We have a brief guide of the best Detroit events in October for an all-around exciting month. There’s a unique lineup of things to do in Detroit this month to give everyone their pick. Have you been keeping up with the Tigers? Have you found a new restaurant that’s already your favorite? What about seeing any recent astounding plays at a local Detroit theatre that you’d highly recommend?
Get your tickets and/or simply get outside to join these must-attend events that appeal to a variety of crowds. Have the most fun while still having a busy schedule this month. Halloween is creeping & crawling in, which brings some of the best fall events in Detroit as well as other autumn festivities. Adults and kids will be out and about with high energy this month. Keep an eye out for other talks about fall traditions & events in Detroit and Metro Detroit throughout October.
Detroitisit hand-picked some popular Detroit events in October this year to mark your calendars. Take a good look because the first of the month is coming in hot with things to do in Detroit that’ll get you ready to take on the rest of October.
ROOT FOR THE TIGERS FOR HOME FINAL SERIES GAMES
If you’re a true Detroit Tigers fan, then you’ll keep up with their schedule whether it’s the roar of summer baseball season or the final games before the team packs it up until Spring. Enjoy the bliss of classic home game views at Comerica Park. The 2025 MLB season heads into its final week. Bring your best support and stay for the suspense of Playoff spots for the American and National Leagues. Don’t miss out on early October home games for the American League Division Series, American League Championship Series, and World Series. Times and other details are still TBD/ “to be determined”. Get tickets now if you haven’t already! Click HERE to view the official MLB website for the full Tigers schedule.
Location: Comerica Park
BEAUTY AND THE BEST-THE MUSICAL
Detroit Dates: Wednesday, October 1-Sunday, October 12
Bring the family along for the magic of classic theatrics and timeless tales for an unforgettable musical experience. The 2025 Tour at Fisher Theatre is lighting up October with even more beauty and unbeatable talent. You have a good amount of opportunities to see this not-to-miss event between October 1-October 12 at various times. Fisher Theatre is a part of Broadway in Detroit and has been a historically gorgeous home to high-caliber plays. With 2,800 seats in the theater arrangement, get cozy and watch time fly by as you become invested in the mesmerizing live performance. Tickets are in high-demand and going fast! Order Fisher Theatre Detroit resale tickets now. Click HERE to view the Broadway In Detroit website for more fascinating Fisher Theatre history.
Location: Fisher Theatre-3011 W Grand Blvd., Detroit
DETROIT HARVEST & FOOD TRUCK RALLY
Dates: Sunday, October 5-Monday, October, 6
Numerous fall festivals and other celebratory fall events in Detroit and Metro Detroit are happening all month, leading up to Halloween. Embrace the best of this gorgeous Autumn month in Michigan by exploring the various seasonal activities local cities have to offer. Dequindre Cut invites families to discover local food trucks with seasonal eats, live entertainment, and family-friendly activities at this fun fall festival along the Dequindre Cut.
THE BATTERY SHOW NORTH AMERICA
Date & Time: Monday, October 6-Friday, October 9
Mark your calendars for The Battery Show North America. Detroit events in October include plenty of fun events to fill your schedule with. It’s good to balance the fun with the informative, so think about joining The Battery Show North America, happening the second week of October. The Battery Show and EV Tech Expo return to Downtown Detroit on October 6–9, 2025, marking 15 years of driving progress in advanced battery and electric vehicle technology. Get ready for a week of numerous dynamic networking opportunities with more than 21,000 professionals over the course of four days. Take part in in-depth conference education as well as other exhibitions at one of the world’s largest battery technology trade shows. Click HERE to view the website for more information.
Location: Huntington Place, Detroit
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SCOPE OUT THE BEST OF OCTOBER DINING IN DETROIT
Detroit events in October can be about the food too. Discover new tastes and comforting classics. Here are just a couple that have been featured in local news publications for their recent business updates. Check out our recent article for “The It List” at Detroitisit on “new restaurants in Metro Detroit to try this fall” as well as do more searching around because there’s always a hot spot popping up.
- Sugah Please (Location: 150 Jefferson Ave W, Ste 125, Detroit) celebrated their first anniversary this past September. See what this sweet spot in downtown Detroit is all about as the menu is primarily breakfast and brunch with music to accompany the fun atmosphere.
- Head over to Pop’s for Italian (Location: 280 W. Nine Mile, Ferndale) in Ferndale for expanded hours, which is a first for this traditional Italian restaurant. This destination restaurant and wine bar is the place to be wood-fired pizzas, Neapolitan-certified pizzas, and handmade pastas.
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