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Planet D Nonet (PD9) is a streamlined version of the big bands from the 1930s, often featuring guest vocalists to expand their performance versatility. Their lineup recalls the earliest big bands during swing's evolution, blending small-group agility with a larger harmonic palette.
Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe, 97 Kercheval St, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI, 48236, United States

The Detroit Red Wings host the New York Rangers in an NHL regular-season game on Friday, October 2, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit. It’s the Red Wings’ first home game of the 2026–27 regular season. Tickets are on the Red Wings’ official site.
Little Caesars Arena

Chicago instrumental trio Spare Parts plays Friday, October 2, at 7:30 p.m. at Cliff Bell’s in Detroit. Vintage keys, electric bass, and drums drive hard grooves and live improv, with Ropeadope releases to their name. Reservations available.
Cliff Bell’s

Everyone's favorite Scottish nanny hits the Fox Theatre stage on Friday, October 2, 2026, at 7:30 p.m.. In Mrs. Doubtfire, the musical based on the beloved film, out-of-work actor Daniel Hillard disguises himself as a nanny to stay close to his kids. Critics call it heartwarming, family-friendly and laugh-out-loud funny. Just three shows at the Fox, 2211 Woodward Avenue, Detroit.
Fox Theatre

Grosse Pointe Theatre stages Les Misérables on Friday, October 2, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. at 15001 East Jefferson Avenue in Grosse Pointe Park. It's a big title on Jefferson Avenue, and with ten performances in the run, it's easy to find your date.
Grosse Pointe Theatre

Halloween, Thanksgiving, back to school, haunted armories and the end of baseball season: Deck the Fall is an original sketch show that has fun with everything you love about autumn. It plays the Go Comedy! Improv Theater, 261 East Nine Mile Road in Ferndale, on Friday, October 2, 2026, at 7:30 p.m.. And yes, there are mimes and an angry deer.
Go Comedy! Improv Theater

Russ Macklem Quartet plays Friday, October 2, at 8 p.m. at MotorCity Wine in Detroit. Go if you want to catch the quartet live.
MotorCity Wine

Joel Fluent Greene presents a Detroit-themed poetry slam on Friday, October 2, at 8 p.m. at Aretha's Jazz Café at Music Hall in Detroit. Twelve Detroit poets compete for $500 with every poem about the city. Tickets from $25, ages 21+.
Aretha's Jazz Café at Music Hall

Donatella, Shine Club, and Palmer play a local-music triple bill on Friday, October 2, at 8 p.m. at PJ's Lager House in Detroit. Three bands, one night, $10 tickets.
PJ's Lager House

A ghost gets one final chance to solve their own murder. Big Fun Murder plays the Go Comedy! Improv Theater, 261 East Nine Mile Road in Ferndale, on Friday, October 2, 2026, at 9:30 p.m.: a completely improvised mystery where you help figure out what happened and who did it. Every show has a special guest.
Go Comedy! Improv Theater

Sex Pistols’ Steve Jones, Paul Cook, and Glen Matlock play with Frank Carter on Saturday, October 3, at 7 p.m. at The Fillmore Detroit in Detroit. A rare chance to see these members share the stage.
The Fillmore Detroit

Phoebe Bridgers - SOLD OUT — concert at Little Caesars Arena, Detroit.
Little Caesars Arena

Two teams, one stage, and your suggestions call the shots. The Go Comedy! All-Star Showdown hits the Go Comedy! Improv Theater, 261 East Nine Mile Road in Ferndale, on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at 7:30 p.m.. Think Whose Line is it Anyway: short improv games, challenges, and two teams battling for your laughs.
Go Comedy! Improv Theater

Lafear Trio plays Saturday, October 3, at 8 p.m. at MotorCity Wine in Detroit. Live trio set with a $5 cover.
MotorCity Wine

Alex Synclair plays songs from his debut album Captivate Me on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at 8 p.m. at Aretha's Jazz Café at Music Hall in Detroit. WDIV-Detroit called him a heart-on-his-sleeve performer—come for honest songwriting and stories. Tickets available via the venue.
Aretha's Jazz Café at Music Hall

Local rock and roll from The End of Ends, Death Cat, and Nic Stevens on Saturday, October 3, at 8 p.m. at PJ's Lager House in Detroit. Halloween vibe, three Detroit acts, tickets $10.
PJ's Lager House

Electric Feels throws an indie rock + electronic dance party on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at 9 p.m. at Saint Andrew's Hall in Detroit. A solid night out for 18+ if you’re into indie and electronic sounds.
Saint Andrew's Hall

This is improv with the gloves off. Late Night House Party hits the Go Comedy! Improv Theater, 261 East Nine Mile Road in Ferndale, on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at 9:30 p.m., with Michigan's top improv comedians mixing short-form games and fully improvised scenes built on your suggestions. The vibes are edgy, the drinks are flowing, and it's recommended for adults.
Go Comedy! Improv Theater
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