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Detroit Grand Prix Is Back on Belle Isle In June
Race fans, it’s that time again. Belle Isle is coming alive again with the Detroit Grand Prix race. Now with outdoor mask restrictions ending June 1, the Grand Prix can host a fuller house allowing thousands more than would have been allowed during restricted crowd compacity. They were planning this event way before restrictions were rescinded, but now they don’t have to hold it at 20% capacity. The additional grandstand seating went on sale today and is only available for online purchase.
“Our top priority has always been to provide a safe and fun experience on Belle Isle for our fans,” Michael Montri President of the Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix said. “As we followed the protocols that were in place throughout our planning, and with the build out for the Grand Prix entering its final stages, many of the fan activities and attractions that were featured at our event in the past like live music will not be included in 2
2021 Detroit Grand Prix to host additional fans following shift in state guidelines
Outdoor capacity limits to be lifted in Michigan on June 1
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Drivers pull out of the pit for their warm-up laps at the IndyCar Detroit Grand Prix auto race on Belle Isle in Detroit on June 4, 2017. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio, File)
DETROIT – The Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix presented by Lear is returning to Belle Isle this summer and will be hosting more fans than expected, following Michigan’s recently updated COVID guidelines.
“We are so excited that we will be able to welcome more fans back to Belle Isle to experience the Grand Prix June 11-13 with the restrictions on outdoor venues being lifted in the state of Michigan,” said Michael Montri, President of the Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix presented by Lear. “With vaccinations continuing and positivity rates improving across the state, this is another strong indication that we are moving in a positive direction in Michigan.”
April 25, 2021 GMT
DETROIT (AP) An academy for life skill development for youth through interest in motorsports is expanding into the Detroit area and has scheduled its inaugural program June 5-6 on the city’s Belle Isle.
NXG Youth Motorsports is to hold classroom and on-track activities in the paddock area of the Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix presented by Lear.
NXG (Nexgeneracers) and its programs feature science, technology, engineering and math. They create opportunities and experiences for youth through motorsports and focuses on minority students from underrepresented communities.
It is an official partner with INDYCAR and Penske Entertainment through its Race for Equality and Change initiative in 2020.