For the second year, in partnership with Alkebu-lan Village, Councilman Scott Benson and the City of Detroit, the Downtown Detroit Partnership is excited to host the Motor City Kwanzaa Kinara. The 30-foot-tall monument brings a celebration of African American life, community and culture to Campus Martius Park. On Dec. 26, in observance of the first… Continue reading Motor City Kwanzaa Celebration and Kinara Lighting
The Rink at Campus Martius Park presented by Visit Detroit is the place to be for an evening of free ice skating, holiday cheer and ice-cold beer. In partnership with the Downtown Detroit Partnership, Labatt is hosting a special ‘Labatt On Ice’ skate party on Dec. 14, to thank local beer drinkers for making Michigan… Continue reading Labatt On Ice Skate Party
Get ready to let it go at the Rink in Campus Martius Park! Join us for a spectacular afternoon featuring appearances by Elsa and Olaf. ADMISSION: Adult: $12.00 Child (12 and under): $9.00 Military / First Responder: $8.00 Senior (59 and older): $9.00 SKATE RENTAL: $6.00
Don your favorite Ugly Holiday Sweater and get ready to join us for a night of festive fun under Detroit’s Christmas Tree, featuring Joey Namou and DJ Chris Hesano to keep you grooving on the ice. ADMISSION: Adult: $12.00 Child (12 and under): $9.00 Military / First Responder: $8.00 Senior (59 and older): $9.00 … Continue reading Ugly Holiday Sweater Party
Kick off the season at our opening Skating with Santa Party, DJ Invisible will be playing your favorite holiday tunes and the big guy himself will be making an appearance. Grab your Santa hat, lace up your skates, and get ready to pen your letter to the North Pole. ADMISSION: Adult: $12.00 Child (12… Continue reading Skating With Santa
Your holiday starts with the Detroit Tree Lighting on Friday, Nov. 17, at the award-winning Campus Martius Park presented by Downtown Detroit Partnership and DTE Energy Foundation. “Merry & Bright: 20 Years of Holiday Lights” — the 20th-anniversary special edition of this free annual Detroit event to kick off the holiday season — will feature stellar… Continue reading 20th Annual Detroit Tree Lighting
YOUR HOLIDAY STARTS HERE! Mark your calendars for the Detroit Tree Lighting on Friday, Nov. 17, at the award-winning Campus Martius Park presented by Downtown Detroit Partnership and DTE Energy Foundation. “Merry & Bright: 20 Years of Holiday Lights” — the 20th-anniversary special edition of this free annual Detroit event to kick off the holiday season… Continue reading 20th Annual Detroit Tree Lighting
On Oct. 5, Better Cities Film Festival and PlacemakingX will kick off a joint 10th-anniversary celebration with a FREE screening of the feature documentary “The Place Man” at Campus Martius Park in downtown Detroit. The event is co-hosted by the Downtown Detroit Partnership. “The Place Man” (2023), directed by Guillermo Bernal, explores the roots of the placemaking movement, which is… Continue reading Better Cities Film Festival and PlacemakingX 10th-Anniversary Celebration
Break out the lederhosen and dirndls! The Downtown Detroit Partnership is kicking off fall early with its 9th annual Downtown Parktoberfest presented by Visit Detroit and supported by Faygo. Enjoy the fall vibes with a great selection of craft seasonal and Oktoberfest beers. Revelers can also partake in a variety of traditional Oktoberfest games, such… Continue reading Parktoberfest Presented By Visit Detroit
Break out the lederhosen and dirndls! The Downtown Detroit Partnership is kicking off fall early with its 10th annual Downtown Parktoberfest presented by Visit Detroit and supported by Faygo. Enjoy the fall vibes with a great selection of craft seasonal and Oktoberfest beers. Revelers can also partake in a variety of traditional Oktoberfest games, such… Continue reading Parktoberfest Presented By Visit Detroit
Get your heart rate up with free weekly fitness classes. Workout Wednesdays with First Responders 4 Fitness, a nonprofit dedicated to promoting health and wellness through educational programs and special events. They provide expertise and mentorship for sound mental, spiritual, nutritional and physical fitness. Two classes are available starting at 5:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.… Continue reading Workout Wednesdays With First Responders 4 Fitness
The Downtown Detroit Partnership's Centennial Celebration aims to highlight and commemorate a century of efforts of service and development throughout Downtown Detroit.
