Six Locations.
Five Days.
5X the Fun.

A reimagined end-of-summer enrichment experience bringing thousands of youth together for fun, education, entertainment, mentorship and citywide exploration.

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Reimagination!

A reimagined end-of-summer enrichment event.

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Detroit presents MDYD 2.026, a reimagined end-of-summer enrichment event that engages thousands of youth in fun, educational and entertaining interactive experiences to get them encouraged, energized and excited for the upcoming school year.

In partnership with the City of Detroit, Belle Isle Conservancy, Detroit Riverfront Conservancy, Eastern Market, Joe Louis Greenway, Michigan Central, the Sean Anderson Foundation and Usher's New Look, MDYD 2.026 expands to one week and six locations across Detroit, building on late founder Ed Deeb's legacy of inclusion and access.

Honorary Co-Chairs

Community leaders helping carry the legacy forward.

Big Sean Co-Founder Sean Anderson Foundation

Ed Deeb (posthumous) Founder Metro Detroit Youth Day

Mary Sheffield Mayor City of Detroit

Myra Anderson Co-Founder Sean Anderson Foundation

Shawn H. Wilson President & CEO Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Detroit

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5 Days, 6 Partner Locations… A WHOLE LOT OF FUN!

MDYD 2.026 expands to five days and six locations across Metro Detroit for increased access and opportunities for metro Detroit youth.

Ed Deeb at Metro Detroit Youth Day — **Edward D. Deeb** May 4, 1936 – September 2, 2025

Ed Deeb with children at Metro Detroit Youth Day

Ed Deeb Legacy

Building on a legacy of inclusion and access.

Founder & Chairman Emeritus of Metro Detroit Youth Day that led the event on Belle Isle for 41 years (1981-2025), culminating with President George H.W. Bush presenting him with the 477th Point of Light Award for his involvement and inspiration to the young people of Detroit in this role.

Launched in 1981 to channel young people's energy into positive, constructive activities.
Engaged 2.5+ million youth over its 41-year history.
Grew from 1,100 participants in year one to thousands annually, supported by 1,000+ volunteers and hundreds of organizations and businesses.
Includes sports clinics, motivational speakers, college scholarships, career workshops, nutrition tips, fitness drills and carnival games.

"After a thorough search for a new partner to lead the event, it quickly became clear that BGCGD checked all the boxes for what we were looking for in a new event manager. My father would be very proud to know the event and his legacy will live on for years to come in very capable hands."

— George Deeb

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