Are there free things to do in Detroit this weekend?

Yes — 17 events in Detroit this weekend are explicitly listed as free. Confirm current entry details on the event page or organizer source.

Where can I find things to do in Detroit, Michigan?

VenuNite aggregates live events from venues across Detroit. Browse by date, venue, or event type to find what's happening near you.

Your Weekend Guide to Detroit

August 22 – August 23, 2026 · 78 events

This weekend in Detroit, Michigan brings 78 live events across the city — from community to music to food & drink. 17 events are explicitly listed as free. Here's what's on.

Sunday (46)Community (42)Music (25)Food & Drink (14)Arts & Culture (9)Sports (7)Free (17)

Events in Detroit This Sunday

46 events are listed for Sunday, including Made in Detroit Pop-Up at Riverside Park (8:00 AM), Dubai Luxury Property Show | Marriott the Renaissance Center | Detroit at Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center (10:00 AM), ME & YOU Kitchen + Cocktails 1 Year Anniversary Fest at ME & YOU Kitchen + Cocktails (11:30 AM), Legendary Dock presents: The Pink Pasties CLOSE FRIENDS edition. at Riverside Marina (12:00 PM). Events that start earlier in the weekend may still be running Sunday; open an event for its current schedule.

Friday, August 21

8:00 AM · Riverside Park

Made in Detroit Pop-Up

FreeCommunity

Saturday, August 22

10:00 AM · Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center

Dubai Luxury Property Show | Marriott the Renaissance Center | Detroit

FreeArt

11:00 AM · Muha meds West ave

MUHA MEDS Golden Hour: Car Giveaway

FreeMusic

ME & YOU Kitchen + Cocktails 1 Year Anniversary Fest

Sunday, August 23

10:00 AM · the Shepherd

Silent reading party on the Great Lawn

FreeLiterary

10:30 AM · Amore da Roma

Explore the Detroit Riverwalk and Dequindre Cut by Bike!

FreeSportsWellness

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's happening in Detroit this weekend?: There are 78 events happening in Detroit this weekend (August 22 – August 23, 2026), including Made in Detroit Pop-Up at Riverside Park (8:00 AM), Dubai Luxury Property Show | Marriott the Renaissance Center | Detroit at Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center (10:00 AM), MUHA MEDS Golden Hour: Car Giveaway at Muha meds West ave (11:00 AM), ME & YOU Kitchen + Cocktails 1 Year Anniversary Fest at ME & YOU Kitchen + Cocktails (11:30 AM). Browse the full lineup on VenuNite.
Are there free things to do in Detroit this weekend?: Yes — 17 events in Detroit this weekend are explicitly listed as free. Confirm current entry details on the event page or organizer source.
What events are happening in Detroit this Sunday?: 46 listed events are happening in Detroit this Sunday, including Made in Detroit Pop-Up at Riverside Park (8:00 AM), Dubai Luxury Property Show | Marriott the Renaissance Center | Detroit at Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center (10:00 AM), ME & YOU Kitchen + Cocktails 1 Year Anniversary Fest at ME & YOU Kitchen + Cocktails (11:30 AM), Legendary Dock presents: The Pink Pasties CLOSE FRIENDS edition. at Riverside Marina (12:00 PM).
Where can I find things to do in Detroit, Michigan?: VenuNite aggregates live events from venues across Detroit. Browse by date, venue, or event type to find what's happening near you.

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