Ypsilanti Juneteenth Sickle Cell Awareness Walk 2026
About This Event
Ypsilanti's annual Juneteenth Celebration Weekend includes a walk to bring awareness to sickle cell anemia on Saturday, June 21. Registration begins at 9 a.m. with the walk starting at 10 a.m. in the parking lot of the University Bank Commerce Center. The walk precedes the official Juneteenth ceremony at 1 p.m.
📅 When
June 21, 2026
📍 Where
University Bank Commerce Center, 301 W Michigan Ave, Ypsilanti, MI 48197
Ypsilanti, MI
💵 Price
Free
👤 Organizer
Ypsilanti Annual Juneteenth Celebration
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What to expect at a Juneteenth Freedom Run / Walk
Juneteenth fitness events celebrate the journey to freedom through movement. 5K runs, fun walks, and unity walks are common. Most courses are flat and family-friendly. Pre-registration is usually required for a T-shirt and bib; race-day registration is often available for a small premium. Expect a warm-up at staging, a moment of reflection at the start line, and a community brunch or festival at the finish.
About Juneteenth in Ypsilanti
Ypsilanti, MI marks Juneteenth alongside hundreds of other US cities, with celebrations rooted in local Black history and shaped by the people, churches, and community organizations that have sustained the day for generations. Whether you’re attending your first Juneteenth or your fortieth, the goal is the same: gather, remember, and celebrate freedom together. Our directory currently lists 1 additional Juneteenth event in Ypsilanti.
Other Juneteenth events in Ypsilanti
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- Juneteenth Comedy Show "LAUGH NOW APOLOGIZE LATER"Detroit, MI · June 12, 2026
- Grand Rapids Juneteenth Jam 2026Grand Rapids, MI · June 12, 2026
Frequently asked questions
- When is Ypsilanti Juneteenth Sickle Cell Awareness Walk 2026?
- June 21, 2026. Confirm exact start times with the organizer (Ypsilanti Annual Juneteenth Celebration) before traveling.
- Where is Ypsilanti Juneteenth Sickle Cell Awareness Walk 2026 held?
- University Bank Commerce Center, 301 W Michigan Ave, Ypsilanti, MI 48197, Ypsilanti, MI. Check the event website for parking and accessibility details.
- Is this event free to attend?
- Yes. This Juneteenth event is free and open to the public. Some sub-events (food, vendor purchases, optional workshops) may have separate costs.
- What should I bring?
- Plan for outdoor weather. Bring sunscreen, water, comfortable shoes, a hat or umbrella, cash for vendors (some are cash-only), and a portable phone charger. If chairs aren’t provided, a foldable seat or blanket is useful.
- Is the event family-friendly?
- Most Juneteenth celebrations welcome all ages. Family-specific programming varies by event — many include kids’ zones, face painting, and family activities. Strollers are usually welcome at outdoor venues.