Soak up the sunshine and get outside in Detroit!
Take the Dequindre Cut Greenway and enjoy the graffiti artwork along the way.
Skip the walk and rent a scooter to maximize your time downtown and get around a little quicker. Learn everything you need to know about renting a scooter (and get a few ideas of hidden gems to explore) here.
Whether you get out by bike, on foot, or on skates, you can explore the growing network of trails in southeast Michigan. Expand your journey from one coast to another with these metro Detroit trails on the Great Lake-to-Lake Trail Route 1, which stretches from South Haven to Port Huron.
June is also the perfect time to get out on the water in Detroit, whether by kayak, sailboat, or out for a swim!
Outdoor Events
You can catch the annual Ford Fireworks on the Detroit Riverfront. For more spectacular shows, check out this article on where to find fireworks all summer long.
Stop by one of the many parks Detroit has to offer for free and fun events ranging from outdoor Movie Nights in the D at Campus Martius, to Pickleball at Beacon Park and more!
Motor City Pride Festival at Hart Plaza | June 6-7
Motor City Pride is Michigan’s largest pride celebration with over 40,000 participants.
Motor City Pride traces its roots back to June 1972 when the first march was held downtown Detroit to protest homophobic laws and to work for the recognition of LGBTQ Rights and Equality.
Change Gears and Enjoy these Motor City Car Events
Are you an auto lover looking for something fun to do in Detroit this June? The Grand Prix will be 3 days long of nonstop cars. If you can't make it for all three days, try to stop by for at least one day because it will be an unforgettable experience. Learn more about the Grand Prix here!
Catch a Game
Celebrate a Tigers win at Comerica Park, catch a concert at The Fox, and enjoy endless entertainment options on your visit to Detroit.
See a Concert
June is the perfect time to see live music in Detroit. See all your favorite artists at one of Detroit's premier concert venues like, the Aretha Franklin Ampitheatre, an outdoor venue on Detroit's waterfront or El club in Southwest Detroit for your favorite underground artists and an unmatched vibe.
See an Exhibit
If you need a reprieve from the heat, try a trip to the Detroit Institute of Arts, Henry Ford Museum, or the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History.
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