Things to Do in Rochester, Michigan This Month

7:00 AM Oakland County Farmers Market Waterford Township, MI

Oakland County Market — Thursday

Local market featuring regional makers, agricultural traditions, and seasonal produce.

9:00 AM Oakland Expo Center Waterford Township, MI

Just Between Friends Oakland County FALL Resale Event

Shop thousands of gently loved kids' clothes, toys, baby gear, books, shoes, and more all in one organized pop up sale at amazing prices.

10:30 AM – 11:30 AM Oakland County Parks and Recreation Waterford Township, MI

ECHO - Early Childhood Hour Out

Parents, grandparents, nannies and caregivers: Bring your little ones to enjoy nature-themed activities and social time.

10:30 AM – 11:30 AM Lewis E Wint Nature Center Village of Clarkston, MI

Craft, Create, Consume

A nature-themed program designed for early childhood development and outdoor exploration.

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Oakland University Rochester, MI

Navigating University Policies with the Ombuds

Dr. Lee outlines her role as Ombuds, explaining how she assists with navigating university policies and workplace or academic challenges.

12:00 PM The Berman Center For The Performing Arts West Bloomfield Township, MI

Lunch with the Authors 2026

A special luncheon event featuring guest authors as part of the annual Detroit Jewish Book Fair.

Arts

2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Oakland Community College - Auburn Hills Campus Auburn Hills, MI

Edu2B Tech Collaboration - Education to Business

A collaboration event between education and business sectors focused on technology.

Business

6:00 PM – 9:30 PM Meadow Brook Hall Rochester, MI

Dinner & a Movie - Strangers on a Train (1951)

A thrilling night of cinema and great food featuring the classic Hitchcock film 'Strangers on a Train'.

Film

6:00 PM Quickly Boba Cafe - Auburn Hills Auburn Hills, MI

Michigan Harvest Wine Tasting with Sommelier David Brown

An evening of Michigan wine exploration led by Sommelier David Brown, focusing on local harvest selections.

Food & Drink

6:00 PM Troy Public Library Troy, MI

Diwali Lights & Sparkles

A festive Diwali celebration featuring lights, crafts, and cultural activities for families.

7:00 PM Royal Oak Music Theatre Royal Oak, MI

Charles Wesley Godwin

Country and folk singer-songwriter Charles Wesley Godwin performs live.

7:00 PM The Hawk - Farmington Hills Community Center Farmington Hills, MI

Concerts at The Hawk: A Celebration of Native American Culture

Enjoy The Hawk Theatre Concert and Performances Series. This performance features a celebration of Native American culture.

7:00 PM – 8:30 PM Pontiac Transportation Museum Pontiac, MI

Wheels of Time - Pontiac Future Development

An event focused on the future development of the Pontiac Transportation Museum and local automotive history.

8:00 PM Flagstar Strand Theatre Pontiac, MI

The Ultimate Doors

A tribute to Jim Morrison and The Doors, recreating the magic of their live performances.

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TomorrowFriday, November 6

10:00 AM – 11:30 AM The Hawk - Farmington Hills Community Center Farmington Hills, MI

Rock Around The Hawk

A free drop-in music program for ages 18 months to 5 years. This month features a tribute to the iconic Cher, playing her greatest hits. Dress glamorously and be ready to boogie.

1:00 PM – 2:30 PM West Bloomfield Parks and Recreation Commission West Bloomfield Township, MI

Connect Member Programs - Cornucopia of Treats

A special seasonal gathering for Connect members featuring a variety of treats.

5:30 PM The Crofoot Pontiac, MI

Miss May I x Born Of Osiris

Live metal performance featuring Miss May I and Born Of Osiris.

7:00 PM The Hawk - Farmington Hills Community Center Farmington Hills, MI

Chamber Music with University of Michigan

A performance featuring chamber music students and faculty from the University of Michigan.

7:00 PM Royal Oak Music Theatre Royal Oak, MI

The Mavericks

The Mavericks live in concert at the Royal Oak Music Theatre.

8:00 PM Flagstar Strand Theatre Pontiac, MI

David Cross

Stand-up comedy performance by David Cross.

Comedy

Saturday, November 7

7:00 AM – 1:00 PM Oakland County Farmers Market Waterford Township, MI

Oakland County Market — Saturday

Recurring farmers market featuring locally grown produce, baked goods, and specialty items.

Food & Drink

7:00 AM – 1:00 PM Royal Oak Farmers Market Royal Oak, MI

Farmers Market

Weekly farmers market featuring fresh produce and local goods.

Food & Drink

10:00 AM Troy Historic Village Troy, MI

Basic Blacksmithing Level 1

Learn the fundamentals of blacksmithing in this hands-on introductory class at the Troy Historic Village.

10:00 AM Waterford Township Public Library Waterford Township, MI

Waterford Writers Workshop

A literary workshop for local writers to share and improve their craft.

10:30 AM Waterford Township Public Library Waterford Township, MI

Saturday Storytime: World of Mo Willems

Family-friendly storytime featuring the works of Mo Willems.

11:00 AM – 3:00 PM Cranbrook Art Museum Bloomfield Hills, MI

Family Day at Cranbrook: Fall Fashion

Families will enjoy hands-on activities, experience a workshop on fashion design with repurposed textiles, and style miniature mannequins. Fashion workshops are intended for participants 5+.

11:00 AM Commerce Township Community Library Commerce Township, MI

The Nutcracker with American Dance Academy

A special performance of highlights from The Nutcracker by the American Dance Academy.

Theater

11:00 AM – 3:00 PM The Shops At Old Orchard West Bloomfield Township, MI

Shop, Sip & Sparkle

A girl's day out event featuring local shopping, snacks, and sips to get ahead on holiday shopping.

1:00 PM – 3:00 PM West Bloomfield Twp Recreation Activities Center West Bloomfield Township, MI

WB Parks Pumpkin Playoff: A Family Competition

Smash, toss and roll your way to glory. Rehome your old pumpkins for some unforgettable fun. From rolling and tossing to smashing and stacking, your family will face off in a variety of pumpkin games like pumpkin bowling.

1:00 PM Oakland County Information Technology Department Pontiac, MI

November 2026 Siren Test

Monthly test of the outdoor warning siren system.

2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Oakland Center Rochester, MI

Play/Create/Critique Gaming Mixer

OU students share their game design, character design, and animation work and experiences.

Arts

2:00 PM Waterford Township Public Library Waterford Township, MI

Wine Bottle Gnomes Workshop

Crafting workshop to create decorative gnomes from wine bottles.

3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Oakland County Parks and Recreation Waterford Township, MI

Nature Photography for Wellness

A guided session focusing on using nature photography as a tool for mental wellness and mindfulness.

Wellness

6:00 PM Paint Creek Center For the Arts Rochester, MI

2026 PCCA Silent Auction

Join Paint Creek Center for the Arts in downtown Rochester for their annual Silent Auction featuring local art and community contributions.

Charity

9:00 PM ELEKTRICITY Pontiac, MI

Mary Droppinz

Live performance by Mary Droppinz at Elektricity in Pontiac. Genre: House, EDM/Electronic.

9:00 PM Royal Oak Music Theatre Royal Oak, MI

Ian Asher

Electronic music performance by Ian Asher.

Sunday, November 8

8:00 AM – 3:00 PM Royal Oak Farmers Market Royal Oak, MI

Antiques & Collectibles Market

Browse a variety of antiques and collectibles at the Royal Oak Farmers Market.

10:00 AM Troy Historic Village Troy, MI

Village Crafting Circle

Join the Village Crafting Circle for a community crafting session.

12:00 PM – 4:00 PM T-Mobile Authorized Retailer Village of Clarkston, MI

Healing Day with Katlyn Boucher

A day dedicated to healing practices and meditation led by Katlyn Boucher.

Wellness

2:00 PM Troy Historic Village Troy, MI

Constitution Cafes

Engage in civil discourse and discussion regarding the U.S. Constitution and its historical and modern implications.

3:00 PM – 4:00 PM The Berman Center For The Performing Arts West Bloomfield Township, MI

Clifford The Big Red Dog: The Musical

Everyone's favorite Big Red Dog, CLIFFORD– bounds onto the stage in a brand-new musical comedy adventure that celebrates friendship, imagination and the magic of unconditional love!

Theater

3:00 PM The Hawk - Farmington Hills Community Center Farmington Hills, MI

Detroit Metropolitan Youth Symphony Performance

A performance by the Detroit Metropolitan Youth Symphony showcasing talented young musicians from across the region.

6:00 PM The Crofoot Pontiac, MI

Madds Buckley

Live musical performance by Madds Buckley in the intimate Pike Room.

6:00 PM Royal Oak Music Theatre Royal Oak, MI

Basement

Basement performing live with special guests High Vis, Big Boy, and First Day Back.

Monday, November 9

10:15 AM – 11:15 AM Commerce Township Community Library Commerce Township, MI

Baby Storytime

Interactive lapsit storytime including books, songs, and activities for ages 0-18 months.

11:30 AM – 2:30 PM Marshbank Park West Bloomfield Township, MI

Monday Micro Nature Moments

Short, guided nature experiences to help you connect with the outdoors during your lunch break.

Outdoors

5:00 PM – 7:30 PM Rochester Downtown Development Rochester, MI

Holiday Expo

The official kick-off to the holiday season in Downtown Rochester! Join over 60 vendors for shopping, sampling, and amazing services, plus door prize drawings throughout the evening. Admission is free.