Detroit City has pushed back the construction schedule for AlumniFi Field, saying the delay is intended to improve the project. At the same time, new images of the future stadium have been released.

New construction schedule for Detroit City FC's stadium

Detroit City FC has announced a change to the timeline of its stadium project. According to the revised schedule, AlumniFi Field is now expected to open in spring 2028, just ahead of the start of the next USL Championship season. The club stated that the additional time will allow for further refinement of the project and ensure a higher-quality final result.

Club officials emphasized that the updated timeline is intended to create the best possible environment for supporters, enhance the matchday experience, and maximize the long-term impact of the development on the surrounding community. As a result, Detroit City FC will continue playing its home matches at Keyworth Stadium in Hamtramck throughout the 2027 season, where the club has been based since 2016.

Despite the delayed opening date, the project is moving into its next phase. The club announced that the official groundbreaking ceremony will take place in July. The new stadium is being built on the site of the former Southwest Detroit Hospital in the Corktown neighborhood. The approximately seven-acre property was acquired in 2024 by an entity affiliated with Detroit City FC for $6.5 million. Demolition of the abandoned hospital began in late 2025, preparing the site for construction.

© HOK | Detroit City FC has pushed the opening of AlumniFi Field to spring 2028, while also revealing new renderings of Detroit’s first purpose-built soccer stadium.

AlumniFi Field renderings unveiled

AlumniFi Field will become Detroit’s first purpose-built soccer stadium. The venue is expected to accommodate approximately 15,000 spectators and carry a price tag of around $200 million. According to the club, interest in the new stadium is already significant. Detroit City FC reported that supporters have placed approximately 6,000 deposits for future season tickets. The venue is intended not only to serve as the club’s home but also to become one of the most significant redevelopment projects in southwest Detroit.

Alongside the revised timeline announcement, the club revealed the first interior renderings of the stadium. The project is being designed by Ferndale-based Disbrow Iannuzzi Architects, which is creating approximately 170,000 square feet of usable space, including concourses, premium seating areas, VIP suites, and team facilities.

The new renderings showcase the stadium’s main concourses, food and beverage areas, and exclusive hospitality spaces designed for business partners. According to the architects, the goal is to create a venue that reflects the character of Detroit while capturing the unique atmosphere of Detroit City FC matches.

© HOK | AlumniFi Field is planned to hold around 15,000 fans and become one of Corktown’s key redevelopment projects, rising on the former Southwest Detroit Hospital site.

AlumniFi Field expected to drive neighborhood development

The project extends beyond the construction of a sports venue. Plans also include a parking facility with more than 420 spaces and a residential building containing 76 housing units, including a number of affordable homes.

From the outset, club officials have emphasized that the stadium is intended to act as a catalyst for further revitalization in this part of Detroit and attract new investment to the surrounding area.