Trade Show News

The Michigan Restaurant & Lodging Association (MRLA) hosted its 2026 Stars of the Industry Awards Dinner on November 9, 2026, and the 5th Annual Women In Hospitality Leadership Statewide Conference on November 10, 2026. These events celebrate Michigan's hospitality professionals and promote leadership within the industry.

The redevelopment of Detroit's Renaissance Center is scheduled to begin major construction in the third quarter of 2027, following the NCAA Final Four and Detroit Grand Prix. The first phase will include improvements to the central tower hotel, new multifamily housing, and initial work on the east riverfront and marina. This $2.2 billion project aims to create a destination that attracts visitors and provides community benefits, including small-business opportunities and year-round activities.

Event Escapes provides hotel information for The Battery Show North America 2027, confirming it will run from October 11-14, 2027, at Huntington Place, Detroit. The guide highlights popular hotel areas and notes that rooms near the venue sell out quickly, advising early booking.

Event Escapes provides information on hotels for The Battery Show North America, confirming its annual return to Huntington Place in Detroit. The article notes that onPeak is the official hotel provider and that in 2026, shuttle services were offered from selected hotels to the convention center.

Event Escapes has released hotel information for The Battery Show North America 2027, which will take place from October 11-14, 2027, at Huntington Place in downtown Detroit. Rooms near the venue are expected to sell out quickly, and attendees are advised to book free-cancellation rates early. The article provides details on nearby hotel options and booking procedures.

CSI Worldwide, a general service contractor and I&D company, has opened a permanent office in Detroit, citing the city's growing event infrastructure and investment around Huntington Place. The company's president noted Detroit's momentum, including the convention center's $550 million investment and new connected hotels like the JW Marriott Detroit Water Square. This move aims to provide local support for show organizers and exhibitors in Southeast Michigan.

The Motion + Power Manufacturers Alliance (MPMA) announced new Board, Officers, and other leadership changes for 2026–2027. Michael Kapp and Jared Scott joined the Board of Directors, elected at the Annual Meeting held in April 2026. These new leaders will begin their three-year terms at the August 2026 Board Meeting.

IAEE is hosting an Attendee Acquisition Roundtable at Huntington Place in Detroit, Michigan, on November 5, 2026. This facilitated information-sharing experience is designed for executives, managers, marketers, and other professionals involved in attendee acquisition for events.

The Michigan Chapter of the Recycled Materials Association will host its Spring Board Meeting and Networking Reception on May 13, 2027, at the MotorCity Casino Hotel in Detroit. This annual event aims to connect industry peers for an evening of networking and discussion.

Dan's Excavating is serving as the General Contractor for the Second Avenue construction at Huntington Place, with Roncelli/Brinker JV appointed as the Construction Manager for the Skybridge project. These projects are part of the ongoing capital improvements at the convention center.

The 'all about automation' trade show series is set to debut in Detroit at the Vibe Credit Union Showplace in Novi from October 20-21, 2027. This will be the first time the established European event brings its compact, hands-on format to the USA.

Motor City Comic Con is returning November 13-15, 2026, to the Vibe Credit Union Showplace in Novi. The convention has expanded its focus from comic books to a broader range of pop culture, including actors, comic creators, wrestlers, and gamers.

The Syndicate Trade Show, Metro Detroit's collectibles and trading card event, is scheduled for November 7-8, 2026. The show will feature 250 tables, pack battles, giveaways, a scavenger hunt, and kids' activities. It offers an opportunity for attendees to buy, sell, and connect within the collectibles community.

The SISO Leadership Conference, a key event for for-profit show organizers, is scheduled to take place in Detroit, Michigan, from August 16-18, 2027. This conference offers networking and leadership development opportunities for C-level executives.

The A3 Business Forum is scheduled to take place in Detroit, MI, on November 18-19, 2026. This event is listed among other industry events focusing on robotics and automation.

Improvements to the Huntington Place Convention Center are underway, including a pedestrian skybridge designed by INFORM Studio that will connect the convention center to the new JW Marriott Detroit Water Square Hotel. This project aims to provide a much-needed connection between the premier convention center and hospitality facilities, enhancing Detroit's readiness to host significant cultural events. The hotel addresses a need for convention center lodging, and the skybridge is expected to be a transformative project for the city.

Detroit is experiencing a building boom, including significant improvements to Huntington Place Convention Center and a new pedestrian skybridge connecting it to the JW Marriott Hotel. This development is expected to boost the hospitality market in the city.

ENR reports on Detroit's building boom, highlighting improvements to Huntington Place Convention Center, including a new pedestrian skybridge. This skybridge will connect the convention center to the near-completion JW Marriott Hotel, enhancing the connection between the premier convention facility and hospitality services.

A pedestrian skybridge is planned to connect Detroit's Huntington Place Convention Center to the near-completion JW Marriott Hotel. This transformative project aims to enhance the connection between the convention center and hospitality facilities, addressing a need for convention center lodging. INFORM Studio is the design architect for the bridge.

The man who pleaded guilty to starting a fire inside Huntington Place in April has been sentenced to two years of probation. The fire, which was quickly extinguished, caused minimal damage and no injuries were reported. Harrison was also ordered to pay over $6,000 in fees.