2026 GLC Symposium

AIR TRANSPORTATION:  

Closest Airport: Ann Arbor is only 25 minutes from Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW), so there are many affordable, hassle-free transportation options between Ann Arbor and DTW, including car rentals and airport shuttles. https://www.metroairport.com/

Frequently Asked Questions for Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW): https://www.metroairport.com/about-dtw/frequently-asked-questions

Michigan Flyer: They are currently running several departures a day. The only location for pickup and drop-off in Ann Arbor is at the Blake Transit Center.  For schedules and reservations, visit their website for more information. https://www.michiganflyer.com/

Taxi/Shuttle Service:  There are many taxis, shuttles, and private cars that specifically operate as airport transportation between Ann Arbor and DTW. See our listings below for car, taxi, and limo services.

To and From Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW): https://www.metroairport.com/to-from-dtw

PARKING INFORMATION:

Parking is available in Ann Arbor City Parking structures in city-owned parking structures.  Suggested structures for conference parking are:

• Maynard Street Public Parking: Located on Maynard Street between E. William and E. Liberty with an additional entrance off Thompson between E. Liberty and E. William. 

• Liberty Square Public Parking: Located on Washington Street between Division and State Streets

• S. Forest Public Parking: Located on S. Forest Street between S. University and Willard Streets

Public parking meters are enforced Monday through Saturday, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. unless otherwise stated on the meter or central pay station. Cost is $2.40/hour; free on evenings and Sundays.

See this website for more information on Public Parking Structures and an interactive map: https://www.a2dda.org/getting-around/drive/

Parking is not available in the University of Michigan staff parking structures. Parking in downtown Ann Arbor and on the University of Michigan campus is very limited. Public safety officials and Parking officials are diligent in issuing tickets to improperly parked vehicles. Any tickets you receive are your responsibility

ANN ARBOR TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (The Ride)

Operated by the Ann Arbor Area Transportation Authority, ‘TheRide’ is a top-notch public transit system, offering over 1,300 fixed-route bus stops in the Urban Core of Washtenaw County. Exact change is required, and reduced fares are available for those who qualify. See the website for fare and route information: https://www.theride.org/