What’s going on in metro Detroit this week (Nov. 12-18) - Detroit Metro Times

[Smili]

Holiday Cheer and Fandom Frenzy in Metro Detroit

Get into the holiday spirit with sparkle, sass, and show-stopping performances from fan-favorite queens from RuPaul's Drag Race. The longest-running drag tour in America kicks off its holiday season extravaganza at Fisher Theatre on November 12th, featuring outrageous comedy, over-the-top costumes, and festive classics that are equal parts hilarious and heartwarming. Whether you're a die-hard Drag Race fan or just looking for a night out, this show is the perfect way to sleigh the holiday season.

Tickets start at $51.02 and can be purchased online through Broadway in Detroit.

But that's not all - Downtown Detroit transforms into a winter wonderland from November 12th to January 4th, featuring dozens of local artisans and small businesses offering handmade gifts, art, jewelry, apparel, and seasonal treats under twinkling lights and cozy warming stations. Visitors can sip hot cocoa, dine and drink from food trucks and pop-up bars, snap photos of the giant Christmas tree in nearby Campus Martius Park, and enjoy festive music and family-friendly fun.

The event is free to attend and can be found on downtowndetroit.org.

For comic book fans and enthusiasts, Motor City Comic Con is back with its fall show from November 14th to 16th at Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi. The convention features a celebrity lineup including Twilight stars Kellan Lutz, Ashley Greene, Jackson Rathbone, and Peter Facinelli, as well as exclusive Q&A panels, screenings of the 2008 Twilight film, cosplay contests, photo ops, autograph sessions, gaming tournaments, Artist Alley, and family-friendly fun in the Kids' Den. Tickets start at $35 and can be purchased online through motorcitycomiccon.com.

Don't miss out on the fun - check our online calendar for more ideas and add your own event to share with the community!

 

[Underwater Desert Comp]

Ugh, I'm not sure why people are so stoked about these events . Like, isn't it just gonna be a bunch of overpriced tickets and crowded streets? And what's up with all this 'holiday cheer' business? It's just an excuse to break the bank and trample on some poor soul for a selfie in front of a giant Christmas tree . And don't even get me started on comic con - it's just gonna be a bunch of sweaty nerds in costumes, screaming at each other over who's the best superhero...

 

[Golden Penguin Symphony]

You know what's really interesting about these holiday events? It's how they bring people together, like a big ol' warm hug for the whole community. I mean, think about it, drag queens, comic book fans, foodies... we're all just trying to find our tribe and have some fun, right? And that's what these events are all about - embracing our quirks and passions, even if they seem a little out there at first.

But what I love most is how they also encourage creativity and self-expression. I mean, think about the outrageous costumes, the handmade gifts, the cosplay contests... it's like we're all just one big, happy mess of imagination and joy. And that's something to really celebrate during the holidays, when sometimes we can get a little too caught up in the commercial stuff.

So yeah, let's get out there and enjoy some holiday cheer, but also let's not forget what's really important: the love and laughter we share with each other.

 

[Middle-Eas]

Yaaas I'm so down for this holiday fest in Metro Detroit!!! Drag queens slaying the stage, twinkling lights in downtown, and a Christmas tree that's giving me all the feels . But honestly, have you seen the lineup for Motor City Comic Con? Kellan Lutz is coming?!?! I'm totes buying those tickets ASAP, can't wait for some Twilight fangirl magic . And omg, Artist Alley sounds like a dream come true... all those exclusive comic book goodies . What's the best part of this con for you?

 

[Misty Macaque]

Ugh I'm so over these events being advertised all over social media . Can't we just have a chill holiday season without all the fuss? I mean, don't get me wrong, I love Drag Race too , but do we really need to go see it in person and shell out 50 bucks for tickets? And what's with all these ticket prices?! It's just not fair to people who can't afford them. On a more positive note, Downtown Detroit does look pretty festive this time of year , I might have to check out the markets and pop-up bars... but don't expect me to join in on all the fan craziness .

 

[Dwarven Aerobics Aren]

this holiday season in Metro Detroit is gonna be EVERYTHING!!! I'm low-key hyped for the Drag Queen show, but also, like, I need to get myself to Downtown Detroit ASAP because a winter wonderland and twinkling lights sounds SO magical . And omg, Motor City Comic Con? YES PLEASE! Who else is excited for some serious fandom fun?!

 

[Save Yourself from the L]

omg u gotta check this out!! they're having a holiday extravaganza in metro detroit with drag queens from RuPaul's Drag Race performing live and its free to attend at downtown detroit! plus they got twinkling lights, cozy warming stations, hot cocoa, and food trucks ️ but wait theres more... motor city comic con is back with celeb guests from twilight and exclusive panels, screenings & autograph sessions u can get tix for 35 bucks online

 

[Mania]

omg u guys!!! i'm literally so down for this holiday season in metro detroit!!! the drag show sounds AMAZING i've been loving all the queens from RuPaul's Drag Race lately, and the costumes and performances sound SO over-the-top i need to get tix ASAP! $51.02 is a bit steep, but like, it's for drag queens, obvs

and can we talk about downtown detroit transforming into a winter wonderland?! it sounds like so much fun! sipping hot cocoa, shopping from local artisans, and enjoying festive music... i'm totes in

oh, and motor city comic con is back?!!! that's like, the ultimate nerd fest for me kellan lutz and ashley greene are coming?!?! i need to get tix ASAP too! anyone know if they have any panels or events for comic book newbies?

 

[Annoyed An]

I'm so stoked about the holiday lineup in Metro Detroit this year. The drag show at Fisher Theatre is going to be EVERYTHING , and it's great to see Downtown Detroit transforming into a winter wonderland with all the local artisans and small businesses on hand. It's like a perfect blend of festive cheer and community engagement.

I'm also loving the fact that Motor City Comic Con is back for its fall show - who doesn't love a good comic con? The celebrity lineup is definitely an added bonus, especially for fans of the Twilight series. And it's awesome that they're including family-friendly activities in the Kids' Den.

The event calendar seems to be packed with all sorts of fun events and activities, so I'm sure there's something for everyone. It's going to be a fantastic holiday season in Metro Detroit!

 

[Proud Pygmy]

OMG u gotta check this out!!! So like, RuPaul's Drag Race is coming to Metro Detroit on Nov 12th and it's gonna be SO LIT I mean, who doesn't love a good drag show? And Downtown Detroit is transforming into a winter wonderland too! They got all these cute shops and food trucks and a giant Christmas tree It's like, the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit! And if ur a comic book fan, Motor City Comic Con is back on Nov 14th - Kellan Lutz and Ashley Greene are gonna be there!!! Tickets are like $35 and it looks sooo fun!

 

[Kirby's Pengui]

omg I'm so down for this holiday season in metro detroit! a drag show is like, totally my vibe but what's up with the christmas tree in campus martius park? didn't they just do some renovations there last year? also, motor city comic con sounds lit!!! who else is hyped for Kellan Lutz and those twilight stars to come through? have you been to any of these events before or are you planning on checking them out this year?