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Each season, the Downtown Detroit Parks come alive and each with its own unique features including beautiful landscaping, flowing fountains, historical monuments, flourishing gardens, winter activations, comfortable seating, innovative dining options and a variety of activities that appeal to every age and background.

The Downtown Detroit Parks offer guests respite, relaxation, and comfort any time of day.

If you are interested in seeing internationally known performers and innovative artistry, taking part in cultural celebrations and healthy initiatives, or simply enjoying the essence of nature surrounded by Detroit’s iconic skyscrapers, these beautiful public spaces offer something for everyone.

The Rink at Campus Martius Park

The Rink at Campus Martius Park Presented By Visit Detroit The Rink at Campus Martius Park presented by Visit Detroit is the premier family-friendly outdoor skating rink in Michigan. Situated […]

About the Parks

Since 2000, the Downtown Detroit Partnership in collaboration with the city of Detroit has been the recognized leader in creating, programming, and managing Downtown Detroit’s historic and transformational public spaces and urban parks.

Upcoming Events

December 21 @ 11:00 am

Downtown Detroit Markets & The Cadillac Lodge

Cadillac Square is the spot to shop this holiday season. Whether you’re window shopping or on a spree, you can find locally made, one-of-a-kind gifts from a collection of curated […]

December 21 @ 6:00 pm

Holiday Carriage Rides in Downtown Detroit

Experience the magic of Downtown Detroit from inside an enchanted horse-drawn carriage. Carriage rides take passengers on a journey through the bustling city. With the dramatic backdrop of the city […]

December 22 @ 11:00 am

Downtown Detroit Markets & The Cadillac Lodge

Cadillac Square is the spot to shop this holiday season. Whether you’re window shopping or on a spree, you can find locally made, one-of-a-kind gifts from a collection of curated […]

December 23 @ 11:00 am

Downtown Detroit Markets & The Cadillac Lodge

Cadillac Square is the spot to shop this holiday season. Whether you’re window shopping or on a spree, you can find locally made, one-of-a-kind gifts from a collection of curated […]

December 24 @ 11:00 am

Downtown Detroit Markets & The Cadillac Lodge

Cadillac Square is the spot to shop this holiday season. Whether you’re window shopping or on a spree, you can find locally made, one-of-a-kind gifts from a collection of curated […]

December 25

Menorah In The D

Come celebrate the Festival of Lights on December 25th. The menorah will stand tall in Cadillac Square throughout the eight nights of Hanukkah.

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Park Corporate Sponsors

Casamigos Tequila

Michigan Lottery

Detroit Red Wings

Rocket Companies

Detroit Regional Partnership

DTE Beacon Park Foundation

Corewell Health

Detroit Free Press

MGM Grand Detroit

Dave & Buster’s

Broadway In Detroit

Detroit Pistons

Michigan Humane

William Davidson Foundation

The Detroit News

Tito’s Handmade Vodka

JMD Building Restoration

Diversified Members Credit Union

Strategic Staffing Solutions

Capital One Café

Detroit Auto Dealers Association (DADA)

Explore the Downtown Parks

Campus Martius

Campus Martius

The heart of Downtown, Campus Martius Park is Detroit’s Gathering Place for employees, residents and visitors. In 2021, Campus Martius Park was named “Top Public Square '' by USA Today and has won countless awards . . .

Grand Circus Park

Grand Circus Park

Grand Circus Park anchors both a growing residential neighborhood and the Downtown Detroit entertainment district. The park features gardens, dog parks, new seating areas, and free, special events and performances.

Beacon Park

Beacon Park

Beacon Park opened in July 2017 and features stunning light installations, an open lawn space with outdoor games fun for all ages, and a contemporary two-story restaurant. The park hosts a program of daily organized . . .

Cadillac Square

Cadillac Square

Cadillac Square is home to the relocated Bagley Memorial Fountain, the food trucks rallies, and a variety of seating to enjoy amidst beautiful perennial gardens.

Capitol Park

Capitol Park

Capitol Park is a popular neighborhood and an emerging destination that features lush landscaping and green spaces, a new off-leash dog park, fitness classes, and more. The park is surrounded by incredible restaurants, bakeries, coffee . . .

Woodward Esplanade

Woodward Esplanade

The Woodward Esplanade is a new public space that extends from the south end of Campus Martius Park to Larned St. The new space will include weekday food trucks and plenty of seating to enjoy . . .

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Things to Do

Whether you live and work in Downtown Detroit or like to visit, there are endless experiences. Take a walk through the parks or grab a MoGo to shop, dine, enjoy live music, peruse art galleries, attend theatre or simply take in the energy and people watch from your favorite vantage point. Welcome!

Vendors & Rentals

The Downtown Detroit Partnership works with vendors to feature new food and retail concepts across our parks. The Downtown Detroit Parks are also premiere spaces for weddings, fundraisers, touring exhibitions, corporate events, film, and commercial shoots, product launches, and private events.

Vendor Opportunities

News & Insights

Park News

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Historic Expansion of DDP’s Parks Stewardship

August 30, 2024

Historic Expansion of DDP’s Parks Stewardship

DDP in the News

WRJ’s Ann Thomas Interview with David Cowan, DDP’s Chief Public Spaces Officer Hear more about the landmark expansion of its stewardship over the City of Detroit’s beloved green public spaces. . . .

Downtown Detroit Partnership Names Visit Detroit as Presenting Sponsor of The Rink at Campus Martius

November 13, 2021

Downtown Detroit Ice Rink

Downtown Detroit Partnership Names Visit Detroit as Presenting Sponsor of The Rink at Campus Martius

Downtown Parks & Public Spaces

Michigan’s premier outdoor staking rink returns to full operating capacity for 2021-2022 season, offers pre-season skating preview this weekend DETROIT – The Downtown Detroit Partnership (DDP) today announced Visit Detroit . . .

Downtown Detroit Partnership and DTE Energy Foundation Present Live Detroit Tree Lighting and Light Up Beacon Park for a ‘Bigger, Brighter, Better’ Holiday Season on Nov.19

November 5, 2021

Downtown Detroit Partnership and DTE Energy Foundation Present Live Detroit Tree Lighting and Light Up Beacon Park for a ‘Bigger, Brighter, Better’ Holiday Season on Nov.19

Downtown Parks & Public Spaces

Holiday season centerpiece is the tallest and brightest Michigan-grown Norway spruce Star-studded lineup of entertainment set to take to the ice and stage Public invited to attend and enjoy outdoor . . .

7th Annual Downtown Parktoberfest Returns to Campus Martius Park, Sept. 18-19

September 17, 2021

Detroit Parktoberfest

7th Annual Downtown Parktoberfest Returns to Campus Martius Park, Sept. 18-19

Downtown Parks & Public Spaces

7th ANNUAL DOWNTOWN PARKTOBERFEST RETURNS TO CAMPUS MARTIUS PARK, SEPT. 18-19 Presented by Downtown Detroit Partnership, the weekend event celebrates beer, food and German culture in one of Detroit’s award-winning parks and features . . .

Downtown Detroit Partnership Introduces Free Wi-fi in Downtown Parks and Public Spaces, Helping Bridge Digital Divide

April 7, 2021

Downtown Detroit Partnership Introduces Free Wi-fi in Downtown Parks and Public Spaces, Helping Bridge Digital Divide

Downtown Parks & Public Spaces

New high-speed network increases internet accessibility for all DETROIT – The Downtown Detroit Partnership (DDP), its CEO Eric Larson and Board Chair Cindy Pasky today announced the launch of free, high-speed public . . .

Campus Martius Park Named Top Public Square by USA Today 10Best

March 16, 2021

Campus Martius Fountain

Campus Martius Park Named Top Public Square by USA Today 10Best

Downtown Parks & Public Spaces

DETROIT – Detroit’s Campus Martius was recognized in USA Today’s 10Best Top Public Squares for 2021. “Campus Martius Park serves as Detroit’s gathering place, where locals and visitors alike can come . . .

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