15th Annual, "Celebrating A Healthier Detroit" Expo

Summer is a time to enjoy good music, healthy foods, and Family!

This August 13th, The McKinney Foundation will focus its educational programming on critical matters related to health and wellness. In an effort to ensure a healthier metro Detroit we are collaborating with the healthcare community to provide a unique array of activities that center on chronic health concerns affecting our region.

The 15th Annual “Celebrating a Healthier Detroit” Expo is a full day of fun with a serious purpose! Event takes place on Wednesday, August 13, 2025; from 11am–3pm at William G. Milliken State Park & Harbor, 1900 Atwater St, Detroit, MI 48207, which anchors the River Walk. The purpose of this Expo is to close the knowledge gap and reduce health disparities in metro Detroit, especially for residents who are ‘uninsured and underinsured.’ This is achieved by bringing together the greater health and wellness communities to educate families about relevant health issues and share programs that are most beneficial to creating and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

The Expo consists of informational seminars, invited speakers, exhibits and health screenings targeting health issues relevant to our community: [long] COVID-19, HIV, disease prevention, strengthening immune system, mental health and self-care, depression, diet-based diseases with emphasis on childhood obesity, nutrition, fitness, asthma, preventative care, and wellness for the entire family. Featured highlights: healthy cooking demos & tastings for the entire family, free give-a-ways, prizes, music, song, dance and much more!

Come join us in celebrating healthy children, families, and a healthier Detroit!

The McKinney Foundation’s goals to achieve for the "Celebrating a Healthier Detroit" Expo:

1. The Expo will attract over 1,000 Metro Detroit families;

2. The Expo will connect metro Detroit families with the broader Health and Wellness community;

3. The Expo will increase awareness of beneficial health/preventative care and wellness programs that are free and/or low-cost to metro Detroit residents.

Goals are achieved in collaboration with local, state, and national health and wellness partners.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

William G. Milliken State Park & Harbor, 1900 Atwater Street, Detroit, United States