Detroit listeners, the city is alive this week with music, markets, shimmering holiday lights, and a dash of pop culture magic.

Tonight, Bktherula hits St. Andrews Hall at 7:00 PM, bringing raw energy and new wave hip hop to the stage. If alternative rock is your thing, The Dirty Nil, War On Women, Chastity, and The Lowcocks are set for a punk-fueled evening at The Sanctuary in Hamtramck starting at 6 PM. Over at the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, “Every Brain Needs Music” kicks off at 7:30 PM, promising a unique blend of classical and contemporary sound and science.

Downtown Detroit is a winter wonderland this week. The Cadillac Square Holiday Market, open through January, features dozens of local makers selling handcrafted gifts, jewelry, art, and cozy treats. Just steps away, Cadillac Lodge offers the charm of a ski cabin with festive beverages for all ages. These markets are all about supporting Detroit’s homegrown businesses, and this year features vendors like Asher & Arnold, Big Mitten Linocuts, and Not Sorry Goods, amplifying female and BIPOC entrepreneurs. The markets run Wednesday to Sunday. Nearby, 1001 Woodward launches a free holiday experience today, open Thursday through Sunday with Santa visits and family photo ops.

If you’re thirsty for holiday cheer, pop-up bars are everywhere. Cadillac Lodge and the new Chalet 313 in Campus Martius deliver craft cocktails and seasonal snacks amidst twinkling lights. The Skip in The Belt goes tropical for its “Sippin’ Santa” event, and the Miracle pop-ups at Dragonfly and The Oakland Art Novelty Co. promise whimsical drinks in festive decor. These spots are open evenings Wednesday through Sunday, making it easy to toast the season downtown.

Looking forward to the weekend, Motor City Comic Con explodes at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi from Friday to Sunday. This pop culture fest brings Twilight stars for panels and meet-and-greets, plus gaming, cosplay contests, and a bustling Artist Alley. For families, LittleGuide Detroit recommends bringing the kids downtown for holiday shopping, Santa visits, and Christmas tree photos at Hudson’s.

There’s something for everyone in Detroit this week, whether you’re dancing at a concert, hunting for gifts at the market, sipping holiday spirits, or geeking out at Comic Con. Get out, explore, support your city, and make some new memories as Detroit lights up for the holidays.

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