SUMMER 2019 DOWNTOWN DETROIT PARKS
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ABOUT DOWNTOWN DETROIT PARKS
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DINING IN THE PARKS
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BEACON PARK
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CAMPUS MARTIUS PARK AND CADILLAC SQUARE
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CAPITOL PARK
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GRAND CIRCUS PARK
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SPONSORS
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VISITOR INFORMATION
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Your guide to hundreds of free summer activities in Downtown Detroit Parks
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The Downtown Detroit Partnership (DDP) is a nonprofit that has been at the forefront of transforming the city of Detroit. DDP creates and maintains awardwinning public spaces. Summer 2019 in the Parks offers an action-packed lineup, from free summer concerts to weekly movies. DDP’s free seasonal programs reflect the diversity of Detroit’s neighborhoods and communities, features local and national talent and celebrates the spirit of the city! DDP manages, operates and programs Downtown Detroit Parks and Public Spaces, in partnership with the City of Detroit, the Downtown Detroit Business Improvement Zone (BIZ) and the Detroit Parks and Recreation Department.
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ABOUT DOWNTOWN DETROIT PARKS
AWARDWINNING
PARKS
MORE THAN
COMMUNITY
PARTNERS
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DINING IN THE PARKS LUMEN DETROIT Beacon Park
American cuisine with an extensive bar menu, large patio and rooftop seating that offers great views of Downtown.
PARC
Campus Martius Park
Contemporary Detroit and Midwest flavors with influences of French and Mediterranean style – named 2018 Restaurant of the Year by Hour Detroit magazine. 6
More info at DowntownDetroitParks.com
FOUNTAIN DETROIT
Campus Martius Park
A playful menu of sliders, tacos, wings and shareable bites. Enjoy frozen cocktails and draft beers with views of the award-winning Beach at Campus Martius Park.
DOWNTOWN STREET EATS
Beacon Park Cadillac Square Spirit Plaza The Woodward Esplanade
Choose from our rotating fleet of more than 75 food trucks from around metro Detroit. Monday - Friday 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Visit DowntownDetroitParks.com/dining to find other Downtown dining options. 7
All Events Sponsored by
1901 GRAND RIVER AVENUE
(Across from DTE Headquarters at the corner of Grand River and Cass)
FREE SUMMER CONCERTS Saturdays at 6:30 p.m.
Moon Taxi
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The War and Treaty
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ENING PERFOR OP M L A A CI
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Alternative rock band with five studio albums, a hit song with more than 118 million streams on Spotify and performances at Bonnaroo, Coachella, Governor’s Ball and more.
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More info at DTEBeaconPark.com
Tamia JULY 20
Six-time Grammy nominee with a career spanning more than two decades. One of the most recognizable voices in R&B music.
CELEBRATING THE 110TH NAACP CONVENTION
Thomas McClary’s Commodores Experience AUGUST 17
Celebrate Motown’s 60th anniversary with an iconic musical group that brings an irresistible force of social and cultural change.
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All Events Sponsored by
MUSIC
FOOD
ENTERTAINMENT
DRINKS SHOPPING
NIGHT MARKET Beacon Park
Saturdays 7 p.m. - midnight June 8* June 15 June 22 June 29* July 20
July 27* August 3 August 10 August 17 August 24*
*Night Markets featuring Silent Disco 10
More info at DTEBeaconPark.com
MUSIC
FOOD
DRINKS
ENTERTAINMENT
JAZZ at
DTE’S BEACON PARK Curated by Detroit Jazz Festival Foundation
Beacon Park
Fridays 7 - 9 p.m. June 14 July 19
August 16 September 20
Listen to jazz greats on Fridays. Enjoy cocktails from Lumen Detroit all summer long. MUSIC
FOOD
DRINKS
ENTERTAINMENT
SUNSET SESSIONS Beacon Park
Fridays 7 p.m. - midnight June 7 July 12 June 21 July 26 June 28
August 2 August 9 August 23
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All Events Sponsored by
FAMILY
FAMILY FUN DAYS Beacon Park Sundays, 1 - 5 p.m. June 9 - August 25 Free activities, games, music and more!
FOOD
SHOPPING
MARKET THURSDAYS
Beacon Park Thursdays, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. June - September
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SPORTS
FAMILY
DETROIT CITY SOCCER TOTS Beacon Park Saturdays, 9 - 11 a.m. May 4 - June 29
SPORTS
VOLLEYBALL LEAGUES Beacon Park Tuesdays & Wednesdays 6 - 9:30 p.m. May - August
REGISTER WITH COME PLAY DETROIT SPORTS
SHUFFLEBOARD LEAGUES Beacon Park Thursdays, 6 - 9 :30 p.m. June - August
REGISTER WITH SOCIAL SPORTS DETROIT
SPORTS
FAMILY
YOUTH VOLLEYBALL Beacon Park Mondays, 6 - 9:30 p.m. June 24 - August 5 REGISTER WITH DETROIT PAL
Registration links available at DTEBeaconPark.com
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All Events Sponsored by
ENERGY + FITNESS
FITNESS AFTER DARK
Beacon Park Thursdays, 8 - 10 p.m. June 20, July 25, August 22 REGISTER AT DTEBEACONPARK.COM
ENERGY + FITNESS
BABY & ME YOGA Beacon Park Tuesdays, 9 - 10 a.m. June 11 - August 27
ENERGY + FITNESS
CITY GLOW YOGA
Beacon Park Mondays, 7:30 - 9 p.m. June 17, July 22, August 19 REGISTER WITH CITY GLOW YOGA DETROIT 14
Registration links available at DTEBeaconPark.com
SPORTS
DETROIT CYCLING CHAMPIONSHIP Presented by the DAC Foundation
Beacon Park Saturday, July 13, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. ENERGY + FITNESS
CARDIO BOXING
Beacon Park Sundays 9 - 10 a.m. June 9 - August 25 REGISTER WITH PULSE FITNESS
ENERGY + FITNESS
CARDIO HIP HOP Beacon Park Saturdays, 9 - 10 a.m. July 20 - August 24
REGISTER WITH PULSE FITNESS
Registration links available at DTEBeaconPark.com
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CAMPUS MARTIUS PARK AND CADILLAC SQUARE CAMPUS MARTIUS PARK: 800 WOODWARD AVENUE ENTERTAINMENT
FAMILY
MOVIE NIGHTS IN THE D Sponsored by Faygo and Universal Kids
Campus Martius Park Saturdays at 8 p.m.
July 6 A Star is Born (R) July 13* Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (PG) July 20 If Beale Street Could Talk (R) July 27* Mary Poppins Returns (PG) Aug. 3 The Upside (PG-13) Aug. 10* Ralph Breaks the Internet (PG) Aug. 17 Bohemian Rhapsody (PG-13) Aug. 24 Crazy Rich Asians (PG-13) *Catch the “Where’s Waldo?” special feature at 7:30 p.m. before all PG movies. 16
More info at DowntownDetroitParks.com
CADILLAC SQUARE: 622 WOODWARD AVENUE
MUSIC
DRINKS
FOOD
FAMILY
FRIDAY BEACH PARTY Sponsored by Metro by T-Mobile
Campus Martius Park Fridays, 4:30 - 8:30 p.m. June 7 - August 23 MUSIC
DRINKS
FOOD
FAMILY
THE BEACH Campus Martius Park Daily, 21+ after 9 p.m. May - September DRINKS
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WINE & FOOD EXPERIENCE
Detroit Free Press
Ticketed Partner Event
Cadillac Square Saturday, September 14 1 - 4 p.m.
Visit wineandfood.freep.com for ticket information and updates.
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CAMPUS MARTIUS PARK AND CADILLAC SQUARE FOOD
SHOPPING
MARKET FRIDAYS
Cadillac Square Fridays, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. June - September
LUNCHTIME WALKSÂ SPORTS
DRINKS
FOOD
TIGERS WATCH PARTY with FOX Sports Detroit
Campus Martius Park Sunday, June 23 1 - 4 p.m.
Watch the Detroit Tigers face the Cleveland Indians on the big screen. 18
More info at DowntownDetroitParks.com
MINDFUL MEDITATION THROUGH THE PARKS Starts in Campus Martius Park Thursdays, Noon - 12:45 p.m. June 6 - August 29 SPORTS
BOCCE BALL LEAGUES
Lawn at Campus Martius Park Thursdays, 6 - 9 p.m. Starts in July REGISTER WITH SOCIAL SPORTS DETROIT
ENERGY + FITNESS
WORKOUT WEDNESDAYS with First Responders 4 Fitness
Cadillac Square Wednesdays, 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. June 12 - August 28 SPORTS
DETROIT PÉTANQUE CLUB SPORTS
FAMILY
ROCKET MORTGAGE SPORTS ZONE Cadillac Square Daily, 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. June 1 - August 17
Basketball courts available for pick-up or organized games plus additional outdoor activities.
Cadillac Square Monday - Friday Noon - 1 p.m. April - September
Learn something new! Pétanque is a game similar to bocce. Drop in and learn from seasoned players. All are welcome!
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CAPITOL PARK GRISWOLD STREET AND STATE STREET
Enjoy an al fresco lunch under the umbrellas at Capitol Park this summer. Relax in the park’s comfortable lawn furniture while soaking in the sun and great views of the city’s architecture. 20
More info at DowntownDetroitParks.com
ENERGY + FITNESS
DOWNWARD WITH DOG Capitol Park Every other Tuesday 7 - 8 p.m.
June 11, June 25, July 9 July 23, August 6 August 20
ENERGY + FITNESS
LUNCHTIME YOGA
Capitol Park Mondays & Wednesdays Noon - 12:45 p.m. June 10 - August 28
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GRAND CIRCUS PARK WOODWARD AVENUE AND ADAMS AVENUE
MUSIC
FOOD
DRINKS
ENTERTAINMENT
SUMMER STREET EATS + SOUNDS Sponsored by Detroit Theatre District Business Association
Grand Circus Park Thursdays, 7 - 9 p.m. July 11 - August 29
ENERGY + FITNESS
CITIZEN YOGA
Grand Circus Park Sundays 7 - 8 p.m. June 9 - August 25 22
More info at DowntownDetroitParks.com
FAMILY
DOG PARK EVENTS
Grand Circus Dog Park Saturdays, 2 - 4 p.m. June 22 July 27 Aug. 24 Sept. 28 Oct. 26
3rd Annual Dog Prom Ice Cream Social Pool Party Superhero Pawty Annual Halloween Party FUNDRAISER MUSIC
FOOD
TICKETED PROGRAM DRINKS
GRAND CIRCUS GALA
Grand Circus Park Thursday, June 13 6 - 10 p.m.
Visit GrandCircusGala.org for ticket information and updates. Proceeds benefit Grand Circus Park.
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SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR LEAD SPONSORS
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THANK YOU TO ALL OF OUR SPONSORS DETROIT THEATRE DISTRICT B U S I N E S S A S S O C I AT I O N
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MEDIA PARTNERS
and supported by BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT ZONE
BECOME AN OFFICIAL PARTNER! For more information about sponsorship opportunities, please visit bit.ly/parksponsorship.
Cover Photography by Bedrock Internal Photography by DTE, Nadir Ali, Nick Hagen and Steve Koss. Brochure Design by Jason Willis
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VISITOR INFORMATION @DowntownDet DowntownDetroitParks.com
STAY CONNECTED •
Visit DowntownDetroitParks.com for a complete schedule and updates. Follow us on social media @DowntownDet.
GENERAL QUESTIONS •
Contact DDP Parks at 313.566.8250 or visit DowntownDetroitParks.com/contact
DOWNTOWN DETROIT PARKS Hours
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6 a.m. to 10 p.m. unless otherwise noted.
Handicap Accessibility •
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Handicap accessibility includes ramp entrances.
More info at DowntownDetroitParks.com
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Dogs are allowed and must be on a leash. Owners must be present at all times. At Grand Circus Dog Park, dogs can be off-leash from 6 a.m. - 10 p.m.
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Downtown Detroit Parks + Public Spaces offer a wide array of unique venue options. From corporate events, product launches to birthday parties and weddings, there is a perfect spot for you in our parks.
DOWNTOWN DETROIT BIZ AMBASSADORS •
Contact DowntownDetroitParks.com/rentals for more information.
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Each park is accessible by vehicle and public transit, including: DDOT, SMART, The People Mover, QLINE, and MoGo. For full list of MoGo bike stations visit MoGoDetroit.org.
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The Downtown Detroit Business Improvement Zone (BIZ) Ambassadors are responsible for maintaining some of Detroit’s most iconic parks, such as Campus Martius Park, Capitol Park and Grand Circus Park, and for landscaping public space Downtown that totals the size of 15 football fields. BIZ Ambassadors also provide cleaning and hospitality services for Cullen Plaza, the Detroit RiverWalk, Mt. Elliot Park and Gabriel Richard Park. BIZ Ambassadors, known by their distinctive yellow jackets and welcoming presence, have collected more than 1,700 tons of trash downtown since 2015. This tonnage is equal to the weight of nearly 500 mid-sized vehicles. Since its creation, the BIZ has kept Downtown safe, clean and inviting. If you need assistance, please contact the BIZ Ambassador Hotline at 313.963.2225.
Please walk bicycles and scooters through all Downtown parks. See map on page 3 or visit DowntownDetroitParks.com for more information. 27
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