Location: Ann Arbor
Top Things to do in Ann Arbor
Things to do in Ann Arbor, Michigan (MI): The Best Concerts & Shows
Backpack-strapped students permeate the streets of Ann Arbor, home to The University Of Michigan. But there's more to the city than academia. A popular destination for families, Ann Arbor boasts child-friendly museums with exciting hands-on exhibits and art museums with prestigious collections. Couples and single travelers enjoy the eclectic shops, ethnic restaurants and hip night clubs, while book lovers are wowed by the more than 30 independent bookstores. From mysteries and crime to holistic healing and yoga, each store has a unique personality and area of expertise. Most of the major attractions are located in the same area, making it easy to hop from one to the next and enjoy all this vibrant city has to offer.
Restaurants in Ann Arbor
1. University of Michigan - School of Music, Theatre & Dance
2. Hill Auditorium
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 143 reviews
Reviewed By BrianS962 - Ann Arbor, United States
The variety and quality of performances and events at the Hill is simply exquisite. If one is seeking a vry special event, this is the place.
3. The Ark
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 90 reviews
This music venue and nonprofit organization is dedicated to the presentation and encouragement of folk, roots and ethnic music through live performances by well-known and up-and-coming entertainers.
Reviewed By FarAway211632 - Lincoln Park, United States
I'm part of a Hawaiian Dance Group, so we decided to see the Hawaiian Musicians here. It's a nice small venue. Makes a great intimate concert environment. We were on the main floor. The sound and view were excellent! They have concessions, and an elevator for people who can't do the stairs. There were multiple opportunities to meet, greet, purchase CD's, get them autographed, and take photos. A Nice, Small place to have enjoy entertainment!
4. Power Center for the Performing Arts
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 32 reviews
A 1,400-seat theatre that frequently hosts a wide range of performances including ballet, live music and plays.
Reviewed By nah1963 - Brighton, United States
Got tickets to a recent musical and loved everything about it. The seats that had looked a bit far out on line were just 7 rows from the stage and perfect. Everyone was very friendly and helpful. Nice setting, large enough for a crowd but not overwhelming. They do tend to not open doors early - so no reason to get there too far ahead of performance time. There are parking structures connected to the theatre (Fletcher structure) but I believe they are only available to the public on the weekends. A great option for bad weather.
5. University of Michigan Gilbert & Sullivan Society
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4 reviews
The University of Michigan Gilbert & Sullivan Society (UMGASS) was founded in 1947 and is the oldest student-run society nationwide dedicated to performing the operettas of Sir William Gilbert and Sir Arthur Sullivan.Each year UMGASS brings together students and community members for two fun, fully staged productions of Gilbert & Sullivan operettas at the Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre. UMGASS also produces several outreach productions annually.We’re proud to be a great place for future performing arts professionals as well as a creative outlet for students, professors, and community members of all ages looking to blow off steam and have a great time participating in high-quality productions.
6. Michigan Theater
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 173 reviews
Reviewed By LostALot22 - Chicago, United States
This old theater is very nice. It’s currently showing old Halloween movies which is fun. It would be nice if more of these were still around.
7. Blue LLama Jazz Club
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 26 reviews
The Blue LLama Jazz Club presents live jazz and world music paired with inspired cuisine, creating a destination music venue and restaurant on Main Street in downtown Ann Arbor. The Blue LLama aims to connect the "Love of Food" and the "Love of Music" to offer one of the most unique and exciting dining and listening experiences in the Midwest
Reviewed By ErichJ - Ann Arbor, United States
Last night we enjoyed the Blue Llama Jazz Club for the first time. We chose it for our restaurant week adventure (reservation recommended). WHAT a great choice! From the moment we were greeted by the hostess AND host and then seated at a table for two along the perimeter of the room for great viewing and listening of the Paul Keller quintet. Lovely nightclub atmosphere with starlight style ceiling. For the next 2 hours we were served an eight course tasting menu (i.e., tapas)(see photo) with every dish presentation more attractive than the next one. The flavors were amazing and creative and served by a super attentive staff and described so well by them when placed before us. This place is the best new restaurant - music establishment in our city. PS. It is expensive, but worth it for a special night out or morning (Sunday brunch is our next visit!!!) PPS Particular tapas/tastes that were great: salt roasted beet carpaccio, crispy foie gras pb&j, yucca gnocchi, grilled boneless berkshire ribs and orange blossom beignets.
8. Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By michkaren
We saw John Heffron tonight and he was hilarious. We had a nice dinner in one of the many restaurants within walking distance, then walked over just as doors were opening for the evening. We enjoyed drinks and popcorn, the two local comedians, and then the headliner. It was a lot of fun and we were laughing all the way home. Good venue, however, chairs are a little small and in the area near the stage are quite packed together, so if you're not a tiny little thing, which I am not, take that into consideration when reserving your seats for your own comfort. All in all a great experience. We will definitely go back!
9. Theatre Nova
Overall Ratings
1.0 based on 1 reviews
OUR MISSION Theatre Nova is dedicated to raising awareness of the value and excitement of new plays and new playwrights, and providing resources and outlets for playwrights to develop their craft, by importing, exporting, and developing new plays and playwrights.
10. Rackham Auditorium
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
