Detroit, Michigan – On Saturday, July 26, City Clerk Janice M. Winfrey will kick off early voting with a full-day block party. The streets of Detroit will be filled with music, food, and civic pride. The Block Party for Democracy will take place from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 2978 W. Grand Blvd., between Second and Third, and its goal is to make voting fun for everyone in the city.
The block celebration is happening at the same time as the official launch of Detroit’s Early Vote Centers, which will be open before the August Primary Election. Winfrey hopes that the lively event will not only get people in the community excited, but also make voting easier for people who have to balance job, family, and other responsibilities.
“We’re excited about this block party and the launch of our Early Vote Centers,” Winfrey said. “It’s an opportunity to celebrate civic pride, enjoy the vibrant spirit of summer in Detroit, and most importantly — ensure voters knows their voice matters when it comes to shaping the leadership and future of our city.”
The Michigan Humane Society will bring animal friends searching for homes, and there will be DJs playing all day, food trucks with local favorites, community vendors, and a fun, family-friendly atmosphere. There will be a lot of fun things for kids and families to do, and adults can learn about early voting and talk to people about the election process.
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The event is meant to make voting feel like a proud moment for everyone, not just a chore. The City Clerk’s Office wants to get more people involved by combining civic duty with summer fun. They also want to make sure that every Detroiter knows they have options when it comes to voting.
Early voting gives people additional options since they can vote when it works for them instead than waiting in enormous lines on Election Day. The city is making sure that everyone gets an opportunity to be heard, whether they vote in person early, by mail, or on the day of the election.
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You can find out more about early voting locations, hours, and ballots at detroitmi.gov/elections. But first, people in Detroit should come out on July 26, enjoy the sun, dance in the streets, and celebrate the power of the vote in their own way.