Downtown Detroit Partnership 2018 Summer in the Parks Brochure by Downtown Detroit Partnership

Look for these symbols throughout the brochure to plan your summer in the parks:

FOOD

DRINKS

FA M I LY & KIDS

S P O RT S & FITNESS

SHOPPING

MU S I C

E N T E RTA I N M E N T, M O V IE S & G A ME S

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About The Parks

Dining In The Parks

Campus Martius Park & Cadillac Square

Beacon Park

Grand Circus Park

Capitol Park

The Woodward Esplanade

Thank You To Our Sponsors

Visitor Information

Little Caesars Arena

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FISHER FWY

BRUSH

CLIFFORD

D AN RI VE R

BEACON PARK

The Fillmore

Comerica Park

WOODWARD

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MGM Grand Casino

Fox Theatre

GRAND CIRCUS PARK

ADAMS

Detroit Opera House

MADISON

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Ford Field

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THE WOODWARD ESPLANADE

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Joe Louis Arena

Cobo Center

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Greektown Casino

CADILLAC SQUARE

CAMPUS MARTIUS PARK

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BRUSH

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MONROE

RANDOLPH

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Westin

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JEFFERSON

SPIRIT OF DETROIT PLAZA Hart Plaza

Renaissance Center

Downtown Detroit Parks

People Mover Route and Stops

MoGo Station

QLINE Route and Stops

Greektown Casino Hotel

LAFAYETTE

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BEAUBIEN

CAPITOL PARK

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ABOUT DOWNTOWN DETROIT PARKS The Downtown Detroit Partnership (DDP) is at the forefront of Detroit’s transformation through public space development and programming that advance the city’s residential and business communities. With almost 100 years of placemaking experience, DDP knows what it takes to create and maintain awardwinning public spaces continues to look for ways to innovate programming each year.

DDP produces a wide variety of free events, programs, classes and amenities that appeal to all Downtown audiences. More than 1,600 free seasonal and ongoing annual programs reflect the diversity of Detroit’s neighborhoods and communities, featuring local and national talent and celebrating the spirit of the city. DDP programs attract over 2 million visitors annually. DDP is responsible for managing, operating and programming Downtown Detroit parks and public spaces, in cooperation with the City of Detroit and the Detroit Parks and Recreation Department.

1,600 free annual programs

100 years of placemaking experience

2 million visitors annually

DINING OPTIONS IN DOWNTOWN PARKS Parc CAMPUS MARTIUS PARK, 800 WOODWARD AVENUE

Named by Hour Detroit as the 2018 Restaurant of the Year, Parc is uniquely situated in the heart of Downtown Detroit and award-winning Campus Martius Park. Self described as “redefined contemporary cuisine that incorporates Detroit and Midwest flavors with influences from France to the Mediterranean,” Parc boasts and extensive wine list and level three advanced sommelier.

Lumen Detroit BEACON PARK, 1901 GRAND RIVER AVENUE

This highly anticipated new-American restaurant made its debut in Beacon Park in March 2018. Owned by the LePage family of Big Rock and Griffin Claw Brewery, Lumen boasts moderately priced new-American cuisine. The “refreshingly modern design” as coined by the local media, offers a rooftop deck with sweeping view of the city and park and retractable glass walls that open to expansive patio seating complete with communal fire pits.

Downtown Street Eats Food Trucks CADILLAC SQUARE, BEACON PARK, AND THE WOODWARD ESPLANADE

Monday - Friday, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. March - December Michigan’s largest weekly food truck experience attracts new and mainstay trucks and local restaurant pop-ups. More than 75 food trucks from metro Detroit provides a variety of lunchtime options in the Downtown Parks. Dozens of trucks across each park and public space draw nearly 2,500 people every weekday. Check DowntownDetroitParks.com for the schedule.

The Fountain Detroit CAMPUS MARTIUS PARK, 800 WOODWARD AVENUE

Everyone’s favorite shipping container bar is back in Campus Martius Park. Situated on The Beach, The Fountain Detroit offers a fresh approach to casual, open-air dining. Kick off your weekend with a taste of island-inspired favorites like coconut shrimp, roasted vegetable torta or melon-flavored mojitos while enjoying live Caribbean sounds during Friday night beach parties. 7

CAMPUS MARTIUS PARK & CADILLAC SQUARE 800 Woodward Avenue

Nestled in the heart of the city, Campus Martius Parks serves as Detroitâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Gathering place for residents and visitors alike. Winner of the first ever Urban Land Institute Amanda Burden Urban Open Space Award, the island oasis offers the regionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s only urban beach experience alongside an expansive lawn that serves as the setting for everything from headline concerts and movies to yoga classes and weekday lunch.

The Beach CAMPUS MARTIUS PARK

Daily, 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. May - October The only urban beach in the region provides visitors and residents an island oasis set in the heart of Downtown Detroit. Grab a cocktail and snack from The Fountain Detroit, bury your feet in the sand and let the work week melt away as you listen to live Caribbean sounds. It’s a uniquely Detroit experience you won’t want to miss.

Downtown Street Eats Food Trucks CADILLAC SQUARE

Monday - Friday, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. March - December Michigan’s largest weekly food truck gathering continues to attract new and mainstay vendors and local restaurant pop-ups. More than 75 food trucks from metro Detroit offer an increasing variety of lunchtime options in the Downtown area to the program’s 2,500 weekday visitors.

Quicken Loans Sports Zone Hosted by Downtown Detroit Partnership CADILLAC SQUARE

Daily, 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. | May - September Whether your game is King of the Court, H.O.R.S.E. or 3 vs 3, the Sports Zone at Cadillac Square is the ultimate location to keep your skills sharp and soak up some sun. Basketball courts alongside a number of additional outdoor activities are available for pick-up or organized games. Visit DowntownDetroitParks.com to reserve your spot.

Detroit Pétanque Club CAMPUS MARTIUS PARK AND CADILLAC SQUARE

Monday - Friday, Noon - 1 p.m. April start date The Detroit Pétanque Club has gathered and played in

Lunchtime Acoustics CADILLAC SQUARE

Wednesdays, Noon - 2 p.m. May - August Local musicians perform unplugged

Onlookers will notice the French game poses a striking similarity to bocce where players toss or roll a hollow steel ball as close as possible to a smaller wooden ball.

at Cadillac Square to make for an

Seasoned veterans of The Detroit

enjoyable lunchtime experience. Visit

Pétanque Club can often be seen

DowntownDetroitParks.com for details and updates about Lunchtime Acoustics.

Downtown’s parks for 12 years.

teaching newcomers the art of the game.

Sponsored by OneMagnify CAMPUS MARTIUS PARK

Fridays, 5 - 9 p.m. June - August Live Caribbean-inspired sounds

Market Fridays CAMPUS MARTIUS PARK

Fridays, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. June - Mid-October Local farmers and vendors set up shop to offer you a colorful

set on the beach at Campus

array of fresh produce and unique

Martius Park offer an island

goods, including handmade

getaway unlike any other. Grab

accessories, beauty products and

a frozen daiquiri and guacamole

more. Peruse the vendors or stock

from the Fountain Detroit, bury

up on weekend groceries while

your feet in the sand and let the

you wait for your lunch order from

vacation vibes wash over you.

Downtown Street Eats food trucks.

Mid-Day Music

Sponsored by

Sunset Sessions

Sponsored by the DTE Beacon Park Foundation Fridays, 4 - 10 p.m. | June - August Join the post-work party at Beacon Park every Friday as local DJs spin from inside a retro Airstream RV. This high-energy mix of contemporary music is free and familyfriendly. It will be accompanied by signature drink and food offerings for purchase from Lumen.

Outdoor Spin

Sponsored by the DTE Beacon Park Foundation Saturdays, 9 a.m. & 10 a.m. June - August Pulse Fitness will get your heart

Yoga

Sponsored by the DTE Beacon Park Foundation Sundays, 9 a.m. & 10 a.m. June - August

rate going Saturday morning with a free, outdoor spin class. Simply sign up, show up and ride! All abilities are welcome. Those wishing to participate should visit

Take time out to center your body and mind

PulseFitnessTraning.com to sign

on Sunday mornings with two free yoga classes

up, as spots are limited. Sneakers

from Lindsay Holder, owner of Living Waters Yoga

or cycling shoes are required.

Detroit. No sign up is required but participants

Remember to bring water and

should bring a water bottle, towel and mat. All

a towel if preferred. After class,

abilities are welcome. After class, refuel with

refuel with bottled smoothies and

bottled smoothies and juices for purchase from

juices for purchase from Detroit-

Detroit-based Juice and Fuel.

based Juice and Fuel.

BEACON PARK

Family Fun Days

Volleyball Leagues

Sundays, 1 - 5 p.m. June - August

Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 6 - 10 p.m. Spring and Summer leagues

Sponsored by the DTE Beacon Park Foundation

Sundays equal Family Fun Days at Beacon Park! This wildly popular program offers

Sponsored by the DTE Beacon Park Foundation

Volleyball is back at Beacon Park! Gather your team and register at

four hours of free, themed activities for all

ComePlayDetroit.com to join a league of

ages. From putt putt golf to face painting,

over 60 members. After the game, head over

inflatables and crafts, the options are endless.

to Lumen’s rooftop deck or patio to soak up

Refuel with fare from local food trucks or stop

the sun and sip one of their many Michigan-

into Beacon Park’s flagship restaurant, Lumen,

brewed beers. Registration closes one week

for a late lunch or early dinner.

before season kickoff, so don’t delay.

Market Thursdays Sponsored by the DTE Beacon Park Foundation

Thursdays, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. June - Mid-October Market Thursdays at Beacon Park offer a unique selection of fresh and local produce, cottage foods, and handmade jewelry from a variety of vendors and entrepreneurs. It’s the perfect time to simply peruse the offerings or stock up on groceries while waiting for your lunch order from the Downtown Street Eats food trucks.

GRAND CIRCUS PARK Woodward & Adams

Grand Circus Park anchors both a growing residential neighborhood and the Downtown Detroit entertainment district. Many of the city’s favorite attractions and venues surround the park, including Comerica Park, The Fox Theatre, Detroit Opera House, Ford Field, Little Caesars Arena and The Fillmore. Recently upgraded, the park has new seating and guest areas, gardens, a beloved dog park for Downtown residents, and two beautiful historic fountains. Grand Circus Park is also home to free special events of live theater, opera, music, literary readings and street performances.

Yoga

June - August

›› Mondays, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. (YMCA instructors. Rain day location: YMCA) ›› Saturdays, 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. (YMCA instructors. Rain day location: YMCA) ›› Sundays, 7 - 8 p.m. (Citizen Yoga instructors. Rain day location: Citizen Yoga) Take time to center yourself this summer with free yoga classes in Grand Circus Park. YMCA instructors will lead the Saturday morning classes and Citizen Yoga instructors on Sunday evening. All fitness levels are welcome. 20

Street Eats + Sounds

Sponsored by the Detroit Entertainment District Association Thursdays, 7 - 9 p.m. July - August Savor the old world feel of Grand Circus Park during a summer music series showcasing the best Detroit jazz, classical, swing, and pop entertainers. Just steps outside the David Whitney, Broderick, and Kales building it’s the perfect way for residents to enjoy a Thursday evening in the park. Food trucks will be on site with fare available for purchase.

Dog Park and Events Saturdays, 2 - 4 p.m.

›› June 23 - 2nd Annual Dog Prom ›› July 28 - Luau ›› August 25 - National Ice Cream Sandwich Day ›› September 15 - Back to School Party & Contest ›› September 29 - Sock Hop Grand Circus Park hosts monthly themed parties and activities for the coolest Detroit dogs and their owners. The park’s spacious grounds offer room for 50-75 dogs per event to interact in an open, safe and relaxed environment. Events include a Dog Prom, Luau, and Back to School Party.

CAPITOL PARK

State Street & Grand River Avenue

Change is coming to Capitol Park! A permanent renovation of the park, situated in one of Detroit’s oldest neighborhoods, is scheduled for 2019. Until then, the Downtown Detroit Partnership and Lear Corporation are thrilled to offer a sneak peek of the redesign this summer will feature more green elements in a central lawn, tree canopy and hedge garden. Working closely with district property owners, residents and stakeholders, the DDP alongside design firm Public Work has developed a plan that will support growing residences and retail while paying homage to the park’s storied history. Capitol Park is the site of Michigan’s first capitol building and burial place of the state’s first governor Stevens T. Mason. It was also home to Finny Barn, one of the final stops along the Underground Railroad.

THE WOODWARD ESPLANADE Woodward Avenue

Formerly a simple median, the Woodward Esplanade allows pedestrians to take in the skyline along a playful path that extends from the south end of Campus Martius Park to Larned Street. The boulevard connects Downtown Detroit to the Riverfront and houses the last southbound stop for the QLINE (Congress Street Station).

Downtown Street Eats Food Trucks Monday - Friday, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. March - December

Food trucks in The Woodward Esplanade are a part of Michiganâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest weekly food truck experience. Downtown Street Eats attracts new and mainstay trucks and local restaurant pop-ups and features more than 75 food trucks from metro Detroit. The variety of trucks provide unique lunchtime options in the Downtown Detroit Parks. Dozens of trucks across each park and public space, including The Woodward Esplanade, draws nearly 2,500 people every weekday. Check DowntownDetroitParks.com for the schedule.

OUR SPONSORS Special thanks to our Summer in the Parks lead sponsors

Thank You to All of Our Seasonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sponsors

Media Partners

Produced by

in cooperation with

Become an Official Partner! To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, please contact the Downtown Detroit Partnership at info@downtowndetroit.org

BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT ZONE

VISITOR INFORMATION Transportation Options ›› Each park is accessible by vehicle and public transit including DDOT, SMART, The People Mover, QLINE, and MoGo

›› See map on page 3 or visit DowntownDetroitParks.com for more information

Downtown Detroit Parks Hours

›› 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. unless otherwise noted

Handicap Accessibility

›› Handicap accessibility includes ramp entrances

Pets

›› Dogs are allowed ›› Must be on a leash ›› Owners must be present at all times ›› Can be off-leash inside the Grand Circus Dog Park (6 a.m. - 10 p.m.) 26

Downtown Detroit Ambassadors ›› Ambassadors dress in brightly colored uniforms in and around parks take care of Downtown Detroit includes parks and public spaces. They are trained to offer assistance including city & park information, directions, restaurant and tourist spot recommendations.

›› If you need assistance or see an issue, please contact the Ambassador Hotline at 313.963.2225

Complete Schedule and Details ›› Stay connected with Downtown Detroit Parks for the latest programming details.

›› Check our website DowntownDetroitParks.com and follow us on social media

General Questions ›› Please contact DDP Parks at 313.962.0101 or visit DowntownDetroitParks.com/contact

Park Rental ›› Premier spaces for public marketing events, private corporate events, private fundraisers, wedding ceremonies, public programming/ sponsorships, and many other public and private events.

›› More info: DowntownDetroitParks.com/rentals

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