Since 2014, Detroit Homecoming has created a three-day, invitation-only event with year-round impact aimed at inspiring ​“expats” to re-engage with the city’s revitalization. The economic impact tied to attendees is more than $600 million, mostly real estate investments.

COVID-19 and the need for social distancing will alter the event in 2020, which will be expanded to five days, Sept. 21–25. ​“Big-stage” speakers will for the most part be ​“virtual” on Sept. 21–23. Tours and neighborhood immersions on Sept. 24–25 will be capped at 50 people each, with an effort to keep as much as possible outdoors. A larger public will be invited to an outdoor bazaar, featuring many local makers and retailers. Detroit Homecoming will sponsor restaurant ​“takeovers” that meet state guidelines for social distancing, grouping attendees by their special interests.

Recognizing that the biggest pool of Detroit ​“expats” may very well be in Detroit’s suburbs, Detroit Homecoming VII will invite people in Southeast Michigan with ties to Detroit to join our traditional ​“expat” audience. This year, Detroit Homecoming ​“goes local.” In small, socially distanced groups, guests can meet people who are key to Detroit’s revitalization – in neighborhoods, in restaurants and in key areas targeted for improvement.

Detroit Homecoming plans a hybrid experience – ​“big name” speakers attending virtually and on-the-ground experiences for locals as well as expats who decide to make the trip.

All virtual activities are free for all attendees. Locals will be charged $99 for Thursday’s in-person tours and dinner. Expats are complimentary for the tours and dinner.

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