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17 bars to party at in Detroit for Opening Day

By Metro Times Staff

Opening Day is the first sign in Detroit that summer is quickly approaching. We gathered some of the best parties in Detroit where you can party hard and have a great time at.

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Anchor bar
This classic Detroit dive bar offers a shuttle to and from the game and cheap drinks.
Doors open at 9 a.m.; 450 Fort St W, Ste 100, Detroit; 313-964-9127; no cover.
Photo via Facebook.

Bookies Bar N' Grille
Located a stone's throw from Comerica Park, this sports bar will feature an indoor and outdoor party (don't forget about their rooftop patio), plus a full bar, tons of TVs, and entertainment.
Doors open at 7 a.m.; 2208 Cass Ave., Detroit; 313-962-0319; bookiesbar.com; cover at the door.
Photo via Facebook.

Bouzouki
Specials include $25 beer buckets and $5 Bouzoki bombs.
Doors open at 10 a.m.; 432 E. Lafayette St., Detroit; 313-964-5744; cover at the door.
Photo via Facebook.

Briggs Detroit
The friendly sports bar might not be located in the heart of Foxtown, but you might find the crowds more enjoyable in this low-key pub.
Bar opens at 11 a.m.; 519 E. Jefferson Ave., Detroit; 313-656-4820; briggsdetroit.com; cover at the door.
Photo via Facebook.

Cadillac Cafe at the Detroit Opera House
WJR radio personalities Paul W. Smith, Frank Beckmann, and Guy Gordon will broadcast live from Cadillac Cafe located inside the Detroit Opera House.
Starts at 6 a.m.; 1526 Broadway, Detroit; 313-961-3500.
Photo via michiganopera.com

Cornerstone/Whiskey Disco
The party starts early at this downtown bar and adjacent dance club. There will be live music by two DJs.
Doors open at 9 a.m.; 1456 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 313-338-3238; cornerstonedetroit.com; no cover.
Photo via Facebook.

Detroit Home Opener Festival
Featuring DJs, live bands, and a hot dog eating contest, this enormous opening day party takes place just a block from Comerica Park.
Doors open at 9 a.m.; 440 Madison Ave., Detroit; 855-536-5433; detroithomeopener.com; tickets are $20; 21 and older only.
Photo via Facebook.

The Elwood Bar & Grill
The perfect party for those sans tickets, but still dying to be close to the action. The bar is located just across the street from Comerica Park.
Starts at 10 a.m.; 300 E. Adams Ave., Detroit; 313-962-2337; wcsx.com; cover at the door.
Photo via Facebook.

Fillmore
The Riff will broadcast live from the Fillmore all day, starting with morning show Dave & Chuck the Freak, Anne Carlini at 11 a.m., and the Meltdown at 3 p.m.
Doors open at 7 a.m.; 2115 Woodward Ave., Detroit; wrif.com/events; admission is free. Photo via Facebook.