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 Detroit is buzzing with excitement this week and I have all the details for listeners who want to make the most of their August days and nights. Today, August 21, The Shelter is pulsing with the One Hit Wonder Tour, bringing throwback energy for fans of past chart-toppers all at 431 East Congress Street. Over at Wayne County Community College’s Northwest Campus, the Detroit Small & Micro Business Summit runs from noon to 3pm, offering local entrepreneurs a chance to connect and learn. Later tonight, Heritage Park comes alive with Board of Police Commissioners and community events, while film lovers won’t want to miss Afrocentric Movie Night presented by AfroFuture Detroit, Lowkey Cinema, and Cinema Lamont—showtime starts at 8pm and it’s an outdoor affair perfect for stargazers according to The People Mover.

Heading into the weekend, Friday through Sunday packs in family fun. The Fraser Lions Carnival in Steffens Park promises classic rides, live music, a petting zoo, and fireworks Sunday evening. This Detroit-area tradition, highlighted by Visit Detroit, crafts the ideal summer carnival vibe with food tents, games, and foam parties every day. Just a quick drive brings you to Plymouth for A Taste of Greece, where you’ll find a Greek taverna, authentic dancing, and lively music from Thursday through Sunday.

Music lovers, set your sights on The Fillmore. Saturday brings the much-anticipated We Came As Romans Bad Luck Tour, delivering an electrifying set at one of Detroit’s top venues, as featured by Trip.com. Meanwhile, the Antidote Fest at Detroit Shipping Company on Saturday celebrates community, youth empowerment, and art. Benefit from live performances, DJ sets, great eats, and a strong Detroit spirit—it’s all about supporting creative programs for young people, brought together by The Antidote Studio and SBEV.

Looking to get outdoors? Hour Detroit recommends the Huron Clinton Metroparks for hiking, biking, sandy beaches, and even a farm if you want a unique adventure. Urban dwellers can bike downtown, grab Detroit classics like pizza and coney dogs, and pop into the world-class Detroit Institute of Arts or the Charles H. Wright Museum.

Saturday in Novi delivers a different flavor with over 30 taco trucks, Latin music, live wrestling, and more at the Novi Taco Fest. Test your heat tolerance at the pepper eating contest or just chill with a margarita and yard games, as captured by Oakland County Moms.

Live music heads have more options: The Black Keys with special guest Gary Clark Jr. are slated for a big show, Katy Perry brings her hits to LCA, and The Struts celebrate a decade at The Fillmore.

No matter your mood, whether it’s food trucks, public art, bustling carnivals, or star-filled concerts, Detroit’s got your week covered. Thank you for tuning in and don’t forget to subscribe. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.
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