Detroit will once again host Dîner en Blanc, an international dining event where participants, dressed in white, gather for a picnic at a location that is revealed shortly before the event begins.

The city's next Dîner en Blanc is scheduled to take place outside Michigan Central Station on July 26, 2025. The inaugural Detroit event in 2025 drew nearly 1,000 attendees and was described by Michigan.org as "one of the city’s most talked-about social gatherings."

Tickets for the upcoming event range from $52 to $77 per person and are sold in pairs. Guests purchasing the $52 ticket must provide their own table and chairs, while the $67 option includes a table and chairs. A $77 ticket includes bus transportation but also requires guests to bring their own table and chairs. All ticket purchases also incur a $14 membership fee.

Detroit is one of over 80 cities worldwide that host Dîner en Blanc. Similar events occur in U.S. cities such as New York, Philadelphia, Chicago, Washington, D.C., Atlanta, Miami, and New Orleans.

The Dîner en Blanc tradition originated in Paris in 1988 when François Pasquier organized a picnic for friends. The event's signature element of guests dressing in white emerged as a way for attendees to find each other more easily.

What began as a small gathering has grown significantly over the years. The 30th anniversary of Le Dîner en Blanc de Paris in 2018 attracted a record 17,000 guests. A key aspect of the event is its staging in public spaces not typically used for large gatherings, requiring careful organization for safety and to secure permissions for future events.

The secrecy surrounding the location builds anticipation and excitement. Guests are directed to designated meeting points, from where volunteer leaders guide them to the final undisclosed venue. This element of mystery contributes to the event's festive and community-focused atmosphere.

The dress code emphasizes "crisp linen, dreamy lace [and] bold accessories," with a strong recommendation to keep outfits primarily white, excluding ivory, off-white, or beige. Attendees traditionally bring their own folding tables and chairs, white tablecloths, napkins, tableware, food, and a garbage bag for cleanup. Some locations also offer on-site rentals and catered meal options. Guests are encouraged to be creative with their white-themed decorations.