Detroit is preparing for Thanksgiving with the annual parade, Turkey Trot, and a Detroit Lions game, prompting street closures starting November 25 to accommodate event setups. On Thanksgiving Day, Woodward Avenue crossings will be closed from 5 a.m. to 4 p.m., affecting downtown traffic, according to the City of Detroit.
The Detroit Department of Transportation will reroute buses, including lines 3 Grand River and 4 Woodward, starting at 6 a.m. on November 27, returning to normal after the parade. The People Mover will offer free service from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m., though some stations, like Times Square, will remain closed for the season, as reported by the City of Detroit.
The City of Detroit announced parking and safety information for Thanksgiving events. Special rates will apply at the Ford Underground and Eastern Market garages on Thanksgiving Day. Metered street parking will be free on November 27 and 28, but vehicles parked illegally or causing obstructions may be ticketed or towed. The Detroit Police Department Downtown Services will help locate lost children and provide a contact number for emergencies.
