Downtown Cleveland
Holiday Celebrations
Juneteenth Freedom Festival
June 14, 2025
Juneteenth is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery on June 19, 1865 - the day when all African Americans were freed from slavery. Set to take place on Saturday, June 14 from 11:00 am – 8:00 pm on Mall C in the heart of Downtown Cleveland, the city-wide, family-friendly celebration and commemoration of Juneteenth is one you don’t want to miss.
Light Up The Lake
July 4th, 2025
Downtown Cleveland's 4th of July fireworks and watch party return! Join us in Voinovich Park for face painting, balloon twisting, bubbles, take and make craft, food trucks, CLE Cotton Candy, and DJ Smillz from 5pm-10pm.
The annual Independence Day fireworks spectacular will begin at dusk after the sun sets, approximately 10 pm and last for 20 minutes.