Visit Detroit

So much is happening in Detroit and everyone needs to know! ?? As the year gets closer to the end, we wanted to do a part 2 of our new series rounding up the exciting news, significant developments, and key moments and updates from across Detroit. ???? We will post videos like this periodically all throughout 2025, and on our website we will be rounding up new updates every single week! Check it out here to bookmark the page so you don’t miss anything! https://bit.ly/3CpuPKy ?? Learn more about each one below: ?? Detroit’s?Motown Museum?announced the beginning of construction on the third and final phase of their expansion ?? Corktown was named one of America’s most up-and-coming neighborhoods ???Michigan Central Station?reached a milestone of welcoming over 100,000 visitors since reopening ?? Detroit saw its first population growth since 1957 ????? Detroit was featured in?Afar: “Detroit is Alive With New Possibilities - but Don’t Call it a Comeback” ???? Detroit’s historic Chinatown in Midtown received $1 million dollars for revitalization ?? The?Detroit Lions?are 8-1 for the first time since 1954 (at the time of this video) ???Detroit Metro Airport (DTW)?Ranked 2nd Best in the U.S. for Customer Satisfaction, opened 20 new stores, and unveiled a new sensory-friendly room ?? The Detroit Tigers?made it into the playoffs for the first time in a decade ?? The?Detroit Zoological Society?announced a new 7-acre attraction coming in 2026 ???The Detroit Tree Equity Partnership?achieved a milestone of planting 25,000 trees since Oct 2022 ???? Detroit’s?Greektown?is getting a $20 million dollar grant to redesign Monroe Street Greektown Neighborhood Partnership ?? Detroit’s Murals in Islandview brought 10+ new murals and installations to the city?1XRUN LLC ?? Michigan Central by?Nadir Ali, Detroit Zoo by Sara Cole Srinivasan, Lions Fans by?Reno Presents, and Detroit River by?Charles Falsetti?in collaboration with Visit Detroit

Join us in taking a moment to congratulate Marty Dobek, Detroit Sports Commission Deputy Director for being selected as a Crain's Detroit Business 2024 40 under 40 Honoree! ???? Marty played a pivotal role in the 2024 NFL Draft as the primary point person to the National Football League (NFL) on behalf of the NFL Draft Detroit Local Organizing Committee. The committee included the Detroit Sports Commission and Visit Detroit as well as countless partners such as the Detroit Lions, the City of Detroit, Downtown Detroit Partnership, Bedrock Detroit, Olympia Development of Michigan, Rocket Mortgage, Wayne County Michigan, and many others. A massive local effort, Marty was involved with the NFL Draft from the very beginning, starting in 2017 during the bid process and continuing the work after the DSC received the bid in 2022. The Detroit NFL Draft is officially the most-attended Draft ever with over 775,000 people having attended across three days! The event elevated our city’s profile and showcased our incredible community to a global audience on a massive scale. ???? Under Marty’s direction, the Sports Commission and Visit Detroit will continue to showcase Detroit as the best sports town as we prepare to host the 2027 NCAA Men’s Final Four, 2028 Big Ten Women’s basketball tournament, and the 2028 NCAA Men’s Midwest Regional.? ? Congratulations Marty!?This is a very well deserved honor! ??

We’re very excited to see Detroit featured in this recent piece by Afar! Highlighting Detroit’s story and community members from across multiple industries.???????? The title, “Detroit Is Alive With New Possibilities—but Don’t Call It a Comeback” rings true both because the strong sense of community, the creativity, the innovation and everything that makes Detroit special never left and also because city isn’t going back to how it was. Read more below about each Detroiter highlighted in the piece! ?? Sydney G. James – A celebrated muralist, Sydney is the Co-Founder of BLKOUT Walls Mural Festival and is known for her murals like Girl with a D Earring on Chroma Detroit and countless others. ??? Chef James Sumpter – As executive chef at the Cambria Hotel, James brings innovative flavors and a focus on locally-sourced ingredients, inspired by Detroit’s urban farms. ?? Robin Terry – Chair of the Motown Museum, Robin's work honors Detroit’s music legacy or Hitsville, USA.?Her leadership in expanding the museum is keeping Motown’s influence alive for generations to come. ?? W.E. Da’Cruz – Cofounder of Mushroom Angel Co., W.E. creates plant-based foods from locally grown mushrooms, shaping a sustainable food ecosystem in Detroit?and growing her brand from Eastern Market to a regional presence. Check out the full piece to read more and for travel tips on how to explore Detroit like a local! https://lnkd.in/edMwn5sz #Detroit #DetroitLove #VisitDetroit #MeetInDetroit?

Exciting Detroit news! This month Michigan Central Station celebrated another milestone moving its first tenants into the restored landmark.?????? Ford Motor Company has officially moved its Model e electric vehicle division and Integrated Services software team into the iconic location, housing nearly 500 workspaces with plans to have 1,000 employees in Corktown by the end of the year. By 2028, the Corktown campus is expected to host around 2,500 employees, driving Detroit’s growth as a hub for advanced mobility technology! The employees will be located at the station, as well as Michigan Central's neighbor The Factory and Newlab, which is housed in the renovated Book Depository building and home to 100+ startups and 670 members focused on mobility-focused companies. In addition to Ford, Michigan Central station will soon be home to beloved east side Detroit location Yellow Light Coffee and Donuts, with plans of a hotel on the upper floors in the works and details to be announced. ?????? After Michigan Central's reopening in June, nearly 170,000 people have visited for tours! Join us in celebrating the success of this Detroit landmark and the Michigan Central team! ?? Follow us for continued updates on Detroit developments and learn more about the history of Michigan Central here: https://lnkd.in/ehmYFbHx ?? Photo by Nadir Ali in collaboration with Visit Detroit

We are excited to share this video featuring Burnley Football Club players Han-Noah Massengo, Luca Koleosho and Captain Josh Brownhill discussing the unifying passion between Detroit and Burnley ??????? Our collaboration with Burnley FC as their Official US Destination Partner is all about celebrating the shared history and cultural heritage between Detroit and Burnley, two places that go all in for their teams. ?? We’re also pumped to be teaming up with Burnley for an epic global giveaway, sharing Detroit with the world and vice versa with fans on both sides of the pond having the chance to win a trip to visit and explore a new destination! ???? ?? Learn more about our partnership with Burnley on our website: https://lnkd.in/eBpRREty ?? Check out the giveaway details here: https://bit.ly/3BIZh1L

Every month in Detroit is a celebration of Hispanic heritage and community. ?????? As?#HispanicHeritageMonth?comes to a close this week, we wanted to take a moment and spotlight our Southwest and Mexicantown neighborhoods because in Detroit, the celebration isn’t confined to one month, it’s just how we roll. Together with local visual journalist Brayan Gutierrez?we’re excited to share some recent milestones and moments of celebration from across Southwest. ?????? From this year’s Mexican Independence Day event by the?Mexicantown Community Development Corporation?to the official opening of the new CORPUS Art Studio by 2023 The Kresge Foundation Artist Fellow?Elton Monroy Duran, Southwest is a place with a deeply rooted history that continues to be home to distinct vibes and experiences. Head to our website to learn how to experience and celebrate Hispanic heritage in Detroit year-round: https://bit.ly/49cq7vg ?? ?? Thank you again to Brayan Gutierrez for collaborating with us on these beautiful photos! Check out more of his work at his website.

We’re excited to highlight this recent article in The Meeting Professional featuring our CEO Claude Molinari, focused on our partnership with Meeting Professionals International to create school programs helping students explore careers in events and hospitality! ????? Detroit’s future in hospitality starts with empowering the next generation and addressing industry challenges head-on, especially considering that in Detroit, visitors contribute more than $10 billion annually to Southeast Michigan’s economy. This is why we’ve teamed up with MPI on everything from creating toolkits and curricula to launching field trips, showcasing the crucial role that DMOs play in building the next generation of tourism professionals. As Claude highlights, DMOs are well-positioned to lead the charge in addressing workforce development challenges. In addition to collaborating with local schools, we can partner with trade programs and industry groups to build training pipelines that equip job seekers with the skills needed for careers in tourism and hospitality, from event planning and customer service to restaurant and technology-driven roles.??????? Check out the full article to hear more! ?? and?https://lnkd.in/eHje7ur2

Detroit is America’s sports city. ???????? A historic moment in U.S. baseball, 44,885 people attended the Detroit Tigers first home playoff game in a decade, setting a new postseason attendance record at Comerica Park! Detroit has the most electric sports atmosphere in the country. Don’t believe it? Come see for yourself. ?? Thank you Michigan Sky Media for capturing this historic moment in Detroit. Check out his photos and prints of big sports moments captured via helicopter flyovers: https://bit.ly/4eXOcZ8

Detroit history will be made as the Detroit Tigers host their first home playoff game in nearly a decade. ?????? Today is Game 3 in the ALDS where the Tigers will face off against the Guardians. Check out our video of the celebratory drone show hosted above Comerica Park yesterday! Hundreds gathered on Columbia Street and nearby in the District Detroit to watch. ? So get up, everyone’s gonna move their feet in Detroit Rock City! GO TIGERS ??

We are so excited to welcome The Battery Show and Electric & Hybrid Vehicle Technology Expo to Detroit! ???? Now entering its 14th year, it is North America’s largest and most comprehensive battery event. This is the first time the battery show is being hosted at Huntington Place! ?? Day 1 brought large attendance downtown! ?? Huntington Place has asked everyone to be mindful of travel on the west side of Downtown 7:30am-9am Wednesday through Thursday to ease traffic flow. ?? Join us in welcoming the Battery Show to the city! Battery Show Parking Options: ?? River East Parking – 214 Rivard Street ($15/day) ?? Bagley Mobility Hub – 1501 Wabash Street ($10/day)