Start with breakfast at Best Western Greenfield Inn in Allen Park around 8:00 AM, then leave by 9:00 for Windsor. Take I-94 east toward downtown Detroit and use the Detroit–Windsor Tunnel; allow roughly 35–50 minutes to reach the tunnel from the hotel, plus border processing. Both of you should carry valid passports or other approved entry documents, and check current Canadian entry requirements before leaving. Once across, follow signs for Caesars Windsor and use the casino’s parking garage; keep your parking location handy, since the complex is large.
Spend two to three hours at Caesars Windsor Casino, where you’ll find slots, table games, poker, restaurants, and a convenient indoor connection to the concert venue. Set a gambling budget before you start—Canadian dollars are useful, though cards are widely accepted—and remember that casino and alcohol policies differ from those in Michigan. If you want a break from the gaming floor, step outside toward the waterfront for views back across the Detroit River.
Have an early dinner at Spago Caesars Windsor around 5:00 PM. It is the easiest upscale choice for a concert night because it is inside the casino complex; expect entrées in the neighborhood of CA$35–$70 per person, before drinks and gratuity. After dinner, walk the Windsor Riverfront Trail for 30–45 minutes, heading west or east along the river for skyline views and fresh air. Return to The Colosseum at Caesars Windsor well before the time printed on your tickets—allow at least 45 minutes for security, finding your seats, and the pre-show rush for John Fogerty. Afterward, return through the Detroit–Windsor Tunnel rather than driving around to the bridge, but check live border wait times before leaving; late-night crossings can still take 30–60 minutes including customs. Keep passports accessible and avoid bringing casino winnings or purchases loose in the car—have receipts available if asked.
Start at Eastern Market around 9:00 AM, when the district is lively but not yet at its busiest. Browse the historic sheds, murals, produce stands, and prepared-food vendors, and grab coffee or a casual breakfast on site. The Saturday market is the main event, typically running into the afternoon, and street parking can fill quickly—use a paid lot on the market’s perimeter if you want an easy exit. From there, drive or take a short rideshare to the Detroit Institute of Arts in Midtown; allow about 15 minutes by car, and plan roughly two hours for the Rivera Court, Diego Rivera’s famous Detroit Industry murals, and the museum’s American and European galleries. General admission is commonly around $20–$25 for non-Michigan residents, though hours and pricing should be checked when booking.
Walk or rideshare a few minutes through Midtown to Selden Standard for lunch around 12:30 PM. Its seasonal, wood-fired small plates are ideal for sharing, with lunch generally running about $35–$60 per person before drinks and gratuity; reservations are wise, especially on a Friday. After lunch, take a rideshare north to the Motown Museum in New Center—roughly 10–15 minutes depending on traffic—and allow about 90 minutes for the guided visit through the preserved Hitsville U.S.A. house. Timed admission is essential, and tours often sell out, so reserve ahead. Afterward, return downtown by rideshare, or drive and use a garage rather than searching for curb parking.
Spend the evening at Hollywood Casino at Greektown, a convenient choice for slots, poker, and table games in the heart of downtown. Two to three hours is plenty for a relaxed visit; bring government-issued photo ID, and set a spending limit before you begin. Greektown is walkable from nearby downtown attractions, but a rideshare from the museum is simplest. If you want a break from the gaming floor, step outside for a short walk along Monroe Street and the surrounding historic district before returning to the casino.