Things To Do in Detroit This Weekend: May 16-May 18
Detroit is buzzing with major concerts and performances this weekend, from stadium-sized country hits to soulful classics and powerful rock shows. Whether you’re singing along with Post Malone, soaking in timeless love…
Detroit is buzzing with major concerts and performances this weekend, from stadium-sized country hits to soulful classics and powerful rock shows. Whether you're singing along with Post Malone, soaking in timeless love songs at the Fox Theatre, or experiencing Devin Townsend's latest sonic adventure, there's no shortage of unforgettable music moments ahead.
Post Malone with Special Guest Jelly Roll
- What: Live Music with Post Malone and Special Guest Jelly Roll
- When: Sunday, May 18, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. (doors open at 6 p.m.)
- Where: Ford Field, 2000 Brush St., Detroit
- Cost: Check the official website or authorized sellers for up-to-date pricing
Post Malone's largest North American outing to date, Post Malone Presents: The BIG ASS Stadium Tour, will kick off in spring 2025 and include a stop at Ford Field in Detroit on Sunday, May 18 at 7:30 p.m. Special guest Jelly Roll is confirmed to appear, with support from Sierra Ferrell. The tour celebrates Post Malone's blockbuster country album F-1 Trillion, whose hits include "I Had Some Help" with Morgan Wallen. The nights will have fan favorites, new music, and energy-filled performances.
The Art of Love & Soul Featuring Anthony Hamilton with Robin Thicke and Vivian Green
- What: The Art of Love & Soul Featuring Anthony Hamilton with Robin Thicke and Vivian Green
- When: Sunday, May 18, 2025, at 7 p.m. (doors open at 6 p.m.)
- Where: Fox Theatre, 2211 Woodward Ave., Detroit
- Cost:
The Art of Love & Soul with Anthony Hamilton, Robin Thicke, and Vivian Green comes to the Fox Theatre this weekend. Fans can look forward to a hit-packed, very special evening and can expect to hear tunes such as "Respect," "Natural Woman," and "Chain Of Fools" performed with the utmost respect from the future Queen of Soul. Doors open an hour before showtime, and advance parking discounts are available. Comerica Bank presents this special evening, including love, soul, and music from back in the day. Tickets are on sale now.
Devin Townsend
- What: Live Music with Devin Townsend
- When: Friday, May 16, 2025, at 6:30 p.m.
- Where: Cathedral Theatre at the Masonic Temple, 500 Temple St., Detroit
- Cost: Check the official website or authorized sellers for up-to-date pricing
Devin Townsend embarks on an audacious new chapter with a high-energy, emotionally-charged album, Powernerd, from a frenzied 11-day writing period. Blending rock'n'roll nostalgia with Devin's signature sonic wall-of-sound style, Powernerd weaves together fast-celebration songs like "Knuckledragger" while exploring deep themes of grief, perseverance, and self-acceptance with strollers like "Dreams of Light." In terms of musicality, Powernerd balances raw melodies while revealing the stories of the reflections within.
Other Events
Detroit's weekend lineup features a mix of live music and powerful performances. From concerts at popular venues to a thought-provoking stage production, several events are available for those looking to enjoy the city's arts and culture scene:
- MIRADOR: Saturday, May 17, 2025, at 7 p.m. at Saint Andrew's Hall, 431 E. Congress St., Detroit
- Squid: Friday, May 16, 2025, at 7 p.m. at El Club, 4114 Vernor Highway, Detroit
- The Central Park Five: Friday, May 16, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, May 18, 2025, at 2:30 p.m. at Detroit Opera, 1526 Broadway St., Detroit
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