The 2027 NCR Spring Conference & Phoenix 60th Anniversary.
The Phoenix of the Detroit Fire Department will host the 2027 North Central Region Spring Conference in Detroit. The signature anniversary celebration of our 60-year milestone — the Phoenix 60th Anniversary Gala: The Harlem Renaissance Ball — takes place Saturday, May 15, 2027 at 7:00 p.m. during the conference.
For the North Central Region of the International Association of Black Professional Fire Fighters.
2027 NCR Spring Conference.
Five days of fellowship, leadership development, and service — May 12–16, 2027 — hosted in Detroit by the Phoenix of the Detroit Fire Department for the North Central Region of the IABPFF. Workshops, business sessions, a Community Day, and cultural programming bring together firefighters and chapters from across the region.
Sixty years of Phoenix.
In 2027, the Phoenix of the Detroit Fire Department marks sixty years of advocacy, mentorship, and service to Detroit firefighters and the communities of Detroit — a milestone forged across six decades of leadership, brotherhood, sisterhood, and Phoenix legacy.
Phoenix 60th Anniversary Gala:The Harlem Renaissance Ball.
A black-tie evening of elegance, culture, and tribute — held during the 2027 NCR Spring Conference. An homage to Black artistry, Detroit soul, and the Phoenix rising.
- Date
- Sat, May 15, 2027 · 7:00 p.m.
- Host Hotel
- Hollywood Casino Greektown
- 1200 St. Antoine, Detroit, MI 48226
- Attire
- Black-Tie
Final ticketing, table pricing, and ad journal placement details will be announced. Submit interest now to receive updates as planning continues.
Stay at the host hotel.
Hollywood Casino Greektown is the official host hotel for the full 2027 NCR Spring Conference and the Phoenix 60th Anniversary Gala. A Phoenix room block is now open.
Hollywood Casino Greektown
- • Book within the Phoenix room block to support the conference and lock in the negotiated rate.
- • Cut-off date for the group rate is April 12, 2027 — book early.
- • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) is approximately 25 minutes from the host hotel.
- • Both the conference programming and the Harlem Renaissance Ball take place at the host hotel.
Hollywood Casino Greektown sits inside Detroit's historic Greektown district — one of the city's most walkable neighborhoods. The host hotel is approximately 2.0 miles from Historic Engine 11. Greek tavernas, Mediterranean pastries, outdoor cafés, and downtown landmarks like the Spirit of Detroit and Campus Martius are just steps from the hotel door. Come a day early. Stay a day late.
"All that we are, we owe.
We live eternally in the RED."
The week in Detroit.
Final session times, speakers, and venue rooms will be confirmed in the official conference program. The Phoenix 60th Anniversary Gala anchors Saturday evening.
Early registration opens. The NCR Presidents Meeting convenes. Open afternoon to settle in and explore Detroit.
Registration continues. Opening ceremonies and dignitary remarks set the tone for the week. Lunch follows. NCR official business sessions in the afternoon, with the hospitality suite open and time to explore Detroit in the evening.
Registration continues. Breakout and personal development sessions in the morning, lunch, and additional breakout sessions in the afternoon. The evening moves to a Phoenix cookout at Historic Engine 11, followed by the hospitality suite and time to explore Detroit.
A morning community outreach event in Detroit. Afternoon is open for free time and exploring Detroit. The evening is anchored by the signature celebration — the Phoenix 60th Anniversary Gala: The Harlem Renaissance Ball at 7:00 p.m., a black-tie evening honoring 60 years of Phoenix legacy, advocacy, brotherhood, sisterhood, and community impact.
Hotel checkout and departures. An optional brunch at Fishbones for attendees with later flights.
Schedule details are subject to change as final planning is confirmed. Registration details coming soon — join the interest list to receive updates the moment they're announced.
Sponsor the milestone.
A single Phoenix Sponsorship Inquiry form covers the 2027 NCR Spring Conference and the Phoenix 60th Anniversary Gala — including ad journal placements, table sponsorships, and program underwriting. Indicate your interest area on the form and the Phoenix team will follow up with packages and pricing as planning continues.
Be part of thePhoenix 2027 team.
Volunteer opportunities span registration, hospitality, transportation, setup and logistics, Community Day, and ball hospitality. Submit a volunteer interest form to receive details as roles are confirmed.
Registration detailscoming soon.
Conference registration, gala ticketing, and final pricing will be announced as planning continues. Join the interest list to be the first to know — or reach the 2027 planning team directly with any sponsorship, ad journal, table, or volunteer questions.
2026 North Central Region Presidents Meeting
Phoenix is also hosting the NCR Presidents Meeting at Hollywood Casino Greektown from October 8–10, 2026. A Phoenix room block is open at the host hotel — book within the block to lock in the group rate. This is distinct from the 2027 NCR Spring Conference and Phoenix 60th Anniversary detailed above.
- Dates
- October 8–10, 2026
- Group Code
- DETB26K
- Cut-off: September 8, 2026