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How to Spend July on the Detroit Riverfront

Detroit skyline

Summer is the perfect time to get outside and explore the beautiful Detroit Riverfront! To skip the hassle and focus on the fun, we’ve curated the perfect guide to highlight the hottest happenings in July. 

 

Where to Eat

 

 

The breathtaking views and delicious cuisine from one of the three award-winning restaurants at the GMRENCEN is the perfect addition to any trip to the Riverfront. Andiamo offers an extensive selection of Italian dishes and an incredible assortment of wine, and Highlands Detroit provides stunning views of the Detroit Riverfront from the 71st floor, accompanied by an upscale menu of diverse dishes and innovative cocktails at High Bar. If you’re facing a serious seafood craving, head to the #1 Seafood Restaurant in Michigan, Joe Muer Seafood, for the freshest catch and even better views of the river.

 

What to do on the Riverfront with Kids

 

 

Enjoy Reading and Rhythm on the Riverfront with celebrity guest readings, interactive family entertainment, a healthy snack and a free book to take home provided by General Motors. This event occurs every week on Thursday and Friday until Aug 12, 2022.

 

What to do on the Riverfront to Stay Active

 

 

If you want to stay active this summer, the Detroit Riverfront has multiple opportunities to get moving while enjoying a scenic view. 

 

Expand your knowledge of Detroit while getting your steps in by signing up for the Dequindre Cut Walking Tours with the City Institute. Stroll along the Dequindre Cut as you learn about the greenway’s past and present. 

 

After your walking tour, relax with Yoga on the Riverfront. Enjoy a free yoga class while looking at the stunning view of the Detroit River. Yoga is held Thursday evenings at 6 p.m. and Friday at 10 a.m. in Milliken State Park.

 

What to do on the Riverfront to Experience  Local Artists

 

Did you know you can bike from the Detroit Riverfront straight into the heart of Eastern Market by cruising down the Dequindre Cut?

 

Eastern Market is a can’t-miss Detroit experience for locals and visitors alike. Enjoy a premium market with fresh produce, florals, local artists, unique cuisine and so much more from a local favorite. Markets are open weekly on Tuesdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturdays from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

 

Once you grab yourself lunch from Eastern Market head to the Live Music Summer Series with D. Cipher on the Dequindre Cut to watch metro Detroit’s most talented entertainers. Enjoy this all month long with free weekly performances and a curated lineup. 

 

Where to Park

 

The GMRENCEN offers a variety of parking options located right on the Riverfront and within walking distance to Detroit’s hottest happenings. Click here to check our parking options and choose what’s best for you and your crew. 

 

If you are heading to a concert in the city, check out the multiple show shuttles Andiamo and Joe Muer Seafood are offering for select shows. 

 

There are no dog days of summer with all the exciting happenings in the Motor City! Let us know how you celebrate summer in the city on social media. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

 

Namaste Detroit: Rooftop Yoga at the GMRENCEN

Rooftop yoga is a community and building favorite here at the GMRENCEN.

 

In partnership with RenCen Fitness, the GMRENCEN hosts free rooftop yoga classes throughout the summer. Rain or shine, morning or afternoon, enjoy a fun, relaxing yoga session on the rooftop of the Beaubien Place Parking Garage overlooking the Detroit River.

 

Why yoga? Yoga is an ancient practice, good for the mind, body and spirit. Here’s what GMRENCEN rooftop yoga classes can do for you:

 

1. Start your day right.

 

 

2. Concentrate on your body and your needs.

 

 

3. Focus on your breathing.

 

 

4. Build strength.

 

 

5. Increase flexibility.

 

 

6. Improve your mood.

 

 

7. Challenge yourself.

 

 

8. Change your perspective.

 

 

9. Refresh after a long workday.

 

 

10. Rejuvenate.

 

 

11. Unwind through movement.

 

 

12. Ease physical, mental and emotional tension.

 

 

Free rooftop yoga wraps up this month, so be sure to join us for one of the final classes of the season. Registration is required, so sign up here.

 

If you can’t make it, RenCen Fitness has classes all year.

 

Have you been to rooftop yoga? Share your photos with us in the comments below.

Sweat in the Sky with Rooftop Yoga at the GMRENCEN

Practice makes perfect! Rooftop Yoga is back for another summer at the GMRENCEN. The complimentary classes, hosted in partnership with RenCen Fitness, take place weekly this summer, so get ready to stretch! Break up your day with a yoga class from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. during lunch, or strike a pose after work with one of our 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. classes.

 

All classes will be held atop the Beaubien Place Garage, weather permitting. Before a class is cancelled we’ll work to find a room to host the class indoors, and an email will be sent to all registered participants. All attendees must register through Eventbrite pages created for each yoga class.

 

Schedule

 

 

Our Rooftop Yoga classes begin in May and run through September.

 

May

June

July

  • July 2 – 5 p.m.
  • July 11 – 11:30 a.m.
  • July 18 – 5 p.m.
  • July 25 – 11:30 a.m.

August

September

  • Sept. 5 – 11:30 a.m.
  • Sept. 12 – 5 p.m.
  • Sept. 19 – 11:30 a.m.

New Instructor

 

 

Yoga instructor Amanda is ready to take Rooftop Yoga by storm! Amanda recently moved to the Detroit area from Minnesota and she brings more than ten years of experience honing her practice with her. She joined RenCen Fitness’ staff last fall and she is ready to take Rooftop Yoga to the next level!

 

Are you planning on attending Rooftop Yoga this summer? Let us know your favorite pose in the comments!