Chene Park Detroit

I think what makes this place unique is that even though it's covered, it's still basically an open air facility. So on those warm nights, you can perhaps feel a breeze off the river.

The stage for the performers is also right in front of the river so you do get a great view as well.

One thing that does annoy me is that the seats are metal and are not cushioned. I can usually tolerate it because I can be focused on the show, but again, it can be annoying at times.

Outside the theatre, the actual park is really a great open space area with a shallow pond and a fountain as well as paths that go around the pond. You can also walk right up to the river and also get some great views

Also besides concerts and other entertainment, many high schools in the area have their graduations at the park so that tells you how nice of an area it is.

During the winter, there are no concerts that go on for obvious reasons (too cold) but there's no stopping you from still coming down and taking a quick stroll through the park. Just as Belle Isle has good views of the river, so does the park at Chene.

Chene Park is also not far from downtown and Campus Martius. It's also just minutes from the River Walk so that puts it in a great location.

Location:
2600 East Atwater
Detroit, MI, 48207 Return from Chene Park Detroit to Detroit River

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