Here are 8 things to do in the Detroit metropolitan area this weekend
Art & Apples Festival at Rochester Municipal Park
This three-day art fair features a panel of about 250 artists, a children’s area, live music and food vendors with something for everyone and plenty of apple-themed offerings. The 58th annual Art & Apples Festival is the premier fundraiser for Paint Creek Center for the Arts’ classes, exhibitions and other programs. Friday, 2-7 p.m., Saturday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. and Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission is free, but a $5 donation is suggested. Visit the website for more information on parking and shuttles. 400 6th Street, Rochester. pccart.org/festival.
“Memphis the Musical” at the Birmingham Village Players
Set in the 1950s and performed for the first time on a community theater stage in Metro Detroit, this production tells the story of how black blues first reached white audiences. “It was the music itself that first drew me to ‘Memphis,'” director Mark Carley said in a press release about the Tony-winning musical. “The music is simply captivating. Audiences will dance out of the theater.” Opening weekend performances are Friday through Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m., with additional dates through Sept. 22. $30. 346600 Woodward, Birmingham. (248) 644-2075. Birminghamvillageplayers.com.
Sweatember: A fundraising pop-dance party at Planet Ant
Dress up like your favorite pop icon or invent your own party superstar persona and dance your way to this pop dance party with a dance floor, DJ, snacks and prizes. The party is a fundraiser for Planet Ant’s Farm Team, an artist residency and coaching program that supports local creatives. Friday, 8 p.m. Admission $10. 2320 Caniff, Hamtramck. (313) 403-1814. planetant.com.
Stroll through the alley in the Cass Corridor
This free, volunteer-run festival is one of the city’s longest-running events. People come for the eclectic food, unique vendors and multiple stages of live music. Highlights this year include a drag show at 4 p.m. on the Community Party stage, Laura Rain and the Caesars at 6:30 p.m. on the Dally stage and Deastro at 7:15 p.m. on the Garden Party stage. Saturday, 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Admission free. Cass Corridor near Forest and Second, Detroit. Dallyinthealley.com.
BRED Hip-Hop Theater Festival at Hilberry Gateway
A mix of music, theater, dance and culture, the BRED Hip-Hop Theater Festival (BRED stands for Beats Rhymes Everything Detroit) features four plays inspired by hip-hop legends, plus an improv game show, performances, a street festival and more. Saturdays, 12:00 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Free admission. 4715 Cass, Detroit. hiphoptheatrefest.com.
Avril Levine at Pine Knob Music Theater
Early 2000s singer and chart-topper Avril Levine brings her “Greatest Hits” tour to the Clarkston area this weekend, with opening acts Simple Plan and Girlfriends. The Canadian pop-punk princess’ hits include “Complicated,” “Sk8er Boi” and “I’m With You.” Saturday, 7 p.m. Remaining tickets start at $102. 33 Bob Seger Drive, Clarkston. 313presents.com.
“Pulp Fiction” at the Redford Theater
The nonlinear, violent 1990s classic “Pulp Fiction” is being screened in 35mm this week at the historic Redford Theater to celebrate the film’s 30th anniversary, which is next month. The R-rated work by Quintin Tarantino stars Uma Thurman, John Travolta, Samuel L. Jackson, Bruce Willis and many others. 8 p.m. Saturday. $7, $5 for seniors. 17360 Lahser, Detroit. (313) 537-2560. redfordtheatre.com.
Mike Tramp’s White Lion at the Diesel Concert Lounge
Hear 1980s rock hits like “Wait,” “When the Children Cry,” “Little Fighter” and more when White Lion co-founder and original singer Mike Tramp brings a revamped version of the band to town. Sun. 7 p.m. Starting at $25. 33151 23 Mile, Chesterfield. dieselconcerts.com.
Melody Baetens
