SEPTEMBER 2025





EASTERN MARKET
AFTER DARKA signature event of the Detroit Month of Design
September 18, 2025
6PM - 11PM









ARTISTS, MAKERS & COMMUNITY ORGS 


Artists and makers join small-businesses and community organizations under Shed 2 for the evening as one of the nation’s oldest public markets transforms into a creative district by night.

Vendors come together to sell products, share their message and connect with new audiences.

Shed 2 All Activations


Art + Design Activations, Creative Vendors, Gallery Pop-ups, Installations, Bars, Food Trucks & more!
ONE NIGHT ONLY
A Signature event of the Detroit Month of Design™,
Eastern Market After Dark™ showcases an array of talented artists, businesses,
organizations, and musicians.

Visitors are treated to a district-wide night market featuring:
galleries, retailers, brand activations, open-studios and live music.

EVENT INFO & FAQ

Eastern Market After Dark is a one-night-only event that offers an array of options for your creative night out.

VIP Lounge
Parking Map
Volunteer Info
Bar + Drink Ticket Info

MAIN STAGE DJ LINEUP

Presented by Nick Speed Entertainment

  • Problematic Black Hottie
  • Nick Speed
  • DJ Resurgence
  • Eddie Fowlkes

AROUND THE MARKET
Affilated Activations include Retail Activations, Murals in the Market,
Foxxtecca, iHeartRadio & so much more.


Affiliated Activations



Shed 5 Foxtecca

 CARS, KICKS & CULTURE (CKC) is an immersive celebration that connects automotive innovation, streetwear, technology, and community in a way that only Foxxtecca can deliver. 

Cars, Kicks & Culture

Eastern Market  Corp.

Eastern Market After Dark is a district-wide night market and open studio showcasing an array of talented artists, businesses, and musicians. Throughout the evening, visitors will explore galleries, retailers, and brand activations, and live music.

Retail Activations

Murals In The Market

Murals in the Market, Detroit’s internationally acclaimed public art festival, returns to its roots in Eastern Market this September 2025 to celebrate a decade of world‑class mural making, community building, and culture‑shaping creativity.

Muralist List
Interactive Murals Map by 1xRun


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