The itinerary
Designed by Tony WHLGN
Thursday — ARRIVAL + OPENING VIBES
3:00 PM |
Weekend Bus Departs Detroit
Bus tickets available under Add-Ons or Believer level tickets
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM |
Arrival + Check-In
Campground | Tents assigned · Welcome kits distributed · Grounds open
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
Welcome Dinner | Chef Greg Sims II of Smokey G’s Smokehouse
8:00 PM - 10 PM |
AskJenn + PardonMeWithP Live Shows | ’The HotBox’ Smoker’s Den
PardonMeTV!
Talk Show Host | Political Commentator
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Parish Halsell is the voice behind PardonMeTV!, a cultural conversation platform rooted in Detroit and built on intentional dialogue. Known for creating spaces where artists, entrepreneurs, and changemakers can speak freely and fully, Parish blends media, moderation, and community-building into one seamless experience.
With a sharp wit and a grounded presence, Parish curates conversations that feel both intimate and expansive — equal parts storytelling, truth-telling, and celebration.
At Return of Idlewild, expect thoughtful dialogue, unexpected laughs, and moments that linger long after the mic drops.
10PM - 1 AM |
Opening Night Vibes featuring DaG
DJ set • Fireside hang • Late Night Snack
DaG
DJ · Producer · Emcee
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Known as “The 734 Savior,” DaG (Dion Glenn) is an Ann Arbor–raised, Ypsilanti-based producer, DJ, and emcee whose sound bridges vintage soul with modern Midwest edge. Raised by a DJ father and shaped by Michigan’s rich hip-hop lineage, he has worked with artists including Slum Village, Nolan the Ninja, Supakaine, BJ the Chicago Kid, and more.
At Return of Idlewild, DaG brings fireside energy and intentional rhythm — setting the tone for a weekend rooted in soul, community, and vibration.
Friday — Black Eden in Full Swing
9:00 AM | Erin Nae
Morning Stretch & Wellness on the Beach
Erin Nae
Morning Stretch + Beach Wellness
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Erin leads restorative, breath-centered movement designed to help you reset and reconnect.
Her beachside sessions blend gentle stretch, mobility, and grounding flow — easing tension from the night before and preparing your body for the day ahead. Less performance, more presence.
Come as you are. Leave lighter.
10:00 AM |
Continental Breakfast (Breakfast Bars + Fruit)
12:00 PM – 2:00 PM |
Brunch | Smokey G’s Smokehouse | Chef Greg
Midday nourishment before the Black Eden Cup
Dr. Ashanté M. Reese
Fireside Chat
Website
Gather with Dr. Ashanté M. Reese for a conversation on place, memory, and community. Through stories and dialogue, we’ll explore what it means to sustain Black spaces, cultivate belonging, and build meaningful relationships with the people and places that hold us.
We’re hosting a virtual book club to cover her new book, GATHER, prior to descending upon Idlewild in July.
Link to purchase below.
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM |
GATHER
Fireside Chat
feat. Dr. Ashante Reese
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
THE BLACK EDEN CUP
field day, our way.
Sheefy McFly
Artist · Producer · DJ | Detroit Visionary
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Sheefy McFly is one of Detroit’s most influential contemporary artists, seamlessly blending visual art, music, and culture into a singular creative practice. A celebrated painter, producer, rapper, and DJ, his work has become synonymous with the city’s next generation of artistic expression.
Whether behind the turntables or behind the canvas, Sheefy curates experiences rooted in Detroit’s creative pulse—moving effortlessly between hip-hop, house, soul, and underground sounds.
At Return of Idlewild, expect an unmistakably Detroit set filled with deep cuts, hometown energy, and the kind of vibe that keeps the dancefloor moving.
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Sheefy McFly B2B Chuck Inglish
Dinner | Chef Steve Couch
An evening meal rooted in depth and flavor before night programming begins.
10:00 PM - 11:00 PM |
Cocktales w/ Cocktails Live Show | ’The HotBox’ Smoker’s Den
11:00 PM - 1:00 AM | Open Decks
Late Night Snack | Smokey G’s Smokehouse | Chef Greg Sims II
Cocktales with Cocktails
(live podcast)
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Cocktales with Cocktails is a culturally driven podcast centered on honest conversation and unapologetic storytelling. Through discussions on love, intimacy, [sex] and personal growth, the hosts explore the nuances of modern relationships with humor, insight, and authenticity.
It’s a space where vulnerability and boldness coexist—always accompanied by a cocktail in hand.
Saturday — Concert + Peak Programming
8:00 AM |
1-Day Bus Departs Detroit
(Saturday-only ticket holders selecting bus transport)
9:00 AM | Erin Nae
Morning Stretch & Wellness on the Beach
10:00 AM |
Continental Breakfast (Breakfast Bars + Fruit)
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM|
Idlewild Real Estate Tour
in partnership with
Justin Cain and Tegest Walker of
@Properties Christie’s International Real Estate
12:00 PM – 2:00 PM |
Brunch | Chef Steve Couch
1-Day Bus Arrives in Idlewild
2:00 PM – 6:00 PM |
Twerk x Tequila Beach Party
featuring Sky Jetta, DJ MoBetta & Travis Porter
meal tokens provided for weekend campers
7:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
Return of Idlewild Concert
CONTAINER Stage | Idlewild Beach
Featuring Givhan, Charity, Blaaqgold & LAYA
BlaaqGold
DJ · Producer · Cultural Curator
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BlaaqGold is a Detroit-born DJ and producer known for blending soulful house, hip-hop, R&B, and global rhythms into rich, immersive sets. With deep musical knowledge and effortless range, he moves seamlessly between nostalgia and forward-thinking sound.
Having toured alongside legendary hip-hop group Little Brother, BlaaqGold brings both credibility and undeniable groove — always rooted in intention, culture, and connection.
11pm - 1am |
Closing Function presented by WhiteDurag
1-Day Bus Departs Idlewild for Detroit
WhiteDurag x Return of Idlewild
Closing Party Partner
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Return of Idlewild is partnering with WhiteDurag to curate the official Closing Celebration of the retreat, bringing guests together for one final evening of music, joy, and community before the journey home.
Known for creating culturally resonant experiences that celebrate Black creativity and self-expression, WhiteDurag’s approach aligns naturally with the spirit of Return of Idlewild. Together, we’ll close the weekend with an experience that honors the relationships formed, the memories created, and the future we’re building in Idlewild.
More than a party, the Closing Celebration serves as a meaningful conclusion to the retreat, leaving guests energized, connected, and inspired to return.
~4:00 AM |
1-Day Bus Arrives Back in Detroit
Sunday — Departure Day
10:00 AM |
Farewell Brunch | Chef Steve Couch
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
Pack Up + General Departure Window
~ 12:00 PM |
Weekend Bus Departs Idlewild for Detroit
(For weekend-ticket holders who selected bus transport)