Discover Downtown Detroit

The NFL Draft is coming to Detroit April 25-27. Are you ready?!

There is so much to discover and enjoy Downtown – shopping, dining, taking in the sites around Downtown’s six parks and public spaces. There is something for everyone…and plenty of ways to get around the bustling city for Downtown resident, visitor, or tourist.

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Make Your NFL Draft "Gameplan"

Now is the time to start planning how, when, and where you want to experience this much-anticipated event. While the NFL Draft Theater and Draft Experience are the major attractions, there is a whole world of exploration awaiting you in the Motor City. Immerse yourself in the energy of the city and discover its culture and attractions.

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Events in Downtown Detroit

Stay up-to-date on the latest events happening in Downtown Detroit! There’s plenty of fun happening all year-round, get the latest details on Downtown Detroit parks programs, resources, networking and large-scale events, concerts, exciting attractions and more.

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Downtown Kiosks

Stay up-to-date on the latest events happening in Downtown Detroit! There’s plenty of fun happening all year-round, get the latest details on Downtown Detroit parks programs, resources, networking and large-scale events, concerts, exciting attractions and more. More than two dozen digital information kiosks are stationed throughout Downtown Detroit, helping visitors with wayfinding. Kiosk functions include real-time transit feeds, a local business directory, an emergency calling system, available job postings, selfie capabilities, opinion polls, and more.

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The Rink at Campus Martius Park

Campus Martius Park and The Rink presented by Visit Detroit are significant regional destinations. The Rink plays host to local and national skating events and talent. With spectacular views of the historic Detroit skyline, over 100,000 skaters each year step onto the ice to enjoy one of the most beautiful skating experiences in the country.

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Downtown Detroit Business Directory

Headed Downtown to enjoy the winter fun? Then make it a staycation, or a full day excursion when you search our business directory to find local retailers, restaurants and attractions! Whether you’re rounding up the family, or having a night on the town with friends, find out the places to be, dine and shop when you click below.

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Support Detroit businesses with The Spirit Card

Shop local by supporting small businesses throughout Detroit this winter season. One easy way to patronize brick-and-mortar merchants is to buy a Spirit Card, a digital gift card that’s redeemable with select businesses city-wide.

With more than 100+ participating businesses this e-gift card is a great gift and helps to boost the local economy. Show your Detroit love when you purchase a Spirit Card today!

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Illuminating Downtown

The Downtown Detroit Partnership provides supplemental lighting throughout the Downtown all year-round. This includes enhancements to streetlights, decorative holiday lighting, as well as lighting throughout Downtown’s six parks and more. Our efforts aim to brighten low lit areas throughout Downtown to iterate on our work to keep Downtown clean, safe and welcoming for all.

Small Business Spotlight

With more than 200 businesses located within Downtown Detroit, there’s plenty of unique shopping, experiences, and restaurants to enjoy. Explore the Downtown business community, and enjoy the piloted Small Business Spotlight videos series. Join us in uplifting the outstanding businesses located in the heart of the city. Click the play button below to learn more.

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Downtown Hot Spots

Can’t decide what to do during your visit Downtown Detroit? Hear from native Detroiters and expats on some of their favorite destinations. If you’d like to be featured, and are excited to share some of your favorite digs, then send your list of must-see Downtown destinations, eateries, shopping, hang-outs and attractions to [email protected].

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Downtown Detroit Hot Spots - Ebony JJ Curry

Hey Detroit! It’s Ebony JJ Curry and I am a Detroit girl through and through! To live, work, eat, and play in downtown Detroit has literally been such a monumental experience for me. When it comes to . . .

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Downtown Detroit Hot Spots - Rory McMaster

I love working in Downtown Detroit! There are constantly new businesses opening, ensuring a variety of unique experiences downtown. Great spots to grab food or meet up with friends and family. There is something for . . .

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Downtown Detroit Hot Spots - Ola Vernon

I’m from the city and I love it! Detroit has a vibe that is unmatched and with all the new developments happening in Downtown and the neighborhoods it’s definitely amplifying that vibe.

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Downtown Detroit Hot Spots - Terell Bailey

What Up Doe Detroit? I’m relatively new to the Motor City but I feel as though the city has welcomed me with open arms.

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Downtown Detroit Hot Spots - Kitty Whitfield

Looking for a new or unique place to visit, dine and shop in Downtown Detroit? Then check out the latest digs in Downtown Detroit from DDP’s small business engagement manager, Kitty Whitfield. She’ll walk you . . .

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