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Candyland at Beacon Park
2026-01-15 06:00 - 22:00, 2026-01-16 06:00 - 22:00, 2026-01-17 06:00 - 22:00, 2026-01-18 06:00 - 22:00, 2026-01-19 06:00 - 22:00, 2026-01-20 06:00 - 22:00 (America/Detroit) | Beacon Park, 1901 Grand River Ave, Detroit, MI, 48226, United States
Starting Nov. 21 through Jan. 20, step into the magical world of Candyland! From 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily, experience larger-than-life light installations, a giant gingerbread house and whimsical holiday figures — it’s a glowing wonderland right in the heart of the city.

With multiple photo-worthy winter backdrops, we encourage visitors to take photos and share them on social media! Make sure to tag Beacon Park using @beaconparkdetroit so we can all enjoy the holiday season together.
This installation is FREE and open to the public.

HOLIDAY LIGHTING FEATURES
– Giant-sized Gingerbread House
– Full-size Gingerbread Men
– Walk through Candy Cane Arch
– Large Candy Canes, Cupcakes and Candy Swirls
– Walkthrough Snowflake
– Seasonal and Holiday-Themed Photo Display Areas
– LED Light Canopy
– Themed Pole Décor

Enjoy the view with seasonal cuisine and cocktails by making a reservation at Lumen Detroit.
Located right beside the Candyland display, it offers private seating and cozy dining options.

Make a reservation at Lumen Detroit: https://bit.ly/4n08KEU

For more information about Beacon Park and Lumen restaurant, please visit:
www.DTEBeaconPark.com or www.LumenDetroit.com

Candyland at Beacon Park is made possible by the DTE Beacon Park Foundation and programmed by The Downtown Detroit Partnership.

Winter Trivia at CHALET 313
2026-01-15 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-01-22 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-01-29 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-02-05 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-02-12 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-02-19 18:00 - 20:00 | CHALET 313, 800 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI, 48226
Cozy up for Winter Trivia at CHALET 313! Warm up your brain with some cocoa from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursdays, Jan. 8 through Feb. 19, on the second floor of CHALET 313.

No registration required—show up solo or with friends and play for a chance to win fun prizes. It’s the perfect midweek break to beat the winter blues!

I-75 Cap Feasibility Study Public Meeting #2
2026-02-24 18:00 - 19:30 | MSU Detroit Center, 3408 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, MI, 48201, United States
On Tuesday, February 24 from 6:00-7:30 p.m., the DDP, in partnership with MDOT and the City of Detroit, will host an in-person community meeting on progress of the I-75 Cap Feasibility Study. This will be the second in a series of four meetings to gather input on the design and implementation of the park caps. The meeting will be held at the MSU Detroit Center, located at 3408 Woodward Avenue.
This meeting is part of a four-meeting series that is focused on sharing progress and gathering community input to help shape the future design and implementation of the proposed three caps over I-75.
Location:
MSU Detroit Center
3408 Woodward Avenue
Free and open to the public
Light refreshments and validated parking provided
What to Expect:

An Update on transportation and engineering design progress
A closer look at how proposed caps could reconnect neighborhoods
Opportunities to share your experience, priorities, and ideas to help guide public space design

The Feasibility Study began with community engagement in October 2025 and continues through June 2026. This phase evaluates technical, environment, and transportation and public space considerations, while keeping community voices at the center of the process. The study is being led by AECOM, an international transportation and infrastructure firm.

Opening Day Tailgate Party at Grand Circus Park
2026-04-03 09:00 - 17:00 | Grand Circus Park, 101-157 Witherell St, Detroit, MI, United States
Join us for the FREE Opening Day Tailgate Party, proudly presented by Miller Lite, supported by Lake Michigan Credit Union and produced by the Downtown Detroit Partnership for the fourth year. Get ready for a full day of festivities, great food, cold drinks, and Detroit’s unbeatable game-day energy. Celebrate the return of baseball in Detroit with us at Grand Circus Park just beside the ballpark on Friday, April 3, from 9 AM to 5 PM. Get ready for a full day of festivities, great food, cold drinks, and Detroit’s unbeatable game-day energy.
Our Opening Day Tailgate Party is the go-to spot for game-day excitement! Event activities include:
Miller Lite Beer Tent
Food Trucks
Giveaways including tickets, swag, memorabilia and more
Music with DJ Myint from 9 AM – 4 PM and DJ BJ from 4 PM – 5 PM
A Giant Video Wall and TV Screens to Watch the Game
And More!

Our Opening Day Tailgate Party Food Truck Lineups include:
🌮 Los Dos Amigo Taco
🌭 Busta Dawgs
🍔 Sonnys Hamburgers
🌯 Impasto
🍝 Andiamo’s Food Truck
🍖 Big Bo’s Grill

Visit DTE Energy at the Opening Day Tailgate Party with their DTE Energy Den, an immersive experience to help educate attendees on DTE’s dedication to safety and energy efficiency. The Detroit Grand Prix Aero Screen show car
will be onsite in advance of the race in late May and highlighting their volunteer program. Additionally, All Things Marketplace will feature licensed merchandise and apparel for purchase.

Our Opening Day Tailgate Party is also bringing together some of your favorite businesses with exciting giveaways, must-have swag, and fun surprises . Don’t miss your chance to explore their offerings, score some freebies, and more like face painting courtesy of LMCU, while you soak in the game-day excitement! participating sponsors & partners include:
-Miller Lite
-Lake Michigan Credit Union
-DTE Energy
-McDonald’s
-Great Lakes Visitors Bureau
-Detroit Grand Prix
-Xfinity

Miller Lite Beer Tent Menu (operated by Andiamo):
Absopure Water — $3
Miller Lite — $7
Coors Lite — $7
Coors Banquet — $7
Blue Moon Non-Alcoholic — $7
Happy Thursday — $8
Topo Chico — $8
Blue Moon — $9
Blue Moon Light — $9
Leinenkugel Summer Shandy — $9
Leinenkugel Tropical Haze IPA — $9
Leinenkugel High Shore Shandy — $9
*All onsite bars are cashless. Card or mobile payment will be required.

PARKING AND TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION:
Convenient and affordable parking and transit options are available steps away from Grand Circus Park, including public transit such as DDOT, SMART Bus (plus FAST), QLINE and MoGo. For parking needs, we recommend you check ParkWhiz for additional parking options.

GUEST CODE OF CONDUCT, BAR POLICIES, PROHIBITED ITEMS, BAG POLICY & CAPACITY:

Due to expected high attendance and to ensure everyone’s safety and enjoyment, event admission gates may close temporarily once capacity is reached. With the bases loaded, we strongly recommend arriving early to guarantee entry and secure your spot.
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Don’t miss Detroit’s biggest Opening Day celebration!

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I-75 Cap Feasibility Study Public Meeting #3
2026-05-05 18:00 - 19:30 | MSU Detroit Center, 3408 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, MI, 48201, United States
On Tuesday, May 5 from 6:00-7:30 p.m. , the DDP, in partnership with MDOT and the City of Detroit, will host the next in-person community meeting about the I-75 Cap Feasibility Study. This meeting will focus on interactive workshops designed to gather input on the desired amenities and programming for the park caps. There will be a designated area for youth to share their input as well. The meeting will be held at the MSU Detroit Center, located at 3408 Woodward Avenue.
This four-meeting series is focused on sharing progress and gathering community input to help shape the future design, programming, and implementation of the proposed three caps over I-75.
Location:
MSU Detroit Center
3408 Woodward Avenue
Free and open to the public
Light refreshments and validated parking provided
What to Expect:

Key takeaways from the February public meeting
Results from the community survey
Themes that continue to shape the I-75 Cap project

The Feasibility Study began with community engagement in October 2025 and continues through June 2026. This phase evaluates technical, environment, and transportation and public space considerations, while keeping community voices at the center of the process. The study is being led by AECOM, an international transportation and infrastructure firm.
