SOIRÉE On the greenway, presented by citizens
Friday, October 4, 6PM-9PM | Dequindre Cut Freight Yard
Experience the Dequindre Cut transformed into a mysterious night circus with entertainment and food in every corner, including:
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Try delicious food and refreshments from a lineup of the Harvest Fest top food trucks
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Take the stage and sing your favorite songs with Detroit’s talented Karaoke Kings
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Enjoy a thrilling fire performance from Detroit’s Flames 'N Dames
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Look into your future with readings from Royal Oak Psychic
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Take a pedicab ride up and down the Cut
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Enjoy classic mini carnival rides the Ballistic Swings and Mechanical Swinging Pirate Ship
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Try your hand at old-style carnival games at the Cirque de Freight Yard Arcade, sponsored by the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation, and win exclusive Riverfront merch
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Grab a one-of-a-kind custom mask created by a local artist (provided to the first 25 guests to arrive)
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Enjoy the unveiling of a new mural on the Cut
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AND MORE!
TICKETING
To cut back on wait times, guests will be mailed their wristbands within two weeks of the event to the address provided when purchasing your ticket(s) or sponsorship. If you purchased your ticket(s) after 9/20, your wristbands will be under your name at Will Call. If you would like to make alternate arrangements for your wristbands, please contact us at events@detroitriverfront.org.
PARKING
Guests arriving by car can park in the large lot off of Wilkins St between Orleans St & Riopelle St in Eastern Market.
For guests biking to Soirée, complimentary bike valet will be provided by Wheelhouse Detroit
LOCATION
Soirée is located at the Freight Yard on the Dequindre Cut between Wilkins and Division street with the closest entrance located at Wilkins Street.
ATTIRE
Dress for the evening is Festive Attire; come masked and dressed to impress! You can join us in fall cocktail attire with a simple mask or fully embrace the theme of the evening with a festive suit, cloak, and ornate mask. Early arrivals will receive hand-made masks designed by local artists. Covered seating will be available, but be prepared for an evening outdoors. We encourage our guests to wear layers if the evening calls for chilly weather and flat shoes since the event will be partially on grass and gravel.
Every year our Soirée attendees outdo themselves with ornate costumes and masquerade masks, fully embracing the excitement and pageantry of the evening, and this year we will be celebrating the creativity of our best-dressed guests with a costume contest. Attendees interested in participating can enter the contest at the event, with a chance to win a prize of $100 plus a weekend stay at Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort.
HEALTH & SAFETY PROTOCOL
The health and safety of our guests, volunteers, and staff is our top priority. Please stay home if you are feeling sick or have been exposed to someone with COVID-19. Guests are encouraged to wash or sanitize their hands frequently and to respect the comfort levels of those around them while at the event.
FAQ
What is included with my ticket?
MAIN EVENT TICKET | $75
Includes entry for 1 guest, 3 meal vouchers, 3 drink vouchers, live musical entertainment, fall activities, and more!
SOIRÉE VIP PACKAGE | $500 | 4 GUESTS
Includes 4 VIP tickets, unlimited access to food trucks & refreshments, and souvenir masquerade masks!
Is Soirée a family-friendly event?
Soirée is a 21+ event, so it is not one of our family-friendly events on the Riverfront. However, Harvest Fest, on the same weekend, October 5th and 6th, is certainly family friendly! If you are hoping to bring your children along to one of our upcoming fundraisers, be on the lookout for information on our summer fundraiser Shimmer on the River.
What is the fundraiser in support of?
Soirée on the Greenway raises essential funds to support the ongoing maintenance and operations that keep the Detroit Riverfront a safe, clean, and beautiful oasis for all citizens of Detroit.
Questions? Contact us at events@detroitriverfront.org.