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Welcome to Detroit — a world class city ready to host world class events defined by its transformation and forward momentum. A place where ideas take shape, connections flourish, and events leave a lasting impression. Rooted in a deep sense of community, the city offers a unique blend of history, innovation, and opportunity that creates the ideal setting for meetings and conventions of all kinds.
From hosting large-scale events like the NFL Draft, the Detroit Grand Prix, and the Rocket Mortgage Classic to supporting smaller gatherings such as family reunions, Detroit has the expertise and infrastructure to bring your vision to life.
What sets Detroit apart is its energy, character, and diversity. The city offers a range of venues, from cutting-edge convention spaces to distinctive local settings, supported by a welcoming community ready to help you succeed. Add to that an exciting culinary scene, cultural landmarks, and memorable experiences, and you have a destination that can elevate any event. Detroit is more than a destination — it’s a place to connect, collaborate, and create something truly special.
Visit Detroit partners with local businesses and organizations to help bring events to life, connecting planners with the people and values that make this city special. So why not bring them on the road to major trade shows?
Come get a true feel for Detroit's people, businesses, and creative community. See our values in action here!
Detroit Coming To A City Near You!
Stop by and say hi to us at any of the major 2025 trade shows we'll be attending (see below). Meet our team, see our new booth, connect with our community partners, win brag-worthy prizes, learn about hosting your event in Detroit and more!
Event Name | City | Date |
Professional Convention + Meetings Association (PCMA) - Convening Leaders | Houston, TX | 1/12 - 1/15 |
CESSE Mid Winter CEO Dinner & Reception | Montreal, CA | 1/26 - 1/29 |
CONNECT North | Kansas City, MO | 1/27 - 1/29 |
UFI CEO Summit | Milan, Italy | 2/5 - 2/7 |
Texas SAE Women's Conference | Allen, TX | 2/11 - 2/12 |
AMC Institute Annual Meeting | Tampa, FL | 2/19 - 2/25 |
Destination Michigan (Metro Detroit Meetings Marketplace) | Detroit, MI | 3/6 |
Association Forum Women's Executive Forum | Chicago, IL | 3/6 - 3/7 |
Conference Direct Annual Partner Meeting | Philadelphia, PA | 3/16 - 3/20 |
SISO CEO Summit | Austin, TX | 3/31 - 4/2 |
Business Events Industry Week | Washington, D.C. | 4/7 - 4/10 |
Association Forum Fundraising and Governance SIG | Chicago, IL | 4/17 |
CONNECT Spring Marketplace | Las Vegas, NV | 4/22 - 4/24 |
Conference Direct: IndustryInsights | Chicago, IL | 4/24 |
IMEX Frankfurt | Frankfurt, Germany | 5/20 - 5/22 |
Professional Convention + Meetings Association (PCMA) - EduCon | Louisville, KY | 6/1 - 6/4 |
Destination Michigan NextGen Meetings Conference | Plymouth, MI | 6/2 - 6/3 |
Association Forum Honors Gala | Chicago, IL | 6/11 |
ASAE: The Exchange - Women’s Leadership Experience | Washington, DC | 6/17 |
MPI WEC Annual Conference (Branded Speakers Series) | St. Louis, MO | 6/17 - 6/19 |
CESSE Annual Meeting | Philadelphia, PA | 6/23 - 6/25 |
HelmsBriscoe Annual Business Conference (ABC) | Toronto, Canada | 6/28 - 6/30 |
AMC Institute / Engaged Conference | Savannah, GA | 7/21 - 7/22 |
National Sports Collectors | Rosemont, IL | 7/28 - 7/30 |
PCMA CEMA Summit | Austin, TX | 7/27 - 7/29 |
Fraternal Order of Police Biennial Conference | Miami, FL | 8/1 - 8/7 |
ASAE Annual Meeting & Expo | Los Angeles, CA | 8/9 - 8/12 |
SISO Summer Conference | Indianapolis, IN | 8/19 - 8/21 |
CONNECT Marketplace | Miami, FL | 8/25 - 8/27 |
State of Black Tourism | Washington, DC | 9/25 |
ASAE Summit Awards Reception | Washington, DC | 9/25 |
IMEX America | Las Vegas, NV | 10/6 - 10/9 |
CONNECT West | Lake Tahoe, CA | 10/27 - 10/29 |
Destination Michigan Showcase | Lansing, MI | 11/05 |
Conference Direct: CD Forum 2025 | Tampa, FL | 11/10 - 11/13 |
UFI Global Congress | Hong Kong | 11/19 - 11/25 |
National Coalition of Black Meeting Professionals Annual Conference | Portland, OR | 11/19 - 11/22 |
CONNECT DC Conference (Winter Marketplace) | Washington, DC | 12/1 - 12/3 |
Conference Direct: CEO Summit | Hollywood, FL | 12/3 - 12/5 |
Association Forum Holiday Showcase | Chicago, IL | 12/3 - 12/4 |
IAEE Expo Expo | Houston, TX | 12/9 - 12/11 |
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