The Wasik Tennis Complex was completed during the fall of 2012 and has been used for all outdoor matches the last two seasons. The complex is home to six state of the art hardcourts, which are ideal for NCAA Division I tennis dual matches.

EMU Wasik Tennis Complex

Formerly The Convocation Center, The GameAbove Center at Eastern Michigan University is located on the west campus. Built in 1998 as part of a campus upgrade initiative, the center is a 204,316 sq. ft. structure that features three user-friendly levels including arena, concourse and office.

The center also boasts versatile seating configurations that allow clients to maximize space usage. Ideal for concerts, commencements, family entertainment, conferences banquets, trade shows and athletic events.

The arena accommodates 20,000 sq. ft. on the main floor with an additional 18,000 sq. ft. throughout the entire facility.

Eastern Michigan University George Gervin GameAbove Center

Pho House is an Ypsilanti staple, serving up authentic Vietnamese dishes with something for everyone to enjoy. Regulars and newbies alike will love their fantastic flavors and serious portions.

Pho House

Lan City Hand Pulled Noodles is your premier asian cuisine Chinese restaurant for healthy handmade noodles made to order. Healthy, fresh Chinese Food that's all natural with no preservatives. Lan City has what you are looking for, just the way you expect delicious, quality Chinese / Asian food to be! You can call to place your order now and have it ready for take out, or come dine in and watch your meal be prepared.

Lan City Hand Pulled Noodles

Family restaurant with emphasis on good food, good service, and great prices. Old-school breakfast & lunch diner with counter seating & American standards.

The Golden Egg

Casablanca offers authentic Moroccan and Mediterranean cuisine for lunch and dinner. Catering, delivery, and take-out are available. Try their phenomenal falafel or freshly made hummus along with one of their sizable entrees!

Casablanca

Looking for the best pizza in Ann Arbor? Rejoice, you aficionados of all things pizza pie, the seemingly endless search is finally over. From thin crust to deep dish to gluten-free options and beyond, Cottage Inn has got you covered. Since 1948 they've offered the Ann Arbor community superior products using only the finest ingredients available. Not to mention, they're always listening to our customers in an effort to provide the best possible service around. The result? Decadent, delicious, delivery-ready gourmet pizza.

Cottage Inn - Washtenaw Ave.

Cuppy’s Best Soulful Bistro originated out of the home of Andrea “Cuppy” White and Joseph Jones, where they catered small events. As word spread and the demand grew for good, wholesome, homemade cuisine, they would prepare meals for folks on the weekends.

Cuppy's Best features delicious soul food and friendly, attentive staff. Enjoy your food at the restaurant or take advantage of their delivery!

Fried fish & chicken, Southern sides & desserts, all dished up in a simple space with booth seating.

Cuppy's Best

Miny's Mexican serves homemade authentic Mexican food. Serving lunch and dinner. Dine in or carry out.

Miny's Mexican Restaurant

Owner/Chef Miguel Martinez makes home-made soup, flavorful Mexican specialties, delicious sandwiches & breakfasts, and flavorful Honduran, Guatemalan and Mexican specialties.

Antonio's Coney Island

Ornate, sprawling Pan-Asian buffet for Cantonese & Japanese fare offers dim sum & a tearoom.

China Palace

Candy Cane is a 7.0 acre neighborhood park located in the northwest corner of the community. This park has one baseball field, tennis courts, play equipment and picnic facilities. Little League games are held at Candy Cane over the summer.

Candy Cane Park

Flat Water is a Big Bear Tournaments ice hockey tournament in Ann Arbor, Michigan, running October 2–4, 2026. Sanctioned by USA Hockey, the event welcomes 10U, 12U, 14U, 16U and 18U teams at B, A and AA levels. Each team is guaranteed four games, with the final game serving as a championship or consolation contest, and game periods vary by age division.

Big Bear Tournaments Flat Water - Ann Arbor, MI

Our Mission: To host youth hockey tournaments throughout North America that provide competitive divisions to teams of all skill levels and create the best tournament experience at an exceptional value.

Big Bear Tournaments

The 9th Annual 5K Domestic Violence Awareness Run/Walk is an in-person community event at Frog Island Park in Ypsilanti, Michigan, on Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to noon. Participants can run or walk alongside friends and family while raising awareness and showing support for people affected by domestic violence. This approximately three-and-a-half-hour event offers a meaningful way for the community to come together in support of survivors.&#x20;

9th Annual 5K Domestic Violence Awareness Run/Walk

E-Race the Stigma with the Trinity Health Probility Ann Arbor Marathon! Supporting local mental health charities, participants run through the vibrant streets of downtown Ann Arbor, then wind their way through the panoramic University of Michigan campus. The marathon, half-marathon, and 10K courses also encompass stretches along the Huron River and Gallup Park and through Nichols Arboretum before returning to campus and downtown.

Probility Ann Arbor Marathon

The 2026 Women in Sports: ElevateHER Summit, presented by Michigan Athletics, brings together student-athletes, alumni, community members, coaches and attendees for an evening focused on opportunity, leadership and the future of women in sports. Held October 15 at Crisler Center, the event features networking with current and former student-athletes and coaches beginning at 5:30 p.m., followed by a panel at 6 p.m. with Michigan alumnae and prominent sports-industry leaders including Andrea Joyce, Kate Johnson, Estee Portnoy, Casey E. Taylor and Li Li Leung. The summit offers storytelling, professional development, networking and mentorship.

Michigan Athletics Women in Sports: Elevate HER Summit  

The EMU George Gervin GameAbove Center is a 204,316 sq ft arena and is the home of EMU's Men's Basketball, Women's Basketball, and Women's Volleyball. This facility includes: 
- Capacity over 8,500 spectators
- Arena floor of 20,000 sq ft
- Eight furnished suites
- Multiple private offices
- Easy access parking
- Auxiliary gym
- Can host multiple sports such as basketball, volleyball, cheer & dance, gymnastics, and more



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<p>In the heart of Ypsilanti, the George Gervin GameAbove Center stands as one of Southeast Michigan’s premier sports venues, blending state-of-the-art amenities with a welcoming atmosphere for athletes and fans alike. Home to Eastern Michigan University’s Men’s and Women’s Basketball and Women’s Volleyball programs, the 204,000-square-foot arena has become a go-to stage for regional and national events like the NAIA Cheer and Dance National Championships.</p>

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