Entertainment

9900 Jackson Rd., Dexter (St. Vladimir Orthodox Church) • (734) 475–4590
This 11th annual celebration of Russian culture features a tearoom, live music and entertainment, Slavic food and drink, a dance floor, kids activities, and vendor tables. Sept. 20 & 21, 2025. [email protected], annarborrussianfestival.org

201 S. First (the Blind Pig)
Free cult and B-movie screenings around a theme every other Tues. Trivia, mini golf, bar, and refreshments. Ages 21+. 8ballmovienight.weebly.com

343 S. Fifth Ave. (Downtown Library) • (734) 327–4200
The largest one-day book festival in Michigan celebrates books and bookmaking with a variety of demos, author talks, signings, hands-on workshops, kids events, and sale tables by local bookstores, booksellers, and publishers. Nov. 9, 2025, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. [email protected], aadl.org/bookfest

343 S. Fifth Ave. (Downtown Library)
Free, one-day celebration of small press comics publishing. Exhibitions, workshops, panel discussions, and signings. Note: Due to the content of many independently published books, this event is intended for a teen and adult audience. Offshoot of Ann Arbor Comic Arts Festival (A2CAF; see below). Oct. 11, 2025, 11 a.m.–5 p.m. aadl.org/a2cafsip

(734) 794–6430, ext. 43725
Celebrates the City of Ann Arbor’s plan to achieve a just transition to community-wide carbon neutrality by 2030 with classes, open houses, and celebrations. Early June 2026; exact dates TBA. [email protected], a2gov.org/a2zeroweek

PO Box 7694, AA 48107 • (734) 228–4338
Full concert season celebrating music from the Middle Ages to the Classical era, featuring period-instrument ensembles from around the world. Performs at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church and Zion Lutheran Church, and holds lectures and outreach events with series artists. [email protected], academyofearlymusic.org

N. Fourth Ave. & E. Ann • (734) 858–9121
Crafts, merchandise, food, and kids activities, with musical, theatrical, and dance performances. June 6, 2026, 9 a.m.–8 p.m.; always held the first Sat. in June. [email protected], facebook.com/annarboraadf

530 S. State (Michigan Union ballroom) • Jay Platt, (734) 995–1891
30 book dealers sell first editions, old and collectible books, children’s books, Americana, prints, and more to benefit the William L. Clements Library. Oct. 26, 2025, 11 a.m.–5 p.m. [email protected], annarborbookfair.com

Three concurrent, independently juried art fairs with almost 1,000 artists, entertainment stages, artist demonstrations, art activities, and food & drink vendors. The Ann Arbor Street Art Fair, the Original (734–994–5260, artfair.org), is on Ingalls Mall, North University, and E. Washington. Ann Arbor’s State Street District Art Fair (734–646–1500, statestreetdistrict.org) is in the business district around State and Liberty. The Ann Arbor Summer Art Fair (734–662–3382, theguild.org) has a downtown section on Main and Liberty and campus sections on S. State and South University. July 16–18, 2026, Thurs. & Fri. 10 a.m.–9 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.–8 p.m.; always held during the third week of July.

1300 Baldwin (Burns Park) • Gail Ferguson Stout, president, (734) 260–9828
Community band performs free concerts Wed. evenings in June and July at Burns Park. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. [email protected], annarborcivicband.wixsite.com/aacb

322 W. Ann • (734) 971–2228
Nonprofit, member-supported community theater group founded in 1929, with a focus on welcoming all members of the community to participate. Shows include musicals, plays, classics, and newer productions staged at a small studio theater and U-M’s Arthur Miller Theatre. Also offers children’s theater productions, monthly improv events, and educational opportunities. [email protected], a2ct.org

212 S. Fourth Ave • (734) 996–9080
Founded in 1984, features a mix of nationally touring headliners and rising local comedians. Wed.–Sat. (Thurs.–Sat. in summer). Full bar and light snacks. Ages 18+. [email protected], aacomedy.com

343 S. Fifth Ave. (Downtown Library)
Free, two-day celebration of comics and graphic novels and their fandoms. Workshops, art activities, live music, and panel discussions. June 2026; exact dates TBA. a2caf.com

PO Box 1843, AA 48106 • (734) 478–7515
Founded in 1978, this community symphonic wind ensemble, under the baton of artistic director and conductor David Leach, performs new compositions and classic band repertoire four times per season at the Michigan Theater and Hill Auditorium. [email protected], aaband.org

415 N. Fourth Ave. (Kerrytown Concert House)
Performances of art song and vocal chamber music, typically held the week after Art Fair. July 2026; exact dates TBA. [email protected], a2fos.org

603 E. Liberty (Michigan Theater) • PO Box 8232, AA 48107 • (734) 995–5356
Founded in 1963, the longest-running independent and experimental film series in North America celebrates film as art with screenings of more than 180 films of all lengths and genres. Also juried competitions, panels, workshops, and multimedia installations. Occurs virtually as well as in person at the Michigan Theater and U-M’s North Quad Space 2435. Mar. 24–29, 2026. [email protected], aafilmfest.org

825 North University (Hill Auditorium) • (734) 761–1800 • Tickets: (734) 763–8587
Two evenings of concerts of roots and acoustic music to benefit the Ark (see Music Clubs, below). Features well-known acts along with musicians on the rise. Jan. 30 & 31, 2026. [email protected], theark.org/folk-festival

2935 Birch Hollow (Jewish Community Center) • (734) 971–0990
Hosted annually at the State Theatre downtown, the JCC showcases films that embrace Jewish life socially, culturally, ethically, and spiritually, and that inspire engagement with legacy and heritage. Mar. 2026. jccannarbor.org/film-festival

1533 Broadway
Founded in 1993, this juried competition showcases new independent Polish movies in all genres, including animation, documentaries, and short films, as well as a children’s program. Screenings at the Michigan and State theaters (603 E. Liberty and 233 S. State). Nov. 14–16, 2025. [email protected], annarborpolishfilmfestival.com

Celebrates the diversity of gender identity, sexual orientation, and the LGBTQ+ community. All are welcome. Live music, dancing, food, substance-free spaces and events, family-friendly programming, resource connecting, and other events. Aug. 1, 2026; always held the first Sat. in Aug. annarborpride.com

1830 Washtenaw Ave. (Ann Arbor City Club) • (734) 995–4417
Presents 3 instrumental music concerts in the fall and 3 in the spring. Sponsors competitions for young musicians. [email protected], annarborsma.org

915 E. Washington • (734) 994–5999 • Tickets: (734) 764–2538
Champions performing arts, outdoor entertainment, and community spirit by presenting more than 200 events, 90 percent of which are free. The Summer Festival ticketed series features performances by marquee talent in music, public radio, circus, dance, and comedy in a variety of venues. The free Top of the Park, held outdoors on Ingalls Mall, offers concerts, movies, kids activities, wellness classes, open-air spectacles, and local food vendors. June & July 2026; exact dates TBA. a2sf.org

25 Research Dr., ste. 100. • (734) 994–4801
This local professional orchestra, led by music director Earl Lee, presents a 2025–26 concert season featuring seven-time Grammy winner Jacob Collier, Grammy-winning pianist Michelle Cann, Opus Klassik’s 2023 Singer of the Year Juliana Zara, a special Lunar New Year and Valentine’s celebration, and a co-commission with the New York Philharmonic. The orchestra also offers free educational programs, including KinderConcerts and instrument petting zoos. [email protected], a2so.org

2935 Birch Hollow (Jewish Community Center) • (734) 971–0990
Annual family event celebrating the Jewish fall holidays of Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, Sukkot, and Simchat Torah. Hands-on crafts, games, and inflatables; snacks, food, and baked goods for purchase; and more. Apple and honey tasting. Open to all. Sept. 14, 2025. [email protected], jccannarbor.org

316 S. Main • Tickets: (734) 763–8587 • Office: (734) 761–1800
This 400-seat club presents a wide range of folk and roots music by local, national, and international performers. [email protected], theark.org

316 S. Main • (734) 761–1800
International, national, and regional storytellers. Feb. 20–22, 2026. Fri. & Sat. evening (aimed at adults) and Sun. 1 p.m. (aimed at kids). [email protected], theark.org

208 S. First • (734) 996–8555
Legendary local concert venue with live music or other live entertainment many evenings. No food. Age restrictions vary; check website or call ahead. Mon.–Fri. 5 p.m.–2 a.m., Sat. & Sun. 3 p.m.–2 a.m. blindpigmusic.com

3500 W. Liberty • (734) 302–3673
Karaoke club with seven private party rooms for groups of 1–100; whole-space rentals available. 50,000+ songs to choose from with lyrics in 11 languages. Bring your own food, beverages, and party favors. Reservations only. [email protected], bluekaraoke.com

314 S. Main • (734) 372–3200
Restaurant & music venue with Afro Caribbean–inspired menu and state-of-the-art stage & sound system that features live jazz & world music by local and international artists. All ages welcome. [email protected], bluellamaclub.com

6090 Plymouth Rd
Monthly outdoor summer music performances by local and regional acts. Free; tips accepted. Attendees encouraged to bring their own camp chairs, blankets, and coolers. First Sat., June–Aug., 6–9 p.m. [email protected], facebook.com/a2brokenbranch

1140 South University • (734) 222–3715
Student-centered taqueria, bar, and nightclub features karaoke night on Tues., country night on Wed., and rotating DJs Thurs.–Sat. Closed Sun. & Mon. [email protected], cantinaannarbor.com

4100 Carpenter, Ypsi • (734) 973–8424
First-run multiplex with 20 screens, including an IMAX theater. Screenings include first-run South Asian (Telugu, Hindi, and Punjabi) films, with subtitles. Food court, game room, reclining seats. Hearing assistance devices available. cinemark.com/michigan/ann-arbor-20-and-imax

(734) 668–8397
Founded in 2012, this festival features “the best films from the world’s best film festivals,” including many Michigan premieres, screened at the Michigan and State theaters. Includes narrative feature-length films and documentaries that recently premiered at international festivals such as Sundance, Venice, and Berlin, as well as short films from Michigan filmmakers. May 2026; exact dates TBA. [email protected], marquee-arts.org/cinetopia

210 S. First, 2nd fl. • (734) 277–3656
Two bars, plus a seasonal outdoor bar and a rooftop deck with unobstructed sunset views. Weekly karaoke events. Space rentals available. thecircbar.com

215 N. Main
Live music and dancing, country night on Thurs., Latin on Fri., Havana Nights Latin Party on Sat. Bar, stage, dance floor, TVs, and a free pool table. Thurs.–Sat. 9 p.m.–2. a.m. club-above.com

812 Washington (Modern Languages Bldg.)
Japanese animation and pop culture convention run by Animania, the Japanese Animation Film Society at U-M, one of the oldest university anime clubs in the U.S. 2026 celebrates the convention’s 30th anniversary. Film screenings, musical performances, panel talks, and local artists and vendors. Spring 2026; exact dates TBA. [email protected], [email protected], conjanai.org

318 S. Main • (734) 665–2968
Downtown Irish pub with a patio in the summer and a fireplace in the winter. Live traditional Irish music on Sun. nights and trivia on Thurs. nights. [email protected], conoroneills.com

114 S. Main • (734) 665–9468
This long-established local New Age bookstore hosts periodic live music in its bright, airy upstairs Celestial Lounge, Fri. 7:30 p.m. crazywisdom.net

6633 Stony Creek Rd. • (734) 485–8725
Family-friendly event with activities for all ages: music and entertainment, live and silent auctions, children’s games and activities, hayrides, farm animals, pumpkin patch, and local food. All proceeds support Dawn Farm’s scholarship fund for people with addictions. Free admission. Sept. 7, 2025, 1–6 p.m. [email protected], dawnfarm.org

6633 Stony Creek Rd. • (734) 485–8725
Family fun and fitness event with four bike rides to choose from, a run/walk, and a Recovery Celebration lunch. All proceeds support Dawn Farm’s scholarship fund for people with addictions. 2026 date TBA; typically held in Apr. [email protected], dawnfarmrideforrecovery.org

5151 Plymouth Rd. (Moonwinks)
Free live music all day from local and regional acts, kids activities, food and drink for sale, outdoor grilling. May–Aug., one Sat. per month, 1–10 p.m. moonwinksa2.com

121 W. Washington • (734) 994–0211
This Italian and French restaurant has live music every night at 7 p.m.; solo piano or guitar Tues.–Thurs., and soft jazz trio Fri. & Sat. [email protected], theearle.com

1831 Traver (Leslie Science & Nature Center) • (734) 995–5439
Free, family-friendly environmental celebration with displays from local nonprofits; live entertainment; hands-on activities; presentations on wind energy, water, green building, and sustainable agriculture; and more. Participants are encouraged to bring reusable water bottles to this zero-waste event. Apr. 2026; exact date TBA. [email protected], discoverscienceandnature.org/a2earthday

415 N. Fourth Ave. (Kerrytown Concert House) • (734) 769–2999
One of North America’s premier festivals for avant-garde and improvisational music, featuring jazz and experimental new music. Oct. 8–11, 2025. [email protected], kerrytownconcerthouse.com/edgefest

2709 Plymouth Rd. • (734) 780–7088
Mexican-Mediterranean fusion restaurant features music by local musicians in a variety of genres Mon. & Thurs.

7714 Ann Arbor St., Dexter • (734) 268–6200
Professional, nonprofit musical theater company showcases national and top regional talent in an intimate setting. Produces musicals, cabarets, and tribute concerts year-round. Summer musical theater camps. [email protected], theencoretheatre.org

FoolMoon, a community-created public art celebration featuring handmade luminary sculptures. FestiFools, a public art parade down Main St. featuring huge papier-mâché puppets around an annual theme. FoolMoon: Apr. 10, 2026, dusk–midnight. FestiFools: Apr. 12, 2026, 4 p.m. [email protected], linktr.ee/festifoolsstudio

5549 Pontiac Tr. • (734) 769–0048
Old-fashioned German dinner served à la carte (approximately $10–$15) with wine, beer, pop, water, and coffee for sale. Kid-friendly options (hot dogs, hamburgers) also available. Dancing to live German polkas and other European dance music. Last Sat. June–Aug. [email protected], germanpark.org

Downtown Main • (734) 794–6430, ext. 43725
Activities and exhibitors with a focus on sustainability and climate action. Sept. 19, 2025, 5–8 p.m. [email protected], a2gov.org/greenfair

3150 Glazier Way (Grace Church), and 5221 Church Rd. (Dixboro United Methodist Church) • (734) 645–0944
Folk and acoustic music on many Fri. nights. Sept.–May. greenwoodcoffeehouse.org

3050 Jackson Rd. (Weber’s Restaurant) • (734) 665–3636
Cocktail bar with live jazz Fri. & Sat. thehabitatannarbor.com

U-M Diag
An Ann Arbor tradition since 1972, a celebration of cannabis and advocacy for reform of marijuana laws. The simultaneous Monroe St. Fair features live music, vendors, food, and more. First weekend of Apr. hash-bash.com

2350 W. Liberty • (734) 506–8441
Regular improv and stand-up comedy shows most Thurs.–Sun. Live music, games, trivia, improv comedy classes, and other events throughout the week. heardotsay.com

3000 Fuller (Gallup Park) • (734) 794–6240
Free, family-friendly river activities, including exhibits, live music, food vendors, fishing, nature walks, live animals from Leslie Science & Nature Center, and a children’s scavenger hunt. Also discounted canoe and kayak rentals ($5, or free if you bike to the event). May 2026; exact date TBA. a2gov.org/hrd

Free Japan-related events at venues throughout downtown, including performances, art demonstrations, film screenings, and cooking workshops. Kid- and family-friendly. Sponsored by the U-M Center for Japanese Studies. 2026 dates TBA; typically held in June. [email protected], ii.umich.edu/cjs/news-events/events/ann-arbor-japan-week

2935 Birch Hollow • (734) 971–0990
Monthly Jewish cultural offerings including musical performances by touring artists, author talks, book signings, and more. Open to all. jccannarbor.org

9075 S. Huron River Dr. (Ford Lake Park), Ypsi • (734) 635–5446
Free outdoor performances by national and area jazz standouts. Veteran local jazz guitarist Lawrence opens each night by playing a piece with the featured artist. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on. Fri. evenings, July & Aug. [email protected], johnelawrencejazz.com

200 Depot St. (Wheeler Park) • (734) 761–9084
Commemorates the announcement of the end of slavery in Texas and the Southwest on June 19, 1865. Performances by local talent, games, health and nonprofit information, food concessions, vendors, cake walk, a children’s area, and free bicycle repairs. June 20, 2026. [email protected], naacpofannarbor.com

407 N. Fifth Ave., 2nd fl. (Kerrytown Market and Shops)
Everyone welcome to play this 17-bell chime; more than 200 songs written out by number to choose from. Free. Open Wed. & Fri. noon–12:30 p.m., Sat. 10:30–11 a.m., other times with advance reservation. [email protected], kerrytown.com/about

415 N. Fourth Ave. • (734) 769–2999
A 100-seat intimate performing arts venue and visual arts gallery in a historic home, offering performances in classical, jazz, cabaret, world, experimental music, and more. [email protected], kerrytownconcerthouse.com

303 Detroit St. (Ann Arbor Farmers Market)
German-style Christmas market featuring vendors selling holiday wares, plus traditional food and hot mulled wine, in a festive outdoor setting in Kerrytown. Includes kids activities and live music. Dec. 5, 2025, 5–10 p.m. [email protected], kerrytowndistrict.org/kindlefest

301 W. Huron St. • (734) 585–5691
Cozy, stylish downtown cocktail and whiskey bar features live music Thurs. 9:30 p.m.–12:30 a.m. thelastwordbar.com

102 S. First • (734) 623–1443
High-energy dance club with DJs and two full-service bars. Ages 21+: Fri. & Sat, 9 p.m.–2 a.m. livea2.com

220 S. Main, lower level • (734) 662–4419
Cocktail bar and music venue that features local DJs and bands Fri. & Sat. and karaoke Thurs. [email protected], lofiannarbor.com

211 E. Washington • (734) 222–4095
Basement lounge and whiskey bar with live music. Thurs.–Sat., open mic Wed., and Sat. acoustic set on patio. mashbar.net

A showcase for all 15 U-M a cappella groups. Tickets $10 at the door. Nov. 2025; exact date TBA. facebook.com/michiganacappella

5055 Ann Arbor–Saline Rd.
This summer celebration of Saline’s sister city, Brecon, Wales, features food, beer, clan tents, kids activities, and Celtic music and dance on several stages by visiting and local performers. July 2026; exact dates TBA. mi-celtic.org

603 E. Liberty • (734) 668–8397
Ann Arbor’s 1920s movie palace. A nonprofit center for fine film and the performing arts, open 365 days a year. Hosts the Ann Arbor Film Festival, Cinetopia International Film Festival, the Not Just For Kids professional live theater series, national and international touring performers, Young Filmmakers Camp, daily film screenings (see Films, below), and more. Membership: $35/year and up. [email protected], marquee-arts.org

603 E. Liberty • (734) 668–8397
Contemporary and classic films in two rooms: the restored 1928 Main Theater (1,600 seats) and the Screening Room (200 seats). Live organ introduction for many films in the Main Theater. Advance tickets are encouraged and available online. [email protected], marquee-arts.org

5151 Plymouth Rd. • (734) 994–5151
This pleasant bar located next to Moonwinks Café in Dixboro village offers frequent live music from established local acts, as well as karaoke Mon. and occasional open mics. $10 suggested donation for performers. [email protected], moonwinkscafea2.com/events

516 E. Liberty • (734) 994–5835
Formerly the Nectarine, this long-running dance club features three floors with live DJs, an outdoor patio, and VIP lounges (21+) with bottle service. Factory Mondays, Pride Fridays, and Frequency Saturdays. Occasional karaoke events. No food. Space rentals available. Ages 18+. Mon. & Thurs.–Sat. [email protected], necto.com

301 N. Fifth Ave.
Music venue and vegan bar with theme days Wed.–Sat., monthly open mics, Thurs. LGBTQ+ events, Fri. bluegrass and free happy hour sets, Sat. rotating artists. Free board/card games. Alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks, and the full menu from Detroit Street Filling Station. Some events are ticketed; some have covers. [email protected], nstarlounge.com

1920 Packard • (734) 662–8283
Musical instrument store hosts live music, community events, and free, online-only open mics on 1st and 2nd. Tues. at 7:30 p.m. Sign up for open mics at meetup.com/ozs-music-songwriters-open-mic. [email protected], ozmusic.com

206 E. Huron St. (Cahoots) • (734) 926–5346
Low-cost shows held at Cahoots Event Center and occasionally other venues. Dramas and comedies, musicals and original adaptations, classics and works by up-and-coming playwrights. [email protected], pennyseats.org

210 S. First, basement • (734) 277–3656
A speakeasy-turned-nightclub in century-old underground vaults. Live music, DJs, and dancing every weekend. Space rentals available Thurs. 8 p.m.–1 a.m., Fri. & Sat., 8 p.m.–2 a.m. rabbitholeannarbor.com

207 S. Main • (734) 214–0400
This bar with scratch-made food and craft cocktails hosts live jazz every Mon., Thurs., and Sun.; check Instagram (@theravensclub) for upcoming performances. theravensclub.com

611 Church • (734) 996–2747
Longstanding college bar with DJ & dancing Mon.–Sat. Ages 21+. ricksamericancafe.com

More than 200 antique, classic, and concept cars on display downtown. Registration required. July 2026; exact date TBA. [email protected], mainstreetannarbor.org/rolling-sculpture

5827 Jackson Rd. • (877) 325–6439
Bar and restaurant hosts live music and DJs throughout the week, as well as periodic stand-up comedy nights. [email protected], samhilla2.com

1610 Washington Heights (Nichols Arboretum) • (734) 647–7600
University students and local actors in an alfresco production of a Shakespeare play that moves through various settings in the Arb. One performance includes ASL interpretation. 2026 dates TBA; typically held in June. mbgna.umich.edu/shakespeare-in-the-arb

310 S. Division (Liberty Plaza)
Free, all-ages summer concerts presented by the Bank of Ann Arbor. A different band performs each week; many are regional, and some are national or international. Lunch from a local vendor available for purchase. Memorial Day–Labor Day, Thurs. 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. soniclunch.com

233 S. State • (734) 668–8397
Restored 1942 Art Deco theater with first-run, independent, repertory, and foreign films on four screens. Advance tickets are encouraged and available online. [email protected], marquee-arts.org

Downtown Main & Liberty
A daytime showcase of the city’s food scene. Tickets cost $1 each, with participating local restaurants offering bite-sized portions priced between one and six tickets. Also features live music along Main St. Early summer 2026; exact date TBA. [email protected], mainstreetannarbor.org/taste-of-ann-arbor

410 W. Huron St. • (734) 635–8450
Professional theater producing new plays year-round. The season includes six mainstage productions (comedies, dramas, and a holiday show for families) and the Michigan Playwrights Festival, featuring staged readings of new works in development. On-site free parking and pay-what-you-can tickets available. Also offers after-school classes and summer theater camps through AAPS Rec & Ed. [email protected], theatrenova.org

Four-day festival in multiple venues in downtown Ann Arbor featuring a diverse array of musicians, founded on the principle that concerts should be “radically welcoming, accessible, and inclusive.” June 2026; exact dates TBA. [email protected], thirdplacemusic.org

212 S. Fourth Ave. (Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase)
Four-day stand-up comedy event with national headliners, also featuring an array of comics from Michigan. Mar. 2026; exact dates TBA. [email protected], treetowncomedy.com

1226 Murfin (Walgreen Drama Center, North Campus)
Student-run theater group presents 6–10 free classic, contemporary, or original shows each semester. umichbasementarts.com

525 S. State (U-M Museum of Art’s Stern Auditorium) • (734) 615–3710
Hosts emerging and established fiction writers, poets, essayists, and critics 10 times each year, virtually and in person. All events are free; seats are first come, first served. [email protected], events.umich.edu/group/3463

Campus-based series open to the general public throughout the year, including Korean Cinema NOW, II Cineforum: Italian Classics on Campus, South Asian Film Series, and CHOP (China Ongoing Perspectives) Film Series. Usually held at the Michigan Theater or State Theatre. ii.umich.edu/ii/news-events

1100 Baits (E.V. Moore Bldg.) • (734) 764–0583 • Tickets: (734) 764–2538
The school’s faculty and students present more than a thousand performances every year, including solo and ensemble concerts, theater, musical theater, opera, and dance. Performances, most free and open to the public, take place at various campus locations. The ticketed performance season includes numerous fully staged productions and ensemble concerts. [email protected], smtd.umich.edu, tickets.smtd.umich.edu

530 S. State (Michigan Union) • (734) 763–1107
An umbrella organization for more than a dozen U-M student organizations, including performing arts presenters Amazin’ Blue (coed a cappella ensemble), Big Ticket Productions (big-name entertainment), Blue Bop Jazz Orchestra, ComCo (comedy improv troupe), Groove Performance Group (musical performance using nontraditional percussion), Impact Dance (dance company performing a variety of styles), M-agination Films (student-produced films), M-Flicks (free on-campus movie screenings), the student-directed Michigan Pops Orchestra, MUSIC Matters (hosts concerts with local and national talent), MUSKET (musical theater company), Photonix (glowsticking), RhythM (tap ensemble), and the Rude Mechanicals (theater group producing a contemporary and classic piece each season). Most have Facebook pages and events that are open to the public. uac.umich.edu

881 North University (Burton Memorial Tower) • (734) 764–2538
Presents top international orchestras and classical soloists, chamber ensembles, jazz and global traditional artists, international theater, contemporary events, and dance artists at Hill Auditorium, Power Center, Rackham Auditorium, and other venues. Also, dozens of free educational events. ums.org

210 S. First, ste. 100N • (734) 274–4524
This welcoming LGBTQ+ bar and nightclub features weekly karaoke events, drag performances, live DJs, and Sun. drag brunches. [email protected], upliftannarbor.com

1919 South Industrial • (734) 800–0128
Expansive, modern coworking and event space with bar, café, and multiple food menus hosts live music Fri. & Sat. and Sun. jazz brunch. Space rentals available. experience4m.com

PO Box 970047, Ypsi 48197 • (734) 252–9221
This 80-piece volunteer adult community band led by conductor and music director J. Nick Smith performs seven free concerts each year at WCC’s Towsley Auditorium and other venues. Sponsors a concerto competition and young Michigan composer contest. wccband.org

415 N. Fourth Ave. (Kerrytown Concert House) • (734) 769–2999
“Cabaret fundraiser” for Kerrytown Concert House. Local, notable singer-actresses perform Broadway show tunes, jazz standards, folk songs, and choreographed arrangements of pop favorites. Wine included in admission. Spring 2026; exact dates TBA. [email protected], kerrytownconcerthouse.com

3109 Scio Church Rd. (St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church) • (734) 332–8200
Live Greek music, St. Nicholas Dancers, Agora Marketplace, bookstore, church presentations, raffle with prizes donated by local businesses, and homemade Greek food and pastries. June 5–7, 2026. annarborgreekfestival.org

2070 W. Stadium • (734) 663–1202
Social club and music venue featuring live jazz, Motown, and classic rock, with a dance floor. Hall rental available. Also inside: Cosa Sabrosa serving fresh Mexican food to go. [email protected], zalgaz.org