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11/23/2025

Detroit comes out on top in an overtime battle with the Giants!

11/21/2025

New shops are popping up in Downtown Detroit and it’s been a big year for retail in the city. Here are a few of the newest stores to visit and what you’ll find inside.

🥾 Timberland
Durable boots, outerwear, and everyday essentials.

👢 Tecovas
Handcrafted western boots and leather goods.

🛋️ GW Home
Furniture, decor, and curated home pieces.

👗 Free People
Women’s fashion, accessories, and seasonal styles.

🍎 Apple
Devices, accessories, and in store support.

🧘 Alo
Yoga apparel and performance wear.

Perfect timing for holiday shopping. Share with a friend. 🛍️

11/20/2025

Winter in Dearborn means lights, markets, performances, and family friendly events across the city. Here are 6+ things to do in Dearborn this holiday season.

🎄 Nov. 19 - Dec. 14: Holiday Market and Special Exhibit
📍Padzieski Art Gallery 15801 Michigan Ave

✨ Nov. 20.- Feb. 20: Dearborn Wanderlights
📍PEACE Park West 22271 W. Village Dr

❄️ Dec. 5: Ice Sculpture Walk
📍PEACE Park East 13621 Michigan Ave
⌚4 to 7 pm

🎩 Dec. 6: Victorian Christmas Open House
📍Dearborn Historical Museum Commandant’s Quarters 21950 Michigan Ave
⌚1 to 6 pm

🩰 Dec. 6 & 7: The Nutcracker
📍Michael A. Guido Theater 15801 Michigan Ave
⌚ Dec. 6 at 2 pm & 7 pm | Dec. 7 at 2 pm

🎶 Dec. 13: Jingle Bell Bash
📍PEACE Park West 22271 W. Village Dr
⌚2 to 6 pm

🎅🏼Dec 20: Skate with Santa
📍Dearborn Ice Skating Center, 14900 Ford Rd
⌚12 pm -1:20 pm

Share this with a friend who loves local events 📩

11/20/2025

11/19/2025

Detroit holiday season means lights, markets, performances, and family friendly events across the city. We put together a list of 12+ things to do in Detroit this holiday season.

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🎉 Nov 21: Detroit Tree Lighting
🚂 Nov 22: Watch the Canadian Pacific Holiday Train
⛸ Nov 22 to Mar 1: Ice skate at Campus Martius
❄️ Winter at the Station open through Dec 28
🏙 Hudson’s for the Holidays open through Jan 4
🎭 Dec 7: The Nutcracker at the Fox Theatre
🏡 Nov 30 to Dec 21: Home for the Holidays at Ford House
🛍 Winter Markets at Cadillac Square open through Jan 4
🏕 Cadillac Lodge open through Jan 4
✨ 1001 Winter Wonders open through Jan 4
🚋 Ride the Holly Trolley open all season

👉 Follow for what’s new in the city including events, food, major developments, and more.

11/17/2025

Ford just opened a new building on its Research and Engineering Campus in Dearborn, part of a multi year redevelopment totaling more than 2 million square feet. The updated campus brings engineering, design, and innovation teams together in a modern, collaborative workspace.

The new space blends open work areas, lounge seating, immersive design environments, and large windows facing The Henry Ford. It’s part of Ford’s long term plan to support innovation and attract top talent to Metro Detroit.

Here’s an inside look at the interiors, architecture, and design details throughout the building. Beautifully captured by .

What do you think about the new campus?

11/14/2025

TODAY is the Day 🎬

Film Detroit is back! Join us for 2 free days of film, fun, and community at Crowell Recreation Center (16630 Lahser Rd) today Nov. 14 and Nov 15. 🍂🎬

📅 Day 1: Coat drive, archery, axe throwing, panel discussion, live music & free food!
📅 Day 2: Free coats for youth ages 2–17 (while supplies last).

Don’t miss this creative celebration in your neighborhood! 💙

Learn more at detroitmi.gov/engagedetroit

11/13/2025

Creator Con Detroit is returning this year and it continues to grow as one of the city’s most important events for creators and entrepreneurs.

The conference brings together content creators, small business owners, and marketing professionals for a full day of learning and connection. Expect panels, workshops, networking, and conversations focused on brand building, storytelling, and the business side of creating.

It’s a great event for anyone looking to grow their skills or build new relationships in the creator space.

Share with a friend who might want to go.

Read morehttps://rawdetroit.org/creator-con-detroit-2025/

Creator Con Detroit brings creators, entrepreneurs, and small businesses together for a day of learning and connection.

11/13/2025

Bedrock and General Motors have shared a proposed 1.6 billion dollar plan to reshape the Renaissance Center and the surrounding riverfront.

The vision includes new public plazas, pedestrian walkways, and improved access from downtown to the water.

Early plans also mention removing the base podium and eventually taking down two of the river facing towers, while converting the remaining buildings for mixed use.

What do you think about these proposed changes to one of Detroit’s most recognizable landmarks?

11/12/2025

Feed The City Sundays is hosting Bless the Block, a community event focused on food, love, and giving back.

They’re collecting donations to help provide Thanksgiving meals for Detroit families and are asking for turkey dinners, baked chicken, ham, desserts, coats, hats, gloves, and socks. Volunteers are also welcome.

Share with a friend or local business that can help make a difference this Thanksgiving.

11/12/2025

A new cocktail lounge just opened in Downtown Detroit.

Saksey’s is located off Parker’s Alley, tucked beneath Gilly’s Clubhouse. The lounge pays tribute to the original Saksey’s, a neighborhood spot once owned by Dan Gilbert’s father.

Enjoy creative cocktails like the Dirty Snow Cone and Root Beer Negroni, along with fun bites like Caviar & Bugles and Cornflake Chicken with Dynamo Sauce.

Tag a friend you’d grab a drink with!

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11/12/2025

TEDxDetroit is underway!