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Car shows in Detroit

3 upcoming car shows and meets in Detroit, Michigan, 1 free to attend and 1 weekly meet. Popular here: Classic & Vintage, Auto Show, Cars & Coffee. Dates, times, entry fees and venues, updated hourly.

3Upcoming events
1Free to attend
1Weekly meets
Jan 12Next: North American International Auto Show (Detroit) 2027

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Featured in Detroit

January 2027 1 event

March 2027 1 event

  • MAR5
    Muscle & Hot Rod· Classic & Vintage

    Detroit Autorama 2027

    Mar 5 – Mar 7, 2027Detroit, Michigan, US
    Dates unconfirmed

May 2027 1 event

More within 30 miles of Detroit

  • AUG21
    Cruise Night· Classic & Vintage· Muscle & Hot Rod

    Woodward Dream Cruise 2027

    9:00 AM – 9:00 PMRoyal Oak, Michigan, US Free 11 mi
    Dates unconfirmedFree

The car scene in Detroit

Detroit is the Motor City: birthplace of the American auto industry and home of the Detroit Auto Show, the Autorama hot rod show and, in the suburbs, the Woodward Dream Cruise, the world's biggest one-day car event every August.

History is everywhere: the Ford Piquette Avenue Plant, where the Model T was born, hosts Cars and Coffee three times a year, and The Henry Ford museum in Dearborn and the M1 Concourse in Pontiac are essential visits.

Drives and car destinations

  • Woodward Avenue (M-1): Home of the first mile of concrete road in the US and the traditional cruising strip through Royal Oak and Birmingham.
  • The Henry Ford: Museum in Dearborn with presidential limousines and landmark cars.
  • M1 Concourse: Private track and car-condo community in Pontiac that hosts public events.

Local tips

  • Cruising season runs May to October; winter is for indoor shows like Autorama.
  • Woodward fills up days before the Dream Cruise; locals stake out spots early.

Car shows near Detroit

Car shows in Detroit: FAQ

When is the Woodward Dream Cruise?

The Woodward Dream Cruise is held on the third Saturday of August along Woodward Avenue, mainly through Royal Oak, Birmingham and Ferndale.

When is the next car show in Detroit?

The next listed event is North American International Auto Show (Detroit) 2027 on Jan 12 – Jan 24, 2027 in Detroit. There are 3 upcoming events listed in Detroit in total.

Are there free car shows in Detroit?

Yes. 1 upcoming event in Detroit is free for spectators. Use the “Free” filter on the search page to see them.

What kinds of car events happen in Detroit?

Current listings in Detroit include Classic & Vintage (2), Auto Show (1), Cars & Coffee (1), Muscle & Hot Rod (1).

Are there weekly car meets in Detroit?

Yes: Ford Piquette Avenue Plant Cars and Coffee (second saturday in may, june and october).

How do I list a car show in Detroit?

Submit it on the “List your show” page. Listing is free and every submission is reviewed, usually within 48 hours.