5 Things to Do in Metro Detroit the Week of July 8

This week, you can dance at the Concert of Colors, practice tai chi on the riverfront, attend a swanky day party and more!

Compiled by Ri’An Jackson

Feature photo via Concert of Colors

July 10-14

Concert of Colors

Events at various Detroit locations

Take a cultural journey at this five-day music festival. Celebrating many cultures and ethnicities, this event will feature a diverse music selection, ethnic food, vendors and more. Admission is free. More information is available at concertofcolors.com.

July 10

Tai Chi on the Riverfront

10 a.m.

William G. Milliken State Park and Harbor

 1900 Atwater St., Detroit

Spend a morning doing tai chi. On select Wednesday mornings, Urban Solstice studio will host the free exercise classes in the wetland area of Milliken State Park. Tickets are available on Eventbrite.

July 10

California Dreamin’

Mongers’ Provisions

4240 Cass Ave., Detroit

7- 9 p.m.

Pretend you’re in The Golden State during this delicious, explorative event. Here, you will try cheeses and milks from some of the best California- based creameries. There will also be California wine samples available to taste.  Tickets are $30 on Eventbrite.

July 11

Music in the Garden

6:30 – 9 p.m.

 Great Lakes Culinary Center

 24101 West Nine Mile Road, Southfield

At Music in the Garden, you can listen to music from musician Jared Sykes from Sykes International while exploring Great Lakes Culinary Center’s organic garden. There also will be appetizers and cocktails. Doors open at 6:15 p.m. Tickets are $45 on Eventbrite.

July 13

Summertime Fine Day Party

3-7 p.m.

 Granite City Food & Brewery

 100 Renaissance Center, Detroit

Join My Dream Big Club for a one-of-a-kind daytime party. Located at the Granite City Food & Brewery, you can expect a day filled with networking, dancing, raffles and more. Tickets start at $25 on Eventbrite.