Saturday, May 9 - Doors 7pm - 21+ Take a handful of your favorite 80's songs, a splash of some retro fashion, a pinch of panache and an eye-popping video spectacle in the background and what do you get? The Mega 80's, of course! Since their emergence onto the Detroit music scene, the Mega 80's have taken southeast Michigan by storm. Now veterans of...
Friday, April 3 - Doors 8pm - 18+ Hallowed Hearts: An Emo Night celebrates the evolution of emo culture from a misunderstood label to a thriving, and now nostalgic communal experience uniting fans through emo's authenticity and emotional resonance. Emphasizing inclusivity and connection, the event fosters friendships and breaks down barriers betwee...
Saturday, June 13 - Doors 7pm - All Ages The Brokes are a note-for-note tribute to the Strokes formed in 2022 by five mainstays of the Toronto music world. After what was to be a one-off Halloween show, demand for more was made clear and has only grown with a perfect track record of sell-out Toronto performances. With a deep repertoire of song...
Friday, May 22 - Doors 7pm - 18+ - General Admission and VIP Tickets are available The Silly Hearts Comedy Gala a Fundraiser for the Detroit Creativity Project & Ruth Ellis Center The Silly Hearts Comedy Gala Fundraiser is being put on by Ferndale local and stand up comedian Hailey Zureich, is celebrating her 40th birthday with the g...
Wednesday, August 19 - Doors 7pm - All Ages Comedian and unlicensed therapist Therapy Gecko (also known as Lyle Forever or simply just "Geck") is hitting the road again in 2026 for his 4th tour of Therapy Gecko live. The audience will get the chance to converse with the gecko live on stage as they share their problems,...
Saturday, May 16 - Doors 7pm - All Ages HELL'S BELLES are first and foremost dedicated AC/DC fanatics. This is what we all have in common. We're all part of a huge community of devotees to one of the greatest rock-n-roll bands in the world. This is who we all are, and this is what HELL'S BELLES strives to deliver with mechanical precisi...
Friday, May 29 - Doors 6pm - 21+ HAPPY HOUR DANCE CLUB is the all-ladies dance party for women who still love to jam out—and dip out all by 10. No pressure, no late-night struggle —just a great time with people who came to dance, laugh, and let loose, all for a good cause. Come straight from work, grab a drink, hit the floor, and glow all...
Friday, April 24 - Doors 7pm - All Ages ***Due to unforeseen health issues with the band, Van Hagar: A Van Halen Sammy Hagar Era Tribute on Fri, Apr. 24 has been canceled.We appreciate your understanding and hope to welcome Van Hagar, and you, back to the Magic Bag soon ❤️ Please return your tickets to point of purchase.*** Formed in 2015, Van Haga...
Saturday, May 23 - Doors 7pm - All Ages Electric Six. The band that put out an album a year for what seemed like 666 years. The most reliable act in show business, there was simply no question that each year would bring another E6 record on Metropolis Records. Mayans based their calendar on Electric Six. Flocks of migrating birds used the new Elect...
Friday, May 8 - Doors 7pm - All Ages "Steering away from familiar Southern blues-funk tropes, Venson copped a bit of Prince's sexy synth swagger, a welcome addition that kept the music sounding fresh. Another element she's borrowed from Prince is a sense of casual virtuosity." — Rolling Stone Heralded as one of "Austin's rising stars" by Roll...
Saturday, January 24 - Doors 7pm - 21+ Mega 80s:Grab your favorite 80's jams, throw in some iconic retro fashion, add a dash of flair, and top it off with a dazzling video extravaganza—what do you get? The Mega 80's! Since bursting onto the Detroit music scene, they've taken southeast Michigan by storm. These masters of the 80's vibe are still rock...
Saturday, January 17 - Doors 8pm - 21+ 🎤 I LOVE R&B PARTY! 🎶The Ultimate R&B Party Experience Get ready to sing, sway, and vibe all night long as I LOVE R&B brings the heat across the country! This is not your average party—this is a full-blown celebration of the greatest era in R&B music. From 90s throwbacks to early 2000s favorite...
Wednesday, December 31 - Doors 8pm - 21+ For 23 years, Mega 80s has been Detroit's gold standard for live music nostalgia — not just a cover band, but a time machine, but with better lighting. This New Year's Eve, they're flipping the tape and dropping a brand-new show built for the next era of party people. Think: bigger sound, sharper moves...
Friday, December 12 - Doors 7pm - All Ages Get out and love the one you're with! Carry On, the Midwest's top Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young tribute, returns to the Magic Bag in Ferndale on Friday, December 12 for a magical evening of musical selections from the legendary performers.Unlike many tribute bands who dress and play the characters of th...
Friday, February 6 - Doors 7pm - 21+ 🎉 It's 80s vs. 90s Night — and the gloves (and scrunchies) are off! 🎉Get ready for a totally tubular throwdown as The Square Pegz bring the best of the big-haired, synth-blasted '80s to battle it out with Class of '98, repping the flannel-fueled jams of the '90s.Will it be Madonna or Nirvana? Prince or Pearl Jam...
Wednesday, December 10 - Doors 7pm - All Ages ***This event is sold out*** The Squirrel Nut Zippers bring their joyous, raucous Christmas Caravan Tour back again performing all of the hits from Holidays past. From heartwarming ballads to boisterous dance tunes, the band conjures an atmosphere nestled somewhere between the wondrous lights of Christm...
Saturday, August 23 - Doors 7pm - All Ages Founded in New Jersey in 1980, The Smithereens have been creating electrifying, original rock'n'roll for 44 years. Jim Babjak (guitar,) Dennis Diken (drums,) and Mike Mesaros (bass) grew up together in Carteret and lead singer, the late Pat DiNizio, hailed from Scotch Plains. The band paid its du...
Friday, April 24 - Doors 8pm - 18+ Lost Signals is an immersive party experience that blends the best of Indie Rock and Indie Dance with a cosmic twist. Broadcasting from deep within the galaxy, we amplify not just the music, but the energy, connection, and adventure of the night. We craft an out-of-this-world experience with stunning stage pr...
Sunday, May 17 - Doors 7pm - All Ages **Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Disciple of the Garden performance on Sunday, May 17 is unfortunately canceled. All tickets will be automatically refunded through TicketWeb. Otherwise, please return your tickets to point of purchase. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and we'll see yo...
Monday, November 17 - Doors 7pm - All Ages ***This Event Is Sold Out** The English Beat is a band with an energetic mix of musical styles and a sound like no other. The band's unique sound has allowed it to endure for nearly four decades and appeal to fans, young and old, all over the world.When The English Beat (known as The Beat in their native E...
Friday, February 27 - Doors 7pm - All Ages DOMESTIC PROBLEMS is a band from Grand Rapids, Michigan. The band likes to have fun. Composed of founding members Andy Holtgreive and Billy Kenny, along with Job Grotsky, John "Ned" Niedzielski, Matt Fouts, and Reggie "R.J." Ness, DOMESTIC PROBLEMS' humble beginnings date back to the early '90s i...
Saturday, March 21 - Doors 7pm - All Ages Celebrating their 30th anniversary, this highly acclaimed act pays tribute to Jim Morrison and The Doors by recreating the magic and intensity of a Doors concert experience. Based out of Venice, California, lead singer Tony Fernandez lives out every move of Jim Morrison on stage and delivers a powerful...
Tuesday, December 31 - Doors 8pm - $30 adv. - 21+ It's the Class of '98 vs. Mega 80's to start off the New Year! Get out of the house and start your New Year's off the retro way as the Class of '98 and the Mega 80's take it to the stage for a battle royale! The concert harkens back to the grand tradition of those great M...
Saturday, December 13 - Doors 7pm - 21+ Get ready for the Christmas party to end all Christmas parties! The Mega 80's and the Class Of '98 bring you a joyous night of retro 80s and 90s holiday cheer in the form of the Ugly Christmas Sweater and Speedo party on Saturday, December 13. The doors open at 7pm - 21+ . So break o...
Saturday, January 18 - Doors 7pm - $20 adv. - All Ages The Anti-Freeze Blues Festival returns with the Bobby Murray Revue featuring The Woodward Horns, Raye Williams, Lenny Watkins, Greg Nagy, Smoke Jones and special guests. Detroit has a long history of standout blues performers, many who travelled north from Mississippi and o...
Sunday, August 2 - Doors 2pm - All Ages Live The Who (The Ultimate Who Experience!) celebrates the 50th anniversary of The Who's legendary album "Quadrophenia" by performing tunes from the album (along with other Who hits). Live The Who is the ultimate Who tribute act. You'll be blown away by their stage sh...
Friday, October 18 - Doors 7pm - $17 adv. - 21+ Celebrate Halloween at the Magic Bag 90s style with the Class Of '98 as the present the Ahhh Real Monster Mash!!!! Drop by the Bag in your best 90s themed costumes for one of the coolest parties on the planet. You definitely don't want to miss this ghoulishly good time of inspired Hallo...
Friday, September 12 - Doors 7pm - All Ages ***Sold Out*** Who Are These Podcasts is coming back to Detroit and this time the show is featuring Dave Landau! Along with Dave and Karl will be local favorites Drew Lane, Marc Fellhauer, BranDon McAfee, and Eric Zane!! The live podcast will also feature WATP regulars like Producer Chris...
Saturday, February 14 - Doors 7pm - All Ages Celebrate the legendary sounds of Nirvana & Kurt Cobain with national traveling Nirvana tribute'Smells Like Nirvana' as they perform songs from Nevermind, In Utero, Bleach, and more (b-sides/rare songs). Smells Like Nirvana is based out of Chicago and is composed of seasoned pros and die-hard fa...
Saturday, March 30 - Doors 7pm - $15 adv. - 21+ The 90's Party PaloozA - The Class of '98 is bringing back all things 90's - The sights, the sounds and the fashions, all wrapped up in an amazing live performance that will even blow away the kids from Bayside High! The Class of '98 keeps you moving with all the old jams you know and love. The b...
Saturday, December 27 - Doors 7pm - All Ages Check Your Head! We're giving you a license to ill at the Magic Bag on Saturday, December 27 as the Beastie Boys tribute Imposters In Effect will be in the house for their annual Fake Ass NYE Party!
Sunday, December 14 - Doors 7pm - All Ages This year marks the 30th Anniversary of Ho Ho Hoey. In 1995 Gary Hoey created the first ever full album of rock instrumental holiday classics in his bedroom on an 8-track recorder. His love for Christmas music came from his beloved mother and growing up in Boston set the backdrop f...
Saturday, June 20 - Doors 7pm - 21+ Mega 80's: Take a handful of your favorite 80's songs, a splash of some retro fashion, a pinch of panache and an eye-popping video spectacle in the background and what do you get? The Mega 80's, of course! Since their emergence onto the Detroit music scene, the Mega 80's have taken southeast Michi...
Saturday, January 10 - Doors 7pm - 21+ The Ultimate 80s Showdown! 🎸✨ Get ready for a night of big hair, neon vibes, and iconic hits as two powerhouse 80s tribute bands take the stage! The high-energy Mega 80s, with their male-fronted flair, bring the unforgettable anthems of the decade to life. Meanwhile, Square Pegz, led by dynamic fema...
Friday, January 2 - Doors 7pm - All Ages Lez Zeppelin will be celebrating the anniversary of The Song Remains The Same by performing the album in its entirety! Founded in 2004 by New York guitarist Steph Paynes, the all-girl quartet, Lez Zeppelin has since gained unanimous critical acclaim as one of the most exciting live acts ...
Saturday, October 18 - Doors 7pm - 21+ Are all you demons and dolls looking for that one special Halloween event to make your blood boil? Well, look no further! The Mega 80's invite you to their Annual Halloween Spooktacular at the Magic Bag on Saturday, October 18. Forget about all the witches and warlocks, drop by the Bag in your ...
Saturday, October 25 - Doors 7pm - 21+ Get ready to take a trip back in time to the ultimate Halloween party! Are all you demons and dolls looking for that one special Halloween event to make your blood boil? Well, look no further, it's the 80's vs 90's, Halloween style! The Mega 80's and Class of '98 have joined forces for a Hallowe...
Saturday, March 14 - Doors 7pm - 21+ The 90's Party PaloozA - The Class of '98 is bringing back all things 90's - The sights, the sounds and the fashions, all wrapped up in an amazing live performance that will even blow away the kids from Bayside High! The Class of '98 keeps you moving with all the old jams you know and love. The band dives deep i...
Friday, April 17 - Doors 7pm - 21+ TICKETS Like all fans of great 80's music, the Mega 80's were heartbroken by the passing of Prince in 2016. In celebration of his musical legacy, the Mega 80's will be including a very special tribute to Prince (one of their favorite artists) into their regular performance on Friday, April 17. Take a han...
Wednesday, November 26 - Doors 7pm - All Ages Thanksgiving Is Still Murder! Join The Smiths United (The Smiths/Morrissey tribute) for an amazing night of retro classics at the Magic Bag on Wednesday, November 26. Sanctuary (The Cult Tribute) and Age Of Disorder (A Tribute To New Order) open the show!
Saturday, February 7 - Doors 7pm - All Ages **SOLD OUT**Celebrating the anniversary of The Cure's Disintegration album!!! Re-Cure returns to the Magic Bag on Saturday, February 7 for the full on Cure concert experience! Re-Cure digs deep into The Cure catalog, featuring rarely played songs as well as all your favorites. Don't miss the Mid...
Friday, June 6 - Doors 7pm - 21+ Grab your favorite 80's jams, throw in some iconic retro fashion, add a dash of flair, and top it off with a dazzling video extravaganza—what do you get? The Mega 80's! Since bursting onto the Detroit music scene, they've taken southeast Michigan by storm. These masters of the 80's vibe are stil...
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