The Detroit Auto Show is shifting back to its original January timeframe after being held in September in 2022 and 2023. The 2025 show rolls into Huntington Place downtown from Jan. 10–20.

Highlights of the Detroit Auto Show

The beloved show will feature exotic supercars, the latest Ford Mustang and Chevrolet Corvette models, electric vehicles offering performance and affordability, and the newly crowned 2025 vehicles of the year.

Four indoor test tracks
"Detroit Through the Decades" exhibit of classic cars
A Hagerty-sponsored engine-building demonstration
Interactive experiences like Racing Day on Jan. 17
STEM activities for kids in collaboration with the Michigan Science Center

Detroit Auto Show Events

The Detroit Auto Show features three major events for which the public can purchase tickets:

Charity Preview

Kicking things off on Jan. 10 is the exclusive Charity Preview where attendees can enjoy a first look at the show. Proceeds from the event support various children’s charities, including:

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeastern Michigan
The Children’s Center
Children’s Foundation
Detroit PAL
The University of Michigan's C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital

The Jan. 10 event will feature a ribbon-cutting ceremony from 5-6 p.m. in the Huntington Place atrium, followed by access to the show floor from 6-9 p.m. Flo Rida is set to perform on the auto show floor from 7:45 p.m. to 8:45 p.m., with additional entertainment on the atrium stage from 8:45 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Public Shows

Public shows run from Saturday, Jan. 11 to Monday, Jan. 20, with hours from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. — except Wednesday, Jan. 15 and Thursday, Jan. 16, when doors open later, from 1-8 p.m.

The public shows promise fun for families and car enthusiasts, featuring innovative vehicles, technology displays, interactive track activations, custom car exhibits, and more. On Saturday, Jan. 18, a special program will honor the legacy of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr and include a clothing drive to benefit students across public schools in Detroit.

Industry Days

Industry Days will take place Jan. 15-16, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., ahead of the public show. The event will include exclusive access and special programming, such as industry panels and fireside chats at the Mobility Global Forum, a showcase of approximately 30 startups highlighting new and emerging technologies at AutoMobili-D, and the Future Leaders Forum.

Tickets for the Detroit Auto Show

Tickets before fees:

Public shows:

Adults: $20
Seniors: $12
Children: $10
Family pass for two adults and three children: $50

Industry Days: $40 (Valid for one-day entry)
Charity Preview: $400 for one ticket; $700 for two tickets

Parking and Transportation Options

The Detroit Auto Show organizers recommend reserving parking in advance through SpotHero. There are several options with varying prices around Huntington Place.

If you park farther from the event, you can use the Detroit People Mover or the QLINE for transportation. The People Mover will start service earlier, at 8 a.m., on Saturdays and Sundays during the show. The QLINE runs Monday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to midnight and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.

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