Oktoberfest West Michigan - in Grand Rapids (West MI).
official website: www.oktoberfestwestmichigan.com
Free Admission, free parking, held at John Ball Park, put on by the Edelweiss Club. German music, dancing, authentic German food, beer tent, hosting the largest known Alphorn Ensamble in the US, and more.

September 25-26, 2009 (fri-sat): Roscommon Oktoberfest - in Roscommon (northern lower peninsula).
official information: www.roscommonrotary.com/oktoberfest.htm
Bands, beer tent, food and Texas Hold Em at the K of C Hall, $5 entry fee.

TBA 2009 (sat): Annual Fall Fundraiser for WHFR-FM - in Dearborn (west side of Detroit).
All proceeds go to WHFR FM 89.3 which programs Alternative Variety, music little heard elsewhere on Detroit area radio stations.

2009? Just Let Me Breathe benefit concert - Rock Cystic Fibrosis in Metro Detroit.
official web page: www.letsrockcf.org/jlmb.html  general info: Rock Cystic Fibrosis
5th Annual in 2008 was at the Royal Oak Music Theatre, all ages, tickets $20, put on by the Rock CF Foundation.

2009? Ann Arbor Blues and Jazz Festival in Ann Arbor.
official website: www.a2bluesjazz.org
2008 was cancelled, was an annual festival till last year. (founded in 1969).

 

October

October 2-3, 2009 (fri-sat): 11th Annual Motor City Blues & Boogie Woogie Festival - at Callahan's in Auburn Hills (northwest of Detroit). official information: www.amrf.net
Put on by the American Music Research Foundation whose purpose is capturing artists on video, both in performance and interviews, to be retained in their archives for historical purposes and to create programs for public television. Tickets last year were $35 each night for general admission, $75 VIP tickets, cash bar.

October 3, 2009: (sat): Old-Time Fiddlers Contest - Annual Michigan State Championship - in New Boston (southwest of Detroit). official information: www.huronapplefest.com/fiddlerscontest.php
24th in 2009. Contestants must play a waltz, a schottische, a jig and a reel in a manner suitable to Michigan old-time dancing. Contestants will be judged on tempo/timing, intonation, expression and repertoire. There is a non-refundable $10 entry fee. Annual contest is part of the Huron Township Applefest.

October 4, 2009: (sun): Michigan State Polka Music Hall of Fame - Fall Banquet, Induction & Dance - in Owosso (Mid-MI, west of Flint). For information and tickets call Virgil Baker at 616-706-0347.
Held at the Z.C.B.J. Hall, 1775 Owosso St, Owosso, MI. Open to the public. Admission $20 per person, includes banquet & dance. Doors open at Noon. Music 4-8 PM provided by Jeff Stasa & the Harmony Tones, Robert Kolo & The Misty Blues Orchestra, and Virgil Baker & the Just 4 Fun Band.

October 4, 2009: (sun): Detroit Music Awards Showcase - at Memphis Smoke in Royal Oak. 100 S Main St, Royal Oak, MI (near 11 Mile). We will be announcing the date for the 2010 DMAs at the Showcase and will be giving away two pairs of tickets to the show! $5 Donation (Minimum) at the door starting 7pm. info at www.detroitmusicawards.net

October 12-14, 2009 (mon-wed): MME - Metro Music Expo 2009 - in Novi (northwest of Detroit).
official websites: www.metromusicexpo.com and www.myspace.com/metromusicexpo
Seminars, Clinics, Live Performances, Everything Music Under One Roof. A consumer exposition event that aims to bring together all things music: instrument manufacturers, music retailers, home audio equipment, production equipment, vintage guitars, collectibles ... if it is related to music, it will have a presence! Held at Rock Financial Showplace located at 46100 Grand River Ave, Novi, MI 48374.

October 14-17, 2009: (wed-sat): Edgefest 2009 - in Ann Arbor.
official information on: www.kerrytownconcerthouse.com
Annual Jazz and Creative Music festival. Edgefest events take place at several venues. Concerts were scheduled so festival goers could experience all shows at all venues. Reservations accepted for individual concerts and a festival wide "Edgepass" for admission to all shows was available.

October 18, 2009: (sun): Detroit Blues Challenge 2009 Finals - at the Magic Bag in Ferndale, MI (just north of Detroit).
Finals competition to determine musicians to represent Detroit at the International Blues Competition in Memphis early next year.

October 18, 2009: (sun): PolkaFest - in Troy at the The American Polish Cultural Center. Advance Tickets $15 per-person, at the Door $18 per-person.

October 30, 2009 (fri): Zombie Dance Party 6 - at the Magic Stick music bar in Detroit, located at 4120-4140 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI, phone 313-833-9700. Party's sixth year, ages 21+, bands plus djs. Dressing up as a zombie is highly recommended. Admission $10. info at www.myspace.com/zombiedanceparty

October 31, 2009 (sat): International Gospel Music Hall of Fame and Museum Induction and Awards - in Detroit. official websites: www.igmhf.org and www.myspace.com/igmhf
13th Annual Induction and Awards Celebration held at the Max M. Fisher Music Center. Tickets are $75 in advance and $100 at the door. To purchase tickets call 313-592-0017 or visit www.igmhf.org.

 

November

November 5-8 and 12-15, 2009:: Annual Lamb's Retreat for Songwriters in Harbor Springs (northwest tip of lower peninsula). official website: www.springfed.org/Songwriters.html
15th Annual, presented by Springfed Arts.

November 7, 2009: (sat): Michigan Competing Band Association State Championship - in Detroit at Ford Field. High School Marching bands, Drum & Bugle Corps style bands in four MCBA Flights of Competition. Tickets are available the day of the event at Ford Field, Cash Only. info on MCBA website

November 12, 2009: (thur): Royal Oak Music Festival in Royal Oak (just north of Detroit). multiple venues. details

November 21, 2009 (sat): Motown 50 Golden Gala - at the Detroit Marriot on Detroit's Riverfront. Tickets $350 to $1,000. Hosted by comedian and actor Sinbad. Dinner, Honors and Special Guest Performances, featured performance by The Temptations. download full information or call 313-875-2264.

2009? Urban Organic Music/Art Festival in Detroit.
official website: www.urban-organic.net
Annual multi-venue music and art festival celebrating positive, emerging, and progressive soul and hip-hop artists from around the world. several fest events charge admission.

 

December

December 4 & 6, 2009: (fri & sun): 2 Christmas Concerts by Novi Choralaires with Talacoda Handbell Quartet in Novi. tickets $12 each. details

TBA 2009: (sat): Detroit Blues Society Annual Holiday Bash and Jam at Memphis Smoke in Royal Oak (just north of Detroit). 100 S. Main St, Royal Oak, MI 48067. ph# 248-543-4300. 9pm - 1am.

December 25, 2009 (friday): Do You Hear What I Hear? Santa Claus is Coming To Town so Have a Holly Jolly Christmas, Deck The Halls, Roast Chestnuts on an Open Fire, and don't Get Run Over By a Reindeer! Merry Christmas to all my fellow Michigan residents and to everyone around the world.

TBA 2009: Annual Motor City Music Foundation Holiday Blues Bash - held last year at Memphis Smoke in Royal Oak.

December 31st: Enjoy Great Party Music at New Year's Eve Parties throughout all Michigan!

New Year's Eve Party With Madman Mike Your Musical Slave
December 31, 2009 - a thursday night
Where: Redford Moose - Lodge 1743. located just west of Detroit in Redford.
Address: 24601 5 Mile Rd, Redford, MI 48239. south side of 5 Mile, a little west of Telegraph Rd.
Cover: NO COVER CHARGE
Details: cash bar, dress comfortable, ages 21 and up. Madman Mike will be unleashed as the DJ music entertainment this night. Music will be popular dance from the oldies to the Cupid Shuffle, plus some rock, country, and disco tossed in. Ends when the crowd thins or 3:30am, whichever comes first.

Tickets: none. That means to get a seat or a table, better arrive early. Party officially starts at 9pm but Madman Mike will be starting earlier. You don't need to be a Moose member to get in - you can get signed in under Mike's name. For more information call the Redford Moose at 313-535-6840.