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Campus Martius Park (/ ˈ m ɑːr ʃ ʌ s / MAR-shuss) is a re-established park in Downtown Detroit, Michigan. After the Great Fire of 1805, Campus Martius (from the Latin for Field of Mars, where Roman heroes walked) was the focal point of Judge Augustus Woodward's plans to rebuild the city.
Located in the heart of downtown, Campus Martius Park is Detroit’s official gathering place and award-winning signature public space. The 2.5-acre park is a year-round outdoor venue with gardens, performance stages, food trucks, and an ice rink in the winter.
Campus Martius Park is a city of Detroit treasure and a national and international destination. Recently, Campus Martius Park was named the No. 1 "Top Public Square" in the U.S. by USA Today and has won countless awards for public space design, management, operations, placemaking and programming.
Campus Martius Park is the first-ever winner of the prestigious, international Urban Land Institute Urban Open Space Award, Campus Martius Park delivers on its promise to be Detroit’s Gathering Place in the immediate downtown community and for the entire city and region.
Apr 18, 2024 · In the heart of Downtown Detroit and surrounded by glittering office buildings and retail developments is the beautiful Campus Martius Park. This public square was created in 2004 at the city’s point of origin, and it has quickly become known as Detroit’s Gathering Place.
Campus Martius Park. This public space in the heart of Detroit's downtown is the perfect spot to while away a sunny afternoon. A fountain dots the middle, surrounded by umbrella-shaded tables.
Welcoming to all, the first-ever winner of the Urban Land Institute Amanda Burden Urban Open Space Award, Campus Martius Park has delivered on its promise to be Detroit's Gathering Place for its immediate neighborhood and the entire city.
- 800 Woodward Ave Detroit, MI 48226
Kick off your weekend early at The Beach at Campus Martius Park, the No. 1 public square in the U.S., for our Country Roots Beach Party presented by Wana Brands and supported by Tito’s Homemade Vodka and Capital One Café.
The Beach at Campus Martius Park is a sun-soaked oasis that welcomes visitors May through October. This uniquely Detroit experience is a perfect place to build sandcastles with the kids, take in live music, people watch, and enjoy a frozen cocktail with friends.
Campus Martius is a popular public gathering place in the heart of Downtown Detroit. Ice rink by winter, green space and sandy beach by summer. Just steps away from surrounding office buildings, workers can lunch or take breaks in the sunshine, as bistro tables and umbrellas are provided.
