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As the Motor City gears up to host the 2024 NFL Draft presented by Bud Light from April 25-27, Pure Michigan, Michigan Economic Development Corporation, and Visit Detroit teamed up with Emmy-award winning actor and comedian Sam Richardson to share his top picks for things to do, places to see, and people to meet (including the legendary Barry Sanders) in his hometown of Detroit. Watch the full video here.
Here are five of the places that make the 313 a hot spot according to Sam Richardson: Planet Ant Theatre, Fowling Warehouse, Paramita Sound, Lafayette Coney Island, and?Hot Sam's.?
Detroit is the epicenter of innovation, culture, and sports with a style that continues to influence the world. Come experience what makes Detroit both an epic sports town and an ideal place to live, work, and play ahead of the NFL Draft presented by Bud Light in Detroit for the first time April 25-27, 2024.
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Download the NFL OnePass: This free app gives you access to all event information, activities, and is the go-to guide for NFL events. You don?t need a ticket, just register on the NFL OnePass to enjoy the Fan Experience.
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NFL Draft Schedule: Get ready for three days of football fandom in the city from April 25-27, 2024. The NFL Draft Experience presented by Rocket Mortgage kicks off on Thursday for fans which will include games, exhibits, player appearances and more throughout the weekend in Hart Plaza.
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Entry and Security: All fans will go through airport-level screening for entry, must adhere to the prohibited items list, and are required to register for the NFL OnePass.
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Getting Downtown Detroit: Plan ahead to avoid phased road closures, see street closure map here.
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Traveling Around Detroit: Familiarize yourself with public transportation options so you don?t miss out on the action. Detroit has a number of options from the People Mover, QLine, various bus routes, shuttle services, and bike and/or scooter rentals. Learn more: visitdetroit.com/plan-your-visit/getting-around.
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Where to Stay: While many accommodations are already booked downtown, the metro area offers 45,000 rooms between Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb counties. For fans looking to book an overnight stay, visit visitdetroit.com/hotels/.
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Help Detroit Set Two Records on Saturday: Bring the family down anytime on April 27 to help us set a record for Saturday NFL Draft attendance. Then, join us at 1 p.m. while we attempt to host the largest-ever Hustle Dance.
Experience all Detroit has to offer outside of the NFL Draft downtown footprint by checking out the city?s top-notch museums, grabbing a bite at one of Detroit?s diverse eateries, exploring the city?s bustling neighborhoods, spending time in nature at Belle Isle or along the International Riverwalk, or partaking in some family fun at the Detroit Zoo or Michigan Science Center. And be sure to check out the DCLEATED exhibits across the city where twenty larger-than-life football cleats customized by local Detroit artists will be on display.
Michigan is a true four-season destination with two spectacular peninsulas where cities thrive, small towns feel like home, and the coastal lifestyle comes with a lower cost of living. People move to Michigan with intention ? drawn to the affordable lifestyle and access to nature ??and immediately fall in love with the quality of life. In Michigan, you?re free to express who you were always meant to be.
Follow along and join Pure Michigan in the #NFLDraft2024 conversation on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and X.
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