Fall ushers in magnificent colors, comforting food and drinks, and maybe best of all family-friendly activities. There is no better place to take in this change of season than Downtown Detroit. Whether you long to enjoy the natural beauty of autumn or a fun Halloween event, you will find those things and more in the Motor City. Continue reading below for the best way to celebrate fall in Detroit. 

Sample local brews and delicious eats in Eastern Market. 

Detroit is ripe with historic and award-winning breweries. The easiest way to try the best beer Michigan offers is to attend the Detroit Fall Beer Festival in Eastern Market on Saturday, October 22nd. 

We suggest parking in our secure garage at 150 Michigan Avenue and taking a short ride on the #40 bus to the heart of Eastern Market to avoid crowded street parking.

Only enter if you’re brave! 

Are you a true crime fanatic? Get ready for a front-row seat with Notorious 313’s Haunted 6th Precinct Tour. With a guide, you will walk through the abandoned 6th Precinct building while learning about thrilling history and some spooky guests that are said to lurk inside. 

Savor the changing colors of the season. 

There is no better place to witness the beauty of fall in Detroit than along the Riverwalk. Take in the magnificent view of the Detroit River as you head toward the Detroit River Conservancy, ripe with red and yellow-leaved flowers and trees. 

For convenient access to the Riverfront, park at the 686 Brush Street lot. Take advantage of the fabulous local eateries on your way back! 

Leave the kids at home for a scary good time! 

Detroit’s largest Halloween bar crawl is one of the season’s most popular events, running 10/22, 10/28/, 10/29, and 10/31! Wear your most brilliant costume for a chance to take home the prize! Enjoy discounted drinks and food from some of the most prominent nightclubs downtown. 

Park in our secure, affordable lot at 201 Michigan Avenue, which is conveniently located across the street from the Westin if you’d like to stay downtown after a night of revelry! 

Park Rite is proud to offer safe, affordable Detroit parking. No matter what brings you to downtown Detroit this fall, we are confident that we can help you navigate the city’s parking with ease.

Check out all of our locations: https://parkriteparking.com/detroit-parking-locations/. 

*Image Courtesy of Midwest Living Magazine/ EE Berger