Experience · Pontiac
Date Night at Flagstar Strand Theatre
Spend an evening immersed in culture at the historic Flagstar Strand Theatre, catching a show or film. Afterward, indulge in a farm-to-table dinner at a critically acclaimed restaurant nearby. For those who wish to extend the evening, a local craft brewery offers a relaxed nightcap.
A 4.5-hour Pontiac evening plan for couples — Flagstar Strand Theatre, Sylvan Table, Fillmore 13 Brewery.
- Duration
- 4h 30m
- Cost
- $70–$150
- Stops
- 3 stops
- Walking
- Light walking · Total 5-mile driving route
- Best time
- 5:00 – 10:00 PM
- Ideal for
- Couples · Friends · Solo · Adults
The plan
The plan
- 1Flagstar Strand Theatre(2 hrs)→
- 2Sylvan Table(1 hr 30 min)→
- 3Fillmore 13 Brewery(1 hr)
Why this plan works
The 3 stops cover about 5 miles total, which keeps you in one pocket of Pontiac instead of crossing town between them. Flagstar Strand Theatre is the main event and takes the biggest block of time; the other stops are built around it. It finishes at Fillmore 13 Brewery — a short, low-effort stop you can skip if you're ready to call it. Best suited to couples, friends, solo, and adults who want a planned Pontiac outing without improvising between stops.
The story
Overview
Spend an evening immersed in culture at the historic Flagstar Strand Theatre, catching a show or film. Afterward, indulge in a farm-to-table dinner at a critically acclaimed restaurant nearby. For those who wish to extend the evening, a local craft brewery offers a relaxed nightcap.
The itinerary
3 stops, one great day
- 12 hrsFlagstar Strand Theatre
Arts & Culture
What to do — Check the schedule for an evening performance or movie and book your tickets in advance for an immersive cultural experience.
Scout Side QuestBefore the show begins, each make one wildly specific prediction about the performance. See whose comes closest.
2.5 mi · 9 min drive
Then A short walk across downtown Pontiac will bring you to your dinner destination.
21h 30mSylvan TableFood & Drink
New American farm-to-table fine dining restaurant in a woodsy-chic 1700s barn with an open kitchen.
What to do — Make reservations to secure a table for a post-show dinner, choosing from their seasonal menu emphasizing fresh, local ingredients.
Scout Side QuestScan the menu and secretly pick the dish you think the other person would love most. Reveal your picks together.
2.5 mi · 9 min drive
Then It's a quick drive to Fillmore 13 Brewery if you're looking for a nightcap.
3Optional 1 hrFillmore 13 BreweryFood & Drink
What to do — Optional nightcap for those who drink — skip it and the plan still works. Enjoy a final drink and discuss the evening's performance.
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Common questions
Planning this outing
- Is this a good Pontiac itinerary for couples?
- Yes. It's built for couples, friends, solo, and adults and runs about 4 hr 30 min across 3 stops, starting at Flagstar Strand Theatre.
- How long does this outing take?
- Plan on 4 hr 30 min door to door, including time between stops.
- How much does this Pontiac itinerary cost?
- Roughly $70–$150 per person, before parking and tips. Free and low-cost stops are marked on each card.
- Is this itinerary walkable?
- Not entirely. The stops cover about 5 miles, so you'll drive or rideshare between at least one pair.
- Do I need reservations?
- No. Every stop on this plan takes walk-ins, though weekends move faster if you arrive early.
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- Cost
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- Ideal for
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