Eastern Market, Shed 5

Happy Hour in the Market 5:30-7:00pm Happy Hour in the Market creates space to connect with the people who make up this food ecosystem: farmers, makers, entrepreneurs, food business owners, and the organizations supporting them. This year, we’re expanding beyond farms to popping up across businesses and community spaces in Eastern Market in collaboration with […]

Get ready for a sizzling summer Sunday as Hour Detroit’s 2026 GrillFest fires up Eastern Market with a bold new format, a fresh venue, and more grilled flavor than ever. Join us on Sunday, August 16, 2026, from 12 PM to 4 PM at Eastern Market: Shed 5 — indulge in a variety of food and drink samples, […]

Join us for a fun-filled evening of hands-on cooking, where you'll learn to create a delectable cuisine with Evelyn's Midtown Kitchen. Embark on a culinary journey of indulgence with our cooking class menu, featuring Lobster Ravioli in a rich Cognac Cream Sauce. The sauce's creaminess perfectly complements the lobster's gentle sweetness, while cognac's fruity, nutty, […]

Transport yourself to the heart of Rome with fresh pasta dishes! Transport yourself to the heart of Rome with two decadent pasta dishes, made fresh by hand, and a peppery salad that's pure Italian simplicity. Class MENU: Creamy Carbonara Fettuccini Pear & Arugula Salad with Lemon-Honey Vinaigrette Tiramisu Parfaits Note: Feel free to bring your favorite […]

Calling all food lovers! We are thrilled to announce our 7th annual Detroit Foodie Fair, happening at Detroit’s historic Eastern Market at Shed 5. Get ready for a mouthwatering extravaganza like no other! We've got a food truck court serving up delectable delights that will make your taste buds dance with joy. But that's not […]

Join us for a fun-filled evening of hands-on cooking, where you'll learn to create a delectable Brazilian cusine at Eastern Market Date Night: Brazilian Steakhouse Escape to Brazil and experience some fun and warmth in these cold winter months as you and a special someone indulge in a Date Night filled with the vibrant flavors […]

Join us for a fun-filled evening of hands-on cooking, where you'll learn to create a delectable cuisine with Evelyn's Midtown Kitchen. Experience the bounty of our historical Eastern Market in a unique, vegetable-focused cooking class! Led by Chef Evelyn, you'll embark on a treasure hunt, exploring her favorite vendors in this vibrant farmers market. This […]

Join us for a Classic Maine Summer Lobster Boil! Celebrate the flavors of summer with this festive, hands-on cooking class featuring a classic Classic Maine Lobster Boil and the show-stopping dessert, Cherries Jubilee. Learn how to prepare a traditional seafood boil with lobster, corn, potatoes, and spices—perfect for warm-weather gatherings. Then, master the art of flambé as you […]

Shed 5 SkillsLab This series will be hybrid so both in-person and online via Zoom Event times: 5:30-7:00pm Location: Hybrid Shed 5 Commons Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/95871053417 Instructions: please enter doors facing Russell St. Dinner will be provided All sessions are hybrid, available in-person at Shed 5 Commons or online via Zoom. The Shed 5 SkillsLab […]

Happy Hour in the Market 5:30-7:00pm Happy Hour in the Market creates space to connect with the people who make up this food ecosystem: farmers, makers, entrepreneurs, food business owners, and the organizations supporting them. This year, we’re expanding beyond farms to popping up across businesses and community spaces in Eastern Market in collaboration with […]

The Taco Showdown is the ultimate gathering for taco lovers, bringing together all things tacos, margaritas, music, & culture! 🌮🍹 Taco Showdown Detroit 2026 🌮🍹 The ultimate gathering of tacos, margaritas, music, and culture is back! Taco Showdown Detroit brings together up to 12 of Michigan’s best taquerias and restaurants for one unforgettable day. 📅 Event Details Sunday, July […]

Bake beautiful rustic galettes! Learn flaky pastry, seasonal fruit fillings, and simple techniques for stunning free-form summer tarts. Celebrate summer fruits in this hands-on baking class! Learn to make flaky galettes filled with juicy peaches and fragrant thyme, plus a vibrant mixed berry version. Perfect for home bakers looking to elevate their pastry skills. Class […]

Join us for a fun-filled evening of hands-on cooking, where you'll learn to create a delectable cuisine with Evelyn's Midtown Kitchen. Dumpling Mastery: A Hands-On Culinary Experience Discover the art of dumpling-making in this immersive class, where you'll learn to craft succulent shrimp and pork dumplings drizzled with chili sesame oil, delicate chicken dumplings with a […]

Join us for an in-depth technical class to learn the artful technique of French Macaron baking! Master the art of France's most iconic pastry in this immersive hands-on macaron workshop. Learn the techniques behind smooth shells, perfect feet, and luscious buttercream fillings while creating beautiful summer-inspired pastel macarons. Chef Evelyn will guide you through every step of […]

9th Annual Detroit Festival of Books (aka: Detroit Bookfest)! FREE! 10:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. Eastern Market2934 Russell StreetDetroit, Michigan Entry is FREE! Our 9th Annual Detroit Bookfest will feature over 300+ vendors selling......you guessed it......BOOKS! Books of all sorts: used, rare, antiquarian, unusual, ephemera, authors, etc. Vendors will also be selling vinyl records, comic books, […]

Get excited, folks! This year, Shed 5 Flea is celebrating a major milestone—10 summers at Eastern Market—and we’re marking the occasion in the best way. Instead of multiple summer dates, we’re bringing the entire season together for one expanded July 12th show. Expect a larger, carefully curated mix of vintage, art, boutique fashion, handmade goods, […]

Celebrate summer with a hands-on tart workshop! Learn to bake a golden crust, silky filling, and top it with vibrant fresh berries. Fun for Create a beautiful bakery-style berry tart from scratch in this hands-on class. Learn to make a buttery Pâte Sablée tart shell, silky Diplomat cream, and finish with fresh berries and a […]

Cool Ass Detroit Stuff presents Women & Small Business Pop- Up Vendors • Music • Food Trucks Sunday, July 5th, Eastern Market Shed 5 10 AM - 4 PM

Celebrate the love of burgers at the 10 year anniversary! We will have up to 12 restaurants competing for the title of Best Burger! 🍔 Burger Battle Detroit 2026 🍔 10th Anniversary Celebration Detroit’s most delicious competition is back — and bigger than ever! Join us for the 10th Anniversary of Burger Battle Detroit at Eastern Market Shed […]