Royal Oak Small Business Tour: West Downtown
City Institute public tours leads a free walking tour on Saturday, October 24, at 1 p.m., starting at Five15 in Royal Oak. Explore the west side’s small businesses with local bites along the way; registration secures your spot.
This two-hour, roughly two-mile walk highlights the west side of Main Street—small businesses, local favorites, and one-of-a-kind shops—plus the people who shape Downtown Royal Oak. Expect small tastes from local food and beverage spots along the route.
Meet at Five15 (Royal Oak). Tours run rain or shine and are only canceled for severe weather. Registered participants are guaranteed a spot. Accessibility accommodations are available with advance notice. Parking: one block away at the Lafayette South Garage (514 S Lafayette Ave). The first 2 hours are free, then $0.75/hour; pay by card or cash at ground-floor stations or at exit.
Meet at Five15 (Royal Oak). Tours run rain or shine and are only canceled for severe weather. Registered participants are guaranteed a spot. Accessibility accommodations are available with advance notice. Parking: one block away at the Lafayette South Garage (514 S Lafayette Ave). The first 2 hours are free, then $0.75/hour; pay by card or cash at ground-floor stations or at exit.
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