Opal's Walk for Freedom - Detroit, MI

Event Details

On Thursday, June 19th, Ms. Opal Lee will complete her annual 2.5-mile walk to recognize the 2.5 years it took for the news and enforcement of freedom to reach the enslaved people in Texas. Now a national holiday, Juneteenth celebrates the freedom gained when slavery was abolished all across the country.

Register to walk virtually with Ms. Opal from any location! Don’t worry, you don’t have to be local to participate! While Ms. Opal Lee will walk and celebrate alongside her community in Fort Worth, Texas, she invites you all to walk the 2.5 miles with her, from wherever you may be.

Details:

• Date: June 19, 2025
• Start Time: 9:00 AM EDT
• Location: Detroit, MI
• Format: Virtual participation available