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Cranbrook Art Museum gallery admission will be free on Juneteenth. Also, visit the lower level for the FIKA Café and drop-in artmaking activities for all ages. Cranbrook on the Green Mini-Golf will be regular price.
Event cost: Free
Event time: 11 a.m.-8 p.m. June 19, 2025
Families can come out to Robert C. Valade Park to celebrate Juneteenth with a community and health vendor fair, a liberation run, interactive field games and more.
Event cost: Free
Event time: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. June 21, 2025
Children of all ages can drop in at Bowen Branch to make crafts celebrating Juneteenth. Available while supplies last.
Event cost: Free
Event time: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. June 16, 2025
Join Parkman Branch to hear author and storyteller, Gwendolyn Lewis give a presentation on the history of Juneteenth.
Event cost: Free
Event time: 6-7 p.m. June 18, 2025
Families can join Campbell Branch for a Juneteenth Family Movie Night. See a screening a family-friendly movie that celebrates the spirit of Juneteenth. Popcorn, treats and other snacks will be available. For all ages.
Event cost: Free
Event time: 5:30-7 p.m. June 18, 2025
Families can come out to Edison Branch to celebrate Juneteenth with a jamboree. There will be music, games, a Kona Ice Truck, food and more.
Event cost: Free
Event time: 5-7 p.m. June 18, 2025
Come out to Elmwood Branch for a Juneteenth storytime, paint party and a dance party. All ages are welcome.
Event cost: Free
Event time: 3:30-5 p.m. June 20, 2025
Families can come out to Knapp Branch to celebrate Juneteenth with a craft, a story, Bingo and more. RSVP recommended.
Event cost: Free
Event time: 6:30-7:30 p.m. June 17, 2025
Families can come out to Boyer Park to celebrate Juneteenth with food, music from a live DJ, games and more. For all ages.
Event cost: Free
Event time: 3-6 p.m. June 19, 2025
Join Chaney Branch to celebrate Juneteenth with arts and crafts for kids along with a special storytime. RSVP recommended.
Event cost: Free
Event time: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. June 18, 2025
Join Main Branch to celebrate Juneteenth by creating a Freedom Bell together to commemorate this special event. For ages 8-12.
Event cost: Free
Event time: 4-5:30 p.m. June 16, 2025
Families can join Lincoln Branch to enjoy interactive activities to celebrate Juneteenth such as singing, poetry, slave narratives, food, guest speakers and a parade. The theme is Michigan’s 102nd United States Color Troops and the guest speaker is Larry Castleberry, Detroit Area Black Storyteller.
Event cost: Free
Event time: 4-6 p.m. June...
