119+ Things to Do, Shop, See and Visit in Downtown Detroit During The Draft
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WHAT: Coming to downtown Detroit for the Draft? Check out Bedrock’s Decked Out Detroit Field Guide highlighting 119 must-visit spots for dining, eating, drinking, shopping, parking and entertainment. Take in everything that the Draft has to offer at new favorites and pop-up spaces downtown.
This Bedrock-curated field guide is perfect for itinerary inspiration and effortless navigation while in Detroit for the Draft. There is also an interactive version available on DeckedOutDetroit.com.
New and notable:
Next Level by Rollercade
Game on! Designed for families, Next Level by Rollercade at 1201 Woodward Ave. will be two stories of nonstop fun. On the first floor, visitors can enjoy an indoor gaming zone with card-operated games like air hockey and virtual racing. Bound to work up an appetite, guests can grab a quick bite at the concessions counter before leveling up to the second floor for some indoor roller-skating overlooking Woodward Ave.
Remix Detroit
Drop a beat at Bedrock’s newest interactive music spot, Remix Detroit. In partnership with Bluewater Technologies, this space at 1413 Woodward Ave. will be transformed into a free, immersive music lab where visitors can experiment with melodies and lights by rearranging and altering illuminated spheres and turntables.
Both Next Level by Rollercade and Remix Detroit will open to the public on Thursday, April 18, and both will remain open throughout the remainder of 2024.
Adelina
A collaboration between renowned celebrity chef Fabio Viviani and two celebrated local chefs, Gabriel Botezan and Marco Dall Fontana, Adelina serves up a vibrant fusion of Italian-Mediterranean flavors at 1040 Woodward Ave.
Gilly’s Clubhouse
Now open, Gilly’s Clubhouse is an upscale sports bar named after Dan Gilbert’s son, Nick, who passed away from neurofibromatosis in 2023. It was Nick’s vision to open Gilly’s, combining his passions for food, sports and Detroit, and visitors of the Draft will get to see this project realized.
Chipotle
This fast-casual Mexican restaurant known for its burritos and bowls will open in time for Draft at 660 Woodward Ave.
Rifai
A clothing tailor located at 1001 Woodward Ave. set to open by mid-April.
Leña
In Spanish, Leña means “firewood" … this cozy new spot at 2720 Brush St. has a menu inspired by the cuisine and culture of Spain featuring deep flavors and fresh ingredients prepared over a wood-burning hearth. Leña will be temporarily open in time for the Draft.
Dunkin’
Coffee, donuts and other fast food will be available at 1043 Woodward Ave. starting mid-April
Easy Peasy
From the team who brought Huddle to downtown Detroit, the new bar at 1456 Woodward Ave. will open for a sneak peek in time for Draft.
The Aroma Labs
Visit The Aroma Labs to make your own custom scents using Michigan-made, skin-tested fragrance oils. This sweet spot will open in Parker’s Alley later in April.
Born in Detroit
Born in Detroit clothing empowers the resilient spirit of the city and epitomizes Detroit's strength and heritage. This pop-up at 1275 Woodward Ave. is open now through April 30.
NFL Shop presented by Visa
This retail pop-up will open at 1001 Woodward Ave. for the Draft.
Detroit Lions Shop
This retail pop-up will open at 1403 Woodward Ave. for the Draft.
Recess
This pop-up food and beverage market will open at 160 W. Fort St. for the Draft.
The StockX Experience
An interactive pop-up at 1528 Woodward Ave. designed to welcome guests into the StockX universe. This gamified event gives everyone from hardcore enthusiasts to newfound fans the chance to immerse themselves in the world of sneakers Thursday, April 25 through Saturday, April 27. Featuring a life-sized Grail Vault, "Guess the Grail" mystery boxes, a citywide scavenger hunt and more, visitors can play to win prizes like coveted kicks, collectibles and site credit.
WHERE: Bedrock’s Decked Out Detroit Field Guide to Draft may be found on DeckedOutDetroit.com.
Pick up the guide throughout downtown at locations, including but not limited to:
- One Campus Martius lobby
- Ally Detroit lobby
- First National Building lobby
- Chase Building lobby
- Book Tower lobby
- Shinola Hotel reception
- Parker's Alley
- One Detroit Parking Garage
- Two Detroit Parking Garage
- The Z Lot
WHEN: Please contact each business for their most up-to-date hours of operations during the Draft, Thursday, April 25 through Saturday, April 27.
Both versions of the field guide are available and accessible as of April 8.
