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The Metro Events Guide: New exhibitions and early fall festivities

10 October 2025 at 00:02

If youโ€™re a museum enthusiast, youโ€™re in luck. This week, weโ€™ve got new exhibitions, last-chance exhibitions and even an opportunity to chat with two of the cityโ€™s top museum directors.

Plus, a physical media swap, a fall art fair and your first chance of the season to trick-or-treat. Read on to learn more.

Upcoming events

100 Years Unbound: The Power of Aging

๐Ÿ“ย  The Detroit Historical Museum

๐Ÿ—“ย  Ongoing starting Saturday, Oct. 11

๐ŸŽŸย  $8โ€“$15 (Free for members and children under 6)

A new exhibition celebrating 100 years of the Hannan Center, from its early roots and innovative programs to its vision for redefining aging across metro Detroit. The exhibit features rare artifacts, photographs and art that tell the centerโ€™s story. An opening celebration will take place on Saturday, Oct. 11 at 1 p.m. featuring remarks from Hannan Center President & CEO, Vincent Tilford.

Zoo Boo

๐Ÿ“ย  The Detroit Zoo

๐Ÿ—“ย  Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday through Oct. 26

๐ŸŽŸย  $21โ€“$27

A family-friendly Halloween-themed attraction at the zoo featuring festive decorations, educational opportunities and plenty of treats. The Zoo Boo pathway is open from 4-9:30 p.m. The animal habitats will not be accessible during Zoo Boo, but zoo admission is discounted on Zoo Boo days from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Dead Media Swap

๐Ÿ“ย  100 Proof in Eastern Market

๐Ÿ—“ย  Saturday, Oct. 11

๐ŸŽŸย  $3

An event hosted by Detroit City Distillery where people can swap cassettes, CDs, VHS tapes, vinyl records and more. There will also be raffles, beer, cocktails and food, including Chef Mattโ€™s famous gumbo. Thereโ€™s a $3 entry fee, and the event goes from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.ย 

A2 Artoberfest

๐Ÿ“ย  Kerrytown in Downtown Ann Arbor

๐Ÿ—“ย  Saturday, Oct. 11 and Sunday, Oct. 12

๐ŸŽŸย  Free

An annual autumn art fair featuring over 100 juried artists, live music, food, beer, cider and cocktails on the streets of Ann Arborโ€™s Kerrytown area. The fair opens at 10 a.m. each day and closes at 6 p.m. on Saturday and at 4 p.m. on Sunday.

Presenting African American Art: A Talk with the Directors

๐Ÿ“ย  The Detroit Institute of Arts Lecture Hall

๐Ÿ—“ย  Sunday, Oct. 12

๐ŸŽŸย  Free with registration

A dialogue between DIA Director Salvador Salort-Pons and The Wright Director Neil Barclay as they explore the evolving role of cultural institutions in preserving, exhibiting and championing African American art, history and culture. Theyโ€™ll discuss how museums can serve as both stewards of history and platforms for contemporary voices. Admission is free with registration and general admission to the museum, and space is limited. General admission to the museum is free for residents of Wayne, Oakland and Macomb counties. The talk starts at 2 p.m.

Black, Queer, Proud: 30 Years of Hotter Than July

๐Ÿ“ย  The Detroit Historical Museum

๐Ÿ—“ย  Ongoing through Sunday, Oct. 12

๐ŸŽŸย  $8โ€“$15 (Free for members and children under 6)

An exhibition celebrating the second-oldest and longest-running Black Queer Pride event in the world. The exhibit features photographs of the festival from over the years, highlighting the festivalโ€™s Detroit roots and community-driven mission. The last day to see the exhibit is Sunday, Oct. 12.

Indigenous Peoplesโ€™ Day at the DIA

๐Ÿ“ย  The Detroit Institute of Arts

๐Ÿ—“ย  Monday, Oct. 13

๐ŸŽŸย  Free

While the DIA is usually closed on Mondays, the museum will be open on Oct. 13 to celebrate Indigenous Peoplesโ€™ Day. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the museum is offering free admission to the Contemporary Anishinaabe Art exhibition and the Native American galleries. Then at 6 p.m., Ojibwe author Angeline Boulley will do a live reading and signing for her new book, โ€œSisters in the Wind.โ€ Admission to the author talk is also free, but registration is required.

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