Brad Wenzel
Known for his dry and off-beat comedic style, the Michigan native won first place at the Great American Comedy Festival and has performed stand-up on late-night talk show Conan multiple times. May 30-June 1. $10+. Mark Ridleyβs Comedy Castle, 310 S. Troy St., Royal Oak; 248-542-9900;
Wu-Tang Clan
The iconic hip-hop group, which has sold more than 40 million albums worldwide, is celebrating its 25th anniversary with a tour that will come to Sterling Heights this weekend. May 31. $29.50+. Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre at Freedom Hill, 14900 Metro Pkwy., Sterling Heights; 586-268-9700;
ΜύRob Thomas
The Grammy Award-winning lead singer of Matchbox 20 is touring in support of his fourth solo album, #Chip tooth Smile#. June 1. $33+. Meadow Brook Amphitheatre, 3554 Walton Blvd., Rochester Hills; 248-377-0100;
Tom Segura
Best known for his three Netflix specials and successful podcast, this Last Comic Standing 2 finalist has performed at comedy festivals across the world. June 1. $34+. Fox Theatre, 2211 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 800-745-3000;
OURS Film Festival
Not your average film festival, this event will also feature an art exhibit and an action sports display. June 1. No cost. Senate Theater, 6424 Michigan Ave., Detroit; 313-894-0850; Μύ
Whateverfest
The ninth annual music festival features local acts, as well as some from outside the city. Also present will be local vendors, artists, and food trucks. June 1. No cost. Dequindre Cut Freight Yard, 1905 Alfred St., Detroit; 734-578-2631;
Palmer Park Art Fair
See the work of juried, emerging, and teen artists at the beautiful Palmer Park, bordered by Lake Frances and historic neighborhoods. You can also watch artists at work, participate in family activities, and grab a cold one at the beer tent. June 1. No cost. Palmer Park, 19013 Woodward Ave., Detroit; Μύ
Arts of Asia: Korean Festival
You can enjoy Korean folk art and learn Korean calligraphy at this event, which merges traditional and contemporary culture from the East Asian countries. You will also experience dance and musical performances of various genres, including K-pop and Pungmul Nori β a folk music tradition, which involves drumming, dancing, and singing. June 1 and 2. No cost with museum admission. Detroit Institute of Arts, 5200 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 313-833-7900; Μύ
Movie Music of Spike Lee
The Terence Blanchard Quintet and theΜύDetroit Symphony OrchestraΜύwill be performing music from eight films by the award-winning director and producer. June 2. $19+. Orchestra Hall, 3711 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 313-576-5111;
Anderson .Paak & The Free Nationals
The Grammy Award-winning hip-hop artist is touring in support of his latest album, Ventura. June 2. $29.50+. Meadow Brook Amphitheatre, 3554 Walton Blvd., Rochester Hills; 248-377-0100;
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