UMS at the Ypsilanti Freighthouse

Join Mambo Marci from Michigan’s largest salsa dance organization for a night of salsa dance at the Freighthouse. All are welcome, no matter your skill level or experience.

Detroit Puppet Company presents its newest shadow puppet show, Sun Moon Secret. Based on the children’s book by Shazia Omar, the story follows twin sisters Surya and Chandra as they harness their magical powers to save their village from drought.

Join artists King Sophia and Sophiyah E. on a journey of mindfulness and the metaphysical, with ambient sound, lightly guided meditation, and an opportunity to tune out the outside world.

Experience the rich tradition of Arabic maqam with world-renowned kanun player and composer Firas Zreik. The Palestinian-born New Yorker has transformed global perception of the kanun, stretching its potential as a cultural chameleon with his fresh, evolving sounds.

Since their 2008 debut album, Frontier Ruckus has delivered a singularly detailed representation of the glorious, yet occasionally grim, minutiae of Midwestern suburban life through their obsessively crafted lyrics and colorful instrumentation. Join Matthew, David, and Zachary for a night filled with folk, alt-country, pop, rock, bluegrass, and all things Americana.

Join us for an up close and personal concert experience with Detroit’s own groundbreaking, Grammy-nominated, all-women Jazz band.

Ypsilanti, it’s time to take the stage! Singers, poets, rappers, comedians, and more — bring in your newest work, dust off an old favorite, or just come by to support your neighbors and fellow artists.

March (with puppets!) from Riverside Arts Center to the Ypsilanti Freighthouse alongside the Detroit Party Marching Band. The Processional ends at the Freighthouse, where you will join your neighbors in a community celebration, including live music by Djangophonique.