Join us for a spectacular Juneteenth celebration in Centennial Commons, Downtown Royal Oak! 

Let's commemorate, educate, and unite as we honor Juneteenth together!

• Date: Monday, June 19
• Freedom Strive March: 3-5 PM
• Celebration: 5-8 PM
• Location: Centennial Commons

Join the Freedom Strive March from 3-5 PM. Bring your freedom signs or create one at Centennial Commons. The march, consisting of 1865 steps, will commence at 4 PM. Register for free.

Participants will receive a complimentary T-shirt and a scoop of Ray's Ice Cream (while supplies last).

From 5-8 PM, the celebration continues with music, captivating dance performances, free horse rides, a thrilling scavenger hunt, educational insights about the day's significance, book giveaways, exciting prizes, engaging games for kids, and complimentary cupcakes! YUM!

Spread the word and share your excitement about this incredible event! Let's make this Juneteenth celebration one to remember.

We can't wait to see you there!

Meet Jaden Ivey in Royal Oak

Don't miss the opportunity to meet and get autographs from Detroit Pistons star, Jaden Ivey, from 5-6 PM at the Juneteenth Celebration in Centennial Commons.

Food Truck Rally at the Market

The food truck rally happens every month at the Royal Oak Farmers Market. Enjoy more than eight food trucks, face painting, balloon art, crafts table for the children, and local vendors selling their homemade items. 

Please visit Facebook at Royal Oak Farmers Market for more information and the list of food trucks attending.

2023 Schedule

• Wednesday, June 14   4-9pm
• Wednesday, July 12   4-9pm
• Wednesday, Aug 9   4-9pm
• Wednesday, Sept 13  4-8pm
• Wednesday, Oct 11   4-8pm

Know Royal Oak's Roots!

Be in the know about the history of Royal Oak by signing up for the Royal Oak Historical Society email blasts.

Keep up with events, exhibits, and history talks coming up in the near future. The informative quarterly newsletter is sent directly to your inbox.

Sign up by clicking on the link below.

Royal Oak Historical Society email sign-up form.

Listen Up, Royal Oak!

The new City Commission chamber offers an assistive listening solution that delivers clarity to those struggling to hear in a big room that can at times be crowded. The device (shown in the photo) is easy to use. 

If you are interested in trying one, please call the Human Resources Department at 248-246-3070 in advance of any meeting you are planning to attend. We’ll be happy to have a listening device ready and waiting for you!

Residential Lock Boxes Available at the Fire Department

The Royal Oak Fire Department’s residential lockbox program is designed to get quick access to adults living in their own homes during medical emergencies -- especially senior citizens.  When every second counts, the lockbox -- which contains a key to your home -- reduces the likelihood of property damage caused by first responders forcing entry into your home in response to an emergency call.