Colors of Detroit 2025
Join us on December 12 for the second Colors of Detroit, an unforgettable evening celebrating the city’s creativity, culture, and connection.
Proceeds benefit WDET 101.9 FM, Detroit’s public radio station and the Concert of Colors, Detroit’s global music festival.
A historic setting
The celebration takes place at the Berry Gordy Estate in Boston Edison, the former home of Motown founder Berry Gordy and now owned by renowned arts consultant Alan Brown.
This setting offers a rare chance to experience one of Detroit’s most iconic cultural landmarks up close.
Live music and performances
Enjoy an exclusive live broadcast of The Don Was Motor City Playlist with WDET’s Ann Delisi, featuring legendary producer and artist Don Was.
The evening also includes a performance by the Amen Ra African Drum and Dance Group, followed by Detroit’s finest DJs keeping the dance floor moving late into the night.
More entertainment not to miss!
Ryan Patrick Hooper hosting Motown Karaoke
Detroit DJs
– Dave Buick
– KESSWA
– Scott Zacharias
Food, flavor, and community
Savor a strolling dinner crafted by some of Detroit’s most celebrated chefs while mingling with fellow supporters, artists, and community leaders.
Explore a silent auction filled with one-of-a-kind experiences and local treasures.
This year’s chefs
Gajiza Dumplings: Jasmine Haskins, LEÑA: Lena Sareini, Oak & Reel: Jared Gadbaw, Warda Patisserie: Warda Bouguettaya, The Kitchenista: Angela Davis
Supporting Detroit’s creative heartbeat
Every ticket helps sustain the music, storytelling, and cultural programming that make Detroit’s creative community thrive.
The Concert of Colors brings the world’s music to Detroit, uniting audiences through sound and culture. It’s one of the nation’s largest and longest-running free global music festivals.
WDET 101.9 FM, Detroit’s listener-supported public radio station, delivers trusted news, diverse music programming and conversations from around metro Detroit and the world.
Ticket levels
SOLD OUT – VIP Mingle hosted by Don Was and Ann Delisi
6 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Includes access to the entire evening of events (VIP Mingle, Don Was Motor City Playlist live broadcast and Afterglow Dance Party)
$500 per ticket – sold out
Colors of Detroit VIP
7 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Includes access to the on-site live broadcast of the Don Was Motor City Playlist with Don Was and WDET’s Ann Delisi from 8–10 p.m., and access to the Afterglow Dance Party from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m.
$350 per ticket
Afterglow Dance Party
10 p.m. to 1 a.m.
A dance party with WDET DJs in the ballroom of the Berry Gordy Estate — where Motown legends would dance and party! Includes access to the pool house and main floor of the estate, silent auction, light open bar, and light bites.
$50 per ticket
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Thank you to our sponsors:
Multi-platinum sponsors:
- Ethan and Gretchen Gonzales Davidson
- Erica and Ralph Gerson
- Tom Gores Family Foundation
Platinum sponsors:
- Jennifer Gilbert
- Arn and Nancy Tellem
- Tito’s Handmade Vodka
Gold sponsors:
- Michelle and Ahmad Chebbani
- Coup D’état
- Don and Anaïs Hicks
- Third Man Records
Silver sponsors:
- ACCESS
- Buffalo Prescott
- Christine and David Colman
- Anthony and JJ Curis
- Joan C. Epstein
- Penny and Ken Fischer
- Marx Layne
- Meijer Rivertown Market Detroit
- Adrienne Roberts and Rich Haddad
- Holly and Matt Rosetti
- NKSK Events & Production
- Mary Zatina and Kevin Prihod