The Metro-Detroit area welcomes the winter thaw in March with a series of concert events. Of course, it is still winter, so ice sculptures, snow festivals, skiing and other winter sports are still on the list of Metro-Detroit Events and Things to Do in March. Frankly, the weather in March may or may not cooperate.
If you are looking ahead to April and beyond, check out the Yearly Calendar of Events for Metro Detroit.
Winter in Detroit
Photo © John Wills
When: Throughout the Winter
Where: Throughout the Metro-Detroit area and beyond
Weather: Average Temperatures and Snow in March
Michigan winters give us plenty of opportunity for ice skids and snow shoveling, but they also give us a unique set of outdoor sports, including downhill skiing and cross-country skiing.
Detroit Kennel Club Dog Show
Photo © Laura Sternberg, Licensed to About.com
When: 3/2/13 through 3/3/13
Where: Cobo Center, Downtown Detroit
The Detroit Kennel Club Dog Show provides the public with an opportunity to meet all of the participating dogs (over 160 breeds and varieties) and their breeders. In addition to the breed judging, there will be Motor Cities Fox Terrier Club Terrier Racing, Field Training Demonstrations, Retriever Training Demonstrations, and Border Collies Herding Sheep & Ducks. Tickets for the event start at $15 an adult.
Autorama
Photo © dketchum
Where: Cobo Center, Detroit
Autorama celebrates the hot rod with the 50th annual Ridler's Ball on 3/8/13, Toy-A-Rama, Gene Winfield's Chop Shop, Kid Rock's car collection, three generations of the Batmobile, and car-care tips seminars. Tickets are $18 adult/$5 child.
Guide to St. Patrick's Day
Photo © DetroitIrish.org
Where: All across the Metro-Detroit area
We may not dye our river green in Detroit, but we still get our green on for the holiday with parades, parties and feasts.
Ann Arbor Film Fest
Photo © Geoff George
When: 3/19/13 through 3/24/13
Where: The Michigan Theatre, Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor's internationally renowned, independent film festival is in its 51st year. Throughout its history, the festival has hosted experimental and pioneering films from artists of the caliber of Andy Warhol and George Lucas.
The Detroit Zoo: Bunnyville
Photo © Laura Sternberg, Licensed to About.com
When: 3/30/13 from 10 AM to 4 PM
Where: The Detroit Zoo, Royal Oak
At any given time, The Detroit Zoo hosts special zoo events that showcase zoo animals and offer special activities for children. In honor of the Easter holiday, the zoo hosts Bunnyville. The event includes games, crafts, animals, entertainment and treats.
Guide to Easter in Metro Detroit
Photo © Desmond C. Simmons (2008)
When: Sunday, 3/31/13 (but Easter-related events start as early as 3/16/13)
Where: All across the Metro-Detroit area
Detroit is a great place to celebrate with the Easter Bunny. He (she?) is about town hiding eggs, hosting Easter Brunches/Buffets, and providing photo opportunities starting in late March.
Metro Times Blowout
Photo © Lish Dorset / Handmade Detroit
When: The Blowout will take place in April and May in 2013
Where: Hamtramck and Ferndale
In its 16th year, the Metro Times Blowout showcases 100s of bands over four nights at several bars/clubs throughout Hamtramck and Ferndale.
Shows and Concerts
Photo by Steve McNicholas
When: Throughout the next couple of months
Where: Metro-Detroit Theaters and Concert Venues
At any given time, Detroit hosts a variety of shows and concerts, including music concerts, Broadway plays, comedians, rodeos and circuses.
Conferences, Expos and Trade Shows
Photo © Laura Sternberg, Licensed to About.com
When: Throughout the month
Where: Metro-Detroit area
At any given time, several conferences, expos or shows are open to the public in the Metro-Detroit area. Check out what is coming to the area in March.
Detroit Institute of Arts
Photo © The Detroit Institute of Arts
When: Throughout the year
Where: Detroit Institute of Arts, downtown Detroit
Arts Alive!: After six and one-half years of renovations, the New Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA) opened its doors in 2007 to show off its new design and galleries. The DIA is always brimming with events, including films, exhibits and music.
State and Metro Park Events
Photo © Wally Spice Photography
When: Throughout the month
Where: Parks in and around the Metro-Detroit area
In the winter months, both state and metro parks host lots of activities to help you embrace winter, including ski and snowshoe classes, ice-fishing instruction and evening hikes. Check out the calendar of events:
- State Parks in the Metro-Detroit area include Maybury State Park in Northville, Seven Lakes State Park in Fenton, Dodge #4 State Park in Waterford, and Proud Lake Recreation Area in Commerce Township.
- Huron-Clinton MetroParks in and around Metro Detroit, including Metro Beach near Mt. Clemens and Kensington in Brighton.
