The Detroit Auto Show today announced multi-platinum recording artist and hip-hop icon Flo Rida will headline the black-tie Charity Preview on Friday, Jan. 10, 2025, at Huntington Place in Detroit. The signature Motor City event will benefit six children’s charities in Southeast Michigan. Editor’s Note: Flo Rida image available here.
Born in Miami Gardens, Fla., Flo Rida catapulted to superstardom over a decade ago with the platinum-certified single, “Low” (featuring T-Pain), which spent 10 consecutive weeks atop the Billboard Hot 100. He subsequently unleashed a string of record-breaking singles, including “Right Round” (featuring Ke$ha), “In the Ayer” (featuring will.i.am), “Club Can’t Handle Me” (featuring David Guetta) and “Wild Ones” (featuring Sia), in addition to “Good Feeling,” “Whistle,” “My House” and “I Cry.”
The Grammy-nominated singer and songwriter has sold over 100 million singles worldwide and today is CEO of his own label, International Music Group.
“Charity Preview has long been one of the best nights in Detroit,” said Detroit Auto Show Chairman Karl Zimmermann. “We are honored to host this special evening and incredibly grateful to all who attend Charity Preview, benefitting six amazing children’s charities in southeast Michigan.”
Tickets to Charity Preview are $400 each or $700 a pair and are available at detroitautoshow.com. Charity Preview is Presented by Auto Hauler Exchange, and WXYZ-TV Channel 7 is the Official Television Partner of the event.
Charity Preview Background
Charity Preview has raised more than $100 million for children’s charities in Southeastern Michigan over the past 25 years alone. In total, the event has generated over $125 million since its inception in 1976. Beneficiaries for the 2025 Charity Preview include:
- Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeastern Michigan
- The Children’s Center
- The Children’s Foundation
- Detroit Auto Dealers Association Charitable Foundation Fund, a fund of the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
- Detroit PAL
- University of Michigan Health C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital
Schedule of Events for 2025 Charity Preview
- 5 – 6 p.m. – Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony in Huntington Place Atrium
- 6 – 9 p.m. – Auto show floor open
- 7:45 – 8:45 p.m. – Flo Rida performs on the auto show floor
- 8:45 – 10 p.m. – Atrium stage entertainment
ABOUT THE DETROIT AUTO SHOW
The Detroit Auto Show is one of the most influential annual automotive events in the world and a showcase for emerging technologies. The iconic show features brand-defining vehicles, product ride-and-drives and dynamic experiential activations. The event includes: Media Day, where media have access to the show floor prior to the public opening and automakers and suppliers debut new products and technologies; Industry Days, a hub for industry, talent and mobility tech of tomorrow collaboration; Mobility Global Forum, a two-day symposium on mobility trends and new technologies; AutoMobili-D, an inside look at future mobility platforms; Future Leaders Forum, a catalyst for student education; Charity Preview, a signature fundraising gala for children’s charities; and the Public Show, a mobility celebration. For more information, visit detroitautoshow.com.
DATES FOR THE DETROIT AUTO SHOW:
- Media Day, Friday, Jan. 10
- Charity Preview, Friday, Jan. 10
- Industry Days and AutoMobili-D, Wednesday, Jan. 15 and Thursday, Jan. 16 (Exclusive Industry Access 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.)
- Mobility Global Forum, Wednesday, Jan. 15 and Thursday, Jan. 16
- Future Leaders Forum, Wednesday, Jan. 15 and Thursday, Jan. 16
- Public Show, Saturday, Jan. 11 through Monday, Jan. 20
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