10 Things to Do in Metro Detroit This Weekend (Sept. 14-16)

From country to a capella, there’s a concert for everyone this weekend
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Acapella Group Pentatonix performs at DTE Energy Music Theatre on Sept. 15 with special guest Calum Scott. // Photograph Courtesy of Jiro Schneider

Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation: Learn about glass techniques, concepts, and designs as David Walters creates blown glass sculptures. Sept. 11-15. At no cost with museum membership. 20900 Oakwood Blvd., Dearborn; 313-982-6001;

Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle: Beginning his notable comedy career in Chicago, John Roy has since traveled around the country, appearing on talk shows such as Conan and The Tonight Show. Roy is also a regular performer at the Laugh Factory and Hollywood Improv. Sept. 13-15. $10+.Μύ310 S. Troy St., Royal Oak; 248-542-9900;

The Ark: American comedy institution The Second City is celebrating nearly 60 years of satirical entertainment. Founded in 1959, The Second City has hosted countless performers over the decades, including late comedian Joan Rivers and political and social activist Abbie Hoffman. Sept. 14 and 15. $26+. 316 S. Main St., Ann Arbor; 734-761-1800;

The Great American Lobster Fest: Enjoy lobster, live music performances, and family-friendly activities at the Midwest’s largest lobster and seafood festival. VIP tickets are available. Sept. 14-16. $25+. Hart Plaza, 1 Hart Plaza, Detroit;

Bruno Mars: Eleven-time Grammy Award-winner Bruno Mars is visiting 135 different cities as part of his 24K Magic World Tour. The singer-songwriterΜύis expected to perform hits like the summer favorite, β€œFinesse.” Sept. 15 and 16. $59.50+. Little Caesars Arena, 2645 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 313-471-7000;

Interpol: Following the release of their new album, Marauder, American rock band Interpol is touring with Sunflower Bean. Debuting in 1997, the band’s songs include β€œSlow Hands,” β€œAll the Rage Back Home,” and β€œThe Rover.” Sept. 16. $34+. Royal Oak Music Theatre, 318 W. Fourth St., Royal Oak; 248-399-2980;

Jason Aldean: The country singer will perform hits off his 2018 eighth studio album, Rearview Town, which earned the No. 1 spot on Billboard’s all-genre Top 200 Album chart. Aldean is joined on his 34-city tour by country artist Luke Combs and American Idol runner-up Lauren Alaina. Sept. 14. $34.75+. DTE Energy Music Theatre, 7774 Sashabaw Rd., Clarkston; 248-377-0100;

Queen Extravaganza: The Queen tribute band will perform fan-favorite songs from 1981’s Queen Greatest Hits’ album. Expect to hear renditions of β€œWe Will Rock You/We Are the Champions,” β€œAnother One Bites the Dust,” β€œSomebody to Love,” and more. Sept. 15. $24+. Saint Andrews Hall, 431 E. Congress St., Detroit; 313-961-8961;

Pentatonix:ΜύThe three-time Grammy Award-winning a capella group began performing in 39 North American cities this summer. Fans can expect to hear arrangements from their latest album, PTX Presents: Top Pop, Vol. 1, and British singer Calum Scott will open the show. Sept. 15. $29.50+. DTE Energy Music Theatre, 7774 Sashabaw Rd., Clarkston; 248-377-0100;

Astronomy at the Beach:ΜύLearn about the stars and planets at the Astronomy at the Beach event at Island Lake Recreation Area. Sept. 14 and 15. No cost. Brighton;


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