Fireworks detroit river 2018

Belle Isle will not be open to vehicle traffic until 2 p. Pedestrians and bicyclists can access the island beginning at 5 am. Once the island reaches a capacity of 3, vehicles, no more will be admitted. The closure extends to Third Street at about 6 p.

Jessica Strachan , Patch Staff. Check out the details of the Independence Day celebration for Find out what's happening in Detroit with free, real-time updates from Patch. Let's go! Road Closures Road and ramp closures into downtown are slated to begin at 6 p. Freeway closures beginning at 6 p. Thank Reply Share. The rules of replying: Be respectful. This is a space for friendly local discussions.

If you're heading to Detroit to see the fireworks, the top watching areas are:. Please note, admittance onto Belle Isle by vehicles and pedestrian set-up at Hart Plaza will not be permitted before 2 p. The Municipal Parking Department also will not enforce parking meters after 5 p. However, motorists are advised to observe parking restrictions. Parking violators will be ticketed, and in some instances, vehicles may be towed.

In addition, motorists should be reminded that cars can travel in the same lane as the QLINE but should not park on the tracks. MPD will offer parking at the following City-owned garages and lots. Ford Underground Garage — 30 E. Jefferson 6 a. Millennium Garage — W.

Premier Garage — Woodward Ave. Fireworks viewing from any parking facility and tailgating are prohibited. For more information, call or go online to www. The fireworks are a joint celebration with our Canadian neighbors, who celebrate their independence on July 1. As producers of the Ford Fireworks, The Parade Company selects the musical arrangement and works exclusively with Zambelli Fireworks to stage more than 10, pyrotechnic effects visible for miles along the Detroit River.

There will be no public access to these People Mover stations. Patrons may enter or exit at the nearest available station, as the other DPM stations except those named above, will remain open. The People Mover fare is 75 cents per ride, and children ages five and under ride free. For more information, go online to www. Smith will do a special radio simulcast throughout the event and provide up-to-the-minute traffic and weather information throughout the day. For more information on The Parade Company events, visit www.

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