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Detroit River Days is an event that takes place in Downtown Detroit. The festival usually starts mid-June and goes on for a week and ends with the annual Target fireworks. Admission to the Detroit River cost 3 dollars for regular admission. Children under 3 and seniors ages 65 and up are not required to pay admission.

History
The idea for River Days came from a discussion at a San Diego River Coalition meeting in 2002. That one meeting began an event thats full of different activities.

Events
Events that take place during the Detroit River Days include River Days Run which is a 5k run. Pooch-A-Palooza has activities for pets like dog fashion shows, pet portraits and pet massages and more.

Volunteer
In order to make Detroit River Days a succesful one hundrends of volunteers are needed. A variety of positions are available from greeting guests to crowd control. If you are a volunteer you will receive a River Days Festival Volunteer T-shirt, complimentary parking (with shuttle service to the festival), first priority for volunteer opportunities for the 2011 River Days, and for every shift you work, entry in the volunteer drawing for great prizes.

Fireworks
The Target Fireworks is free and everyone is welcome in celebration of Independence Day. There are many places where you can stand to watch the fireworks. This is great to have a late night picnic. You can have your blankets and snack to enjoy with the family.