Bedrock, a full service real estate firm in downtown Detroit owned by Dan Gilbert, founder and chairman of Rocket Cos., has announced the return of the Monroe Street Midway for the 2023 Summer season.
The downtown destination, located on the Monroe Block just east of Campus Martius Park, will offer a range of family-friendly experiences, including roller skating, mini golf, basketball, LED swings and seesaws, and select food and beverage concessions.
The Midway opens on May 18 and will operate Thursday through Sunday, weather permitting, through Labor Day weekend.
“The Monroe Street Midway provides Detroiters of all ages with accessible and ‘uniquely Detroit’ entertainment options, while spotlighting local entrepreneurs and Detroit artists,” says Ivy Greaner, COO of Bedrock.
“The Midway has welcomed more than 240,000 guests and helped generate substantial support for local businesses. It continues to surpass our expectations and has become a special place to create long-lasting memories.”
The Monroe Street Midway will include:
- Rollout Detroit: Operated in collaboration with RollerCade, Detroit’s oldest continuously open, black-owned roller rink. Guests can book their tickets in advance at RolloutDet.com.
- Rocket Mortgage Sports Zone: Two half-court basketball courts and one full-court, multi-use sports area for basketball and pickleball are free to the public on a first-come, first-serve basis, made possible by the Rocket Community Fund.
- Playground-Style Activations: New this year, the Midway will have a series of LED swings and seesaws for everyone to enjoy.
- Mini Golf: Play putt-putt on an enhanced 9-hole mini golf course. Mini golf is free to the public on a first-come, first-serve basis.
- Original Artwork: See artwork featured throughout the Midway by Detroit artists, including Sheefy McFly, Olivia Guterson, Tony Whlgn, India Solomon, David Rubello, and Marlo Broughton.
- Live Programming and Events: Fitness Fridays, Silent Disco Saturdays, Dino Sundays, as well as musical performances by local DJs and more.
- Food and Beverage: A variety of treats from concession stands are available.
Entry is free into the Midway, the Rocket Mortgage Sports Zone, for mini golf, and playground activities. Roller skating is $13/person, including skate rental.
For the up-to-date hours of operation, FAQs, schedules and additional information regarding rules and regulations, visit DeckedOutDetroit.com.
Since its founding in 2011, Bedrock and its affiliates have invested and committed more than $5.6 billion to acquiring and developing more than 100 properties in Detroit and Cleveland, including the Hudson’s Site, the Book Tower restoration, and City Modern in Detroit.
Bedrock’s portfolio totals more than 19 million square feet of office, retail, and residential space within new construction and adaptive reuse projects.
For more information on Bedrock’s projects, visit bedrockdetroit.com.
