Royal Oak

Royal Oak is a city in Oakland County of the U.S. state of Michigan. It is a suburb of Detroit. As of the 2010 census, the city had a population of 57,236. It is the 8th-largest municipality in Oakland County and the 27th largest municipality in Michigan by population. The city has a total area of 11.79 square miles. Royal Oak’s downtown grew into an entertainment and nightlife destination. A number of large condominiums and lofts have recently been built in the area. Royal Oak has maintained the appeal of a small town, while affording many of the amenities of a large metropolis.

The city also has a Farmers Market located at the corner of 11 Mile Road and Troy Street, adjacent to the 44th District Court. Royal Oak has an eclectic mix of housing options ranging from apartments and condominiums, affordable single family homes, historic homes in the historical district, to large upscale luxury homes and condos. Royal Oak’s close proximity to multiple freeways including I-75, I-696, and M-1 makes it conveniently located.

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There are endless activities to do in Royal Oak. Royal Oak caters to theatergoers of both film and live productions. Film lovers can view films at the Main Art Theater. Patrons of live theater enjoy performances by Stagecrafters at the Baldwin Theater. Stagecrafters is a community theater group that produces 10 stage shows each year and shows silent films.

Various types of music concerts and other special attractions are held throughout the year at the Royal Oak Music Theater. If you enjoy outdoor music, Royal Oak hosts a series of free summer concerts on the library lawn. The concerts are held on Wednesday evenings from mid-June through early August.

The Detroit Zoo is located in Royal Oak. The Detroit Zoo has 125 acres of naturalistic habitats for 2,500 animals from aardvarks to zebras and features award-winning attractions such as the National Amphibian Conservation Center, Great Apes of Harambee and Arctic Ring of Life.

Collectively, Royal Oak and six other cities welcome over 1 million spectators to the area for the annual Woodward Dream Cruise. Held in August, the one-day event is the world’s largest classic car cruise, drawing cruisers and spectators from around the world to ogle autos of yesteryear. Participating communities provide optimal viewing, cruise-related activities and entertainment throughout the day.

The city is served by Royal Oak Neighborhood Schools. There is also a private high school, Shrine Catholic. A branch of Oakland Community College is located in the city.

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Downtown businesses have created a diverse, one-stop commercial district where customers find quality and personal service. Retail shops offer specialty items andmany restaurants feature outdoor patios that connect visitors to the heart of Royal Oak. Street furniture provides convenient resting places and vantage points to observe the flurry of activity.

The renaissance of Royal Oak unveiled the city’s charm. Visitors to Main, Washington and other downtown streets experience the city’s unique sense of place and identity, unlike cities without downtown districts. This sentiment can be shared by pedestrians ambling along the downtown streetscapes that feature brick paving, street furniture, tree and flower plantings. It can be felt among patrons of the theaters, upscale restaurants, coffeehouses and distinctive shops. Visitors to downtown Royal Oak enjoy the pedestrian-friendly atmosphere and social interaction.

Breweries

Bastone Brewery

Lily’s Seafood Grill & Brewery

Monk Beer Abbey

The Royal Oak Brewery

Clubs and Bars

BlackFinn Ameripub

Craft

Fifth Avenue

Goodnite Gracie

Gusoline Alley

Motor City Gas

Mr. B’s Pub

O’Tooles

Sabrage

The Rock on Third

Vinotecca

Woody’s Diner

Cocktail Lounges

Craft

Sabrage

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