Ann Arbor Party Bus & Charter Bus Rentals
Fill out one quick form and compare vehicles and rates from a network of bus companies serving Ann Arbor in seconds! Whether you need an Ann Arbor party bus rental for a Wolverines game at the Big House, a bachelorette crawl through the Main Street bar district, or a group transfer to Detroit Metro Airport, Lansingpartybuscompany.com connects you to minibuses, party buses, Sprinter vans, and charter buses with quotes in under 30 seconds. Call 517-481-6450 to get started!
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What does that actually mean for you? It means that whether your group needs a 14-passenger Sprinter limo for a bridal party pickup, a 20-passenger party bus for a South University bar crawl, or a 56-passenger charter bus for a large corporate group heading out of DTW, you're comparing real options with real pricing in one place — not waiting on callbacks from five different vendors.
Call 517-481-6450 any time you want to talk through vehicle options, put together a custom package, or check availability for a specific date. And because demand in Ann Arbor spikes hard around Michigan football Saturdays and the Ann Arbor Art Fair week in July, getting your quote early pays off in both price and selection. Use the online tool or call 517-481-6450 — quotes come back in under 30 seconds either way.
Find the Right Bus in Ann Arbor
Through a network of bus companies serving your area, you can compare 14-passenger Sprinter limos, Sprinter vans, 15–35 passenger minibuses, 15–50 passenger party buses, and 40–56 passenger charter buses — all with all-inclusive quotes through one simple form. Browse the full selection of bus types or call 517-481-6450 for a free quote!
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What's On Board Ann Arbor Buses
Not every Ann Arbor group trip calls for the same vehicle — and the network has options across the board. Party buses in the 15–50 passenger range typically come with a full-length bar, color-changing LED lighting, a sound system with Bluetooth, flat-panel TVs, and wraparound perimeter seating. Sprinter limos and executive Sprinter vans are a strong fit for smaller groups, with leather seating, individual reading lights, USB charging, and tinted windows.
Full-size charter buses generally include reclining seats, climate control, WiFi, power outlets, overhead storage, onboard restrooms, and undercarriage luggage bays — a major upgrade for game-day groups hauling gear. Amenities vary by vehicle and provider, but comparing options side by side through Lansingpartybuscompany.com makes it easy to match the right bus to the right occasion.
Air-conditioning
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AUX / Bluetooth Sound System
LED and Fiber Optic Lighting
Built-in Bar Areas With LED Lighting and Cup Holders
TVs and Entertainment Systems
Amenities listed above are just common types of features available on party buses. Exact vehicle features vary by provider and availability. After you submit your quote request, you will see a results page to browse your available options. To confirm the exact amenities included on a specific bus, simply call 517-481-6450.
Ann Arbor Party Bus Pricing
With quotes back in under 30 seconds and multiple bus suppliers in the network, Lansingpartybuscompany.com is the fastest way to compare Ann Arbor bus rental rates and find what fits your budget. To give you an idea of pricing: 14-passenger Sprinter limos run $150–$300/hour; 15–20 passenger party buses run $175–$340/hour; 20–30 passenger party buses run $210–$385/hour; 35–50 passenger party buses and minibuses run $260–$440/hour; and 40–56 passenger charter buses run $130–$250/hour or $1,100–$2,200/day.
Pricing shifts based on your itinerary, the date, and the vehicle. Michigan football Saturdays and the Ann Arbor Art Fair week (late July) are the two periods where demand peaks most aggressively and rates climb. Check the party bus prices page to learn more, or call 517-481-6450 any time for a free, all-inclusive price quote on your specific date and group size.
| Type of Bus | Cost Per Hour Weekdays | Cost Per Hour Weekends | Cost Per Day |
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| 14 Passenger Sprinter Limo | $170 – $318+ | $219 – $344+ | $1,526 – $3,113+ |
| Sprinter Van Rental | $187 – $273+ | $218 – $366+ | $1,395 – $2,748+ |
| 15 Passenger Party Bus | $204 – $330+ | $241 – $340+ | $1,396 – $2,817+ |
| 18 Passenger Party Bus | $266 – $330+ | $268 – $378+ | $2,121 – $2,563+ |
| 20 Passenger Party Bus | $244 – $338+ | $268 – $340+ | $1,939 – $2,796+ |
| 25 Passenger Party Bus | $248 – $326+ | $265 – $360+ | $1,827 – $2,854+ |
| 28 Passenger Party Bus | $255 – $337+ | $279 – $351+ | $2,147 – $2,653+ |
| 30 Passenger Party Bus | $297 – $374+ | $318 – $414+ | $2,331 – $3,021+ |
| 40 Passenger Party Bus | $297 – $338+ | $321 – $478+ | $2,297 – $3,473+ |
| 50 Passenger Party Bus | $294 – $441+ | $337 – $490+ | $2,173 – $4,043+ |
| 15–35 Passenger Minibus | $113 – $246+ | $147 – $261+ | $1,098 – $2,105+ |
| 40–56 Passenger Charter Bus | $158 – $327+ | $162 – $348+ | $1,331 – $2,841+ |
| ABOVE PRICES ARE JUST EXAMPLES. These figures are not current market data, exact quotes, or guaranteed ranges. Your final price and vehicle options depend entirely on your specific trip details. To get an exact price for your trip, request an estimate online or call 517-481-6450. | |||
Your Shortcut to the Right Ann Arbor Party Bus
Finding group transportation in Ann Arbor doesn't have to mean an afternoon of phone tag. Lansingpartybuscompany.com gives you quick access to quotes from a network of bus companies serving Ann Arbor and all of Washtenaw County, so you can compare vehicles, amenities, and prices in one place without tracking down five separate vendors.
Ann Arbor is one of the trickier cities in Michigan to drive a group through — Michigan Stadium game-day traffic on Main Street and Stadium Boulevard backs up hours before kickoff, downtown parking fills fast on summer weekends, and South University Avenue is genuinely impassable on Friday nights during the school year. A bus sidesteps all of that. Your group rides together, the vehicle handles the route, and nobody in your party has to figure out where to park near the Diag.
Through Lansingpartybuscompany.com, you get pricing in under 30 seconds, custom packages including one-way transfers, round-trips, and multi-stop itineraries, and phone support reachable at 517-481-6450. Whether you need one bus or several for a large campus event, this website connects you to the right vehicle at the right price. Call 517-481-6450 or use the online quote tool to check availability right now!
Group Transportation Services in Ann Arbor
Lansingpartybuscompany.com makes it easy to find and compare group transportation for every occasion across Ann Arbor and greater Washtenaw County! From airport transfers and wedding shuttles to bachelorette parties, prom, sporting events, concerts, corporate shuttles, and school field trips — whatever brings your group together in Ann Arbor, there's a bus in the network ready for it. Call 517-481-6450 to get your group moving today!

Ann Arbor Airport Shuttles & Transportation
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) sits about 27 miles east of Ann Arbor on I-94 — a straightforward shot that can turn into a 50-minute crawl during rush hour or on Michigan football Saturday mornings when the same highway is flooded with inbound fans. Getting a large group through DTW on your own means splitting into rideshares, dealing with surge pricing, and hoping everyone lands at the same terminal pickup zone. Detroit Metro (DTW) operates two main terminals — the McNamara Terminal and the North Terminal — and each has separate commercial ground-transportation pickup zones on the lower Arrivals level.
Have your group gather all bags and assemble at the correct Arrivals exit ahead of your scheduled pickup time, since commercial vehicles cannot idle curbside for extended waits. A full-size charter bus with undercarriage luggage bays is the right fit for large groups with checked bags and equipment — no dividing the party between three rideshares across two different terminal exits. Call 517-481-6450 to set up your Ann Arbor to DTW airport shuttle today!

Ann Arbor Bachelor & Bachelorette Transportation
Ann Arbor's bar district is one of the best in Michigan — and it's also one of the most aggravating places in the state to park on a weekend night. The South University corridor between Forest and East University fills with students and out-of-town visitors on Friday and Saturday, metered spots on Main Street turn over every two hours with enforcement running late, and the parking structures in the downtown core fill well before midnight during busy weekends.
A 15–50 passenger bachelorette party bus in Ann Arbor changes the entire equation. Start the evening at The Ark for a pre-show cocktail hour, move the crew through the Main Street strip to Jolly Pumpkin (311 S Main St) and Wolverine State Brewing (2019 W Stadium Blvd, Ann Arbor, MI 48103), then finish late at one of the South U bars without anyone worrying about who's navigating the drive home. The party bus comes with a full-length bar, color-changing LED lighting, Bluetooth sound, and flat-panel TVs — so the celebration runs on your schedule, not the rideshare surge clock.
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Ann Arbor Birthday, Sweet 16, & Quinceañera Party Bus Rentals
A party bus arrival is one of the most memorable ways to open any milestone celebration, and Ann Arbor has no shortage of venues ready to host the rest of the night. Birthday party buses seating 15 to 50 are a great fit for this kind of event — you can even request specific vehicle colors to match your party theme. Whether the group is heading to a private dinner on Main Street, a hall rental in the Kerrytown district, or a celebration at a venue in Ypsilanti, the bus handles pickup and drop-off across Ann Arbor and the surrounding area.
For adult milestone birthdays, the Ann Arbor bar and restaurant scene gives you genuine options: rooftop cocktails at The Circ Bar, a seated dinner at Pacific Rim (114 W Liberty St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104), or a late night on South University. Instead of asking your guests to find parking downtown and meet you at the door, a party bus from the network picks everyone up from a single location and keeps the whole group together from the first stop to the last. Use the online quote tool to check availability in seconds!

Ann Arbor Concert Transportation & Shuttles
Ann Arbor's live music calendar runs year-round, and the parking situation at its major venues ranges from tight to completely impractical for a group arriving in separate cars. The Ark (316 S Main St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104) is one of the most beloved listening rooms in the Midwest — an intimate 400-seat folk and roots venue where the nearest parking structure is a three-block walk, and street parking on Main Street evaporates by show time. An Ann Arbor concert bus rental drops your group steps from the entrance and picks everyone up when the show ends, no parking scramble required.
For larger productions, Hill Auditorium (825 N University Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48109) on the U of M campus seats over 3,500 and hosts University Musical Society performances along with major touring acts — but University parking near the auditorium is permit-only on evenings with events, and the nearby structures fill before show time on peak nights. Michigan Theater (603 E Liberty St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104) is another high-demand destination on weekends. A party bus with a full-length bar, Bluetooth sound, and LED lighting makes the ride to any of these venues its own part of the night.
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Ann Arbor Corporate Event Transportation
Ann Arbor's corporate base is anchored by the University of Michigan, Michigan Medicine, and a growing cluster of life sciences and tech firms along Plymouth Road and in the North Campus Research Complex. Shuttling a team between downtown Ann Arbor hotels, U of M's Central Campus, and the medical center on Fuller Road means navigating the same streets that get completely locked up on game weekends and during Art Fair — and that's without counting the limited and expensive downtown parking structures managed by Ann Arbor's Downtown Development Authority.
A corporate shuttle bus handles the route and drops your group at the door — whether that's the Michigan League (911 N University Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48109) for a conference event, a team building session at a downtown venue, or a recurring employee shuttle between the medical campus and off-site offices in Ypsilanti. For executive transfers, a Sprinter van provides a clean, quiet ride with individual seating and charging at every position. Call 517-481-6450 to discuss Ann Arbor corporate shuttle packages and rates!

Ann Arbor Private Event Transportation Services
Organizing a large group outing in Ann Arbor? A private charter bus, party bus, or minibus rental keeps your entire itinerary flowing without the chaos of a multi-car caravan through a college town with unpredictable parking and traffic.
The Ann Arbor Art Fair, held across four days in late July, draws over 500,000 attendees to more than 30 city blocks of downtown. Streets around Liberty, Main, State, and Division close to vehicle traffic entirely during Art Fair weekend, metered parking disappears, and the parking structures run at capacity from opening to close. A private charter bus drops your group at the nearest available perimeter point and picks everyone up at a pre-set time — no circling, no meter anxiety, no dividing the party to fit different parking garages.
Art Fair weekend buses book out weeks in advance, so get started the moment your group is confirmed. For family reunions or group outings to the Matthaei Botanical Gardens (1800 N Dixboro Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48105), a bus keeps everyone together and handles the drive out of downtown with ease. Call 517-481-6450 to get started!

Ann Arbor Homecoming & Prom Party Bus Rentals
Prom season in Washtenaw County runs from late April through mid-May, and every high school — Pioneer, Huron, Skyline, and the surrounding district schools — holds their events within the same compressed window. Demand for 20–40 passenger party buses peaks hard across this stretch, and the available inventory in Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti gets claimed early. For prom: book by January or expect higher prices or no availability.
A typical 6-hour prom rental for 25 students — school pickup, a photo stop at the University of Michigan Diag or the Law Quad, venue drop-off at a Ypsilanti banquet hall or Ann Arbor hotel ballroom, and after-prom return — runs around $1,500–$1,900 all-inclusive when booked four to five months early, but $2,400–$3,200+ if you're calling in March. That's a real difference for a parent group splitting costs. Lansingpartybuscompany.com makes it easy to compare buses for prom, confirm your itinerary, and find the right vehicle before the window closes. Call 517-481-6450 before the rush!

Ann Arbor School Event & Field Trip Transportation
Teachers and chaperones will appreciate how quickly Lansingpartybuscompany.com makes it to compare school event buses in Ann Arbor — one form, multiple quotes, and phone support at 517-481-6450 to help sort out the details. Ann Arbor Public Schools and the surrounding Washtenaw County districts have some excellent local field trip destinations within a short bus ride: the University of Michigan Museum of Natural History (1105 N University Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48109) reopened in 2019 with a much larger space and is a strong choice for science classes, while the Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum (220 E Ann St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104) is a perennial favorite for younger students.
Private charter buses offer real advantages over yellow school buses: TVs and a PA system onboard, overhead bins for backpacks and lunch bags, undercarriage storage for equipment and gear, and onboard restrooms on select vehicles for longer runs. ADA-accessible buses are available through the network — just mention it when you request your quote. For longer drives to the Henry Ford Museum (20900 Oakwood Blvd, Dearborn, MI 48124) or the Detroit Institute of Arts (5200 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48202), a full-size charter bus is the right call.
Call 517-481-6450 to get your Ann Arbor field trip transportation lined up!

Ann Arbor Sporting Event Transportation
Michigan Stadium — the Big House — holds 107,601 fans, making it the largest stadium in the United States and one of the largest in the world. On a home football Saturday, every road within a mile of the stadium is a problem: Stadium Boulevard jams up hours before kickoff, Main Street crawls bumper-to-bumper from downtown to the stadium corridor, and the University of Michigan sells advance parking that runs out weeks before major games. First-time visitors who assume they'll find a lot on arrival are in for a long walk and a long wait.
A Michigan game day charter bus or party bus changes the entire approach. Your group loads up together, the bus handles the Stadium Blvd approach, and you arrive at the game instead of hiking from a surface lot on Fuller Road. For Wolverines basketball at Crisler Center (1010 S State St, Ann Arbor, MI 48109), the same parking dynamics apply on sold-out nights — and Crisler has even less adjacent parking than the football stadium.
For fan groups wanting a built-in tailgate experience before kickoff, a party bus with a full-length bar, Bluetooth, and LED lighting keeps the pregame energy up from the moment of pickup. Call 517-481-6450 to get started on your Michigan game day bus!

Ann Arbor Wedding Transportation & Shuttle Service
Planning a wedding in Ann Arbor or the surrounding Washtenaw County area means navigating a guest list that likely includes out-of-towners unfamiliar with where to park near the Michigan League, how to navigate the one-way streets around the U of M campus, or which streets are blocked during events. A wedding shuttle bus from the network takes all of that off the table — clean pickup windows, staged departures from hotel blocks, and a single point of contact from your first quote through final drop-off.
If your reception is at a venue like the Michigan League (911 N University Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48109) or the Zingerman's Cornman Farms estate in nearby Dexter (1731 Dexter Ann Arbor Rd, Dexter, MI 48130), a 14-passenger Sprinter limo is the right call for the bridal party vehicle, while a 35-passenger minibus handles guest shuttle loops between your downtown hotel block and the venue. Nobody in your wedding party should have to navigate the one-way streets near State and North University in formal wear while trying to find parking after dark. Let the bus handle it.
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Ann Arbor Winery Tour & Pub Crawl Transportation
Ann Arbor's craft beer scene gives you a genuine pub crawl itinerary — Jolly Pumpkin Artisan Ales & Restaurant (311 S Main St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104) on Main Street is one of the most awarded craft breweries in Michigan, with sour and wild ales brewed on-site. Wolverine State Brewing Co. (2019 W Stadium Blvd, Ann Arbor, MI 48103) is another local standby with a popular taproom. Arbor Brewing Company (114 E Washington St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104) has been pouring in the downtown core for decades.
Add a stop at Blue Tractor BBQ & Brewery (207 E Washington St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104) and you have a full evening without anyone driving between stops.
For groups wanting to reach farther into Michigan wine country, Sandhill Crane Vineyards sits about 40 minutes west near Jackson, and the Dexter Cider Mill (3685 Central St, Dexter, MI 48130) is a fall favorite. Your group stays together in a comfortable Ann Arbor winery tour and pub crawl bus rental, no designated driver required and no hunting for street parking at each stop. Call 517-481-6450 to plan your crawl!
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ann Arbor Party Bus Rentals
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Lansingpartybuscompany.com is a comparison and quote-request website for group transportation in Ann Arbor and the surrounding area. It lets you compare party bus, charter bus, minibus, and Sprinter van rentals through one online form, so you can weigh prices and options side by side and find what fits your group.
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Enter your trip details into the online form — date, group size, and pickup and drop-off locations — and you'll see vehicle options from bus operators in the Ann Arbor area. Compare pictures, amenities, and estimated prices in one place, then move forward with the option that fits your group's needs and budget. Or call 517-481-6450 to have the options walked through with you over the phone.
How much does a party bus cost in Ann Arbor?
Ann Arbor party bus rental prices vary based on vehicle size, the date, and how long you need the bus. To give you an idea: 15–20 passenger party buses run $175–$340/hour; 20–30 passenger models run $210–$385/hour; 35–50 passenger party buses and minibuses run $260–$440/hour; and full-size charter buses run $130–$250/hour or $1,100–$2,200/day. Michigan football game weekends and Ann Arbor Art Fair week in July push rates higher and limit availability fast.
Call 517-481-6450 for an all-inclusive quote tailored to your exact date and group size.
When should I book a bus for a Michigan football game?
Book your Michigan game day bus at least four to six months in advance for major home games — rivalry matchups against Michigan State, Ohio State, and Penn State book out months ahead. The football season runs September through November, and any home game in the Big House draws 100,000+ fans to a city of 120,000 residents, which means every vehicle in Washtenaw County is spoken for early. Waiting until the week of a game almost always means paying a significant premium or finding nothing available.
Get started the moment you have tickets.
What's the parking situation at Michigan Stadium on game days?
The University of Michigan sells advance parking through multiple lots, and the most convenient lots near the stadium sell out weeks before major games. Street parking within a mile of the Big House is gone by 8am on big Saturdays, and the city enforces residential permit zones aggressively. Rideshare pickup is routed to remote locations that require a long walk after the game.
A charter bus or party bus handles your group's approach and departure in one coordinated move — no scramble for spaces, no post-game hike. Check the official University of Michigan parking and transportation page for lot availability and event-day details before your visit.
Can I get a party bus or charter bus from Ann Arbor to Detroit Metro Airport?
Yes — group transfers between Ann Arbor and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) are one of the most common trip types in the network. DTW is about 27 miles east on I-94 and has two main terminals: McNamara and North Terminal, each with separate commercial pickup zones on the lower Arrivals level. Have your full group assembled with all luggage ahead of your scheduled pickup, since commercial vehicles cannot hold curbside for extended waits.
A charter bus with undercarriage luggage bays is the right call for groups with large bags. Call 517-481-6450 to set up your transfer.
Popular Ann Arbor Party Bus Destinations
Ann Arbor has no shortage of destinations worth moving a group toward — and a party bus itinerary can hit several in a single day or night. Here's a look at the venues and spots that generate the most group transportation requests in the area.

Michigan Stadium (The Big House)
Michigan Stadium (1201 S Main St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104) is the largest stadium in the United States, with an official capacity of 107,601. It is the defining event venue in Ann Arbor and one of the loudest atmospheres in college football. On a home Saturday, the campus perimeter fills with tailgaters by 7am for noon kickoffs, and advance parking in U of M lots sells out online weeks before marquee games.
The University manages access roads and lots through Transportation and Parking Services — check the official game-day page before your visit to confirm lot assignments and approach routes, as they vary by event. A charter bus keeps your whole group on one arrival plan, handles the Stadium Boulevard approach, and stages off-site while you're inside.
Address: 1201 S Main St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104

Crisler Center
Home to the Michigan Wolverines men's and women's basketball programs, Crisler Center (1010 S State St, Ann Arbor, MI 48109) seats 12,707 and shares the same congested South Campus corridor as Michigan Stadium. Parking near the arena on sold-out game nights is genuinely difficult — the adjacent lots are permit-controlled on event evenings, and the surrounding State Street area has limited meter availability after 5pm. Crisler also hosts touring concerts and large university events throughout the year, each with its own parking pressure.
A party bus or minibus drops your group near the arena entrance and sidesteps the South State Street gridlock entirely. Check the official Crisler Center page for event-specific parking and drop-off guidance before you arrive.
Address: 1010 S State St, Ann Arbor, MI 48109

Hill Auditorium
Hill Auditorium (825 N University Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48109) is the University of Michigan's concert hall — a 3,500-seat venue with some of the best acoustics in the Midwest, home to the University Musical Society's annual concert series and a wide range of university events. It sits in the heart of the Central Campus, where permit-only parking dominates every nearby structure on event evenings. The campus bus system services the area but isn't practical for a group arriving from outside Ann Arbor.
A private bus drops your group steps from the auditorium entrance off North University Avenue and picks everyone up after the performance, so nobody is hunting for a structure or timing a meter expiration during the second act. This is a particularly good venue pairing with dinner on Main Street before a UMS show.
Address: 825 N University Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48109

The Ark
The Ark (316 S Main St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104) has been Ann Arbor's anchor for folk, roots, Americana, and acoustic music since 1965 — a 400-seat room where national touring acts perform in an intimate space that sells out regularly. Shows here typically run Thursday through Sunday, and the Main Street stretch around The Ark is one of the most congested parking corridors in downtown Ann Arbor on weekend evenings. The nearest parking structure is on Ann Street, a three-plus block walk.
A group arriving by party bus drops at the Main Street entrance, enjoys the show, and loads up afterward without anyone timing a parking meter or worrying about a three-block walk at midnight. Pair it with a pre-show dinner at one of the Main Street restaurants and you've got a complete evening that runs entirely without a parking headache.
Address: 316 S Main St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104 Phone: (734) 761-1800

Jolly Pumpkin Artisan Ales & Restaurant
Jolly Pumpkin (311 S Main St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104) is one of the anchor stops on any Ann Arbor brewery crawl — a certified artisan brewery producing sour and wild ales on-site, with a full restaurant and bar in the heart of the Main Street district. It's consistently one of the busiest spots in downtown Ann Arbor on weekend nights, and the surrounding parking structures fill early. Most visitors on a group brewery night end up pairing Jolly Pumpkin with nearby Arbor Brewing Company (114 E Washington St) and Wolverine State Brewing Co. out on Stadium Boulevard.
A party bus stages at each stop while the group is inside and repositions between breweries, so no one has to drive between locations or rethink the order of stops based on parking. This is exactly the kind of itinerary that works best with a vehicle — call 517-481-6450 to build your brewery crawl package.
Address: 311 S Main St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104

Zingerman's Cornman Farms
Zingerman's Cornman Farms (1731 Dexter Ann Arbor Rd, Dexter, MI 48130) is one of the most sought-after private event and wedding venues in all of Southeast Michigan — a working farm and historic barn estate about 12 miles northwest of downtown Ann Arbor in the Village of Dexter. It hosts weddings, corporate events, and private dinners, and the rural two-lane roads between Ann Arbor and Dexter have no practical parking overflow for large guest lists. Guests shuttled out from downtown Ann Arbor hotels arrive together, on time, and without anyone trying to navigate Dexter Ann Arbor Road in the dark after a reception.
A 15–35 passenger minibus is the right fit for most wedding shuttles here, running a clean loop from your hotel block to the farm entrance and back at the end of the night. Call 517-481-6450 to set up your Cornman Farms shuttle!
Address: 1731 Dexter Ann Arbor Rd, Dexter, MI 48130