Know Before You Go: Detroit Braces for Final Road Closures Ahead of 2024 NFL Draft

The City of Detroit has released detailed plans for the final phases of road closures in preparation for the 2024 NFL Draft. This year’s closures, starting on Wednesday, April 24th at 12:01 AM, are integral to facilitating a range of Draft-related activities, including the much-anticipated NFL Red Carpet event and Downtown Detroit Partnership’s Draft Day festivities. Residents, workers, and visitors should note that the Ford Underground garage will be inaccessible from Tuesday, April 23rd, affecting daily commutes and downtown access. The city emphasizes that while several roads will be closed, all sidewalks remain open, and access to businesses within the downtown area is unaffected. Supporting local businesses during the Draft period is highly encouraged. Phase 5, which commences at midnight on April 24th, includes major closures such as Montcalm Street from Park Avenue to Woodward Avenue and Woodward itself from the Fisher Service Drive to Larned Street, among others. These restrictions are expected to last until Sunday, April 28th at 6 AM. A comprehensive list of closures can be found on the city’s official Draft website. In addition to road closures, extensive parking restrictions will be enforced. Starting concurrently with the road closures, no on-street parking will be allowed in...