If anything, Detroit’s downtown retail corridor is unique. Full of one-of-kind eclectic shops and restaurants and the kind of big name retailers we always hoped would come home to Detroit, our shopping district is infused with energy, newfound hope and enterprising entrepreneurs.  Now it’s time to celebrate and enjoy them.

On August 10 they’ll be throwing open their doors, mixing up a few cocktails and putting on a spread for customers to come in and enjoy as they shop the blocks of downtown Detroit during Bedrock’s popular annual “Evening on the Ave” event taking place from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Everyone is encouraged participate in the “Passport experience,” which provides shoppers access to special promotions and an opportunity to win awesome prizes. Pick up a Passport at any of the participating retail locations on August 10, collect stamps and turn in your passport at any one of the many “Evening on the Ave” host locations to be eligible for prizes.

Some of TheHUB’s favorite Small Shops retailers will be participating in evening festivities. Stop in House of Pure Vin and see what co-owner Regina Gaines recommends as today’s best pour.

Pop by The TEN Nail Bar and say to Kelli Coleman and Anika Jackson, who’ve been glamming-up  Griswold.

Nojo Kicks will be kickin’ too. They’ve got some pretty sweet discounts on the table for Shop the Avenue shoppers.

There are lots of other great shops and restaurants to visit.  Hit us back with your favorites. We love to tell the stories of Detroit’s small, independently-owned businesses.

The Qline will ferry riders to stores, restaurants and shops – (Qiine) rides and parking are free. Park in the Z-lot located at 1234 Library Street.

Editor’s note: This Small Shops event post is sponsored by Bank of America. To learn more about Bank of America’s many programs and resources for small business owners visit them at:  https://www.bankofamerica.com/smallbusiness/business-financing.go

Lead photo courtesy of Detroit is the New Black

SHOP THE AVENUE

Thursday, August 10, 2017

5 – 9PM

Free Parking in the Z – lot located at 1234 Library St

Free Qline rides

Participating retailer promotions include:

Detroit is the New Black
20% off the entire store
Complimentary wine

House of Pure Vin
Free wine tastings & 13% off all wine

The TEN
10% off services and retail
Discounts on future appointments
Complimentary Champagne

Bonobos
20% off the entire store
Complimentary Coffeehaus Cold Brew Coffee

Moosejaw
Free Patagonia Pint Glass with Patagonia Purchase (while supplies last)
Extra 20% off clearance
Complimentary “Moosecow Mules”

Red Rose
10% discount on any in-store purchase (Valid now through Sunday, 8/13)
Free single rose to anyone who comes in

Woodhouse Day Spa
Prepay $59 for 50 Minute Swedish Massage, Brazilian Wax, or Mani/Pedi
Service must be scheduled and rendered by September 1st
Complimentary “Spa”grias

Warby Parker
Vernors themed cocktails

Detroit water ice factory
20% off Water Ice

Under Armour
DJ and Giveaways all night

Nike
10% off entire in-store purchase

John Varvatos
Featured discounts & cocktails

Nojo Kicks
10% off Bape and supreme
50% off Nojo gear

Citizen Yoga
20% off leggings
10% off regularly priced packages

Vault of Midnight
10% off your entire purchase
Live t-shirt screen printing of an exclusive Vault design

Bird Bee
Gift with purchase
Drinks & appetizers

City Bark
Complimentary Dog & Human Ice Cream
Special Promotions

Detroit Bikes
Discount on select bikes & accessories

Suggested Dining Options:

Calexico

Cornerstone

Downtown Louie’s

Vicente’s

Townhouse

Central Kitchen + Bar

Standby

Punchbowl Social

La Lanterna

Go! Sy Thai

Dessert Oasis