Detroit Harvest Festival
After years of preparation, the new Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Centennial Park ready to open along the Detroit River. Named after the late businessman, Buffalo Bills founder and owner, and philanthropist, the $80 million project features two full-size basketball courts, a playground with whimsical animal-shaped structures, a water garden and walking trails. The park celebrates its grand opening this weekend with the annual Detroit Harvest Fest, which has moved from its usual spot in the Dequindre Cut and brings food trucks, games, pumpkin paintings and other family-friendly fun. The festivities also include two days of musical performances, including acts like Ballet Folklorico, Roots Vibrations, Gabriel Duran and more. The event begins Saturday at 10 a.m. with a press conference and ribbon cutting.
From 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday, October 25 and Sunday, October 26; Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Centennial Park, Detroit; detroitharvestfest.com. No cover.
Spooktacular Halloween party
Held in the parking lot of this long-standing smoke shop and newer cannabis dispensary, the celebration will feature vendors, a food truck, a raffle, and a free gift bag for the first 150 guests.
Saturday, October 25 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; The Hive at BDT, 21630 John R Rd., Hazel Park; thehivemichigan.com. No cover.
Cheap Creepy XVII
This year’s Creepy Cheapy Halloween party is hosting its first-ever short film festival, with 10 short films of 90 seconds or less competing for a $5,000 prize. As in previous years, the event will also feature dozens of character tribute bands, prizes for the best costumes, “The Candy Eating Contest of Doom,” a retro video game arcade and free treats.
Starts at 7pm on Friday, October 24 and Saturday, October 25; The Crofoot, 1 S. Saginaw St., Pontiac; creepycheapy.com. Tickets start at $15.
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