DETLITFEST '27
The First Annual
Detroit Literary Festival
October 8-9, 2027
Midtown Detroit
An International Celebration of Stories, Voices and Ideas
About the Festival
A brand new chapter for Detroit's literary legacy.
Detroit's first major literary festival is a two-day celebration of authors, ideas, and stories in the heart of Midtown Detroit. Bringing together 100 authors across literary fiction, romance, fantasy, poetry, history, public affairs, and local voices for a weekend of author panels, author keynotes, workshops, and a vibrant outdoor literary marketplace.
Schedule and details to follow. Join us as we showcase the bold, resilient spirit of Detroit's creative and intellectual communities.
Festival Life
A Book Celebration Like No Other
Discover the energy, community, and joy of Detroit's first major literary gathering - inspired by the great city book festivals of our time.
Featuring 100+ nationally renowned and bestselling authors.
Full author lineup and schedule to be announced early 2027.
Early 2027
Featured Speakers
The Festival Grounds
Author Panels & Readings
The Event
Two Days of Literary Magic
Join 100+ bestselling authors, celebrated poets, and visionary writers for two extraordinary days of panels, book signings, writing workshops, and a vibrant outdoor marketplace in the heart of Midtown.
DAY ONE
Friday, October 8
Education Day & Opening Night VIP Gala
Dedicated daytime programming for Detroit schools, students, and educators, culminating in a stellar ticketed VIP gala to launch our inaugural festival with keynote authors.
DAY TWO
Saturday, October 9
The Main Festival (9 AM - 7 PM)
A jam-packed day of author panels, author keynotes, creative writing workshops, intimate author signings, and our sprawling outdoor Midtown Literary Marketplace.
Support the Festival
Help us build something extraordinary from the ground up.
Want to get involved, sponsor, or learn more? Reach out to our team - we'd love to hear from you.
Custom corporate sponsorship tiers & benefits available.
Leadership
Festival Directors
Lori Tucker-Sullivan
Co-Executive Director
Rich Fahle
Co-Executive Director
DETLITFEST '27
The First Annual
Detroit Literary Festival
October 8–9, 2027
Midtown Detroit
An International Celebration of Stories, Voices and Ideas
About the Festival
A brand new chapter for Detroit's literary legacy.
Detroit's first major literary festival is a two-day celebration of authors, ideas, and stories in the heart of Midtown Detroit. Bringing together 100 authors across literary fiction, romance, fantasy, poetry, history, public affairs, and local voices for a weekend of author panels, author keynotes, workshops, and a vibrant outdoor literary marketplace.
Schedule and details to follow. Join us as we showcase the bold, resilient spirit of Detroit's creative and intellectual communities.
Festival Life
A Book Celebration Like No Other
Discover the energy, community, and joy of Detroit's first major literary gathering - inspired by the great city book festivals of our time.
Featuring 100+ nationally renowned and bestselling authors.
Full author lineup and schedule to be announced early 2027.
Early 2027
Featured Speakers
The Festival Grounds
Author Panels & Readings
The Event
Two Days of Literary Magic
Join 100+ bestselling authors, celebrated poets, and visionary writers for two extraordinary days of author panels and keynotes, book signings, writing workshops, and a vibrant outdoor literary marketplace in the heart of Midtown Detroit.
DAY ONE
Friday, October 8
Education Day & Opening Night VIP Gala
Dedicated daytime programming for Detroit schools, students, and educators, culminating in a stellar ticketed VIP gala to launch our inaugural festival with keynote authors.
DAY TWO
Saturday, October 9
The Main Festival (9 AM - 7 PM)
A jam-packed day of author panels, author keynotes, creative writing workshops, intimate author signings, and our sprawling outdoor Midtown Literary Marketplace.
Support the Festival
Help us build something extraordinary from the ground up.
Want to get involved, sponsor, or learn more? Reach out to our team — we'd love to hear from you.
Custom corporate sponsorship tiers & benefits available.
Leadership
Festival Directors
Lori Tucker-Sullivan
Co-Executive Director
Rich Fahle
Co-Executive Director
