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TAKE PART IN
THE 2025 DETROIT MONTH OF DESIGN
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ABOUT THE MONTH OF DESIGN
Detroit Month of Design is a citywide collaboration of creativity that gathers designers and the greater community to celebrate Detroit’s role as a national and global design capital. Detroit Month of Design returns for its 15th annual edition this September 1-30, 2025!
Every September, partners across Detroit—from emerging studios to established companies and educational institutions—come together to show off their latest works and ideas. These cross-disciplinary events take place in all corners of the city, highlighting the talent and innovation that makes Detroit a UNESCO City of Design.
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BRING YOUR EVENT TO THE FESTIVAL
Are you a creative individual, organization or company that would like to organize an event and have it included in the festival’s calendar of events? If so, apply today!
Festival events are independently managed, funded and produced by the event organizer. We invite you to showcase the latest works and ideas coming out of your studio!
Applications for the 2024 Detroit Month of Design are now closed.
For questions about an existing application, contact the team at submissions@designcore.org
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SPONSOR
Celebrate design with us!
Detroit Month of Design sponsorship not only delivers marketing impact, but also aligns brands with the region’s largest design celebration and with Detroit’s UNESCO City of Design initiative.
Design Core offers valuable support and guidance to develop a custom program in alignment with your 2024 company goals.
BRING YOUR EVENT TO THE FESTIVAL
Are you a designer, artist, curator, innovator, activist, or creative organization with an idea for an event? This is your chance to be part of the 15th annual Detroit Month of Design and have your event featured in the official festival lineup!
We’re looking for inspiring, thought-provoking, and engaging events that showcase the latest creative work happening in Detroit. Events are independently managed, funded, and produced by the organizers.
Join a citywide celebration of design and share your creativity with local and global audiences. Apply today!
OPEN YOUR SPACE FOR DETROIT MONTH OF DESIGN!
Have a venue that could host an exciting design event? We want to hear from you!
Each year, talented creatives submit amazing ideas for installations, talks, and experiences—but some need the perfect space to bring them to life. If you own or manage a venue and want to be part of Detroit Month of Design, this is your chance to get involved!
Events are independently managed, funded, and produced by organizers. As a venue host, you’ll offer your space in-kind, while the event organizer handles the rest.
Join the movement, activate your space, and help shape Detroit’s design scene!
SPONSOR:
Elevate Your Brand!
Celebrate design with us!
Partner with Detroit Month of Design to gain marketing impact, brand visibility, and a powerful connection to the region’s largest design celebration! Sponsorship aligns your brand with Detroit’s UNESCO City of Design initiative, showcasing your commitment to creativity, innovation, and community impact.
Design Core provides expert support to craft a custom sponsorship program tailored to your 2025 business goals. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with Detroit’s thriving creative community.
VOLUNTEER: Join the Design Core Volunteer Team!
Passionate about Detroit design? Want to be part of one of the country’s largest and most diverse design festivals? Volunteer with Design Core!
Our volunteers are the heart of the Detroit Month of Design, helping to create unforgettable experiences in September and beyond. Whether you're a design enthusiast, creative professional, or community advocate, this is your chance to connect, collaborate, and make a real impact.
Be part of something bigger—join us and help shape Detroit’s design future!