This Weekend in Ferndale, MI

What's on over the next few days.

Places for this weekend

The Rust Belt Market
4.7(2,142)· Google4.7 out of 5 from 2142 reviews (Google rating)
Bar
The Rust Belt Market is a warehouse marketplace in downtown Ferndale, MI, known for more than 40 boutiques, craft vendors and vintage resellers, plus a full bar. At 22801 Woodward Ave, it brings shopping and a bar into the same space. Visitors repeatedly call out the distinctive, niche booths, with the large plant store also drawing attention. This women-owned market offers in-store shopping and works for a quick visit as well as a browse through its vendors. Plan around a Friday-through-Sunday schedule: noon–7 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m.–7 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m.–6 p.m. Sunday; it is closed Monday through Thursday. Parking options include free and paid street parking and a paid lot. The entrance, parking and restroom are wheelchair accessible. The market welcomes LGBTQ visitors and identifies as a transgender safe space. Wi-Fi is available, and vendors’ market payment options include credit cards, debit cards and NFC mobile payments.
Culantro
4.4(1,382)· Google4.4 out of 5 from 1382 reviews (Google rating)
Restaurant
Culantro is a Peruvian restaurant at 22939 Woodward Ave in Ferndale, MI. Although listed in the seafood restaurant category, its description centers on Peruvian rotisserie chicken, grilled meat dishes and sides. The narrow, unfussy space has a casual, cozy atmosphere, with lunch and dinner service and options for solo diners, families and groups. Its listed offerings include comfort food, small plates, halal food, and vegan and vegetarian options, along with dessert. The Latinx-, veteran- and women-owned business offers counter and table service, as well as takeout, curbside pickup and delivery, including no-contact delivery. Children are welcome, and high chairs are available. The entrance, seating, parking and restroom are listed as wheelchair accessible; other amenities include a unisex restroom and Wi-Fi. Culantro also identifies as LGBTQ-welcoming and a transgender safe space. Paid lot and street parking are available, and reservations are not accepted. Its Google rating is 4.4 from 1,361 reviews.
Magic Bag
4.6(1,155)· Google4.6 out of 5 from 1155 reviews (Google rating)
Live Music
Magic Bag is a theater and live-performance venue at 22920 Woodward Ave in Ferndale, MI. Set in a vintage theater space, it hosts live acts, comedy and tribute bands. Its Google description characterizes the venue as quirky, and its programming spans both music and comedy rather than a single type of performance. Magic Bag has a Google rating of 4.6 out of 5 from 1,155 reviews. The venue has an on-site bar and restrooms, but no restaurant. Listed parking options include both free and paid parking in lots and on the street. Accessibility features include a wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking and restroom. Credit cards, debit cards and NFC mobile payments are accepted. Kid-friendly activities are also listed among its amenities, though that listing does not establish an age policy for every performance.
Hodges Subaru
4.7(1,116)· Google4.7 out of 5 from 1116 reviews (Google rating)
Subaru dealer
Hodges Subaru is a car dealer at 21205 Woodward Ave in Ferndale, MI, with in-store shopping and onsite services. Its listed offerings include used vehicles, car rental, oil changes, and service and repair, covering both vehicle shopping and maintenance needs. In its own description, the dealership emphasizes attentive, personalized service during the car-buying process. Its Google listing has a 4.7 rating from 1,116 reviews. Appointments are required, an important detail to account for before visiting for shopping or service. The location lists a wheelchair-accessible entrance and wheelchair-accessible parking. Accepted payment methods include checks, credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. For people considering the dealership, the provided information identifies several practical reasons to visit—from looking at used vehicles to arranging a rental or having a vehicle serviced—without specifying inventory, rental terms, or the scope of available repairs.
Detroit Axe - Ferndale
4.7(861)· Google4.7 out of 5 from 861 reviews (Google rating)
Bar
Detroit Axe - Ferndale is an axe-throwing bar at 344 W Nine Mile Rd in Ferndale, MI. Open since 2017, it is Michigan’s first dedicated axe-throwing venue. The space has 12 lanes, with trained Axe Masters guiding sessions, along with Darts Detroit, an interactive darts experience. A full-service bar, food from The Corner downstairs, more than 500 board games, and arcade games provide other options under the same roof. Visitors can walk in for a session or reserve a private arena. The venue accommodates corporate events, team building, bachelor and bachelorette parties, birthdays, and date nights, and offers both axe and darts leagues. It welcomes LGBTQ guests and lists itself as a transgender safe space. The entrance, parking, and restroom are wheelchair accessible, and Wi-Fi is available. Paid garage, lot, and street parking are listed. Detroit Axe has a Google rating of 4.7 from 859 reviews.
New Way Bar
4.4(760)· Google4.4 out of 5 from 760 reviews (Google rating)
Bar
New Way Bar at 23130 Woodward Ave in Ferndale, MI is a laid-back, old-fashioned bar with live bands, comedy acts, open-mike nights and themed events. Its entertainment options also include karaoke, dancing, arcade games and bar games, and it is suitable for watching sports. The atmosphere is casual and cozy, with seating for groups as well as solo diners. It has a Google rating of 4.4 from 760 reviews. The bar serves beer, cocktails, liquor and wine, along with happy-hour drinks and food available at the bar. Dine-in, outdoor seating and takeout are available, but delivery and table service are not, and reservations are not accepted. Free parking is available in a lot and on the street. The entrance, parking, restroom and seating are wheelchair accessible. Credit cards, debit cards and NFC mobile payments are accepted.
Go Comedy! Improv Theater
4.7(699)· Google4.7 out of 5 from 699 reviews (Google rating)
Comedy club
Go Comedy! Improv Theater at 261 E 9 Mile Rd in Ferndale, MI combines a cozy bar and comedy club with live improv and sketch performances by amateurs and professionals. The setting is casual, with an on-site bar serving beer, wine, cocktails and liquor, plus table service. Its Google listing has a 4.7-star rating from 699 reviews. The focus is on those two comedy forms rather than a general theater program. The venue accepts reservations and is listed as suitable for groups and popular with tourists. It welcomes LGBTQ visitors and is identified as a transgender safe space. Accessibility features include a wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking, restroom and seating. A paid parking lot is available, and the theater accepts credit cards, debit cards and NFC mobile payments. Other listed amenities include Wi-Fi and restrooms, and discounts are available for active military members.
Mint Hair Crafting + Melt Headspa
5.0(663)· Google5.0 out of 5 from 663 reviews (Google rating)
Barber shop
Mint Hair Crafting + Melt Headspa is a hair salon on the East Side of Ferndale, MI, known for lived-in hair color, custom haircuts and scalp treatments inspired by Japanese traditions. Operating since 2016, the women-owned salon sits at 1930 Hilton Rd, Suite 200, just outside downtown Ferndale, MI. Its services cover every hair type, while Melt Headspa focuses on customized scalp care and relaxation. Reviews repeatedly describe a welcoming reception, comfort throughout appointments and consultations that make room for questions and options. The salon stays open until 8 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, with shorter hours on Monday and Saturday, both 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Friday runs 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sunday is closed. Booking ahead is recommended, though walk-ins are accepted. Free onsite and street parking are available, along with wheelchair-accessible entry, parking, seating and a restroom. Children are welcome, and the salon welcomes LGBTQ clients and identifies as a transgender safe space.
Sneakers Pub
4.2(582)· Google4.2 out of 5 from 582 reviews (Google rating)
Bar
Sneakers Pub is a pub with outdoor seating in downtown Ferndale, MI, known for rotating taps, casual bar bites, sports on TV and karaoke nights. At 22628 Woodward Ave, it also has bar games, cocktails and food served at the bar, with happy-hour food and drinks among the offerings. The setting is casual and cozy, with seating and table service for groups or solo diners. Reviews describe a dark dive-bar atmosphere and cold drinks, though multiple visitors report waits of roughly 30 minutes without acknowledgment. Late hours are consistent: Sneakers Pub stays open until 2 a.m. every day, opening at 2 p.m. Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. Saturday and noon Sunday. It is an inexpensive option, and reservations are not accepted. A paid parking lot is available, along with wheelchair-accessible parking, an accessible entrance and an accessible restroom. Dine-in and takeout are offered, but delivery is not.
Orchid Theatre
3.9(547)· Google3.9 out of 5 from 547 reviews (Google rating)
Live music bar
Orchid Theatre is a nightclub in downtown Ferndale, MI, known for DJs, weekly salsa dancing lessons and a large outdoor patio. At 141 W Nine Mile Rd, it pairs outdoor seating with an indoor dance floor and a bar serving beer, wine, liquor and cocktails. Entertainment also includes karaoke, live music, live performances, trivia and bar games. Visitor comments touch on activity both inside and outside, while also raising concerns about changing admission charges and sparse attendance at one rave. Hours are limited to Friday and Saturday, 8 p.m. to 2 a.m.; it is closed Sunday through Thursday. Reservations are accepted, and the venue accommodates groups, welcomes LGBTQ guests and identifies as a transgender safe space. Paid garage, lot and street parking are available, along with a wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking and restroom. Credit cards, debit cards and NFC mobile payments are accepted. There is no restaurant, so plan separately for dinner.
Luxury Lanes & Lounge Inc
4.3(537)· Google4.3 out of 5 from 537 reviews (Google rating)
Bowling alley
Luxury Lanes & Lounge Inc is an old-school bowling alley at 600 E 9 Mile Rd in Ferndale, MI. It has multiple bowling lanes, a full bar, and tables for pizza and other casual food. Bowling, drinks, and food are all available on site, with table seating separate from the activity of the lanes. Its Google listing reports a 4.3 rating from 537 reviews. The business is listed as suitable for children’s birthday celebrations. Accessibility features include a wheelchair-accessible entrance and wheelchair-accessible parking. Both free and paid parking-lot options are listed, and accepted payment methods include credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. For visitors comparing bowling options in Ferndale, MI, the documented features are straightforward: multiple lanes in an old-school setting, a full bar, casual food, and facilities for children’s birthday outings.
Urbanrest Brewing Company
4.7(517)· Google4.7 out of 5 from 517 reviews (Google rating)
Brewery
Urbanrest Brewing Company is a brewery on the East Side of Ferndale, MI, known for seasonal craft beer, kombucha, sodas and charcuterie boards. Its industrial taproom at 2615 Wolcott St keeps things low-key, with an on-site bar and service centered on visiting in person rather than delivery. Visitor comments highlight gatherings, including a surprise birthday party and a Detroit City FC watch party, with praise for the atmosphere; one comment criticizes the Cold Truth ice cream served here. The brewery opens daily: at 4 p.m. Monday through Friday and noon on weekends. Closing time stretches from 10 p.m. Monday through Wednesday to 11 p.m. Thursday and midnight Friday and Saturday; Sunday wraps up at 9 p.m. Expect a low price level. Free street parking and a paid parking lot are available, along with a wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking. Credit cards, debit cards and NFC mobile payments are accepted.
B. Nektar Meadery - Taproom & Production Facility
4.8(484)· Google4.8 out of 5 from 484 reviews (Google rating)
Brewery
B. Nektar Meadery - Taproom & Production Facility at 1511 Jarvis St in Ferndale, MI pours mead, cider and beer in a modern, industrial setting. The taproom has a casual, cozy atmosphere, with board games and trivia among its activities. Karaoke nights and live performances are also listed. Seating includes outdoor options, table service is available, and guests may bring outside food. The women-owned business welcomes dogs and groups, identifies as LGBTQ-welcoming and a transgender safe space, and offers free parking in a lot and on the street. Accessibility features include a wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking, restroom and seating. Wi-Fi is available, and payment options include credit cards, debit cards and NFC mobile payments. Alongside dine-in service, the business lists takeout and delivery. Its Google rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 484 reviews.
Secreto Cigar Bar
4.5(424)· Google4.5 out of 5 from 424 reviews (Google rating)
Bar
Secreto Cigar Bar is a cocktail bar and small business at 315 W Nine Mile Rd in Ferndale, MI. Its stated focus is whiskey and cigars, with a business description that emphasizes ultra-premium, rare, limited-release, and boutique selections. The business describes its selection as Michigan’s largest; that is its own claim rather than an independently verified distinction. Its Google listing has a 4.5-star rating from 421 reviews, though the supplied information does not include individual reviewers’ comments. For visitors, the listed amenities include Wi-Fi, a wheelchair-accessible entrance, and wheelchair-accessible parking. Secreto Cigar Bar offers in-store shopping, in-store pickup, and onsite services. Credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments are accepted. The available details establish its whiskey-and-cigar focus and several practical access and payment options, but do not specify a cocktail menu, individual whiskey labels, cigar brands, hours, or prices.
Soho
4.3(401)· Google4.3 out of 5 from 401 reviews (Google rating)
Gay bar
Soho is a gay bar with a patio in downtown Ferndale, MI, known for cocktails, wine, a pool table, and weekly karaoke, quiz, and drag-bingo nights. At 205 W Nine Mile Rd, it combines outdoor seating with a casual indoor setting and dancing. Beer, liquor, and happy-hour drinks round out the bar offerings, and outside food is allowed. Visitor comments touch on bartender interactions and the difference between weekday drinking and busier weekends; one describes friendly weekday service but a weekend crowd that feels too packed for their taste. Late hours are the rule: Soho opens at 4 p.m. Monday through Friday and 2 p.m. Saturday, closing at 2 a.m. each night. Sunday runs noon to midnight. It is an inexpensive, group-friendly option that does not accept reservations or offer table service. Paid street, lot, and garage parking are available, along with a wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking, and restroom.
Danny's Irish Pub
4.0(389)· Google4.0 out of 5 from 389 reviews (Google rating)
Bar
Danny’s Irish Pub is a longtime Irish pub with outdoor seating in downtown Ferndale, MI, known for its old-school atmosphere, pinball machines and darts. At 22824 Woodward Ave, it serves basic bar fare alongside beer, cocktails, liquor and wine, with food available at the bar and happy-hour drinks on offer. Sports watching and bar games are part of the setup. Friendly bartenders are a recurring note in visitor comments, though feedback also includes criticism of the food and management. The pub stays open until 2 a.m. every night, opening at 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m. Friday and Saturday, and noon Sunday. It’s a low-price, casual option for groups, with no reservations or table service. The entrance and parking are wheelchair accessible, and credit cards, debit cards and NFC mobile payments are accepted. Takeout is available, but delivery is not.
Balkan House Ferndale
4.5(381)· Google4.5 out of 5 from 381 reviews (Google rating)
Restaurant
Balkan House Ferndale serves Eastern European cuisine at 314 W Nine Mile Rd in Ferndale, MI, with döner kebab and chevapi as its specialties. Listed as a BBQ restaurant, it offers comfort food alongside halal, vegan, and vegetarian options. Lunch and dinner are popular here, and the counter-service format accommodates a quick bite or a solo meal. Beer, coffee, and dessert are also available. The atmosphere is casual and quiet, and children are welcome. Customers can dine in or choose takeout, delivery, or curbside pickup; catering is available as well. The entrance, parking, and seating are wheelchair accessible, and there is a restroom on site. Paid lot and street parking are listed. Credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments are accepted, but reservations are not. Its Google rating is 4.5 stars from 368 reviews.
Syndicate Ferndale
4.5(363)· Google4.5 out of 5 from 363 reviews (Google rating)
Restaurant
Syndicate Ferndale is a women-owned neighborhood bar and restaurant at 140 Vester Ave in Ferndale, MI, with a 150-seat capacity, a casual lounge and patio seating. Its seasonal menu highlights fresh and local products in both food entrees and crafted cocktails. The restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, dinner and dessert, with small plates, vegan and vegetarian options among its offerings. The bar serves beer, wine and liquor alongside cocktails, and both food and drinks are available for happy hour. The patio allows dogs, while the restaurant welcomes families, groups and LGBTQ guests. High chairs are available, and the entrance, parking, seating and restrooms have wheelchair-accessible options. Reservations are accepted, with dine-in, takeout and delivery service available. Live music and late-night food are also part of the offerings. Parking options include on-site parking and both free and paid lot and street parking.

Events

Fri63:00 PM · Other
Teen Drop-In Center (ages 14-18)
Affirmations Intergenerational Community Room
Tickets
Fri65:00 PM · Other
PFLAG Detroit – Parent, Friend & Ally Support Group
Affirmations Rooms 204 and 205
Tickets
Fri66:00 PM · Nightlife
Magic Bag Presents: HAPPY HOUR DANCE CLUB - Ladies Only Dance Party
The Magic Bag
$16
Tickets
Fri67:00 PM · Other
The Loving Touch Line Skipper - CKY
The Loving Touch
$12
Tickets
Fri67:00 PM · Family
CKY, Idiot Kids, Dads on Couches
The Loving Touch
$0
Tickets
Sat7All day · Family
K-Pop Demon Hunters Kid's Dance (Matinee Show)
Magic Bag
Details
Sat7All day · Other
Pumpkin Plop 2026
Ferndale Parks & Recreation
Details
Sat7All day · Live music
The Insiders: A Tribute To Tom Petty
Magic Bag
Details
Sat710:00 AM · Other
SMART Recovery
Affirmations Rooms 201 and 202
Tickets
Sat710:30 AM · Other
Coming Out Group
Tickets
Sat71:00 PM · Nightlife
Magic Bag Presents: K-Pop Demon Hunters Kid's Dance Party
The Magic Bag
$26–$29
Tickets
Sat71:30 PM · Community
Brown Baggers AA
Affirmations Rooms 201 and 202
Tickets
Sat72:00 PM · Other
TeaEnby – Transgender & Nonbinary Discussion Group
Affirmations Board Room
Tickets
Sat75:00 PM · Other
Men’s Discussion Group
Affirmations Board Room
Tickets
Sat76:00 PM · Theatre
SOPHIE HUNTER
Orchid Theatre
Details
Sat77:00 PM · Live music
Magic Bag Presents: The Insiders - A Tribute To Tom Petty
The Magic Bag
$27
Tickets
Sat77:00 PM · Family
Here Pig, Lily Bomb, Camino Kid, Brown Sugar
The Loving Touch
$20
Tickets
Sat77:00 PM · Other
Crystal Meth Anonymous (CMA) – Crystal Clean
Tickets
Sat77:00 PM · Family
Melodramatic, Here Pig, Camino Kid, Brown Sugar
The Loving Touch
$20
Tickets
Sun8All day · Other
Pumpkin Plop 2026
Ferndale Parks & Recreation
Details
Sun8All day · Live music
BLITZKID: Modern Hel Tour 2026 with Hex Club
Magic Bag
Details
Sun86:00 PM · Theatre
P.E.E.
Orchid Theatre
$31
Tickets
Sun87:00 PM · Live music
BLITZKID: Modern Hel Tour 2026 with Special Guests
The Magic Bag
$32–$69
Tickets

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Places for this weekend

The Rust Belt Market

4.7(2,142)· Google

Bar

The Rust Belt Market is a warehouse marketplace in downtown Ferndale, MI, known for more than 40 boutiques, craft vendors and vintage resellers, plus a full bar. At 22801 Woodward Ave, it brings shopping and a bar into the same space. Visitors repeatedly call out the distinctive, niche booths, with the large plant store also drawing attention. This women-owned market offers in-store shopping and works for a quick visit as well as a browse through its vendors. Plan around a Friday-through-Sunday schedule: noon–7 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m.–7 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m.–6 p.m. Sunday; it is closed Monday through Thursday. Parking options include free and paid street parking and a paid lot. The entrance, parking and restroom are wheelchair accessible. The market welcomes LGBTQ visitors and identifies as a transgender safe space. Wi-Fi is available, and vendors’ market payment options include credit cards, debit cards and NFC mobile payments.

Culantro

4.4(1,382)· Google

Restaurant

Culantro is a Peruvian restaurant at 22939 Woodward Ave in Ferndale, MI. Although listed in the seafood restaurant category, its description centers on Peruvian rotisserie chicken, grilled meat dishes and sides. The narrow, unfussy space has a casual, cozy atmosphere, with lunch and dinner service and options for solo diners, families and groups. Its listed offerings include comfort food, small plates, halal food, and vegan and vegetarian options, along with dessert. The Latinx-, veteran- and women-owned business offers counter and table service, as well as takeout, curbside pickup and delivery, including no-contact delivery. Children are welcome, and high chairs are available. The entrance, seating, parking and restroom are listed as wheelchair accessible; other amenities include a unisex restroom and Wi-Fi. Culantro also identifies as LGBTQ-welcoming and a transgender safe space. Paid lot and street parking are available, and reservations are not accepted. Its Google rating is 4.4 from 1,361 reviews.

Magic Bag

4.6(1,155)· Google

Live Music

Magic Bag is a theater and live-performance venue at 22920 Woodward Ave in Ferndale, MI. Set in a vintage theater space, it hosts live acts, comedy and tribute bands. Its Google description characterizes the venue as quirky, and its programming spans both music and comedy rather than a single type of performance. Magic Bag has a Google rating of 4.6 out of 5 from 1,155 reviews. The venue has an on-site bar and restrooms, but no restaurant. Listed parking options include both free and paid parking in lots and on the street. Accessibility features include a wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking and restroom. Credit cards, debit cards and NFC mobile payments are accepted. Kid-friendly activities are also listed among its amenities, though that listing does not establish an age policy for every performance.

Hodges Subaru

4.7(1,116)· Google

Subaru dealer

Hodges Subaru is a car dealer at 21205 Woodward Ave in Ferndale, MI, with in-store shopping and onsite services. Its listed offerings include used vehicles, car rental, oil changes, and service and repair, covering both vehicle shopping and maintenance needs. In its own description, the dealership emphasizes attentive, personalized service during the car-buying process. Its Google listing has a 4.7 rating from 1,116 reviews. Appointments are required, an important detail to account for before visiting for shopping or service. The location lists a wheelchair-accessible entrance and wheelchair-accessible parking. Accepted payment methods include checks, credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. For people considering the dealership, the provided information identifies several practical reasons to visit—from looking at used vehicles to arranging a rental or having a vehicle serviced—without specifying inventory, rental terms, or the scope of available repairs.

Detroit Axe - Ferndale

4.7(861)· Google

Bar

Detroit Axe - Ferndale is an axe-throwing bar at 344 W Nine Mile Rd in Ferndale, MI. Open since 2017, it is Michigan’s first dedicated axe-throwing venue. The space has 12 lanes, with trained Axe Masters guiding sessions, along with Darts Detroit, an interactive darts experience. A full-service bar, food from The Corner downstairs, more than 500 board games, and arcade games provide other options under the same roof. Visitors can walk in for a session or reserve a private arena. The venue accommodates corporate events, team building, bachelor and bachelorette parties, birthdays, and date nights, and offers both axe and darts leagues. It welcomes LGBTQ guests and lists itself as a transgender safe space. The entrance, parking, and restroom are wheelchair accessible, and Wi-Fi is available. Paid garage, lot, and street parking are listed. Detroit Axe has a Google rating of 4.7 from 859 reviews.

New Way Bar

4.4(760)· Google

Bar

New Way Bar at 23130 Woodward Ave in Ferndale, MI is a laid-back, old-fashioned bar with live bands, comedy acts, open-mike nights and themed events. Its entertainment options also include karaoke, dancing, arcade games and bar games, and it is suitable for watching sports. The atmosphere is casual and cozy, with seating for groups as well as solo diners. It has a Google rating of 4.4 from 760 reviews. The bar serves beer, cocktails, liquor and wine, along with happy-hour drinks and food available at the bar. Dine-in, outdoor seating and takeout are available, but delivery and table service are not, and reservations are not accepted. Free parking is available in a lot and on the street. The entrance, parking, restroom and seating are wheelchair accessible. Credit cards, debit cards and NFC mobile payments are accepted.

Go Comedy! Improv Theater

4.7(699)· Google

Comedy club

Go Comedy! Improv Theater at 261 E 9 Mile Rd in Ferndale, MI combines a cozy bar and comedy club with live improv and sketch performances by amateurs and professionals. The setting is casual, with an on-site bar serving beer, wine, cocktails and liquor, plus table service. Its Google listing has a 4.7-star rating from 699 reviews. The focus is on those two comedy forms rather than a general theater program. The venue accepts reservations and is listed as suitable for groups and popular with tourists. It welcomes LGBTQ visitors and is identified as a transgender safe space. Accessibility features include a wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking, restroom and seating. A paid parking lot is available, and the theater accepts credit cards, debit cards and NFC mobile payments. Other listed amenities include Wi-Fi and restrooms, and discounts are available for active military members.

Mint Hair Crafting + Melt Headspa

5.0(663)· Google

Barber shop

Mint Hair Crafting + Melt Headspa is a hair salon on the East Side of Ferndale, MI, known for lived-in hair color, custom haircuts and scalp treatments inspired by Japanese traditions. Operating since 2016, the women-owned salon sits at 1930 Hilton Rd, Suite 200, just outside downtown Ferndale, MI. Its services cover every hair type, while Melt Headspa focuses on customized scalp care and relaxation. Reviews repeatedly describe a welcoming reception, comfort throughout appointments and consultations that make room for questions and options. The salon stays open until 8 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, with shorter hours on Monday and Saturday, both 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Friday runs 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sunday is closed. Booking ahead is recommended, though walk-ins are accepted. Free onsite and street parking are available, along with wheelchair-accessible entry, parking, seating and a restroom. Children are welcome, and the salon welcomes LGBTQ clients and identifies as a transgender safe space.

Sneakers Pub

4.2(582)· Google

Bar

Sneakers Pub is a pub with outdoor seating in downtown Ferndale, MI, known for rotating taps, casual bar bites, sports on TV and karaoke nights. At 22628 Woodward Ave, it also has bar games, cocktails and food served at the bar, with happy-hour food and drinks among the offerings. The setting is casual and cozy, with seating and table service for groups or solo diners. Reviews describe a dark dive-bar atmosphere and cold drinks, though multiple visitors report waits of roughly 30 minutes without acknowledgment. Late hours are consistent: Sneakers Pub stays open until 2 a.m. every day, opening at 2 p.m. Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. Saturday and noon Sunday. It is an inexpensive option, and reservations are not accepted. A paid parking lot is available, along with wheelchair-accessible parking, an accessible entrance and an accessible restroom. Dine-in and takeout are offered, but delivery is not.

Orchid Theatre

3.9(547)· Google

Live music bar

Orchid Theatre is a nightclub in downtown Ferndale, MI, known for DJs, weekly salsa dancing lessons and a large outdoor patio. At 141 W Nine Mile Rd, it pairs outdoor seating with an indoor dance floor and a bar serving beer, wine, liquor and cocktails. Entertainment also includes karaoke, live music, live performances, trivia and bar games. Visitor comments touch on activity both inside and outside, while also raising concerns about changing admission charges and sparse attendance at one rave. Hours are limited to Friday and Saturday, 8 p.m. to 2 a.m.; it is closed Sunday through Thursday. Reservations are accepted, and the venue accommodates groups, welcomes LGBTQ guests and identifies as a transgender safe space. Paid garage, lot and street parking are available, along with a wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking and restroom. Credit cards, debit cards and NFC mobile payments are accepted. There is no restaurant, so plan separately for dinner.

Luxury Lanes & Lounge Inc

4.3(537)· Google

Bowling alley

Luxury Lanes & Lounge Inc is an old-school bowling alley at 600 E 9 Mile Rd in Ferndale, MI. It has multiple bowling lanes, a full bar, and tables for pizza and other casual food. Bowling, drinks, and food are all available on site, with table seating separate from the activity of the lanes. Its Google listing reports a 4.3 rating from 537 reviews. The business is listed as suitable for children’s birthday celebrations. Accessibility features include a wheelchair-accessible entrance and wheelchair-accessible parking. Both free and paid parking-lot options are listed, and accepted payment methods include credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. For visitors comparing bowling options in Ferndale, MI, the documented features are straightforward: multiple lanes in an old-school setting, a full bar, casual food, and facilities for children’s birthday outings.

Urbanrest Brewing Company

4.7(517)· Google

Brewery

Urbanrest Brewing Company is a brewery on the East Side of Ferndale, MI, known for seasonal craft beer, kombucha, sodas and charcuterie boards. Its industrial taproom at 2615 Wolcott St keeps things low-key, with an on-site bar and service centered on visiting in person rather than delivery. Visitor comments highlight gatherings, including a surprise birthday party and a Detroit City FC watch party, with praise for the atmosphere; one comment criticizes the Cold Truth ice cream served here. The brewery opens daily: at 4 p.m. Monday through Friday and noon on weekends. Closing time stretches from 10 p.m. Monday through Wednesday to 11 p.m. Thursday and midnight Friday and Saturday; Sunday wraps up at 9 p.m. Expect a low price level. Free street parking and a paid parking lot are available, along with a wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking. Credit cards, debit cards and NFC mobile payments are accepted.

B. Nektar Meadery - Taproom & Production Facility

4.8(484)· Google

Brewery

B. Nektar Meadery - Taproom & Production Facility at 1511 Jarvis St in Ferndale, MI pours mead, cider and beer in a modern, industrial setting. The taproom has a casual, cozy atmosphere, with board games and trivia among its activities. Karaoke nights and live performances are also listed. Seating includes outdoor options, table service is available, and guests may bring outside food. The women-owned business welcomes dogs and groups, identifies as LGBTQ-welcoming and a transgender safe space, and offers free parking in a lot and on the street. Accessibility features include a wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking, restroom and seating. Wi-Fi is available, and payment options include credit cards, debit cards and NFC mobile payments. Alongside dine-in service, the business lists takeout and delivery. Its Google rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 484 reviews.

Secreto Cigar Bar

4.5(424)· Google

Bar

Secreto Cigar Bar is a cocktail bar and small business at 315 W Nine Mile Rd in Ferndale, MI. Its stated focus is whiskey and cigars, with a business description that emphasizes ultra-premium, rare, limited-release, and boutique selections. The business describes its selection as Michigan’s largest; that is its own claim rather than an independently verified distinction. Its Google listing has a 4.5-star rating from 421 reviews, though the supplied information does not include individual reviewers’ comments. For visitors, the listed amenities include Wi-Fi, a wheelchair-accessible entrance, and wheelchair-accessible parking. Secreto Cigar Bar offers in-store shopping, in-store pickup, and onsite services. Credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments are accepted. The available details establish its whiskey-and-cigar focus and several practical access and payment options, but do not specify a cocktail menu, individual whiskey labels, cigar brands, hours, or prices.

Soho

4.3(401)· Google

Gay bar

Soho is a gay bar with a patio in downtown Ferndale, MI, known for cocktails, wine, a pool table, and weekly karaoke, quiz, and drag-bingo nights. At 205 W Nine Mile Rd, it combines outdoor seating with a casual indoor setting and dancing. Beer, liquor, and happy-hour drinks round out the bar offerings, and outside food is allowed. Visitor comments touch on bartender interactions and the difference between weekday drinking and busier weekends; one describes friendly weekday service but a weekend crowd that feels too packed for their taste. Late hours are the rule: Soho opens at 4 p.m. Monday through Friday and 2 p.m. Saturday, closing at 2 a.m. each night. Sunday runs noon to midnight. It is an inexpensive, group-friendly option that does not accept reservations or offer table service. Paid street, lot, and garage parking are available, along with a wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking, and restroom.

Danny's Irish Pub

4.0(389)· Google

Bar

Danny’s Irish Pub is a longtime Irish pub with outdoor seating in downtown Ferndale, MI, known for its old-school atmosphere, pinball machines and darts. At 22824 Woodward Ave, it serves basic bar fare alongside beer, cocktails, liquor and wine, with food available at the bar and happy-hour drinks on offer. Sports watching and bar games are part of the setup. Friendly bartenders are a recurring note in visitor comments, though feedback also includes criticism of the food and management. The pub stays open until 2 a.m. every night, opening at 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m. Friday and Saturday, and noon Sunday. It’s a low-price, casual option for groups, with no reservations or table service. The entrance and parking are wheelchair accessible, and credit cards, debit cards and NFC mobile payments are accepted. Takeout is available, but delivery is not.

Balkan House Ferndale

4.5(381)· Google

Restaurant

Balkan House Ferndale serves Eastern European cuisine at 314 W Nine Mile Rd in Ferndale, MI, with döner kebab and chevapi as its specialties. Listed as a BBQ restaurant, it offers comfort food alongside halal, vegan, and vegetarian options. Lunch and dinner are popular here, and the counter-service format accommodates a quick bite or a solo meal. Beer, coffee, and dessert are also available. The atmosphere is casual and quiet, and children are welcome. Customers can dine in or choose takeout, delivery, or curbside pickup; catering is available as well. The entrance, parking, and seating are wheelchair accessible, and there is a restroom on site. Paid lot and street parking are listed. Credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments are accepted, but reservations are not. Its Google rating is 4.5 stars from 368 reviews.

Syndicate Ferndale

4.5(363)· Google

Restaurant

Syndicate Ferndale is a women-owned neighborhood bar and restaurant at 140 Vester Ave in Ferndale, MI, with a 150-seat capacity, a casual lounge and patio seating. Its seasonal menu highlights fresh and local products in both food entrees and crafted cocktails. The restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, dinner and dessert, with small plates, vegan and vegetarian options among its offerings. The bar serves beer, wine and liquor alongside cocktails, and both food and drinks are available for happy hour. The patio allows dogs, while the restaurant welcomes families, groups and LGBTQ guests. High chairs are available, and the entrance, parking, seating and restrooms have wheelchair-accessible options. Reservations are accepted, with dine-in, takeout and delivery service available. Live music and late-night food are also part of the offerings. Parking options include on-site parking and both free and paid lot and street parking.