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Pontiac's long-running Erebus haunted attraction is back with its Primordium storyline at 18 South Perry St., open October 1–4, 7–11, 13–18 and 20–31, plus November 1, 6 and 7. Tickets are sold by date on the official Erebus calendar, $25–$42 depending on the night.
Erebus Haunted Attraction

Emma C. Johnson's Neoliberal Loops project explores neoliberalism, postfeminism, and economic precarity through diverse media at the Rozsa Art Galleries. The exhibit runs from September 18 to November 6, 2026, in Houghton, inviting reflection on capitalism and representation.
Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts, Rozsa Art Galleries

The Mind Trekkers One UP Hidden Coast Festival in Houghton offers over 50 hands-on STEM activities designed to engage curious minds of all ages in science and technology exploration.
U.P. State Fairgrounds , Ruth Butler Building

Historic Elmwood Cemetery hosts a trolley tour on Wednesday, October 14, at 10 a.m. at Elmwood Cemetery in Detroit. Ride a beautiful vintage trolley while you learn the cemetery’s history and landscape; tickets available.
Elmwood Cemetery

GR Trans Foundation hosts a Legal Doc Assistance Walk-In Day on Wednesday, October 14, from 1 to 5 p.m. at their Grand Rapids office. For Kent County trans and nonbinary residents needing help with IDs, Social Security cards, birth certificates, or passports. Free, first come, first served.
GR Trans Foundation, 343 Atlas Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49506, United States

On Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at 3 p.m., the Purple Rose Theatre in Chelsea (137 Park Street) stages Bastard, Devin Scillian's dramedy about two brothers who share nothing but a last name: an aging country rocker and a buttoned-down financial whiz. Their mother's death reopens old wounds, and a new one could tear the family apart. Heads-up: adult language and subject matter.
The Purple Rose Theatre

Huskies Swim Training offers advanced swimmers focused coaching on stroke technique, endurance, speed, and race strategy through group swim workouts and personalized feedback, fostering competitive spirit and life skills.
Student Development Complex (SDC), Pool

ProsperUs Detroit brings back its Family Block Party on Wednesday, October 14, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Eastern Market, Shed 5 in Detroit. An annual community celebration with ProsperUs entrepreneurs, families, partners, and friends. Free with RSVP.
Eastern Market, Shed 5, 2810 Russell St., Detroit, MI, 48207

Lenny Pearce plays Wednesday, October 14, at 5 p.m. at Royal Oak Music Theatre in Royal Oak. Presented by AEG, tickets available.
Royal Oak Music Theatre

Fisk for Footlights comes to Grosse Pointe Theatre, 15001 East Jefferson Avenue in Grosse Pointe Park, on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at 6 p.m.. It happens just once, so put it on your calendar if you're interested.
Grosse Pointe Theatre

Central Michigan volleyball hosts Kent State on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at 6 p.m. at McGuirk Arena in Mount Pleasant. Ticket info is on cmuchippewas.com, Central Michigan’s official athletics site.
McGuirk Arena

Source Booksellers hosts an author talk around The True Confessions of First Lady Freeman on Wednesday, October 14, at 6 p.m. at the Detroit Public Library (Main Branch) in Detroit. Expect a laid‑back chat digging into the new book’s stories and secrets.
Detroit Public Library ( Main Branch)

Wise Guys Chess Club hosts a chess night on Wednesday, October 14, at 6 p.m. at Robert C. Valade Park in Detroit. It’s free, open to all ages and skill levels, with free lessons from 6–7:30 p.m.
Robert C. Valade Park

Meadow Brook Hall hosts Dinner & A Movie: Maltese Falcon (1941) on Wednesday, October 14, at 6 p.m. at Meadow Brook Hall in Rochester. A classic 1941 noir on the big screen; it's sold out, with a waitlist open.
Meadow Brook Hall

Cate Waldecker, Education & Programs Coordinator at the Detroit Historical Society, gives a talk on Wednesday, October 14, at 6 p.m. at the Dearborn Heights Library – John F. Kennedy Jr. Branch in Dearborn Heights. She’ll trace a century of Detroit on screen—and admission is free.
Dearborn Heights Library - John F. Kennedy Jr. Branch

The GUD Band is a live music group from Detroit known for blending soul, blues, and jazz into their energetic performances. Their style incorporates R&B, funk, soul, gospel, and modern hits to create a fresh yet nostalgic sound.
Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe, 97 Kercheval St, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI, 48236, United States

Affirmations LGBTQ+ Community Center hosts a group run on Wednesday, October 14, at 6:30 p.m. starting at Affirmations in Ferndale. Choose 5K or 10K; finishes alternate between Soho (even weeks) and Sidecar Slider Bar (odd weeks).
Affirmations

MotorCity Wine hosts a Tango Night on Wednesday, October 14, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at MotorCity Wine in Detroit. Go if tango is your thing.
MotorCity Wine
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