Finally, after a piercing winter, spring is in the air!
There are so many things to do this April around Detroit that we couldn’t be more excited to share this list with you!
1. Tantalize your tastebuds by Dining in the Dark
This April, you’ll have the opportunity to book one of the most memorable meals of your life!
This unique dinner experience comes with a secret 3-course meal for you to enjoy while blindfolded, which reflects the personalized preferences you select when you make your reservation!
You can choose between three menu options: red for meat, blue for seafood, and green for vegan.
Whichever menu you choose, the meal quickly turns into a fun and unique experience that you won’t forget any time soon.
2. Treat your ears to the delightful tunes of your favorite songs under the warm glow of 1,000 candles
Enjoy the delightful tunes of your favorite artists performed by classical musicians in the incredible candlelit setting!
A few of this month’s Candlelight Concerts include:
- Candlelight: Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
- Candlelight: Tribute to Queen and The Beatles
- Candlelight: Coldplay vs. Imagine Dragons
- Candlelight: Best of Bridgerton on Strings
- Candlelight: Tribute to Drake
- Candlelight: 90s Hip-Hop on Strings
3. Check out “All Things Detroit” Day at Eastern Market
One of our favorite annual events happening in the spring, ‘All Things Detroit Day‘, is taking place on the Sunday following Easter, on April 12th!
The event will take place between 10 am and 5 pm, and you can visit over 250 small business vendors offering food, clothing, and so much more at the Market’s Sheds 3, 4, & 5.
4. See the iconic Broadway spectacle ‘Hamilton’ at Fisher Theatre
The Broadway hit is performing only for a few weeks, as they will be in town from April 29th to May 17th at Detroit’s iconic Fisher Theatre!
The tickets are expected to sell out fast, and third-party platforms and resellers are expected to raise ticket prices as each show time approaches.
5. Cheer on the Tigers at Comerica Park
Opening day for the Tigers is on April 3rd as they take on the St. Louis Cardinals at Comerica Park at 7:10 pm!
Kicking off the 162-game season, this will be the start of what should be a very exciting year for Tigers fans.
6. Celebrate Earth Day at the Kalamazoo Nature Center
The Kalamazoo will kick off love for the earth with a full day of activities meant for all ages on Saturday, April 18th, including hiking some of the stunning nature trails and learning about sustainability.
Meet animals in their habitat while foraging for edible plants at this incredible celebration.
Find it April 15 at 7000 N Westnedge Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49009
7. Explore fantastical arts from the graduate students at Cranbrook Academy of Art during its Open Studios event
Take your mind for a wild spin as you explore dozens of large and small pieces created by local artists during the only event that lets you explore Cranbrook Academy of Arts’ studios!
On April 18th, between 1 and 5 pm, there will be student artwork for sale in person, food trucks, and free self-guided tours!
Find galleries at Cranbrook Art Museum, 39221 Woodward Avenue, Bloomfield Hills, MI, USA
8. Spend a day picnicking on Belle Island
This 982-acre beauty on the Detroit River is best enjoyed during these warmer months, and with the full force of spring coming our way, there’s no better time to go than now.
Grab a picnic basket and enjoy sweeping views of downtown Detroit and Windsor, Canada!
9. Go wild with a full day at the Detroit Zoo
Take a local safari without even leaving the city. Find gorillas and flamingos at this massive escape while you ogle at the 2,000 animals from 200 different species!
You can even visit their brand new Siberian Tiger named Darya, who just moved to the zoo recently.
This April, three main events are happening at the zoo that you may want to check out:
- Greenfest: A two-day eco-centric festival centered around sustainability and conservation – April 11th – 12th
- Bunnyville: A two-day event that will include live entertainment fit for all ages, photo ops with the Easter Bunny, a golden egg hunt, and more – April 3rd – 4th
- Detroit Tigers Day 2026: An honorary day celebrating the Tigers’ baseball season with PAWS, Rally Cats, real tigers, and interactive educational activities fit for the whole family – April 26
Find the Detroit Zoo at 8450 W 10 Mile Rd, Royal Oak, MI 48067
10. Catch a new movie on the big screen with a nice discount on snacks and drinks
You can steal dirt-cheap tickets to watch your favorite movies at any AMC or Regal Cinemas theatre around Detroit.
With tickets to the latest thrillers, dramas, actions, and more available at discounted prices, it makes for the perfect excuse to get out of the house!
You can see movies like:
