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The Detroit Riverfront Conservancy holds its yearly Day of the Dead celebration at Robert C. Valade Park on Sunday, November 1, 11 a.m.–3 p.m., with food, live entertainment, shop vendors and kids' activities, plus a community ofrenda where you can add a name or message for a loved one. Admission is free.
Robert C. Valade Park

On Sunday, November 1, at 2 p.m., the final day of the DIA's Ofrendas exhibition, the artists behind this year's altars talk about their meaning and inspiration in the Detroit Institute of Arts Lecture Hall, after members of the Mexican Consulate open with the history of Día de Muertos. Free with general admission.
Detroit Institute of Arts – Lecture Hall

Fresh Sauce is hosting an open improv jam at Go Comedy! Improv Theater in Ferndale on Sunday, November 1, at 9 p.m. Anyone can jump on stage to play improv games, and it's free with no tickets needed.
Go Comedy! Improv Theater

Edsel & Eleanor Ford House hosts a storytime on Tuesday, November 3, at 10:30 a.m. at Ford House in Grosse Pointe Shores, reading Doreen Cronin’s Click, Clack, Moo: Cows That Type with playtime after. Free tickets; reservations recommended.
Ford House

GR Trans Foundation hosts a walk-in “Gender Junk” day on Wednesday, November 4, from 1 to 5 p.m. at their Grand Rapids space. Come order gender-affirming items free of charge, first come, first served.
GR Trans Foundation, 343 Atlas Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49506, United States

Wise Guys Chess Club hosts Wisdom Wednesdays on Wednesday, November 4, at 6 p.m. at Robert C. Valade Park in Detroit. It’s free for all ages, with free lessons from 6–7:30 p.m.
Robert C. Valade Park

GR Trans Foundation and GR Pride Center host a casual meet-and-greet on Thursday, November 5, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Vivant Brewery + Spirits in Grand Rapids. A welcoming hang for West Michigan’s trans and queer community, with free entry and $2 off all beverages for attendees.
Vivant Brewery + Spirits, 925 Cherry St SE, Grand Rapids, 49506, United States

Affirmations LGBTQ+ Community Center hosts an online Writing Group on Thursday, November 5, at 6:45 p.m., organized from Ferndale. Trade ideas with fellow writers or share works-in-progress—free with registration.
Affirmations

Go Comedy! Improv Theater hosts Super Sauce on Thursday, November 5, at 9 p.m. in Ferndale. It’s a free long-form improv jam open to students and veterans alike.
Go Comedy! Improv Theater

Author David Treuer leads a discussion on Saturday, November 7, at 2 p.m. in the Anderson Theater at the Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation in Dearborn. Part of The Henry Ford’s Celebration of Indigenous History, drawing on The Savage Mind: An American Legacy. Free with registration (registration opens Oct 7).
Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation

The Henry Ford marks Veterans Day on Wednesday, November 11, at 9:30 a.m. at the Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation in Dearborn, honoring service members past and present. Free admission for active-duty military, veterans, and their families.
Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation

Affirmations’ Youth Advisory Council throws a Youth Pride fest on Saturday, November 14, 10 a.m.–5 p.m., at the Affirmations Lower Level Atrium in Ferndale. By youth, for youth—workshops, a drag show, community vibes—and it’s free.
Affirmations Lower Level Atrium, 290 W Nine Mile Rd, Ferndale, 48220

Free family movie day in Muskegon: Where The Wild Things Are hits the big screen at the historic Frauenthal Theater on Sunday, November 15, 2026, at 3 p.m.. Young Max sails off to an island of Wild Things and gets crowned king. Expect themed activities, surprises and film-inspired snacks, and let them know you're coming.
Frauenthal Theater

Acclaimed author Dave Eggers, the featured writer for the Big Read Muskegon, comes to the Frauenthal Theater on Tuesday, November 17, 2026, at 7 p.m.. He sits down with Muskegon Community College English faculty member Sean Colcleasure, then takes questions and signs books in the lobby. It's free and open to all; sign up at MADL.org/BR.
Frauenthal Theater

Aris Chalin Piano Duo plays Wednesday, November 18, at 7 p.m. at Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor. Two sets (7 and 8), free cover, plus a $95 Dinner for Two—award-winning pianist blending genres.
Blue LLama Jazz Club

MiGen Michigan LGBTQ+ Elders Network hosts Craft Night on Thursday, November 19, at 6 p.m. at the Affirmations Intergenerational Community Room in Ferndale. LGBTQ+ folks of all ages can make art and talk across generations; supplies and conversation cards are provided. Free, registration on MiGen’s website.
Affirmations Intergenerational Community Room, 290 W Nine Mile Rd, Ferndale, 48220

GR Trans Foundation’s alcohol-free LGBTQIA+ meet & greet is Thursday, November 19, at 6 p.m. at Lotus Brew Coffee / Dry Bar in Grand Rapids. A welcoming space to reconnect and meet new friends, with free admission.
Lotus Brew Coffee / Dry Bar, 211 Diamond Ave SE, Grand Rapids, 49506, United States

The Keweenaw Symphony Orchestra presents its Community Recital at Portage Lake United Church, featuring local vocalists and instrumentalists—amateurs and professionals alike—performing solo and ensemble pieces.
Portage Lake United Church
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