Downtown Detroit businesses say they are ready for Grand Prix weekend

For the first time in more than three decades, the Detroit Grand Prix will be taking place on a street track in downtown Detroit. And on Friday, Comerica Bank is giving fans a chance to check it out for free! The annual tradition of "Free Prix Day" goes all the way back to the very first Detroit Grand Prix. Fans will be able to watch the on-track action on grandstands one and nine. Seating is on a first-come, first-serve basis, but access to the paddock is not included. Aside from all of the fun and excitement, the economic impact of this three-day motorsports event is expected to be just as significant. The University of Michigan's Sports Management Program and the Center for Sports Venues and Real Estate Development will be conducting a formal analysis. But, many local businesses are hoping for a financial boost from this event and one restaurant is already feeling it.