Baseball fans around the state are gearing up for the Tigers’ home opener against the St. Louis Cardninals on April 3. Celebrate Opening Day with these Detroit tailgates and parking lot festivities!
Opening Day Tailgate Party
This event, presented by Miller Lite in partnership with the Downtown Detroit Partnership, is back for its third year! This tailgate is just steps away from Comerica Park and will feature a beer tent, food trucks, ticket and swag giveaways, music spun by DJ Myint and DJ Chachi, and much more. Plenty of space to watch the game, too. No cost for admission. Grand Circus Park, 101-157 Witherell St., Detroit; downtowndetroit.org.
Grand Slam Festival
DJ Godfather and DJ Cue are among the 15 local DJs lined up to perform at this outdoor festival. Party in the heated tent or grab a snack at the food trucks before listening to the pre-game broadcast hosted by Woodward Sports. $35.83+. Detroit Opera House Outdoor Festival Grounds, 1526 Broadway St., Detroit; eventbrite.com.
Tigers Opening Day Tent Party 2026
Hosted at the Firebird Tavern, this parking lot party will feature music spun by DJ JunBugg, food trucks, and plenty of drinks from Budweiser, Bud Light, Michelob Ultra, Cutwater, Jack Daniel’s, Coca Cola, Nutrl, Woodford Reserve, and G4 Tequila. Ages 21+ only. $10-$25. Firebird Tavern, 419 Monroe St. Detroit; eventbrite.com.
Detroit Home Opener Festival
With full bars, beer tents, and food trucks, this is a party you won’t want to miss! This tailgate will feature live music and entertainment, heated tents, and ore. Proceeds from this event will be donated to Angels Share to provide hands on culinary training and education for at risk students in Detroit. $33.85+. Madison Ave. Festival Grounds, 440 Madison St. Detroit; eventbrite.com.
Opening Day Fest at Mix Bricktown/Sandbox
This event, beginning at 9 a.m., will feature a variety of Opening Day celebrations. Enjoy three parties for the price of one, six DJs, three hosts, food, games, drinks, and more. Blue tea, a beer & shot combo, and other celebratory drinks will be available. $28.52+. MIX Bricktown, 641 Beaubien St., Detroit; eventbrite.com.
Find even more things to do in Detroit and the surrounding area at hourdetroit.com. This post has been updated for 2026.
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