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June 19 - june 22, 2025
517 Juneteenth Weekend 2025 –
A Celebration of Culture, Legacy & Community
From June 19 - June 22, 2025, Lansing’s 5th Annual 517 Juneteenth Weekend brings four days of education, empowerment, and celebration to the heart of Mid-Michigan. Kicking off with the 517 Juneteenth Seminar at the Cadillac Room, this gathering will feature community voices, thought leaders, and entrepreneurs sharing powerful conversations on Black history, economic empowerment, and the future of our communities. Later, families and neighbors will come together at the 517 Juneteenth Ice Cream Social, a joyful and intergenerational gathering designed to uplift, connect, and celebrate through sweet treats and shared experiences.
On Saturday, June 21, the streets of REO Town will be alive for the 517 Juneteenth Festival—a day-long experience where culture meets community. Featuring 90+ Black-owned businesses and vendors, a fully stocked Kidz Zone, food trucks, and high-energy performances, the festival creates space for joy, unity, and Black excellence. As night falls, the energy shifts to an atmosphere of smooth sophistication at the 517 Juneteenth Jazz Night, where live instrumentation, soulful melodies, and good company set the tone for a powerful closing celebration.
Throughout the weekend, the 517 Juneteenth Weekend continues its mission of honoring the past, celebrating the present, and shaping the future. Whether through education, music, community engagement, or cultural expression, every event is designed to uplift and inspire. Join us as we mark five years of impact, unity, and celebration.
2025 schedule
2025 schedule
517 juNEteenth seminar & mixer
June 19, 2025
Cadillac Room - REO Town
The 517 Juneteenth Seminar at the Cadillac Room invites attendees to engage in thought-provoking conversations that explore the intersections of the Eight Dimensions of Wellness, uncovering how mental, physical, financial, and communal well-being shape our collective freedom. Through insightful discussions led by community leaders and changemakers, this gathering encourages reflection, empowerment, and action toward holistic wholeness. Join us as we redefine freedom—not just as a historical milestone, but as a daily practice of wellness and liberation.
517 Juneteenth ice cream social
June 20, 2025
Riverview Parking Lot (REO Town)
The 517 Juneteenth Ice Cream Social is a heartwarming celebration designed to bring together families, friends, and neighbors in a space of joy, connection, and community storytelling. This event invites attendees of all ages to enjoy complimentary ice cream, music, and interactive activities for children and families. More than just a sweet treat, the Ice Cream Social serves as includes wellness stations, screenings, and informational resources.
517 Juneteenth Festival
June 21, 2025
S. Washington Ave (from South - Elm St)
The 517 Juneteenth Festival is the heartbeat of the weekend—a high-energy, day-long celebration where culture, community, and creativity collide. Taking over the streets of REO Town, Lansing, the festival features 90+ Black-owned businesses and food vendors, a vibrant Kidz Zone packed with inflatables, games, and interactive activities, and an atmosphere filled with live music, dance, and cultural expression. As the community gathers to honor Juneteenth, the festival becomes more than just an event—it’s a testament to Black excellence, economic empowerment, and the unbreakable spirit of freedom.
517 Juneteenth Festival
June 22, 2025
Cadillac Room - REO Town
The 517 Juneteenth Jazz Night is an evening of elegance, soul, and celebration, closing out the weekend with the rich, timeless sounds of jazz. Set in the Cadillac Room, this event invites guests to unwind, connect, and reflect while experiencing live instrumentation, smooth melodies, and soulful improvisation that embody the spirit of freedom. More than just a concert, the 517 Juneteenth Jazz Night is a space to honor the legacy of Black music, embrace community, and end the weekend on a note of inspiration and unity.