Officials from the NFL and City of Detroit have revealed new plans and renderings for the highly anticipated 2024 NFL Draft set to take place in Downtown Detroit this April.
Details of the Event
John Barker, leading the NFL production team, presented the plans to the Detroit City Council. The draft will span various iconic locations including Cadillac Square, Campus Martius, Woodward Ave., and Hart Plaza.
Free Admission and Schedule
All three days of the NFL Draft will be open to the public free of charge. Gates will open at 12 p.m. on Thursday and Friday for Rounds 1-3, while Saturday will commence at 9 a.m. for Rounds 4-7.
Thursday, April 25 (Round 1):
- Gates Open: 12 p.m.
- Draft Experience: 12 p.m.
- Draft Pre-show: To Be Determined (TBD)
- Draft Theater: 8 p.m.
- Draft Close: 11 p.m.
Friday, April 25 (Rounds 2-3):
- Gates Open: 12 p.m.
- Draft Experience: 12 p.m.
- Draft Pre-show: TBD
- Draft Theater: 7 p.m.
- Draft Close: 11 p.m.
Saturday, April 27 (Rounds 4-7):
- Gates Open: 9 a.m.
- Draft Experience: 9 a.m.
- Draft Pre-show: TBD
- Draft Theater: 12 p.m.
- Draft Close: 7 p.m.
Construction and Road Closures
Preparations for the event will commence at the end of the month with load-in and theater structure build-up. Construction for other areas of the draft will start on April 8 and April 15. Woodward Ave. will be closed from April 22 as per the NFL’s announcement.
Utilization of Downtown Detroit
Apart from the main draft venue, additional events will be hosted across Downtown Detroit. Locations such as Capitol Park, Grand Circus Park, Beacon Park, among others, will offer viewing opportunities and various activities related to the NFL Draft.
In partnership with local media outlets, TLNA will provide extensive coverage of the event, ensuring football enthusiasts stay informed about every aspect of the 2024 NFL Draft in Detroit.
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