2017 Ford Fireworks: Where to park, parking rules in Downtown Detroit

Here are parking options

DETROIT – There are several options for parking in Downtown Detroit during the 2017 Ford Fireworks. 

The Municipal Parking Department will not enforce parking meters after 5 p.m. on June 26. However, drivers are advised to observe parking restrictions. Parking violators will be ticketed, and in some instances, vehicles may be towed. 

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Motorists will be ticketed for:

  • Improper parking (vehicles within 20 feet from crosswalk; within 15 feet from an intersection; within 30 feet of a stop sign or traffic control device; and within 15 feet of a fire hydrant)
  • Parking in front of fire hydrants and bus stops or blocking driveways and alleys.
  • Parking in designated zones, such as handicap zones (without proper credentials), fire lanes, no parking zones or no standing zones
  • In addition, motorists should be reminded that cars can travel in the same lane as the QLINE but should not park on the tracks.

Parking Facilities and Lots

MPD will offer parking at the following City-owned garages and lots.

Ford Underground Garage                 6 a.m. – 2 a.m.                        $10
30 E. Jefferson

Joe Louis Arena Garage                      Noon – Midnight                      $10
900 W. Jefferson

Millennium Garage                             24 hours                                 $10
432 W. Congress

Premier Garage                                  7 a.m. – Midnight                    $10
1206-08 Woodward Ave.

Grand Circus Park Garage                  24 hours                                  $10
1601 Woodward Avenue

Fireworks viewing from any parking facility and tailgating are prohibited. For more information, call (313) 221-2500 or go online to www.detroitmi.gov/parking.

Towed vehicles within the downtown area will be held at 2121 W. Fort Street.  Vehicles towed on Belle Isle will remain on the island. Free shuttles to tow lots will be available from 4 p.m. – 1 a.m. Tow lots close at 1 a.m.  The fee for towing is $215.

Special section: 2017 Ford Fireworks


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