Roots, Rhythm, & Flow: A Juneteenth Jubilee Family Day

Roots, Rhythm, & Flow: A Juneteenth Jubilee Family Day

Saturday, Jun 21, 2025 - 10:00am to 4:00pm
Event Type : Family/Kids

In partnership with the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy, Juneteenth Jubilee Detroit will activate a day of health, wellness, community engagement, and history, including:

  • Liberation Run – A community fun run led by Lance Woods of We Run 313
  • Community & Health Vendor Fair – Showcasing wellness resources
  • Mindfulness Zone – Connecting mental health to ancestral practices
  • Interactive Field Games – Youth and family activities powered by Nike Field Games
  • Currents of Courage Tour – Exploring the historical role of the Detroit River in Black liberation
  • Wealth & Wellness Hub – Financial literacy, health workshops, and housing resources

Thank you to venue sponsor Key Bank

Roots, Rhythm, and Flow Schedule:

10:00-10:30 AM: DJ Takeover

10:30-10:35 AM: Opening Prayer and Libations 

10:35-10:40 AM: Welcome and History of Juneteenth 

10:40-10:45 AM: Lift Every Voice, Lolly Mariah 

10:45-11:15 AM :Stilt Dance Project 

11:15 AM: -Walk/Run for a Cause 

11:15 -11:30 AM: DJ Takeover

11:30 AM-12:15 PM: Yoga: Erin Julianna, Detroit Meditation & Yoga 

12:00-3:00 PM: Field Games 

12:15-12:30 PM: DJ and Host Takeover Stop the Bleed Tidbits 

12:30-1:15 PM: Zumba

1:00-2:00 PM: Mayoral Forum (Pavillion) 

1:15-1:30 PM: DJ Takeover

1:30-2:15 PM: Hustle (Facilitator, Jill Jones)

2:15-2:20 PM: DJ and Host Takeover with Stop the Bleed Tidbits 

2:20-3:05 PM: Griot Storytelling and Drumming, Anansi 

3:05-3:45 PM Battle of the Bands

3:45-4:00 PM: DJ Takeover

Learn More and Register 

Reading & Rhythm on the Riverfront

Reading & Rhythm on the Riverfront

Thursday, Jul 10, 2025 - 10:00am to 12:30pm
This event occurs every week Thursday and Friday until Fri Aug 15 2025.
Event Type : Family/Kids

Reading & Rhythm on the Riverfront (R3) is the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy’s unique, interactive early literacy program.

With the generous support of General Motors, R3 stretches six weeks throughout the summer and features readings by local celebrities, as well as business and community leaders.  The program also boasts live and interactive family entertainment and free books sponsored by Priority Health in partnership with the Detroit Public Library’s “Library on Wheels.”

Like last year, the program will take place at Gabriel Richard Park — a large riverfront oasis located off of Jefferson Avenue at the foot of the Belle Isle Bridge. 

This summer we are excited to welcome back We Shall Read as a partner at Reading and Rhythm on the Riverfront. We Shall Read is a local non-profit on a mission to equip caregivers with simple and engaging tools to help improve their child's reading. Be sure to check out their free and fun resources at their table at Reading and Rhythm on the Riverfront this summer.

The 2025 program will run July 10 - August 15 with sessions taking place on Thursdays and Fridays at 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Each session lasts approx. 45 minutes. Participants must participate in the session to receive a free book. Pre-registration is required.

*Our July 18 session will feature both a Spanish language and  an American sign language reading, thanks to our friend and book sponsor, Priority Health.

Registration is now open for individuals and summer camps & groups of ten or more children. Click below for registration

Individual Registration 

Group Registration for 10 or More

For more information email: info@detroitriverfront.org

Movie Night on the Detroit Riverfront

Movie Night on the Detroit Riverfront

Thursday, Jul 24, 2025 - 5:00pm to 8:00pm
Event Type : Family/Kids

Join us for an evening outdoors along the Detroit Riverfront at Milliken State Park for the animated movie, Inside Out, on the big screen courtesy of Huron-Clinton Metroparks. This event is free to attend and will include partner resource tables to visit before the movie begins. Don’t forget to pack a blanket or your favorite lawn chair.

Register Here

5:00 pm Visit partner resource tables before the movie begins

6:00 pm Movie start time

Please remember to dress for the weather.

Free parking is available in the lot at Cullen Plaza.

Free popcorn for the first 100 guests.

Cafe at Cullen Plaza will be open for anyone wishing to purchase food or beverage items.

 

Family Bike Ride

Family Bike Ride

Saturday, May 10, 2025 - 10:00am to 11:00am
This event occurs every May, June and August on the second Saturday until Sat Sep 27, 2025. This event also occurs on Sat Jun 14 2025, Sat Jul 19 2025 and Sat Sep 27 2025.
Event Type : Family/Kids

Come join Terra Joy Castro and Socially Chrissy for a fun-filled Family Bike Ride at the Detroit Riverfront!

Meet up location: Cullen Plaza, 10 am on Saturday, May 10th

Please bring: your bikes + helmets, water etc. On site is Wheelhouse Detroit, where you can rent bikes + pump up your tires if needed. We will have waivers to sign on site before we ride.

This event is perfect for families looking to enjoy the outdoors together. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned rider, will be towing the kiddos, or the kiddos are on their little rides, everyone is welcome to participate. Chrissy + Terra will be leading the ride together so we can break up into groups based on ages, levels of ability etc. The goal is to explore the Detroit Riverfront together on 2 wheels + to get moving as a family.

Stay post ride & enjoy the Riverwalk cafe for coffee + snacks. Every meet up we will explore new parts of the Riverwalk + surrounding areas. Meet up location may change each month to help us explore new areas (Coffee shop stops/Eastern Market area is on the list). Just RSVP and you will get all the details!

RSVP Here

MONTHLY SCHEDULE FOR THE SUMMER/FALL:

May 10th, June 14th, July 19, Aug 9, Sept 27, OCT date TBD