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Fox Theatre, Detroit, MI

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Fox Theatre

2211 Woodward Ave · Detroit, MI

Why you should go…

Opened in 1928 as the flagship of the Fox chain, this Woodward Avenue movie palace is now a National Historic Landmark hosting Broadway tours, concerts and comedy. Inside, you find Art Deco mixed with Burmese, Indian, Persian and Chinese motifs, a six-story lobby and a 13-foot glass chandelier. Its Wurlitzer organ is one of the few theatre organs still in its original installation, and the hall seats more than 5,000.

  • #historic theatre
  • #broadway shows
  • #concert venue
  • #movie palace
  • #performing arts

Good to know

General theatre & events guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Curtain time is firm

    Latecomers are commonly held at the back until a scene break, so build in a buffer.

  • Study the seating chart

    Price and sightline vary a lot within the same house. A few rows back can be the better seat.

  • Rush and lottery seats exist

    Many venues release same-day tickets at a discount if you are flexible about where you sit.

  • Arrive with time to spare

    Parking, bag check, and finding your row all take longer than you think on a full house.

What's around here?

The closest stops to Fox Theatre, ordered by straight-line distance.

  • Sightseeing
    Iconic

    Comerica Park

    Under $25

    Watch the Detroit Tigers at a downtown ballpark with giant tiger statues, a carousel and a baseball Ferris wheel.

    Steps awaySwitch it up: Sightseeing

  • Sightseeing
    History Buff

    MotorCities National Heritage Area

    Free

    Federally designated heritage region across southeast Michigan telling the story of the American automobile industry.

    0.6 mi awaySwitch it up: Sightseeing

  • Shopping
    Foodie Favorite

    Eastern Market

    Free

    Shop for local produce, flowers, meat and specialty foods in historic open-air sheds in Detroit's sprawling public market district.

    0.7 mi awaySwitch it up: Shopping

  • Sport & Outdoor
    Outdoor Adventure

    Detroit Riverwalk

    Free

    A riverside walking and biking path in downtown Detroit with parks, a carousel and views across the water to Canada.

    0.9 mi awaySwitch it up: Sport & Outdoor

  • Sightseeing
    Date Night

    Detroit Princess Riverboat

    $50+

    The Midwest's largest dinner riverboat cruises the Detroit River with live shows and skyline views.

    1.0 mi awaySwitch it up: Sightseeing

  • Museums
    History Buff

    Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History

    Under $25

    One of the world's largest and oldest independent museums dedicated to African American history and culture.

    1.5 mi awaySwitch it up: Museums