Things to do this weekend in Metro Detroit

Here are 12 things to do around Metro Detroit this weekend

A Taste of Greece at Nativity of the Virgin Mary Greek Orthodox Church

This 20th annual cultural festival has authentic Greek cuisine like roast leg of lamb, pastitsio, souvlakia and combination plates so you can try it all. Taste of Greece also has entertainment, vendors and church tours. 6-10 pm. Thurs., 5-11 p.m. Fri., noon-11 p.m. Sat. and noon-6 p.m. Sun. 39851 Five Mile, Plymouth. michigangreekfestival.com.

Craig Robinson at Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle

Comedian, actor and musician Craig Robinson returns with his keyboard for three nights of side-splitting comedy in Royal Oak. Robinson has a lengthy career in TV and film in both comedic, dramatic and voiceover roles, but he’s probably best known as Darryl Philbin from the NBC show “The Office.” 7:30 p.m. Thurs., 7:15 and 9:45 p.m. Fri. and 7 and 9:30 p.m. Sat. $40, $75 VIP with meet-and-greet. 310 S. Troy, Royal Oak. (248) 542-9900. Comedycastle.com.

Novi Taco Fest at Fountain Walk

Mariachi music, margaritas, cerveza, family-friendly entertainment and tacos at every turn, this outdoor festival also has your chance to win with the hot pepper-eating and taco-eating contests and cutest-dog competition. 5-10 p.m. Fri., 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sat. and noon-7 p.m. Sun. $10 per person per day; free for veterans and active-duty personnel. 44275 W. 12 Mile, Novi. Novitacofest.com.

Brighton Street Art Fair in Downtown Brighton

More than 100 artists have been jury-selected to be a part of this new festival, which is returning for its second year. The event also has live music, free stuff for kids to do and is walkable to the downtown restaurant and shops. 5-8 p.m. Fri., 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Sat. and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sun. Free. Main Street between First and West, Brighton. Brightonstreetartfair.org.

Benefit on the Bay at MacRay Harbor

A fundraiser for the Capuchin Soup Kitchen, this waterfront event has scenic views, appetizers, dinner, beer and wine and live auctions to further help the cause. Guests will be treated to performances by the CSK Choir, too. 5:30 p.m. Fri. $95. 30675 N. River Road, Harrison Township. Benefitonthebaymi.org. (There’s also a VIP night 6 p.m. Thurs. at Hook Restaurant, 24214 Jefferson in St. Clair Shores for $250 per person.)

Hardy at Pine Knob Music Theatre

Five-time American Country Music Award-winner and two-time Country Music Award-winner country rocker Hardy will spend the weekend at Pine Knob with two shows, by popular demand. His “Jim Bob World Tour” features Koe Wetzel, Stephen Wilson Jr. and Sikarus. The Mississippi native has released a ton of his own music, but he’s also penned songs for country superstars like Florida Georgia Line, Blake Shelton, Thomas Rhett, Morgan Wallen and others. 6:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat. $67.15 and up. 33 Bob Seger Blvd., Clarkston. (313) 471-7000. 313presents.com.

Nine Inch Nails at Little Caesars Arena

Rock and Roll Hall of Famers Nine Inch Nails may have started their careers in the late 1980s, but they are far from a throwback group, having sold more than 30 million albums worldwide. Their 2022 tour was applauded by critics. This time around, the influential industrial rock band is supported by German-Iraqi producer and DJ Boys Noize. 7:30 p.m. Fri. $64.30 and up. 2645 Woodward, Detroit. (313) 471-7000. 313presents.com.

Maxwell at the Aretha Franklin Amphitheatre

Grammy Award-winning R&B and soul singer Maxwell performs this weekend at the riverside Aretha Franklin Amphitheatre. British singer-songwriter Marsha Ambrosius opens both dates. 8 p.m. Fri.-Sat. $77.50 and up. 2600 Atwater, Detroit. thearetha.com.

Hazel Park Art Fair at Green Acres Park

This annual outdoor festival features a variety of diverse artists at all skill levels. Browse fine art, crafts, jewelry, paintings and more, plus enjoy a beer tent, food court and be dazzled by performing artists, all in the woodsy shade of Green Acres Park. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Sat. and 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun. Free. Woodward Heights and Lennox, Hazel Park. hpart.org.

Lil Wayne at Little Caesars Arena

Rap superstar Lil Wayne brings his “Tha Carter VI” tour to town in celebration of 20 years of his Tha Carter album series. Tyga and Belly Gang Kushington open the show. 8 p.m. Sat. $71.75 and up. 2645 Woodward, Detroit. (313) 471-7000. 313presents.com.

Hospitality Included Fest at Detroit Design District

Detroit-based industry group Hospitality Included will host 30 of the city’s hottest bars, restaurants and pop-up chefs as vendors at this outdoor festival that also has music and visual art. Among the 30 food vendors are Vecino, Takoi, Dutch Girl Donuts, Ayeti Spaghetti, Jerk at Night, Flowers of Vietnam, Shell Shock’d Tacos, Waka and Little Ghost, plus seven DJs and more than 10 visual artists. 1-9 p.m. Sun. 6545 Oakland, Detroit. Tickets aren’t required for entry, but learn more about the community ticketing model and purchase at hospincluded.com/event-details/hospitality-included-fest-25.

Rob Thomas at Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre

Matchbox Twenty frontman and a successful solo artist, Thomas comes through town with his “All Nights Days” tour with opener A Great Big World. Fans can expect songs from his solo career, of course, but also a few Matchbox Twenty tunes and maybe a few other surprises. 7:30 p.m. Sun. $43.85 and up. 14900 Metro Parkway, Sterling Heights. (313) 471-7000. 313presents.com.

Melody Baetens