ANN ARBOR, Mich. (March 30, 2026) - The Ann Arbor area is featured in Season 2 of the nationally syndicated travel and culture television series LOST IN, with additional streaming to follow on major platforms like Prime Video, Tubi, and Roku. The episode will also air across 130+ U.S. broadcast markets the week of April 6. 

Hosted by international culinary personality DJ BBQ, LOST IN explores hidden-gem destinations across the country, highlighting the people, places, and experiences that define each community. The episode showcases locations across the Ann Arbor area, including stops in both Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti, capturing the region’s blend of iconic sports tradition, celebrated food culture, live music, and outdoor recreation. 

Among the featured locations are: 

The episode also highlights local experiences that reflect the character and creativity of the broader Ann Arbor region. 

“I loved my time in Ann Arbor – the people, the food, THE BIG HOUSE! Every place we hit was good times. Can’t believe I got to work with my old friend, Chef JJ. What a legend. Ann Arbor is a destination for good food, amazing music, and fun times. I will be back (ya gotta say that line like Arnold Schwarzenegger),” said DJ BBQ, host of LOST IN. 

The episode presents the Ann Arbor area as a nationally relevant Midwest destination where collegiate energy, culinary excellence, arts and culture, and nature intersect in one vibrant region. 

“The Ann Arbor area delivers big-city experiences with a distinctly local character, and this episode of LOST IN gives viewers across the country an authentic look at what makes our community special,” said Sarah Miller, President and CEO of Destination Ann Arbor. 

Local businesses featured in the episode also expressed enthusiasm about the opportunity to showcase the Ann Arbor area on a national stage. 

“Food is such an important part of how people experience a place,” said Rodger Bowser, Chef and Managing Partner of Zingerman’s Delicatessen. “Working with the LOST IN crew gave us the chance to share not just our food, but also our story, our people, and the sense of community that makes us proud to call Ann Arbor home.” 

The episode will air across national broadcast markets during the week of April 6. 

Viewers can watch the episode at: LOST IN Ann Arbor, MI - "Tree Town" - S2Ep03 - LOST IN with DJ BBQ 

For more information about planning a visit to the Ann Arbor area, go to AnnArbor.org.