Colors of Detroit: A Benefit for WDET & Concert of Colors

Fri, 12 Dec, 2025 at 06:00 pm to Sat, 13 Dec, 2025 at 01:00 am UTC-05:00

Berry Gordy Estate | Detroit

WDET 101.9 FM
Publisher/HostWDET 101.9 FM
Colors of Detroit: A Benefit for WDET & Concert of Colors
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Join us for an evening filled with entertainment and local cuisine to benefit WDET & The Concert of Colors at The Berry Gordy Estate.
About this Event

Join us on December 12th, for the second COLORS OF DETROIT, a celebration of the rich diversity and multiculturalism of Detroit to benefit , Detroit Non-Profit Public Radio and .

Colors of Detroit will be held at the Berry Gordy Estate in the Historic Boston-Edison neighborhood – former home of Motown Records founder Berry Gordy, now owned by renowned arts consultant Alan Brown. This event will feature an on-site broadcast of The with WDET's Ann Delisi, a live performance by Shashu Amen Ra drummers and dancers, DJ set by WDET music host Ismael Ahmed, a silent auction, and strolling heavy appetizers by some of Detroit's most celebrated Chefs:

Concert of Colors is Detroit's only free annual diversity-themed music festival featuring global music at its finest. Over its rich 33 -year history, the festival has blossomed into a celebrated, beloved highlight of metro Detroit’s summer festival season- one of the few remaining large scale, free-admission music festivals in the area. WDET (101.9FM) is Detroit's listener-supported public radio station, dedicated to providing the community with accurate news and diverse cultural and music programming. WDET is housed on the campus of Wayne State University in the heart of the Cass Corridor.

Additional event information below.

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Due to the nature of this event, we are unable to accommodate dietary restrictions, a variety of food options will be available.

Valet and street parking will be available.

What to wear: Celebrate Detroit's diversity by wearing colorful and creative attire!

Please note that the venue will contain stairs between rooms. This is a private residence; there will be no elevator on site.

Food and Open bar provided

The Don Was Motor City Playlist broadcast will begin promptly at 8PM and end at 10PM. Additional entertainment will be enjoyed throughout the mansion.

Event start times will vary per ticket level and the event will conclude at 1 AM. We ask that you please respect the neighborhood residents upon arrival and departure.

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Berry Gordy Estate, Historic Boston Edison Neighborhood, Detroit, United States

Tickets

USD 150.00 to USD 500.00

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