Tacos & Trivia
2025-09-16 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Detroit) | Campus Martius Park
Tuesdays just got tastier! Join us on the second floor of CABANA 313 on Tuesdays at 7 PM for delicious tacos and free trivia with a chance to snag some fun prizes! We’re turning up the heat with themed nights on select dates to keep it fresh. Whether you’re a trivia whiz rolling in with your crew or just in it for the tacos and good vibes, it’s the perfect midweek hangout. Our Tacos & Trivia event series is supported in part by Corona Extra.
No registration required—just show up, grab a taco (or two), a Corona Extra and get ready to play!

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Shape Your World: Beacon Park Interactive Experience ft. Optik Installation
2025-09-17 06:00 - 22:00, 2025-09-18 06:00 - 22:00, 2025-09-19 06:00 - 22:00, 2025-09-20 06:00 - 22:00, 2025-09-21 06:00 - 22:00, 2025-09-22 06:00 - 22:00, 2025-09-23 06:00 - 22:00, 2025-09-24 06:00 - 22:00 and 5 more dates | Beacon Park, 1901 Grand River Ave, Detroit, MI, 48226, United States
Uncover your own perspective and dive deeper into how you shape the world and the environment we all share. With a venue theme of “Light, Energy and Motion” and an approach rooted in functional design, environmental responsibility, public accessibility and community, DTE Energy’s Beacon Park is proud to host the Optik installation during 2025 Detroit Month of Design. Curated by the Downtown Detroit Partnership, the experience highlights the ongoing commitment to bring creativity and community to Downtown Detroit.
From September 3 – October 3, 2025, from 6 a.m. – 10 p.m., Beacon Park will transform into a vibrant space filled with lights, abstract sounds, melodic music and curated cocktails and mocktails by Lumen Detroit, all in an open-air setting, designed to create a one-of-a-kind experience for Downtown Detroit visitors and design enthusiasts.  Optik is an interactive installation that invites individuals to play with their surroundings and discover new perspectives on everyday environments. The installation features ten gyroscope-like structures, each standing six feet (1.8 meters) tall. At the center of each structure is a dichroic film that reflects sunlight during the day and refracts the inner ring’s lighting at dusk, creating a constantly shifting display of color and light. As the audience rotates each unit, they create their own endless cascade of colors. The experience is amplified as sound joins the movement, turning each unit into a different musical instrument.
Through movement and reflection of light, each of these colorful units encourages the public to engage with another unit and other people within the space, sparking spontaneous conversations, dance parties, jam sessions, light shows, and to finally see each and every one’s true color.  Optik transports people away from their daily routine and into a state of play. It is no longer just a photogenic monument within a space; it becomes a communal hub for social connection.

Better Cities Film Festival 2025
2025-09-18 - 2025-09-20 | Campus Martius Park
Late summer is the perfect time to experience Detroit’s vibrant energy, and the 12th annual Better Cities Film Festival will bring it all together in the heart of downtown. From Sept. 18–21, discover powerful stories of resilience, innovation, and community from citizens, architects, planners, and everyday changemakers working to build stronger, more connected places.
The main screening venue at Campus Martius Park, America’s #1 public square by USA Today 10Best, is where films will light up the park on Sept. 18-20, and the energy of the city becomes part of the experience. There will also be a special Sunday, Sept. 21, screening at Christ Church Detroit.
Ahead of its national PBS release, the opening night will feature the Midwest premiere of “Rails to Trails,” directed by Dan Protess. Protess will be attending the screening, followed by a guided ride on Detroit’s Dequindre Cut led by the Detroit Greenways Coalition, ending at Eastern Market After Dark, a highlight of the Detroit Month of Design.
Additional highlights include “The Little Things That Run the World,” a feature film spotlighting Detroit-based groups preserving micro-ecologies in urban spaces. Audiences will also enjoy short film blocks exploring themes of bicycling, housing, urban design, and community development.
More than a film festival, BCFF also invites you to explore the city through walking tours, bike rides, workshops, and shared meals. It’s a hands-on, minds-on weekend of connection and curiosity — where you’re just as likely to meet a filmmaker on an architecture tour as you are on stage.
Mark your calendars for an unforgettable festival of learning, inspiration, and fun!
Additional info, FREE tickets and more can be found HERE

City Glow Yoga at Beacon Park
2025-09-18 19:00 - 21:00 | Beacon Park, 1901 Grand River Ave, Detroit, MI, 48226, United States
City Glow Yoga is back at Beacon Park!
Join us this summer for one-of-a-kind outdoor yoga sessions with a glowing twist. Using 3-channel LED headphones, you’ll be guided through an uplifting experience that blends movement, music and city energy.
City Glow Yoga offers a city-inspired experience using silent disco technology to create an immersive escape from the everyday hustle and bustle. It’s a unique, fun and refreshing way for Detroiters to unwind.
Registration is required with a $10 donation.
Don’t forget to bring your own yoga mat and water bottle!
Keep the Zen vibes going with a refreshing drink or delicious bite at Lumen Detroit after the session—the perfect place to unwind and refuel.
City Glow Yoga at Beacon Park is programmed by the Downtown Detroit Partnership.
Sign up here: Silent Disco Yoga at DTE’s Beacon Park by City Glow Yoga™ Tickets, Multiple Dates | Eventbrite

Beacon Park CGY Event Dates:
-June 26
-July 24
-August 7
-August 21
-September 4
-September 18

Campus Kids Day: Autumn Adventure Presented By Corewell Health
2025-09-21 13:00 - 17:00 | Campus Martius Park
Campus Kids Days Presented By Corewell Health returns to Campus Martius Park for summer 2025! Families are invited to enjoy this free series of fun-filled Sundays featuring themed entertainment, interactive activities and engaging experiences for kids of all ages. It’s the perfect way to make the most of a Sunday in the heart of Downtown Detroit. Our Campus Kids Day event series is presented by Corewell Health and supported in part by the Detroit Zoo and Metro Parent. The Michigan Science Center will also be in attendance at all Campus Kids Day events, bringing fun in the sun with unique activations and stations.

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Events run from 1–5 p.m. on select Sundays, July 13 through October 5.
2025 Schedule:

September 21: Autumn Adventure

Welcome the start of fall with an Autumn Adventure at Campus Martius Park! This family fun event will feature:

a “Detroit Builds Basketballs” innovation station courtesy of Detroit CHEMpreneurIST.

From cardboard to court-ready: Participants will channel curiosity into creativity by designing basketball games that reflect their vision, values, and voice that are centered on play, and people-first thinking. They will learn how great ideas evolve through creativity, empathy, and trial and error. Whether you’re crafting a one-of-a-kind hoop or engineering a new way to play, this is where Detroit comes together to build, problem-solve, and dream big.

DJ Invisible spinning your favorite family-friendly tracks
A Bounce house
Take in the Harvest Tunes Fall Kids Music Show taking place from 1:30-2:30 p.m. and 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Explore the Michigan Science Center Creepy Chemistry station featuring Spooky Pumpkins
Leaf Cyanotype Craft stations courtesy of Metro Parent
glitter tattoos, lawn games, and giveaways from Birdie’s Books
Tigers baseball on the big screen
Ticket giveaways courtesy of 313 presents including the chance to score tickets to Sesame Street Live and CoComelon Live at the Fox Theatre.
and more to be shared soon!

October 5: Lil’ Boo Bash

Mark your calendars and join us for these exciting afternoons packed with creativity, energy and family-friendly fun! Be sure to check in closer to the event for more details on each day’s events and themed fun.

TAILgate Presented by Strategic Staffing Solutions
2025-09-27 14:00 - 16:00 | Grand Circus Park, 101-157 Witherell St, Detroit, MI, United States
Which team are you rooting for this season? Show your team spirit at the “TAILgate” in Grand Circus Park on Sept. 27 from 2 to 4 PM, courtesy of the Downtown Detroit Partnership and partners. Dress up in your favorite team colors or jerseys – matching looks encouraged for you and your pup! Then enjoy an afternoon of sports-themed games, hot dogs for people, bacon treats for pups and a live DJ bringing the hype. Come for the fandom, stay for the fun and maybe score a prize! Programming highlights for the “TAILgate” at Grand Circus Dog Park include:

Free dog treats and products for sale from Doggie Social Cafe
Refreshments for people from Busta Dawgs
Doggie Nail grooming with Pet-Icured
Photo Op Station for selfies with furry friends
Free giveaways and plenty more.

Grand Circus Dog Park events are presented by Strategic Staffing Solutions and supported in part by Michigan Humane and Premier Pet Supply, who will be on site with giveaways, treats and prizes for our contest winners.

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Other dog park events coming up include:
October 25 – Howl-o-ween

Shape Your World: Beacon Park Interactive Experience ft. Optik Installation
2025-09-30 06:00 - 22:00, 2025-10-01 06:00 - 22:00, 2025-10-02 06:00 - 22:00, 2025-10-03 06:00 - 22:00, 2025-10-04 06:00 - 22:00, 2025-10-05 06:00 - 22:00 | Beacon Park, 1901 Grand River Ave, Detroit, MI, 48226, United States
Uncover your own perspective and dive deeper into how you shape the world and the environment we all share. With a venue theme of “Light, Energy and Motion” and an approach rooted in functional design, environmental responsibility, public accessibility and community, DTE Energy’s Beacon Park is proud to host the Optik installation during 2025 Detroit Month of Design. Curated by the Downtown Detroit Partnership, the experience highlights the ongoing commitment to bring creativity and community to Downtown Detroit.
From September 3 – October 5, 2025, from 6 a.m. – 10 p.m., Beacon Park will transform into a vibrant space filled with lights, abstract sounds, melodic music and curated cocktails and mocktails by Lumen Detroit, all in an open-air setting, designed to create a one-of-a-kind experience for Downtown Detroit visitors and design enthusiasts.  Optik is an interactive installation that invites individuals to play with their surroundings and discover new perspectives on everyday environments. The installation features ten gyroscope-like structures, each standing six feet (1.8 meters) tall. At the center of each structure is a dichroic film that reflects sunlight during the day and refracts the inner ring’s lighting at dusk, creating a constantly shifting display of color and light. As the audience rotates each unit, they create their own endless cascade of colors. The experience is amplified as sound joins the movement, turning each unit into a different musical instrument.
Through movement and reflection of light, each of these colorful units encourages the public to engage with another unit and other people within the space, sparking spontaneous conversations, dance parties, jam sessions, light shows, and to finally see each and every one’s true color.  Optik transports people away from their daily routine and into a state of play. It is no longer just a photogenic monument within a space; it becomes a communal hub for social connection.

I-75 Cap Feasibility Study Public Meeting #1
2025-10-02 17:30 - 18:30 | MI
The Downtown Detroit Partnership (DDP), in collaboration with the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) and the City of Detroit, will kick off the I-75 Cap Feasibility Study with an online Public Meeting on Thursday, October 2 from 5:30-6:30 p.m.
The feasibility phase of the I-75 Cap project will advance engineering and further develop the design. The virtual meeting offers an opportunity for residents, businesses, schools, religious and cultural institutions to help shape the vision for reconnecting neighborhoods to Downtown. During the virtual meeting, the DDP will share details about how and why the project was conceived, provide a project update, and conduct a question-and-answer session.
The virtual meeting is free and open to the public.
Access virtual meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82835394244?pwd=[REDACTED]

Campus Kids Day: Lil’ Boo Bash Presented By Corewell Health
2025-10-05 13:00 - 17:00 | Campus Martius Park
Campus Kids Days Presented By Corewell Health returns to Campus Martius Park for summer 2025! Families are invited to enjoy this free series of fun-filled Sundays featuring themed entertainment, interactive activities, and engaging experiences for kids of all ages. It’s the perfect way to make the most of a Sunday in the heart of Downtown Detroit. Our Campus Kids Day event series is presented by Corewell Health and supported in part by the Detroit Zoo and Metro Parent. The Michigan Science Center will also be in attendance at all Campus Kids Day events, bringing fun in the sun with unique activations and stations.

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October 5: Lil’ Boo Bash
Kick off spooky season with a fang-tastic Lil’ Boo Bash at Campus Martius Park! This family-friendly Halloween celebration will feature

a “Spooky Start-Up Lab: Brew Your Own Brand” station courtesy of Detroit CHEMpreneurIST.

Get ready to mix up something spook-tacular in the lab! Participants will become Formulation Chemists and brew their own unique body scrub, learning how real entrepreneurs use chemistry and creativity to bring personal care items to life. This frightfully fun activity stirs together chemistry, creativity, and business skills in one wickedly cool experience. Perfect for brewing up confidence, curiosity, and community spirit!

Spooktactular Costume contest (starting at 3:00 p.m.) with a variety of prizes and categories, including:

Too Cute to Spook – cutest costume
Best Dressed Boo Crew – best group or duo costume
Icon in the Making – best pop culture, superhero, or character
Crafty Costume Creator – best homemade or DIY costume
Giggle Getter – funniest costume

DJ Invisible spinning your favorite Halloween-themed family-friendly tracks
Take in the Halloween Harvest Magic Show taking place from 1:30-2:30 p.m. and 3:30-4:30 p.m.
A Bounce house
Explore the Michigan Science Center station
Craft stations courtesy of Metro Parent
Facepainting, lawn games, and giveaways from Birdie’s Books
Tigers baseball on the big screen
Ticket giveaways courtesy of 313 presents including the chance to score tickets to Sesame Street Live, Gabby’s Dollhouse Live and Master Chef Live.
And more!

Mark your calendars and join us for these exciting afternoons packed with creativity, energy and family-friendly fun! Be sure to check in closer to the event for more details on each day’s events and themed fun.

Cider In The City at Beacon Park 2025
2025-10-11 13:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-12 13:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-18 13:00 - 17:00 | Beacon Park, 1901 Grand River Ave, Detroit, MI, 48226, United States
Autumn’s calling and all the fall-time fun of a cider mill returns to Downtown Detroit for Beacon Park’s annual Cider in the City! This seasonal fall festival will feature city views, parkside dining, live music, family activities, an open-air tent and exciting food options, including fresh hot cider, pumpkins, tasty caramel apples and more courtesy of Blake’s Farms. Additional dining options include Food trucks, which will be onsite, and Lumen Detroit, the park’s flagship restaurant, will feature fall cocktails, craft beer and hard cider selections.
Visitors can pre-order items for convenient pickup at Beacon Park. To guarantee availability, we highly recommend that guests order online in advance.

Pre-orders are accepted until 12 p.m. prior to each event. Cash and credit are accepted.

Cider in the City is made possible by the DTE Beacon Park Foundation, programmed by The Downtown Detroit Partnership and supported by Blake’s Farms.

Event Features:

Donuts, cider and more for purchase courtesy of Blake’s Farms
Horse-drawn hayrides
Make-and-take crafts
Face painting
Pumpkin painting
Food trucks
Live DJs
Football on the big screen
DTE Electric Vehicle Experience (on October 18 and 19 only)
and more!

Full Cider in the City menu of offerings by Blake’s Farms:

Fresh donuts – plain or cinnamon (6-pack)
Apple cider 1/2 gallons
Apple cider by the cup, hot or cold
Honeycrisp apples
Caramel apples
Large pumpkins (Perfect for carving!)
Small pumpkins

Food Truck Lineup:

October 11: Big Bo’s + Little Caesar’s
October 12: Los Dos Amigos + Busta Dawgs
October 18: Sonny’s Hamburgers + Andiamo
October 19: Los Dos Amigos + Andiamo

Beacon Park Event FAQs

Can I bring a large group to an event at Beacon Park?
Any size group is welcome to attend, however Beacon Park will not have reserved areas available for large groups. All seating areas are available for park guests on a first come first serve basis. We request that you do not rearrange our furniture for larger groups.
What can I not bring when visiting Beacon Park?
All signage must be approved by Beacon Park before your group arrives. The following items are prohibited in the park: cooking, open flames, sterno or chafing dish fuel, alcohol, large structures or signs, staked signs, drones, professional photography, food, beverage or merchandise sales, soliciting, wagering, climbing on park furniture, moving furniture, amplified sound, disrupting park guests, generators, use of park power or water, and blocking walkways.
Can I bring my pet to Beacon Park?
Trained and leashed pets and their responsible owners are welcome in Beacon Park. Pets must always be on a 6-foot leash and under an owner’s immediate control. Always clean up after your pet and carry a waste bag with you at all times.
What if there is inclement weather?
Cider in the City is rain or shine. If there is severe weather, we will post updates on our social media and cancel the event if necessary to ensure the safety of all visitors.

Cider In The City at Beacon Park 2025
2025-10-11 13:00 - 2025-10-19 17:00 | Beacon Park, 1901 Grand River Ave, Detroit, MI, 48226, United States
Autumn’s calling and all the fall-time fun of a cider mill returns to Downtown Detroit for Beacon Park’s annual Cider in the City! This seasonal fall festival will feature city views, parkside dining, live music, family activities, an open-air tent and exciting food options, including fresh hot cider, pumpkins, tasty caramel apples and more courtesy of Blake’s Farms. Additional dining options include Food trucks, which will be onsite, and Lumen Detroit, the park’s flagship restaurant, will feature fall cocktails, craft beer and hard cider selections.
Visitors can pre-order items for convenient pickup at Beacon Park. To guarantee availability, we highly recommend that guests order online in advance.

Pre-orders are accepted until 12 p.m. prior to each event. Cash and credit are accepted.

Cider in the City is made possible by the DTE Beacon Park Foundation, programmed by The Downtown Detroit Partnership and supported by Blake’s Farms.

Event Features:

Donuts, cider and more for purchase courtesy of Blake’s Farms
Horse-drawn hayrides
Make-and-take crafts
Face painting (Sundays only)
Pumpkin painting
Food trucks
Live DJs
Football on the big screen
DTE Electric Vehicle Experience (on October 18 and 19 only)
and more!

Full Cider in the City menu of offerings by Blake’s Farms:

Fresh donuts – plain or cinnamon (6-pack)
Apple cider 1/2 gallons
Apple cider by the cup, hot or cold
Honeycrisp apples
Caramel apples
Large pumpkins (Perfect for carving!)
Small pumpkins

Food Truck Lineup:

October 11: Big Bo’s + Little Caesar’s
October 12: Los Dos Amigos + Busta Dawgs
October 18: Sonny’s Hamburgers + Andiamo
October 19: Los Dos Amigos + Andiamo

Beacon Park Event FAQs

Can I bring a large group to an event at Beacon Park?
Any size group is welcome to attend, however Beacon Park will not have reserved areas available for large groups. All seating areas are available for park guests on a first come first serve basis. We request that you do not rearrange our furniture for larger groups.
What can I not bring when visiting Beacon Park?
All signage must be approved by Beacon Park before your group arrives. The following items are prohibited in the park: cooking, open flames, sterno or chafing dish fuel, alcohol, large structures or signs, staked signs, drones, professional photography, food, beverage or merchandise sales, soliciting, wagering, climbing on park furniture, moving furniture, amplified sound, disrupting park guests, generators, use of park power or water, and blocking walkways.
Can I bring my pet to Beacon Park?
Trained and leashed pets and their responsible owners are welcome in Beacon Park. Pets must always be on a 6-foot leash and under an owner’s immediate control. Always clean up after your pet and carry a waste bag with you at all times.
What if there is inclement weather?
Cider in the City is rain or shine. If there is severe weather, we will post updates on our social media and cancel the event if necessary to ensure the safety of all visitors.
