The Motor City may appear as a city full of graffiti covered buildings and rows of houses that have been abandoned over the years, but there is more to it. During the summer, there is a lot to do in Detroit!
Toward the end of summer season in Detroit is Woodward Dream Cruise, which celebrates the automobile and includes parades, music, and food. During Labor Day Weekend, there is the Detroit International Jazz Festival for music lovers. There are going to be multiple concerts held in the Fillmore and Fox Theaters located downtown, and for more information there is more information on their websites. Music, however, isn’t the only art that can be appreciated in Detroit. The Detroit Institute of Arts is an institution with over one hundred galleries including pieces by Degas, Cézanne, Diego Riviera, and many more. For view fanatics there is the Bell Isle, which contains beautiful landscaping and provides a beautiful view of downtown Detroit itself. The Riverfront is another place to enjoy a walk during the summer in Detroit. It stretches for three miles along the fourteen mile Detroit River, and is under construction as of now, but it will be open to the public sometime during this summer! Detroit is home to music legends Aretha Franklin, Diana Ross, and Madonna. The Motown Historical Museum is a worthy place to visit, and is where these artists recorded. It contains Motown’s first recording studio, where Jackson 5, Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, and many more have recorded. During the summer Greek town is an upbeat and lively place to visit. It contains many casinos, bars, and restaurants, and gets especially crowded after Lions or Red Wings games. The Greek town is the most famous attraction in this portion of the city, and is located downtown. With the warm weather starting up so does baseball season! The Detroit Tigers are a major attraction to the city, and play all the from March 31st through September! Detroit’s fans are one of a kind, and it is a great experience for those who are just visiting the city!
With winter gone, new activities and events are being planned for the spring and summer. With the numerous sports, parks, concerts, and history in the city, there is much to appreciate and much to be seen. It’s been a long winter, but since it’s over, it’s time to enjoy the warm seasons and the events that come with them!
