DETROIT (WXYZ) — With the partial closure of Eastern Market ahead of the Detroit Lions game on Monday night, crowds are expected to grow downtown.
Eastern Market is partially closed after two men were killed after a shooting at a tailgating event inside of Eastern Market’s Shed 6. Eastern Market canceled the tailgate for Monday. However, there are other ways to celebrate like the VIP Tailgate that’s also held at Eastern Market.
“They’re going to find somewhere to be, maybe at home, but they’re going to find somewhere out here to party,” longtime Lion’s fan Tyrell Brown said.
While Brown has to work, Natalie Lambert, who lives near Ford Field, is considering whether she’ll join fans downtown.
“I think I’m excited for a weekday craziness,” Lambert said. “I think on the weekends, it can kinda catch you off guard. I think I’m anxious to see the action and livelihood. I …