DETROIT (WXYZ) — The Horace E. Dodge Fountain was reactivated on Friday for the 2025 season.
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The City of Detroit’s Construction & Demolition Department announced that the fountain in Hart Plaza will now have an expanded operation schedule, running for 12 hours each day pending weather conditions.
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"This expanded schedule marks the first time the fountain will run continuously for 12 hours each day, allowing more time for residents and visitors to enjoy all season long," the release from the CCD stated.
Last year, the fountain underwent a $6.7 million restoration.
Here are the fountain’s operating hours:
Daily | 10a.m. – 10 p.m.
Operating hours are weather-dependent and may be adjusted for routine maintenance. Weekend schedules may shift based on special events or programming at Hart Plaza.
