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Events in November 2025
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November 29, 2025
U-M Museum of Natural History Planetarium & Dome Theater
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Every Fri.–Sun. Three different audiovisual planetarium shows suitable for all ages, including We Are Stars (noon), an exploration of the secrets of our cosmic chemistry and our explosive origins; The Sky Tonight (1 & 3 p.m.), an exploration of the current night sky, with tips on how to find the cardinal directions, constellations, and planets on your own; and T. Rex (noon), an exploration of the iconic dinosaur’s scientific and cinematic history that contains scenes of dinosaur violence. Noon, 1, 2, & 3 p.m., U-M MNH, 1105 North University. $8 at the gift shop. Limited capacity. (734) 764–0480, ummnh.org.
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Group Runs: Ann Arbor Running Company (AARC)
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Every Sat., Mon., Tues., & Thurs. (different AARC locations). Runners of all abilities invited to join a beginner or advanced group run (Sat.), a 5K mapped route (Mon. & Thurs.), or an interval-based training run (Tues.). 7 a.m. (Sat.) & 6 p.m. (Tues.), AARC Downtown, 209 S. Ashley; 6 p.m. (Mon.), Corner Brewery, 720 Norris, Ypsi.; and 6 p.m. (Thurs. except Nov. 27), AARC Colonnade, 901 W. Eisenhower. Free. annarborrunningcompany.com.
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Kiwanis Annual Holiday Sale
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Every Fri. & Sat., Nov. 28–Dec. 20. Used toys, decorations, and more. 9 a.m.–1 p.m. (Fri.) & 9 a.m.–3 p.m. (Sat.), Kiwanis Center West, 100 N. Staebler. (734) 368–9738.
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parkrun USA
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Every Sat. All invited to join a timed but noncompetitive 5K run/walk. 9 a.m., Lillie Park South at the northeast corner of the soccer fields, 4365 Platt. Free, but first-timers are requested to preregister at parkrun.us/lillie and arrive at 8:45 a.m. [email protected], facebook.com/lillieparkrun.
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“Dexter/Chelsea Saturday Morning Breakfast Ride”: Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society
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Every Sat. Moderate-paced ride, 20 miles or more, to Dexter and beyond. Pack something to eat or stop in Dexter or Chelsea for coffee or breakfast. Note: Riders should be prepared to take care of themselves on all AABTS rides. Carry a water bottle, a spare tire or tube, a pump, a cell phone, and (unless the ride includes a stop at an eatery) snacks. See aabts.org for weather cancellations or delays. 10 a.m. sharp, meet at Barton Nature Area, parking lot, W. Huron River Dr. near Bird Rd. Free. (734) 649–9762, [email protected].
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“Trail Maintenance & Ecological Restoration Workdays”: Washtenaw Bird & Nature Alliance
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Nov. 29 & 30. All invited to help improve bird habitats by maintaining trails and clearing invasive shrubs at the WBNA Searles Nature Preserve. Wear long pants, tall socks, and closed-toe shoes; bring leather work gloves and water. Tools and know-how provided; bring your own tools, if you’d like. 10 a.m.–noon., Searles Nature Preserve; park along Bolla Rd., ¼ mile west of Stony Creek Rd. Free. washtenawbna.org.
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Ypsilanti Artisans Holiday Market
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Nov. 29 & 30, Dec. 20 & 21. 10 a.m.–4 p.m., Ypsilanti Freighthouse, 100 Market Pl., Ypsi. Free admission & parking.
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Chime Concert: Kerrytown Market & Shops
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Every Sat., Wed., & Fri. All invited to play one of 200 songs, with melodies transcribed in numbers, on the 17-bell chime’s numbered keys. Ambitious players can add chords. Kids welcome. 10:30–11 a.m. (Sat.) & noon–12:30 p.m. (Fri. & Wed.). Kerrytown Market. Free. [email protected].
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“Investigate Labs”: U-M Museum of Natural History
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Every Tues.–Sun. (except Nov. 27). All age 6 & up invited into the museum’s Nature Lab and Micro Worlds Lab to use scientific tools and museum specimens to answer questions and solve problems. 11 a.m.–3 p.m., U-M MNH, 1105 North University. Free. (734) 764–0478, ummnh.org.
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“Mini Paper Dragon Puppets”: Ann Arbor District Library
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Adults and kids grade K & up invited to make paper-dragon finger puppets. 11 a.m.–noon, AADL Westgate. Free. (734) 327–4200.
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CLUSTER Art & Culture Coffee Club: CLUSTER Museum
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Want to start your Saturday after Thanksgiving awesome? Then join us for the inaugural Art & Culture & Coffee Cafe (ACC Cafe) featuring Matt Shlian in conversation with CLUSTER Co-founder Chien-An Yuan discussing art-making, hidden disabilities, drumming and music, probably lots of music, and studio practices. Mingle with other culture-curious folks while learning about Matt’s artwork. Oh, and coffee!
FREE!
CLUSTER’s Art & Culture & Coffee Cafe (ACC Cafe) new monthly series features a rotating selection of independent coffee roasters from around Southeast Michigan combined with a quirky talk-show mash-up event: Guest interviewers and gallery artists in conversation, placing the current exhibition into cultural and historical context. Think of it as an informal jolt of caffeinated arts & culture & to get your Saturday or Sunday started awesome.
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The Guild of Artists & Artisans Holiday Artist Market
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Every Wed.–Sat., Nov. 14–Dec. 20. Juried show & sale of art. 11 a.m.–5 p.m., The Gutman Gallery, 118 N. Fourth Ave. Free admission. (734) 662–3382.
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“Creature Encounters & Adult Open Hours”: The Creature Conservancy
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Every Sat. & Sun. and 1st & 3rd Fri. Conservancy staffers show off some native Michigan animals (1 & 4 p.m.), including a cougar, a black rat snake, and an opossum. Also, an animal keeper talks about the wild turkey (2 & 3 p.m.). During the Friday Adult Open Hours (age 18+ only), these animals are presented at 7:30 p.m. All tickets include a chance to see the conservancy’s other animals. Noon–5 p.m. (Sat. & Sun) & 7–9 p.m. (Fri.), CC, 4950 Ann Arbor–Saline Rd. $15 (kids ages 2–12, $13; under age 2, free) cash or credit at the door only. (734) 929–9324, thecreatureconservancy.org.
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Critter House Open Hours: Leslie Science & Nature Center
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Every Sat. & Sun. A chance to view LSNC birds of prey and its Critter House animals, which include frogs, turtles, snakes, and other species native to Michigan. Noon–3 p.m., LSNC, 1831 Traver. $5 suggested donation. (734) 997–1553, lesliesnc.org.
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U-M Football vs. Ohio State
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Sold out. Noon, Michigan Stadium. (734) 764–0247, mgoblue.com/sports/football.
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“Winter Simmer Pots”: Ann Arbor District Library
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Adults & teens invited to make a spice mix to take home to boil in order to add fragrance and moisture to the air. 2–3 p.m., AADL Malletts Creek. Free. (734) 327-4200.
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Drop-In Improv Games: Ypsi Improv
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Every Sat. All age 16 & up invited to learn about and participate in improv games in a fun, relaxed, and judgment-free setting. No experience necessary. 2–4 p.m., Riverside Arts Center, 76 N. Huron St., Ypsi. Tickets $8–$10 (spectators, free) in advance via PayPal or Venmo linked from meetup.com/ypsi-improv or in cash at the door.
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“Norma & Wanda”: Purple Rose Theatre Company
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Every Wed.–Sun., Sept. 25–Dec. 21. Rhiannon Ragland directs Purple Rose founder Jeff Daniels’ 2005 comedy about two very different sisters who get themselves into an outrageous pickle over an old high school boyfriend, a chaotic church social, and a secret family recipe for Christmas sausage. Adult language and subject matter. 7:30 p.m. (Thurs.), 8 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.), 3 p.m. (Sat.), & 2 p.m. (Sun.). Purple Rose Theatre, 137 Park St., Chelsea. Tickets $30–$50 in advance at purplerosetheatre.org & by phone, and (if available) at the door. Discounts available for students, seniors, teachers, military personnel, and groups. (734) 433–7673.
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Know Obstacles Open Mic & Comedy Hour: Oz’s Music Environment
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Performers of all abilities invited to play instruments, sing songs, and tell jokes with members of this band comprised of kids and adults with special needs. Hosted by Oz’s owner Steve Oz. Spectators welcome. 4–5 p.m., Oz’s Music Environment, 1922 Packard. Free; donations accepted. (734) 662–8283.
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Magic: The Gathering: Sylvan Factory
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Every Mon.–Wed., Fri., & Sat. All invited to play both casual and tournament forms of the collectible card game Magic: The Gathering (MTG).
Mon. (6:30 p.m.): “Just Another Modern Monday.” Three rounds using powerful cards, for experienced players, with prizes. $10.
Tues. (6:30 p.m.): “MTG Pauper.” A fun and fast format for all skill levels, three rounds. $5.
Wed. & Sat. (5 p.m.): “Casual Commander Night.” A drop-in session of the most popular form of the game. Free.
Wed. (6:30 p.m.): “MTG Standard Showdown.” Three rounds, with competitive tournament rules, prizes of store credit. $10.
Fri. (6:30 p.m.): “Friday Night Magic.” Cost and format vary.
Various times, Sylvan Factory, 2459 W. Stadium. Various costs. (734) 929–5877, sylvanfactory.com.
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Mike Bonner: Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase
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Nov. 28 & 29. A longtime regular on BET’s Comic View, this Detroit native specializes in witty, high-energy observational humor about family life with his wife and 3 kids. Opening act TBA. Alcohol served. 7:15 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.) & 9:45 (Sat.), 212 S. Fourth Ave. $20 at aacomedy.com and (if available) at the door. (734) 996–9080.
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“Comedy Night”: Bløm Mead + Cider
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Stand-up comedy by Jacob Barr and other local comics. Usually sells out. 7:30–9 p.m. Bløm, 100 S. Fourth Ave. $10 (includes one 12 oz. pour of mead, cider, or nonalcoholic beverage) in advance at drinkblom.com/events and (if available) at the door. (734) 548–9729.
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“Norma & Wanda”: Purple Rose Theatre Company
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Every Wed.–Sun., Sept. 25–Dec. 21. Rhiannon Ragland directs Purple Rose founder Jeff Daniels’ 2005 comedy about two very different sisters who get themselves into an outrageous pickle over an old high school boyfriend, a chaotic church social, and a secret family recipe for Christmas sausage. Adult language and subject matter. 7:30 p.m. (Thurs.), 8 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.), 3 p.m. (Sat.), & 2 p.m. (Sun.). Purple Rose Theatre, 137 Park St., Chelsea. Tickets $30–$50 in advance at purplerosetheatre.org & by phone, and (if available) at the door. Discounts available for students, seniors, teachers, military personnel, and groups. (734) 433–7673.
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“Pop-Up Comedy”: Don’t Tell Comedy Show
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Both the lineup of stand-up comics and the location are not revealed until the day of the show. Age 21+. Food and drinks for sale. Doors open 30 minutes before showtime. 8 p.m., Burns Park neighborhood indoor location. Tickets $30 in advance only at donttellcomedy.com/cities/ann-arbor.
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“The Thanksgiving Play”: Penny Seats Theatre Company
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Every Thurs.–Sun. (except Nov. 27), Nov. 21–Dec. 7. Kelley Rawls directs local actors in Larissa FastHorse’s 2018 satirical comedy about a troupe of terminally woke theater artists who scramble to create a grade school pageant that somehow manages to celebrate both Turkey Day and Native American Heritage Month. 8 p.m. (Thurs.–Sat., except Dec. 5), 10 p.m. (Fri., Dec. 5), and 2 p.m. (Sun.), Cahoots, 206 E. Huron St. Tickets $20 (students, $15; kids 12 & under, $14; seniors, $18) in advance at pennyseats.org and (if available) at the door. (734) 926-5346, [email protected].
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Saturday Night Improv: Hear.Say Brewing + Theater
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Every Sat. House team Destination Unknown creates a scenario suggested by the audience. Opener: Guest troupe Vibes or Ghouls. 8:30–9:45 p.m., HSBT, 2350 W. Liberty. $15 in advance at heardotsay.com/events, $18 (if available) at the door. [email protected].
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Mike Bonner: Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase
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Nov. 28 & 29. A longtime regular on BET’s Comic View, this Detroit native specializes in witty, high-energy observational humor about family life with his wife and 3 kids. Opening act TBA. Alcohol served. 7:15 p.m. (Fri. & Sat.) & 9:45 (Sat.), 212 S. Fourth Ave. $20 at aacomedy.com and (if available) at the door. (734) 996–9080.
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