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Detroit Events

Motor City Pride

This citywide celebration of Detroit's LBGT+ community is growing every year and there are multiple events. The programme includes a family picnic, a golf outing, comedy and musical performances and of course, parades.

Date: 01 June 2021 - 30 June 2021
(Date to be confirmed)
Venue: Various.
Website: http://www.motorcitypride.org
Cost:

Free.


Detroit International Jazz Festival

The Detroit International Jazz Festival is one of the biggest free music events in North America, attracting thousands of music fans each year. Held over Labour Day weekend, visitors to the festival can take their pick from a line-up that includes over 100 bands, ranging from household names through to new and emerging talents.

Date: 01 August 2021 - 30 September 2021
(Date to be confirmed)
Venue: Hart Plaza and Campus Martius Park
Website: http://www.detroitjazzfest.com
Cost:

Free.


Motor Bella

Replacing the North American International Auto Show is the multi-day event Motor Bella. This outdoor auto-centric event will be held at the M1 Concourse in Pontiac, around 43km (27 miles) northwest of Detroit. Expect a multi-sensory experience with exciting vehicle debuts, performance vehicle exhibitions and more.

Date: 21 September 2021 - 26 September 2021
Venue: M1 Concourse
Website: https://motorbella.com/
Cost:

Various.


Detroit Free Press/Chemical Bank Marathon

Runners from across the country take part in this marathon and raise millions for charities. The course passes through Downtown Detroit and Downtown Windsor, and you can watch from almost all the most interesting historic neighborhoods.

Date: 16 October 2021 - 17 October 2021
Venue: Streets of Detroit.
Website: http://www.freepmarathon.com
Cost:

Free to spectate.


America's Thanksgiving Parade

First held back in 1924 to great acclaim, this parade has become one of Detroit's biggest and best-loved events of the year. Televised across America, the parade lives up to its name as America's Thanksgiving Parade: watched on television by millions and attended by huge crowds from across the state. In addition to the parade, visitors can also take part in the annual Turkey Trot and the rather grand affair of the Hob Nobble Gobble black-tie fundraiser.

Date: 25 November 2021 - 25 November 2021
Venue: Streets of Detroit.
Website: http://www.theparade.org
Cost:

Free.


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Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center

Soaring 73 floors above the Detroit River, this is Metro Detroit's largest hotel: it has no fewer than 1,298 guest rooms luxuriously appointed for both business and leisure travel. The hotel's location in the GM Renaissance Center means that guests have easy access to a variety of shops, restaurants and services. Guests dining at the hotel's American restaurant Volt have great views of the Detroit River and Windsor.

Doubletree Hotel Dearborn

Conveniently located off the Southfield Expressway, near the Detroit Metro Airport, this business hotel has plenty of features to assist business travellers, such as Wi-Fi access and a 24-hour business centre. There are indoor and outdoor pools and an executive fitness centre at the hotel, as well as a restaurant and a meeting and banquet space.

The Inn on Ferry Street

This hotel brings together four separate buildings, each dating back to the 19th century. It’s essentially a bed and breakfast complex, with individually decorated rooms and comfy lounges with real fireplaces. The hotel also offers its guests a complimentary shuttle service within a 9km (5.6 miles) radius, though you’re within walking distance of many attractions.

Townsend Hotel

This trendy hotel located in the leafy Birmingham area of Detroit is perfect for star spotting. Celebrities like Paul McCartney have booked lavish suites at the hotel when in town, and many other performers choose the European-style elegance of the Townsend for their stay. The award-winning Rugby Grille restaurant serves contemporary American and European cuisine as well as afternoon tea.

The Atheneum Suite Hotel Detroit

This grand property’s location in Greektown is not taken lightly in terms of interior décor: you will find Greek revival touches and portraits of Greek mythology throughout. As the name suggests, the hotel offers suites only, and the 174 rooms have marble baths and the usual modern conveniences. There is no restaurant, but the hotel is situated close to a wide choice of eateries.

Dearborn Inn

Opened in 1931, this is actually the world’s first airport hotel, and though that specific airport has long since gone, the hotel retains a certain cachet. The Georgian building enjoys a plum location within 9 hectares (23 acres) of landscaped gardens, and feels like an oasis and an escape from the urban clamour. The hotel has two restaurants and a pool.

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