The Big House comes alive again on Saturday, April 18, 2026 — and this one feels different. It's the first public look at Michigan football under new head coach Kyle Whittingham.
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Venue: Michigan Stadium, Ann Arbor, MI
Admission: Free — no tickets required
Getting There:
From Detroit, take I-94 West to Ann Arbor-Saline Road (Exit 175). Parking options include Pioneer High School ($30), University lots (free, fill fast), and city parking structures. The AAATA FootballRide shuttle runs every 20 minutes from downtown.
Where to Eat:
Zingerman's Deli, Frita Batidos, Jolly Pumpkin, Big City Small World Bakery, Speido, and the Kerrytown Farmers Market are all must-visits.
Where to Stay:
Stadium Suites offers 11 private townhomes within walking distance of Michigan Stadium. Private bedrooms, ensuite baths, shared kitchen, self check-in. Book at www.stadiumsuitesmi.com.
For our Detroit properties, check out greatstays.co — we have 36 rentals across five neighborhoods, all just 45 minutes from Ann Arbor.
Tips: No bags in the stadium, cashless concessions, limited cell service — download tickets in advance. Arrive by noon.
Go Blue.