About Detroit Festivals

(Detroit, Michigan, MI, USA)

A vibrant city known for its rich motor heritage, Detroit also features a comprehensive calendar of festivals. Many of the biggest events, concerts and celebrations are held during the warm summer months, such as the spectacular International Freedom Festival Fireworks.

Popular festivals in Detroit include the following events.

Annual Detroit Festivals

• January: North American International Auto Show, taking place each year during the middle of the month, with over 700,000 people in attendance
• May: Electronic Music Festival, a spectacle of both music and lights
• June: Detroit Festival of the Arts, a notable arts festival which takes place each year at the University Cultural Center
• June: International Freedom Festival Fireworks, an impressive fireworks display which takes place at the Hart Plaza
• August: African World Festival, a celebration of African music and art, attracting over one million people



• September: Detroit International Jazz Festival, famous all over the world and featuring many acclaimed jazz performers and bands
• September: Detroit Festival of the Arts, with a range of live music, dancing and visual arts

Cobo Center
Address: 1 Washington Boulevard, Detroit, Michigan (MI), United States
Tel: +1 313 877 8777
Website: www.cobocenter.com/

Detroit Metro Convention and Visitors Bureau
Address: 211 West Fort Street, Detroit, Michigan (MI), United States
Tel: +1 313 202 1800
Website: www.visitdetroit.com/

Renaissance Conference Center
Address: 300 Renaissance Center, Detroit, Michigan (MI), United States
Tel: +1 313 568 5700
Website: www.rencenmeetings.com/