Concert halls & amphitheaters / Midtown
The Majestic Theatre
An independent concert hall on Woodward Avenue in Midtown, set in a former movie theatre that opened in 1915, booking indie rock, punk, metal, hip-hop and more.
01 / The story of this place
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Designed by C. Howard Crane, the Majestic opened on April 1, 1915 as one of the world's largest movie theatres and has been an independent concert house since the mid-1980s, holding 1,100 standing or 400 seated. It shares a complex with the Magic Stick, Sgt. Pepperoni's pizzeria and the Garden Bowl, the oldest active bowling alley in the US, owned by the Zainea family since 1946.
- Former 1915 movie theatre
- 1,100 standing or 400 seated
- Garden Bowl alley next door
Famous Detroiters
Famous people tied to this place 4
Lexicon entries for the people who lived, worked, performed or liked to spend time here.
- Sixto Rodriguez 1942–2023 · singer-songwriter, guitarist
Memorial
A public memorial concert celebrated his life here on August 12, 2023.
- Shaggy 2 Dope born 1974 · rapper, DJ, record label co-founder
Performed here
ICP's Strangle-Mania Live wrestling show sold out this Midtown theater.
- Violent J born 1972 · rapper, record label co-founder, wrestling promoter
Performed here
ICP's Strangle-Mania Live wrestling show sold out this Midtown theater.
- Dan Kroha · singer, guitarist
Performed here
Midtown music complex (with the Magic Stick upstairs) where the reunited Gories played with the Oblivians on June 26, 2009.
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Sources & fact check · Checked: 2026-09-25
An independently written bilingual guide. This collection is not an attendance-based ranking.
03 / Events
Events at this place
Published events automatically linked from our event guide. Times are local to the venue.
Nov 11, 2026, 6:00 PMThe Menzingers: Everything I Ever Saw North American Tour
Philadelphia punk veterans The Menzingers play The Majestic Theatre in Detroit on Wednesday, November 11, at 6 p.m., with Hot Water Music and Weakened Friends. They're touring their eighth album, Everything I Ever Saw. Tickets are available online.
Nov 14, 2026, 6:00 PMSAOSIN: 20 Years of Self-Titled
Orange County post-hardcore band Saosin play The Majestic Theatre in Detroit on Saturday, November 14, at 6 p.m., celebrating 20 years of their self-titled album with Cove Reber on vocals. Silent Planet, Like Moths to Flames and Save Us open. Tickets are available online.
Nov 20, 2026, 8:00 PMMadeon presents Victory Live
French producer and songwriter Madeon plays The Majestic Theatre in Detroit on Friday, November 20, at 8 p.m., with Anamanaguchi on the bill. He's bringing songs from his new record, Victory. This is an 18-and-over show, and tickets are sold online.
Nov 26, 2026, 7:00 AMThanksgiving Family Fun Fest
On Thursday, November 26, at 7 a.m., The Majestic Theatre in Detroit serves a family brunch buffet with a front row seat to the Thanksgiving Day Parade on Woodward Avenue. Tickets are available online.
Nov 29, 2026, 7:00 PMBaby Smoove Live!
Baby Smoove takes the stage live on Sunday, November 29, at 7 p.m. at The Majestic Theatre, 4140 Woodward Avenue in Detroit. Tickets are available online.
Dec 2, 2026, 8:00 PMBryce Alakai
Bryce Alakai, the Los Angeles DJ and producer known from Season 8 of Love Island USA, plays The Majestic Theatre in Detroit on Wednesday, December 2, at 8 p.m., with RAEDY LEX and IOTA. Tickets are available online.
Dec 4, 2026, 7:00 PMProtomartyr
Detroit post-punk band Protomartyr play The Majestic Theatre in Detroit on Friday, December 4, at 7 p.m., with Silkworm and Zastava. It's a hometown show built around their sixth album, Formal Growth In The Desert.
Dec 5, 2026, 6:00 PMEarlybirds Club
Earlybirds Club, a dance party for women, trans, and non-binary folks, starts Saturday, December 5, at 6 p.m. at The Majestic Theatre in Detroit. DJ Helean spins until 10 p.m., and tickets are available through the venue.
Dec 6, 2026, 7:00 PMRhye - Joy Tour
Rhye, Michael Milosh's sensual, R&B-tinged project, plays The Majestic Theatre in Detroit on Sunday, December 6, at 7 p.m. as part of the Joy tour. All ages are welcome, and tickets are available online.
Dec 19, 2026, 7:00 PMLyons Lane
Lyons Lane plays The Majestic Theatre on Woodward Avenue in Detroit on Saturday, December 19, at 7 p.m. It's an all-ages show, and tickets are available online.
Dec 31, 2026, 8:45 PMMoulin Rouge De Detroit featuring The Shivas
Portland's The Shivas bring their garage-flavored rock 'n' roll to The Majestic Theatre in Detroit on Thursday, December 31, at 8:45 p.m. for Moulin Rouge De Detroit, with Mirror Mask, Randy & The Yeah Babys and The Chloe Drallos Troupe. Tickets are available online.
Jan 15, 2027, 9:00 PMRichard Finger
Richard Finger, the anonymous dubstep and bass music duo, plays The Majestic Theatre in Detroit on Friday, January 15, at 9 p.m., with Daggz and Thew. Tickets are available online if you want to see who's behind the masks.
Jan 21, 2027, 7:00 PMBraxton Keith
Braxton Keith, the Midland, Texas, singer-songwriter bringing classic country back with his debut album Real Damn Deal, plays The Majestic Theatre in Detroit on Thursday, January 21, 2027, at 7 p.m. Wild Bill and The Bruisers open; tickets are available online.
Jan 22, 2027, 9:00 PMBoogie T: T-MAN TOUR
Louisiana bass producer Boogie T brings his T-MAN TOUR to The Majestic Theatre in Detroit on Friday, January 22, at 9 p.m., with Maddy O'Neal and SHOSH. Expect funky, bass-heavy sets; the show is 18 and over.
Jan 28, 2027, 7:00 PMWYCD Presents: Corey Kent Heartland Rock and Roll Tour
Oklahoma country-rock singer-songwriter Corey Kent plays The Majestic Theatre in Detroit on Thursday, January 28, at 7 p.m., with Tyler Nance opening. He brings two country radio No. 1s and over a billion career streams. Tickets are available online.
Feb 3, 2027, 7:00 PMTopHouse
TopHouse plays The Majestic Theatre on Woodward Avenue in Detroit on Wednesday, February 3, at 7 p.m. Expect fast, foot-stomping songs and ballads that might make you cry, like a rock band married old-fashioned bluegrass. Tickets are available online.
Feb 5, 2027, 7:00 PMBad Suns
LA trio Bad Suns play The Majestic Theatre in Detroit on Friday, February 5, 2027, at 7 p.m., on a tour celebrating the anniversary of their album Disappear Here. It's a chance to hear one of alt-rock's favorite bands live; tickets are available online.
Feb 6, 2027, 9:00 PMEffin - Heartbeats Tour
Nashville bass music producer Effin brings his Heartbeats Tour to The Majestic Theatre in Detroit on Saturday, February 6, at 9 p.m., with Nikita, The Wicked and AYCH. Tickets are available online.
Feb 27, 2027, 7:00 PMBlameless: The Tour with Jackie Hill Perry
Jackie Hill Perry brings Blameless: The Tour to The Majestic Theatre in Detroit on Saturday, February 27, at 7 p.m. A ticket link is available.
Feb 28, 2027, 7:00 PMTwin Temple
Twin Temple, the husband-and-wife duo who mix vintage rock & roll with occult theatrics, play The Majestic Theatre in Detroit on Sunday, February 28, at 7 p.m. Expect 1950s and '60s sounds with a dark, dramatic stage show. Tickets are available online.
Mar 3, 2027, 7:00 PMSammy Rae & The Friends – the GET DOWN!
Sammy Rae & The Friends, a band blending classic rock, folk and funk with soul and jazz, play the Majestic Theatre in Detroit on Wednesday, March 3, 2027, at 7 p.m. Sir Woman opens, and tickets are available online.
Mar 4, 2027, 7:00 PMVacations with Twen
Newcastle indie rock quartet Vacations play The Majestic Theatre in Detroit on Thursday, March 4, at 7 p.m., with Twen opening. They're bringing songs from their new album, Pursuit of Anything, and tickets are available online.
Mar 6, 2027, 7:00 PMDinosaur Jr.
Dinosaur Jr. play The Majestic Theatre in Detroit on Saturday, March 6, at 7 p.m., with special guest Starcrawler. They're touring There Near, their sixth studio album since reuniting about 20 years ago. Tickets are available online.
Mar 13, 2027, 6:00 PMDenny Love: Show Love Tour
Los Angeles actor and stand-up comic Denny Love takes the stage Saturday, March 13, at 6 p.m. at The Majestic Theatre in Detroit. You may know him from Mayor of Kingstown and Kevin Langue's viral videos, and he has opened for Theo Von and toured with Chris D'Elia. Tickets are available online.
Mar 23, 2027, 7:00 PMGoldie Boutilier
Independent Canadian singer-songwriter Goldie Boutilier plays The Majestic Theatre in Detroit on Tuesday, March 23, at 7 p.m. Expect deeply personal storytelling wrapped in cinematic visuals and avant-garde fashion. Tickets are available online.
Mar 24, 2027, 6:00 PMFour Year Strong: Rise or Die Trying 25 Year Anniversary Tour
Worcester's Four Year Strong play The Majestic Theatre in Detroit on Wednesday, March 24, at 6 p.m. on the 25th anniversary tour for Rise or Die Trying, with Drug Church, Heart Attack Man and Sunbloc.
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