Detroit's art scene is quite lively. Several events and festivals are held throughout the year for the art enthusiasts. If you visit the city during these times, you are sure to have a great time. The leading art festival in Detroit is the Detroit Festival of Art which is now known as Midsummer Nights in Midtown. This is an international festival where you can watch theater, musical performances as well as art pieces by talented artists. The art exhibition takes place at the DTE Energy Avenues of Art during the weekends.

During the month of January, the Metro-Detroit region witnesses an amazing ice sculpture festival known as the Plymouth International Ice Sculpture Spectacular. The Detroit Institute of Arts organizes exhibitions and festivals all round the year to display their collection. The African World Festival is the largest ethnic festival in Detroit, where African music and art is celebrated.

One of the biggest art festivals takes place in the month of August through September in the Detroit Metropolitan area. It is organized by Citizen's Bank and is known as Ford Arts, Beats and Eats. The fine arts show held in this festival is highly ranked by artists. Get an idea of Arabian art culture through the Arab and Chaldean Festival that takes place in the month of July in Detroit Downtown. The art gallery consists of masterpieces based on themes like Arabian customs, folklore and calligraphy. The Art for the Holidays takes place during the months of November and December. Drop in at Collingwood Arts Center on Tuesdays for enjoying the art exhibition.

Learn more info from the links below:

Display of visual arts at Detroit Festival of Arts

http://www.detroitfestival.com/08/?page_id=6

See the sculptures at Ice Sculpture Spectacular event and exhibitions at Detroit Institute of Arts

http://detroit.about.com/od/artsentertainment/tp/January-Events.htm

Be a part of the African World Festival in Detroit

http://www.detroit.world-guides.com/detroit_events.html

Arts, Beats and Eats in Detroit

http://www.artsbeatseats.com/

Arab and Chaldean Festival opens doors to understand Arab culture in Detroit downtown

http://www.suite101.com/content/summer-festivals-in-detroit-michigan-a202318

Arts events in Detroit

http://culturemob.com/detroit/events/art

Art for the Holidays in Detroit

http://www.artfaircalendar.com/art_fair/michigan-art-fairs.html

One of the best loved cities in the United States of America, a trip to Detroit is your ticket to gaining a glimpse of the cultural extravaganza that the city is best known for.

Detroit: Cultural Calendar

http://www.michigan.org/Things-to-Do/Events/Cultural-and-Heritage/Default.aspx?city=G2974

Often referred to as the capital of the American musical scene, Detroit is home to some of the famous annual music festivals that range from concerts such as the famous Cruisin' Woodward. So just in case you are planning a visit to the city of Detroit, make sure you take a part in some of these artistic events and cultural festivals in the city.

Cultural festivals of Detroit

http://www.detroit.com/festivals/

If you are planning a trip to the city, make sure you plan your visit to be a part of the Spirit of Detroit Music Festival, which show cases some of the best of national as well as international musical events.

Summer festivals at Detroit

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Summers are probably the best time to take a part in the famous artistic endeavours that the city hosts at this time of the year. Notable amongst these are of course the Concert of Colors, which gives the city the look of a carnival. Hop around from one exhibition to the other as you enjoy good street food and some of the works of the finest talents of the country.

Detroit festival of arts

http://www.midsummernightsinmidtown.com/09/?page_id=2

The Detroit festival of arts is another of the many crowd pullers in the city's cultural calendars, thanks to the amazing theatrical productions that are carried out on this platform. Whether you want a taste of African jazz or want to relive old classical plays, this is a definite must have in your tour itinerary to Detroit.