Detroit Auto Show (NAIAS) (January; 2026 edition January 14-25). Annual international auto show at Huntington Place in downtown Detroit. One of the world's most influential automotive events, featuring new model reveals, ride-and-drive tracks, and The Gallery luxury showcase.
Movement Electronic Music Festival (Memorial Day weekend (late May); 2025 edition May 24-26). Annual techno and electronic music festival held at Hart Plaza on the Detroit riverfront since 2000. Commemorates Detroit as the birthplace of techno. Six stages; 2025 headliners included Carl Cox, Charlotte de Witte,…
America's Thanksgiving Parade (Thanksgiving Day (fourth Thursday of November)). One of the oldest Thanksgiving parades in the United States, first held in 1924 on Woodward Avenue. Features marching bands, large balloons, floats, and celebrity guests. Co-founded the same year as the Macy's parade…