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The Henry Ford’s Artemis Adventure with LEGO Bricks runs from Sunday, October 18, 2026, to Sunday, January 3, 2027, at The Gallery by General Motors inside the Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation in Dearborn. Giant LEGO sculptures and hands-on engineering stations bring NASA’s Artemis missions to life. Free for members or with museum admission.
Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation

Glass Academy’s 18th Glass Pumpkin Fest Show & Sale starts Sunday, October 18, at 11 a.m. at the studio in Dearborn. Live glassblowing, one-of-a-kind pumpkins, and the 2026 Frosted Lantern Signature piece—all with free admission.
Glass Academy

Part of the Michigan Arts Festival, the U-M Arts Initiative and partners present a free concert and discussion with artists Wheelchair Sports Camp and Gaelynn Lea in Ann Arbor. After the concert, Gaelynn Lea's 2026 memoir will be available for purchase and signing at Booksweet.
The Ark, 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States

A shocking act of violence, a young man obsessed with horses and a psychiatrist set on finding out why. The Ringwald Theatre stages Peter Shaffer's Equus on Sunday, October 18, 2026, at 2 p.m. at Affirmations, 290 West Nine Mile Road in Ferndale. Tickets from $20. The production contains nudity and mature subject matter.
The Ringwald Theatre @ Affirmations

The Maplesquatch family vacations at an evil warlock's ancient castle, dormant for 164 years, and soon something starts happening to dear old dad. Planet Ant's original horror comedy My Daddy is Haunted! plays the Ant Hall in Hamtramck on Sunday, October 18, 2026, at 3 p.m.. Tickets are $30 online or $35 at the door.
Planet Ant Theatre

The Sphinx Virtuosi play Ann Arbor on Sunday, October 18, 2026, at 4 p.m., presented by UMS (University Musical Society), and American mezzo-soprano J'Nai Bridges joins them for a bold new song cycle by Damien Geter. Expect newly commissioned works and reimagined classics about the country's ever-evolving story.
UMS (University Musical Society)

The Henry Ford hosts a Hallowe'en-themed buffet supper on Sunday, October 18, 2026, at 4 p.m. at A Taste of History in Greenfield Village, Dearborn. Meet storybook and spooky characters from Hallowe'en in Greenfield Village while you enjoy festive fare. Tickets available.
Greenfield Village

The Henry Ford hosts an adults-only (21+) All Hallows Dinner on Sunday, October 18, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. at Greenfield Village in Dearborn. Lantern light, twilight, and Halloween vibes in a one-hour sitting; ticket required.
Greenfield Village

Phil Ogilvie's Rhythm Kings (P.O.R.K.) perform at the Zal Gaz Grotto Club in Ann Arbor. The band specializes in rhythm and blues, soul, and jazz with energetic live performances.
Zal Gaz Grotto Club, 2070 W Stadium Blvd, Ann Arbor, MI 48103, USA

The Henry Ford hosts a 19th‑century–style harvest supper on Sunday, October 18, at 5 p.m. at Eagle Tavern in Greenfield Village, Dearborn, with candlelight, lively music, and classic parlor games. Tickets available.
Greenfield Village

The Tim Ries Quartet performs at the Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor. The group presents jazz classics and original compositions, highlighting the quartet's dynamic interplay and improvisational skills.
Blue LLama Jazz Club

The Henry Ford's evening Halloween walk returns to Greenfield Village in Dearborn for its 46th season, October 1–4, 8–11, 15–18 and 22–25 (Thursdays to Sundays), 6–9:30 p.m., with more than 50 costumed characters and scenes from The Wizard of Oz and The Legend of Sleepy Hollow. Tickets run $28–$42, and several nights sell out, so book early.
Greenfield Village

Four local improv troupes, one stage. The Weekend Finale plays the Go Comedy! Improv Theater, 261 East Nine Mile Road in Ferndale, on Sunday, October 18, 2026, at 7 p.m., with Secret Menu, the newest launch group, special guests and a headlining set from long-form house team The Clubhouse. Stick around afterward for Fresh Sauce, the free open improv jam.
Go Comedy! Improv Theater

The City of Dearborn opens its wooded Halloween trail at Ford Field Park October 16–18 (Friday to Sunday), starting at 7 p.m. each night, haunted this year by cryptids of legend, with a later Witching Hour for guests 18+. Tickets are $10 in advance or $15 on the day, for a specific date and time slot.
Ford Field Park

Emily Slomovits has been playing violin since age seven, blending classical training with jazz and folk fiddle styles. She performs solo, with her family's duo Gemini, and in various ensembles including string quartets and folk bands. She has also appeared in theatrical productions.
The Ark, 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States

Always wanted to try improv? At Fresh Sauce, the weekly jam at the Go Comedy! Improv Theater, 261 East Nine Mile Road in Ferndale, anyone can get on stage on Sunday, October 18, 2026, at 9 p.m.. It's free and no ticket is needed: show up early to sign up and play, or just grab a seat and watch.
Go Comedy! Improv Theater

The Henry Ford’s showcase film, Detroit: The City of Hot Rods & Muscle Cars, runs daily from Thursday, January 1, 2026, through Thursday, December 31, 2026, at the Giant Screen Experience at the Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation in Dearborn. See Detroit’s hot rod and muscle car culture on a massive screen. Tickets available.
Giant Screen Experience, Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation

The Henry Ford runs special programs honoring Indigenous history, cultures, traditions, and contributions from Friday, October 9, through Monday, November 30, 2026, at Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation and Greenfield Village in Dearborn. Free for members; otherwise with admission. Programs run 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
The Henry Ford
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