Dally in the Alley

Every year around this time, north Cass Street plays host to the annual “Dally in the Alley,” a one-day street fair in Detroit celebrating music and art in the city. The Saturday after Labor Day, September 11, from noon to 11 p.m., local artists and musical groups will take the stage to showcase their talents near one of our city’s most historic neighborhoods.

Sponsored by the North Cass Community Union (NCCU), the event’s goal is to bring together Detroit’s eclectic artists and raise funds to preserve and restore the neighborhoods around the Dally. You can read more about the NCCU’s history and goals here.

The day’s musical lineup includes a plethora of local bands and talent, with four stages to choose from to find the perfect music that fits your mood. Notable bands include the Red Iron Orchestra, Kyle Hall, The Ruggs and Bright Echo.

Just off Wayne State University’s campus, the Dally has been welcoming guests to the Cass Corridor for more than 30 years, originating back in 1977 as a neighborhood art fair and growing to the major metro event it is today.

This year, event organizers are working to make it a more “green” event, focusing on recyclable products and offerings for food and beverages, working with Recycle Here to fulfill their goal.

There’s not a much better way to spend your Saturday than in the D, enjoying some of the best music and art the city has to offer. Fall in the city, we could get used to this.

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