ABC Bartending College Detroit

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Bartend in Detroit's renaissance! Our campus prepares you for the Motor City's booming downtown scene, sports venues, and emerging craft cocktail culture.

Class Schedules

Choose the schedule that works best for you at our Detroit campus

Weekday Classes

Mon-Fri, 9 AM - 3 PM (2 weeks)

Weekend Classes

Sat-Sun, 9 AM - 5 PM (3 weeks)

Evening Classes

Mon-Thu, 6 PM - 10 PM (3 weeks)

All schedules cover the same comprehensive curriculum. Choose based on your availability.

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Serving Detroit & Surrounding Areas

Learn bartending from anywhere with our comprehensive online program. We serve students in Detroit and throughout Michigan with flexible, self-paced training that fits your schedule.

Flexible Nationwide Training

Training Your Way in Detroit

No matter where you are in Detroit or Michigan, we bring professional bartending education to you with options designed to fit your life.

In-Home Instruction

A certified bartending instructor comes directly to your location in Detroit for personalized, hands-on training.

Live Virtual Training

Interactive Zoom sessions with professional bartenders. Learn cocktail techniques, bar management, and more from anywhere.

Instructor's Facility

Train at a certified instructor's professional bar setup near Detroit. Real-world environment, real-world skills.

Partner School Placement

We find and enroll you at a bartending school in any city. We handle all the coordination and communications for you.

Corporate & Event Training

Custom programs for restaurants, hotels, event venues, and private parties. Train your team or learn for your next event.

Hybrid Programs

Combine online coursework with in-person practice sessions. Flexible scheduling that works around your life.

Let's Build Your Custom Training Plan

Call us to discuss which training option works best for your schedule and goals in Detroit.

Flexible scheduling Certified instructors Nationwide coverage Job placement assistance
Local Insights

Detroit's Bar & Cocktail Scene

Discover the local hospitality landscape where you'll build your career

Detroit's bar scene is experiencing a remarkable renaissance. While casinos offer stable, benefited employment, neighborhoods like Corktown have birthed world-class cocktail bars like Sugar House. The sports district around Little Caesars Arena pulses with energy during Lions, Tigers, Red Wings, and Pistons games. For bartenders, Detroit offers opportunity in a market still establishing itself.

Job Market Data

Bartending career opportunities in Detroit, Michigan

Bartender Salaries in Detroit

Entry Level $22,000/year + tips
Median Salary $32,000/year + tips
Top 10% $50,000+/year

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2024

Job Market Outlook

1,900

Bars & restaurants in Detroit metro

15% over next decade

Projected job growth

Peak Hiring Seasons

Sports seasons and summer

Top Employers Hiring Bartenders in Detroit

MGM Grand Detroit

MotorCity Casino

Comerica Park

Little Caesars Arena

Shinola Hotel

Student Success Stories

Hear from our graduates who launched their bartending careers in Detroit

"Detroit's cocktail renaissance is real. Sugar House is world-class and ABC Bartending College prepared me for it."
MD

Marcus D.

Bartender

Class of 2023

"Casino bartending offers great money and benefits. Consistent hours and high-volume tips."
SL

Stephanie L.

Casino Bartender

Class of 2022

"Lions, Tigers, Red Wings, Pistons - Detroit sports keep us busy year-round. Started as a bartender, now I manage."
JT

Jason T.

Sports Bar Manager

Class of 2021

Local Information

Everything you need to know about bartending in Detroit

Michigan Liquor Laws

Minimum Age to Bartend 18+
Alcohol Serving Hours 7 AM - 2 AM
TIPS/RBS Required Recommended

Entertainment Districts

Downtown Detroit

Revitalized urban core with craft cocktail bars, sports venues, and casino nightlife.

Corktown

Detroit's oldest neighborhood, now home to trendy bars, restaurants, and the craft cocktail scene.

Midtown

Cultural district with music venues, art bars, and college-town energy near Wayne State.

Insider Tips

Casino jobs offer benefits and stability - consider starting there. Corktown is the craft cocktail epicenter. Network during industry nights at Sugar House and other top bars.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about our Detroit, Michigan bartending program

Is Detroit a good place to start bartending?

Yes! Detroit's revitalization means growing opportunities with lower competition than more established markets.

What about casino bartending in Detroit?

Three major casinos (MGM Grand, MotorCity, Greektown) offer stable employment with benefits - rare in bartending.

What's the minimum age to bartend in Michigan?

Michigan allows bartending at 18, making it accessible for younger adults to start their careers.

Which Detroit neighborhoods are best for bartending?

Downtown for casinos and sports, Corktown for craft cocktails, Midtown for cultural venues, Royal Oak for suburbs.

How have sports affected Detroit's bar scene?

The new Little Caesars Arena has revitalized the District Detroit area with new bars and restaurants.

Does ABC Bartending College have casino connections?

Yes, we have relationships with all three Detroit casinos for job placement assistance.

Start Your Bartending Career in Detroit

Join thousands of successful graduates through our online bartending program. Learn from anywhere in Detroit with flexible scheduling and earn your certification in just 2 weeks!

Also Serving:

Downtown Corktown Midtown Greektown Royal Oak Ferndale