DETROIT – The Downtown Detroit Partnership (DDP) will host its 2nd Annual Party in the Park on Thursday, August 15, 2024, from 6:30–9 p.m. in the award-winning Campus Martius Park. Contributions will benefit Downtown Detroit parks and public spaces managed by the DDP.
“This summer event shines a light on the growth and history of the Downtown and particularly Campus Martius Park, the city’s centerpiece and gathering space,” said DDP Chief Executive Officer Eric B. Larson. “The Party in the Park helps to keep our parks sustainable and vibrant for present and future generations.”
Additionally, the event celebrates Campus Martius Park’s recognition as the No. 1 Public Square in the country by USA Today readers. Campus Martius Park hosts hundreds of programs and events each year, including the Detroit Tree Lighting, beach parties, Campus Kids Day, and Movie Nights in the D.
Attendees of Party in the Park can enjoy premium networking with civic, corporate, and community leaders, live entertainment by the Dan Rafferty Band, hors d’oeuvres, and specialty cocktails. Guests will also have the opportunity to visit the Campus Martius “Blooms Bar,” a vibrant flower cart experience featuring beautiful floral assortments from local Detroit-based farms, where they can create and take home their own colorful bouquets. Additionally, the benefit will feature a pop-up Kendra Scott boutique, with 20% of all purchases made during the event being donated to the DDP.
Proceeds from the event will help benefit daily operations, maintenance, programming, and beautification of all Downtown parks and public spaces managed by the DDP: Capitol Park, Cadillac Square, Campus Martius Park, Beacon Park, Grand Circus Park, Paradise Valley Beatrice Buck Park, Woodward Esplanade and more.
VIP Raffle Items and Auction Highlights
Party in the Park features an exclusive VIP raffle and an online and silent auction during the event, complete with one-of-a-kind and limited-edition experiences and merchandise. With the purchase of a VIP ticket, ticketholders are automatically entered into a raffle for the opportunity to win a specialty item from select brands: Kendra Scott Jewelry, Rebel Nell, Moet & Chandon, MGM Grand Detroit as well as Carhartt Cares’ front row tickets to the Detroit Tree Lighting. Raffle items are valued at $500 and above. Patrons must be present to win the raffle.
Online & Event Auction Items: This year’s Party in the Park will include a silent auction that opens Aug. 8 at 10:00 a.m. and closes Aug. 15 at 10 p.m. Bid on local priceless experiences that can be enjoyed with loved ones. Bidders do not need to be present to win. Packages include:
Detroit’s Holiday Cheer Package
Donated by The Downtown Detroit Partnership
- Detroit’s Christmas Tree selection trip for two people (Date choices are October 5th or 12th)
- Rental Car
- Stay at a Bed & Breakfast in Leelanau Peninsula
- Dinner for two
- Bottle of wine
- 6 Front Row VIP tickets to the Annual Detroit Tree Lighting Ceremony on November 22, 2024
- You and ONE guest will be on stage during the lighting of the tree!
- Dinner for 6 at PARC Restaurant on November 22, 2024
- Opportunity for 6 people to participate in a “First on Ice” skate on the Rink at Campus Martius Park Presented by Visit Detroit on November 22, 2024
- Detroit Tree Lighting Swag Bags for you and your guests
Detroit Lions One Pride Package
Donated by The Detroit Lions & Rebel Nell
- 2 Lower Bowl tickets to the game on September 15th
- 2 sideline passes to the game on September 15th
- Autographed Lions Merchandise
- Rebel Nell Shopping Experience and Limited-Edition Lions Ring
- Signed 2024 NFL Draft Replica Helmet
Detroit Red Wings Hockeytown Package
Donated by Strategic Staffing Solutions and Bally Sports Detroit
- 18 premium suite seat tickets
- Three (3) VIP parking passes
- Access to the Blue Cross Lounge
- Giant Red Wings Bobblehead
- Autographed Red Wings Merchandise
Event Details and Tickets
The Party in the Park benefit will also include a VIP Pre-Party presented by Moët & Chandon from 5–6 p.m. and will include a “Moët Moment” champagne toast, as well as premium signature cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and more.
Party in the Park VIP and general admission tickets, as well as a limited number of premium garden cabanas, can be purchased via Eventbrite. For more event information, visit downtowndetroit.org/ddpevents.
Party in the Park is sponsored by Bally Sports Detroit, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Crain’s Detroit Business, The Detroit Lions, MGM Grand Detroit, Moët & Chandon, The Parade Company, Rebel Nell, Strategic Staffing Solutions, and Wayne State University.
About Downtown Detroit Partnership
The Downtown Detroit Partnership (DDP) strengthens and supports Downtown Detroit through strategic initiatives and programs. DDP convenes business, philanthropic, and government partners to create a vibrant and resilient urban core for Detroit and the surrounding community. DDP is responsible for programming, managing, and operating several of Downtown Detroit’s parks and public spaces. For more information, visit DowntownDetroit.org.
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