Events

In communities across Michigan, humanities-rich programming is making a lasting impact in the hearts and minds of residents and visitors alike. MI Humanities is proud to partner with local community champions to bring you high-quality public programming through community project grants, Museum on Main Street, and more.

PLEASE NOTE: Some events may be canceled or postponed. We work to ensure that our events calendar remains accurate. We strongly urge you to call the event contact for any program you are interested in to confirm that the event is still planned.

Experience the Magic of Holi: India’s Festival of Colors!

Portage Lake District Library 58 Huron St., Houghton, MI, United States

Step into a world bursting with color, joy, and celebration! 🌈✨ In this one-of-a-kind Holi Celebration Workshop, you will: 🌟 Discover the Legends: Uncover the fascinating stories behind Holi and how […]

Concert Series: City Lights Chorus

First United Methodist Church 777 West Eight Mile Road, Northville, MI, United States

The City Lights Chorus, an internationally acclaimed men’s a cappella chorus, will debut several new songs featuring vocal jazz, choral, spiritual, barbershop style and more! Bring your family, friends, and […]

History Lecture: Behind the Scenes of History by Andrew Kercher

Sanilac County Historic Village & Museum 228 S. Ridge St., Port Sanilac, MI, United States

Examine the history and the present of the Straits of Mackinac. Visited by millions, Mackinac is a special place for many Michiganders. Hear the incredible history from the indigenous peoples […]

$10

Orion Township Library – Summer Reading Kickoff

Orion Township Library 825 Joslyn Rd, Lake Orion, Michigan

Celebrate the start of summer with our fun annual program outside at the library reading gardens. We’ll have blow-up obstacle courses, strolling entertainment, and fun activities hosted by local organizations […]

Free

USCGC MACKINAW-An Illustrated History of a Great Lakes Queen

Portage Lake District Library 58 Huron St., Houghton, MI, United States

Step into the fascinating world of the USCGC Mackinaw and the Mackinac Bridge with longtime journalist and author Mike Fornes, who has spent over 25 years telling the stories of […]

Free

Ann Arbor Asian Night Market by Marupo ACTS

Ann Arbor Farmers Market 315 Detroit Street, Ann Arbor, MI, United States

Join us for a night of celebration with food vendors, performances (dance performances, music performances and more) as well as hand-crafted trinkets for sale while supporting local AAPI businesses. Please RSVP, […]

Free

SUPER SatARTday

Anton Art Center 125 Macomb Place, Mount Clemens, Michigan

Our annual community celebration of the arts features interactive art performances, hands-on art activities, demonstrations from artists in various art mediums, and showcases our amazing instructors. This FREE community event has […]

Free

SRP Richard’s Family-Friendly Ventriloquist

Cedar Springs Public Library 107 N. Main NE, Cedar Springs, MI, United States

Richard's Family-Friendly Ventriloquist show is a side-splitting performance suitable for all ages. With a winning combination of clean and kid-friendly comedy, larger-than-life and colorful puppets, music, magic, and plenty of […]

Free

Summer Reading Kickoff: Puppet Show – Alex Thomas and Friends

Hazel Park District Library 123 E 9 Mile Rd, Hazel Park, United States

Alex Thomas and Friends will be doing a puppet show for the Hazel Park District Library on Tuesday, June 17 at 1pm as our summer reading kickoff program. Their Puppet […]

Free

Brighton Arts & Culture Commission Presents: Children’s Summer Series

The Amp! 202 N. Main St., Brighton, MI, United States

The Children’s Summer Series, presented by the Brighton Arts & Culture Commission, is a free, family-friendly event series that brings music, magic, theater, and more to our outdoor amphitheater in […]

Free

Drawing Comics/Manga Workshop with Mark Crilley!

Grand Ledge Area District Library 131 E Jefferson St, Grand Ledge, Michigan

Kids 8 - 14 Mark Crilley, published professional American comic creator, artist-- and children's book author & illustrator will host this workshop for kids on Comic & Manga Drawing! Mark […]

Free

Creative Drawing Workshop with Mark Crilley

Grand Ledge Area District Library 131 E Jefferson St, Grand Ledge, Michigan

Ages 15+ Mark Crilley, a published professional comic creator, artist-- and children's book author & illustrator will host this Creative Drawing workshop! Mark will share drawing techniques and tips for youth […]

Free

Hamburg Township Library – Summer Music Festival

Hamburg Township Library 10411 Merrill Road, Hamburg, Michigan

Join us for an evening of music and food at the Library. You can sit and relax or get up and dance in the aisles! Phase 5 Motown Tribute Band […]

Free

OKAN at the Ann Arbor Summer Festival (A2SF) and Top of the Park

Top of the Park 915 E. Washington St, Ann Arbor, MI

OKAN brings their passionate Afro-Cuban jazz to an A2SF stage this summer! Fusing their Afro-Cuban roots with jazz, folk, and global rhythms in songs about immigration, resistance, and love. OKAN […]

Free

The Gwinn Modeltown Market’s Summer Concert & Car Show

Peter Nordeen Park 115 North Pine St., Gwinn, Michigan

The Gwinn Modeltown Market’s Summer Concert & Car Show is held annually in the beautiful Peter Nordeen Park in downtown Gwinn, Michigan. The old two-story log stage set among towering […]

Free

Missoula Children’s Theatre’s TREASURE ISLAND

Historic Ironwood Theatre 113 E. Aurora St, Ironwood, MIchigan

TREASURE ISLAND- The Missoula Children's Theatre takes pride in presenting TREASURE ISLAND, an original adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson’s epic novel. Young Jim Hawkins, a mischievous lad, lives with his […]

13th Annual Ragtime Extravaganza

PlaneWave Instruments 1375 N Main St, Adrian, MI, United States

River Raisin Ragtime Revue is presenting our 13th annual Ragtime Extravaganza, a community event that brings together local, regional, and national talent. The Extravaganza is presented free on the Adrian […]

Free