Woodward Esplanade

Connecting Campus Martius to Spirit of Detroit Plaza and the Riverfront

The Woodward Esplanade is a new public space that extends from the south end of Campus Martius Park to Larned St., further connecting Downtown to The Spirit of Detroit Plaza and the Riverfront. The new space includes weekday food trucks and seating.  The QLine’s final stop is on the Woodward Esplanade.

Food trucks are back in Detroit. 

The Downtown Detroit Partnership's "Detroit Street Eats" program will see food trucks return to Detroit's parks and public areas starting Friday. The program will start with trucks in Cadillac Square and the Woodward Esplanade and expand to other parks throughout the season, according to a press release. 

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Things to Do in Woodward Esplanade

Upcoming Events

December 6 @ 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 7 @ 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 13 @ 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 14 @ 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 20 @ 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 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 […]

Restaurants

Food Trucks

Michigan’s largest and best daily food truck rallies are back at Cadillac Square, Spirit of Detroit Plaza, and the Woodward Esplanade June through October from 11am – 3pm. Throughout the season, choose from our rotating fleet of more than 75 food trucks and sample Detroit classics and street food from around the world.

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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