Top 7 Things to Do in Detroit This Weekend: Red Wings, Lunar New Year, Mozart & More!
Explore the many exciting ways to spend the weekend in Detroit, from thrilling Red Wings action and Mozart’s timeless music to creative workshops and vibrant markets. Celebrate the Lunar New Year, browse Eastern Market’s local treasures, or enjoy family-friendly activities across the city.
Detroit Red Wings vs. Tampa Bay Lightning
• What: National Hockey League game
• When: Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025, at 7 p.m.
• Where: Little Caesars Arena, 2645 Woodward Ave., Detroit
• Cost: Check the official Detroit Red Wings website or authorized sellers for up-to-date pricing
Catch an exciting NHL matchup between the Detroit Red Wings and the Tampa Bay Lightning at Little Caesars Arena. Watch two dynamic teams battle it out for crucial points in this thrilling game. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or new to hockey, this game promises plenty of action and memorable moments.
Drop-In Workshop: Lunar New Year Celebration Masks
• What: Create a Lunar New Year celebration mask
• When: Saturday, Jan. 25, and Sunday, Jan. 26, from noon to 4 p.m.
• Where: Detroit Institute of Arts, Art-Making Studio, 5200 Woodward Ave., Detroit
• Cost: Free general admission
Celebrate the Lunar New Year by creating your lion or dragon mask at the Art-Making Studio. This drop-in workshop offers a fun, hands-on opportunity to craft festive masks using tag board, paper, and raffia.
Demarre McGill performs Mozart
• What: Concert with soloist Demarre McGill
• When: Friday, Jan. 24 at 8 p.m.
• Where: Detroit Symphony Orchestra, Max M. & Marjorie S. Fisher Music Center, Orchestra Hall, 3711 Woodward Ave., Detroit
• Cost: Tickets start at $15
Flutist Demarre McGill, a celebrated soloist and winner of the Avery Fisher Career Grant and Sphinx Medal of Excellence, joins the Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra and music director Earl Lee to perform Mozart’s dazzling Flute Concerto. The concert also features Andrea Casarrubios’ vibrant “Herencia” and concludes with Mozart’s Symphony No. 39, showcasing the elegance and energy of his final symphonic works.
Eastern Market Saturday Market
• What: Local produce market
• When: Saturdays from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. year-round
• Where: Eastern Market, 1445 Adelaide St., Detroit
• Cost: Free admission; vendors will have various items for purchase
Experience the vibrant atmosphere of Saturday Market at Detroit’s Eastern Market. Explore over 225 vendors displaying fresh produce, unique goods, and local artistry. For 125 years, the market has been one of Detroit’s cornerstone traditions, offering a lively environment and celebrating the city’s commitment to nourishing a healthier, wealthier, and happier community. As a bonus, on Jan. 25 from 10 a.m. to noon, Evelyn’s Midtown Kitchen will offer a French crepe experience.
Other Events
Discover exciting events happening in and around Detroit this weekend. From interactive history sessions and magical winter festivities to enchanting family fun, there’s something for everyone.
• Experiment with History: Daily from 10 a.m. to noon at the Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation, 20900 Oakwood Blvd., Dearborn
• Winter at Valade: From Friday, Jan. 24 at 5 p.m. to Sunday, Jan. 26 at 6 p.m. (with weekend dates available through Feb. 23) at Robert C. Valade Park, 2670 E. Atwater St., Detroit
• Detroit Fairytale Ball: Saturday, Jan. 25, from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Ford Community & Performing Arts Center, 15801 Michigan Ave., Dearborn
