Plan Your Viewing Schedule Ahead of Time
Consider the time difference between Paris and your location. Detroit is 6 hours behind Paris, so plan your viewing schedule accordingly to catch live events. Also, identify the events you don't want to miss and note their schedules. The Olympic website and apps often provide detailed schedules and can be synchronized with your local time zone.
Set Up a Viewing Party
Invite friends and family to watch key events together. Decorate your space with Olympic-themed decorations and some Parisian flair. To make it extra festive, serve French-inspired snacks and beverages, including croissants from Josef's European Pastry Shop, cheese platters, crepes, and a selection of French wines from The Royce or sparkling water for the kiddos. If you want to get out of the house and (not worry about party planning or clean up), NBC is hosting local watch parties at AMC Theaters.
Engage with the Official App & Social Media
Download the official Olympics app for updates, highlights, and live streams. But get active on social media, follow hashtags and accounts related to the Olympics on platforms like Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook for real-time updates, behind-the-scenes content, fan interactions, and all Olympic trail updates.
Explore French Culture Locally
Detroit offers a taste of Paris, with its vibrant French restaurants and patisseries waiting to be explored. To experience authentic French cuisine, we recommend visiting local favorites such as Le Suprême or indulging in a delicious crepe from The French Cow Crepes shop at Eastern Market during the weekend.
Stay Active
Get inspired by the Olympics to try a new sport or activity. Many local gyms and clubs offer introductory classes in sports featured in the Olympics, like swimming at the Wayne County Family Aquatic Center. Look for local Olympic-themed events like fun runs or track workouts with RUNdetroit. Participating in these can provide a sense of connection to the global event.
Support Your Local Athletes
To enhance your Olympic experience, consider getting to know the athletes from the Michigan area who are competing in the games. Donald Scott, a Triple Jumper from Eastern Michigan University; Devin Booker, a Phoenix Suns NBA player from Grand Rapids; Hobbs Kessler Track & Field from Ann Arbor; Frederick Richard, Gymnastics from the University of Michigan; Corinne Jemison Discus Throw from Kentwood, MI, Syla Swords, and Krista Phillips are basketball players from the University of Michigan, among many others.(Note: Athletes mentioned are not limited to this list.)
