Finally, after a piercing, albeit mild winter, spring is in the air! There are so many things to do this April around Detroit that we couldn’t be more excited to share this list with you!
1. Tantalize your tastebuds by Dining in the Dark
This April you’ll have the opporunity to book one of the most memorable meals of your life! This unique dinner experience comes with a secret 3-course meal for you to enjoy while blindfolded which reflect your personalized preferences when you reserve your spot! You can choose between three menu options, red for meat, blue for seafood, and green for vegan, but whichever menu you choose, the meal quickly turns into a fun and unique experience that you won’t forget any time soon.
2. Treat your ears to the delightful tunes of your favorite songs under the warm glow of 1,000 candles
Enjoy the delightful tunes of your favorite artist’s music performed by classical musicians in the incredible candlelit setting! This month’s Candlelight Concerts include tributes to Adele, Taylor Swift, Coldplay, and Fleetwood Mac!
3. Unite with fellow ‘sneakerheads’ at one of the largest sneaker conferences in the world
Huntington Place is to host the 15th annual Sneaker Con Detroit, the most popular conference for sneaker junkies. It’s like a stock market for sneakers, you’ll find people bidding, selling, auctioning, and bartering sneakers on April 27.
Find Sneaker Con Detroit April 27th at Huntington Place Detroit 1 Washington Boulevard, Detroit, MI 48226
4. Attend the NFL Draft in Downtown Detroit
From Thursday, April 25th until Saturday, April 27th, practically all of Downtown Detroit is going to be packed with NFL fans from all over the country hoping to see the free-to-attend NFL Draft! This year’s draft is expected to have one of the biggest crowds in years and is going to be bringing a signficant amount of business to the city of Detroit, which is a great thing for city’s continued regrowth and redevelopment.
The draft itself will only be part of the fun, as the NFL and Detroit has slated almost a full week and weekend of activities and entertainment, including live performances, celebrity meet-and-greets, and so much more!
5. Cheer on the Tigers at Comerica Park
Opening day for the Tigers is on April 5 as they take on the Oakland Athletics at around 1:00 pm, with a new updated scoreboard and improved facilities, the gameday experience is better than ever!
6. Celebrate Earth Day at the Kalamazoo Nature Center
The Kalamazoo will kick off love for the earth with a full day of activities meant for all ages including hiking some of the stunning nature trails and learning about sustainability. Meet animals in their habitat while foraging for edible plants at this incredible celebration.
Find it April 15 at 7000 N Westnedge Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49009
7. Explore fantastical arts from the graduate students at Cranbrook Academy of Art
Take your mind for a wild spin as you explore dozens of pieces large and small created by local artists. Enjoy via free self-guided tours at the Cranbrook Art Museum!
Find galleries at Cranbrook Art Museum 39221 Woodward Avenue Bloomfield Hills, MI, USA
8. Spend a day picnicking on Belle Island
This 982-acre beauty on the Detroit River is best enjoyed during these warmer months. Grab a picnic basket and enjoy sweeping views of downtown Detroit and even Windsor, Canada!
9. Go wild with a full day at the Detroit Zoo
Take a local safari without even leaving the city. Find gorillas and flamingos at this massive escape while you ogle at the 2,000 different creatures representing 245 unique species!
Find the Detroit Zoo at 8450 W 10 Mile Rd, Royal Oak, MI 48067
10. Catch a new movie on the big screen with a nice discount on snacks and drinks
You can steal dirt cheap tickets to watch your favorite movies at any AMC or Regal Cinemas theatre around Detroit. With tickets to the latest trillers, dramas, actions, and more, available at discounted prices, it makes for the perfect excuse to get out of the house!