Mayor Dennis W. Archer Greenway Celebration
Thursday, Aug 19, 2021 - 4:00pm to 7:00pm
Event Type : Family/Kids
The Detroit Riverfront Conservancy and the City of Detroit are inviting residents to celebrate the Mayor Dennis W. Archer Greenway with a free back-to-school themed event on Thursday, August 19 from 4 to 7 pm. The family-friendly celebration will feature numerous giveaways, music, food and snacks, hustle and mini-tennis lessons, a basketball clinic and more.
The Archer Greenway celebration features activations between Robert Bradby Drive and Robert C. Valade Park, which is located at 2670 Atwater Street.
No registration is needed for this free event. Masks are encouraged for all participants.
Activations at several destinations along the greenway include: -
- Robert Bradby Dr. and the Archer Greenway - Mini tennis lessons, basketball clinics and free basketballs giveaways, tabling from partners from DPSCD and Detroit Parks and Rec DEN (Detroit Exploration and Nature Center) and a DJ
- Between Lafayette and Larned Streets - Free hot dogs, inflatable games, The Healing Memorial making station, Decorate your bike station, and free Archer Greenway tote bags.
- Between Larned Street and Jefferson Avenue - Free Hustle classes and tours of the Bagley Mansion
- Between Jefferson Avenue and Valade Park - Free beach towels at Valade Park, free popcorn and ice cream, photo booths, Mogo station and Atwater Brewery giveaways