Enough About the Agenda . . . What About The Activities?
Is it time to have fun yet? Here's an overview of Tourism Academy's evening entertainment and networking opportunities.
After our action-packed days of education and inspiration, we'll be out on the town experiencing Detroit's food, nightlife, and sports scene! It's a chance to discover new favorite dishes, explore the city, and network with your peers. Here's an overview of all the evening entertainment planned for Tourism Academy 2024.
Monday's Networking Happy Hour
When: Monday, June 10, 2024 | 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Where: Union Assembly | 2131 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48201
Arriving early to Tourism Academy? Join the Tempest team and your destination marketing colleagues for a casual networking happy hour, ideal for catching up with Tourism Academy veterans and forging new connections with first-time attendees.
Grab lite bites and drinks at Union Assembly, conveniently located just a short walk from the hotel and adjacent to Eminem's famous restaurant, Mom's Spaghetti.
Reception & Detroit Baseball Experience at Comerica Park
When: Tuesday, June 11, 2024 | Pre-game Reception 5:00 p.m. - 6:40 p.m., Game to Follow
Where: Comerica Park | 2100 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48201
Step up to the plate and get ready to swing into the heart of Detroit's baseball spirit at Comerica Park! Enjoy a pre-game reception on the Party Deck, where the energy is as contagious as the excitement of the impending Tigers vs Nationals game. As part of Tourism Academy 2024, you're in for a home run experience — every attendee scores big with an included ticket to the game, offering prime views from sections 213-216.
Closing Party (with Lip Sync Battle) at Historic Saint Andrew's Hall
When: Wednesday, June 12, 2024 | 7:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Where: Saint Andrew's Hall | 431 E Congress St, Detroit, MI 48226
After grabbing dinner on your own earlier in the evening, end the conference with live music from the Tempest house band and rock the night away at Saint Andrew's Hall. The historic venue is located in the heart of Detroit's downtown (just a 15-minute walk or 5-minute car ride from the host hotel) and is notably one of the first stages on which Eminem performed. Saint Andrew's Hall's downstairs venue, The Shelter, was also prominently featured in the famous rap battle scene from 8 Mile.
Want to take the stage? Grab your colleagues and take center stage during our epic Lip Sync Battle!
Check back as the conference date approaches for more details
Show off your lip sync skills at Tourism Academy 2025!
