Welcome to Detroit, SATW!

Every year, SATW hosts a new event designed for networking, one-on-one meetings, and connecting writers and publishers with destinations and businesses for exciting writing opportunities. These events also feature speeches from industry experts and guided tours of the host city. This year, we’re excited to host our annual convention in Detroit, Michigan.


| Things to do |
| EVENTS |
| Transportation |
| Food & Drink |
| Digital Passes |

Countdown to SATW 2025

September 10-14th, 2025

28 Days
09 Hrs
17 Min
41 Sec

Things to Do

You can’t go wrong with any Detroit itinerary, but these recommendations will be sure to steer you in the right direction for a good time.

ALL THINGS TO DO

Outdoor in the D

6 Outdoor Spaces in Detroit to Soak Up the Sun

Sometimes you just want to spend time in the great outdoors.

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Historical & Progressive

From History to Present, Check Out these Tours in Detroit

There is plenty of history in the City of Detroit, going back more than 300 years, and plenty to learn about the area. The city has unique stories…

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Brew Line Tour Group Cheers

Detroit City Nightlife

Detroit City Nightlife Guide

High-energy clubs, hidden lounges, and everything in between. Here’s how to explore Detroit like a local.

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Detroit nightclub crowd dancing and socializing with live DJ setup in downtown Detroit party scene

EVENTS

SEE ALL EVENTS

Transportation in Detroit

Detroit Air Express (DAX)
DAX is a new airport shuttle offering 16 daily round-trips from downtown Detroit to DTW. The shuttle runs every day from 3:30am to 11pm. Tickets are $8 at the door and $6 for reservations.

Pick-Up And Drop-Off Locations: Downtown Detroit stop on the west side of Washington Blvd near State St. Departures at the McNamara Terminal, and Ground Transportation at the Evans Terminal.

The Detroit People Mover
The Detroit People Mover, an elevated and automated light-rail system, can help you get around downtown quickly, easily and safely. The 2.9-mile looped system, which can be completed in approximately 15 minutes, has 13 stations, with automatic stops at key downtown locations including Huntington Place, GM Renaissance Center and Greektown.

QLine
A 3.3-mile circulating streetcar running along Woodward Avenue between Congress Street and West Grand Boulevard in downtown Detroit. The QLine stretches from downtown through New Center and drops you off near prime locations, including: Little Caesars Arena, The Detroit Institute of Arts and the Museum of Contemporary Art. Headways ranging from 8 to 12 minutes. The streetcar route has 20 stations serving 12 locations.

Getting Around Detroit

The People Mover
The QLine
Detroit Air Xpress

Places to Eat

There are tons of dining options to choose from that'll give you a taste of the unique and incredible flavors of Detroit. Whether you’re looking for something a quick walk down the street from your hotel or if you’re ready to go out and explore the city, you’re sure to be satisfied!

ALL FOOD & DRINK

Digital Passes

Three people cheersing a drink in Detroit
Digital Passes from Visit Detroit
Uncover Detroit’s Pizza Scene with the Detroit Pizza Pass
Explore Detroit Pass
Have Fun and Save Money with the Explore Detroit Pass
How to enjoy 48 hours on the Detroit Brew Trail

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