THE TARGET FIREWORKS TO LIGHT UP THE DETROIT SKYLINE ON WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24 AT 10:06 P.M.
Tickets Available to The Parade Company’s Hottest Fundraiser featuring Iron Chef Michael Symon
DETROIT (21 May 2009) – This summer Detroiters and visitors can take part in one of Detroit’s favorite traditions – the 51st Annual Target Fireworks. The Target Fireworks, choreographed by Zambelli Fireworks Internationale, will showcase more than 10,000 pyrotechnic effects that can be viewed for miles along the Detroit International Riverfront. The Target Fireworks will start at 10:06 p.m. on Wednesday, June 24, 2009.
“We are indebted to Target for making such a cherished Detroit event possible,” said Tony Michaels, President and CEO, The Parade Company. “It is a tradition that brings families and communities together. We are home to one of the most incredible fireworks displays in the nation and this celebration is made possible with the support and generosity of our sponsors and community partners.”
The Official VIP Rooftop Party
The Parade Company’s Official VIP Rooftop Party, which offers the best seats in the city to view the fireworks, takes place on Wednesday, June 24 from 6– 11 p.m. atop the Miller Parking Garage. Benefit tickets are $175 and Children tickets (six and under) are $75. Enjoy entertainment, food, games and activities for children and fun for all including:
- A meet and greet by Iron Chef Michael Symon, chef and partner of ROAST, one of Detroit’s most notable restaurants
- City Living – an area of the Rooftop Party dedicated to all wonderful things that take place in downtown Detroit, including a visit by Detroit Lions mascot, Roary
- The Starry Night Lounge featuring the crowd favorite Dueling Piano bar
- The Great Outdoors – everything we love about summer in Michigan, from campfires and s’mores to backyard games and make-and-take crafts
- Music and dancing to the hits of yesterday and today!
- T-shirt coloring compliments of Zambelli Fireworks Internationale
The Official VIP Rooftop Party is a major fundraiser for the Michigan Thanksgiving Parade Foundation, which governs The Parade Company, and helps make community events like the Target Fireworks and America's Thanksgiving Parade® possible. To purchase tickets, call The Parade Company at 313.432.7831.
The Official VIP Rooftop Party is sponsored by Target and co-sponsored by Charter One Bank and the Michigan Lottery. Official media partners include WDIV-TV, News/Talk 760 WJR and HOUR Detroit Magazine.
The Target Fireworks can be viewed on WDIV-Local 4’s live broadcast beginning at 9 p.m.andNews/Talk 760 WJR will do a special radio simulcast throughout the event and provide up to the minute traffic and weather information throughout the day. For more information on The Parade Company events, visit www.theparade.org.
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