Arbor Annie’s Events for Kids This Weekend Near Ann Arbor

Find the best events for families this weekend in Ann Arbor with Arbor Annie’s Weekend Highlights for June 19-21. This article is updated each week with all the best things to this weekend near Ann Arbor. Are you looking for the best events during the week? Find them here.

This weekend starts with Juneteenth on Friday and ends with Father’s Day on Sunday. Be sure to check for closures on Friday and don’t forget to celebrate Dad. In between check out Top of the Park and more weekend fun.

Find The Best Things to Do Near You This Weekend

Friday is Juneteenth. Be sure to check for closures due to the holiday. On Friday, join Juneteenth Storytime with Representative Morgan Foreman at Saline Library, Celebrate Juneteenth: Liberation & Legacy at Greenfield Village, and head to Yspi for Juneteenth Jazz and Poetry! Continue to celebrate Juneteenth throughout the weekend with the Ypsilanti Juneteenth Soulful Celebration or join the AACHM for Juneteenth Black Civil War Vets Bus Tour.

Celebrate Juneteenth in Ann Arbor

Juneteenth is celebrated on June 19. In recent years, events honoring Juneteenth have increased and several camps have chosen to treat the day as a holiday.Juneteenth is a celebration of African American freedom from slavery dating back to June 19th, 1865 when news of the Emancipation Proclamation reached Texas.What’s Closed on Juneteenth…

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Top of the Park continues through the weekend. Sunday is a big day at Top with Make Music Day including SOUSAPALLOOZA, Dragon and Lion Dance Parade, and Afro Brazilian Capoeira Parade. The Kif-Kif Sisters who performed last year return this year with another show, this time indoors at the Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre. Wrap the night with Coco the Top of the Park Movie on Sunday night,

Sunday is Father’s Day. Check out all of our activity suggestions

Spend Father’s Day in Ann Arbor: Ideas for Every Type of Dad

Father’s Day does not seem to be celebrated quite the same as Mother’s Day. There are definitely far less events on the calendar – especially brunches. The traditional Father’s Day celebration seems to be a cookout at home more than going out for brunch. Dads also benefit from a summer day – head to the local pools and water parks, hit the lake or…

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Sunday is also the annual Make Music Day. There are music events around town all day including several at Top of the Park.

Jam Along at Make Music Day

Make Music Day is a live, free musical celebration that takes place on June 21 every year—the longest day of the year. Cities across the world – including Ann Arbor – celebrate with concerts by professional and amateur musicians. This year allows for more events with June 21 falling on a SundayMake Music Ann Arbor LocationsAnn Arbor District…

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But now back to the rest of the weekend…

Friday night, celebrate 35 Years of Saline Rec Center. Saturday take a drive to Tecumseh for Wack-a-Doodle Day and Pet Parade.

Canton Liberty Fest and the Hamburg Fun Fest continue through Saturday. Hamburg Fun Fest wraps up both Friday and Saturday with Fireworks and a Light Show.

Saturday is GrieveWell 2026 Annual Kite Festival and the Saline Food Truck Festival.

Japan Week wraps up this weekend with activities like Sushi Demo with Chef Nakano, Japanese Storytime with Momo Kajiwara, and The Sounds of Japan

What to Do at Ann Arbor Japan Week: A Family Cultural Celebration

The University of Michigan Center for Japanese Studies is celebrating the 12th annual Ann Arbor Japan Week. They host a week of Japan related events, performances, and workshops for families and kids. All events are free and open to the public.The week typically includes performances, crafts, and demonstrations at the Ann Arbor District Library…

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Get your tickets for Shakespeare in the Arb 2026: Love’s Labor’s Lost.

Do you want to head to the farm? The warm weather this week has brought strawberry season on. While we’ve lost a couple of u-pick farms (Rowe’s & Slow Farm), we have gained a new one in Dundee – T and M Houpt Farms. Crops are small this year due to weather conditions, and the cooler temperatures this week may have slowed ripening. We suggest verifying the status with the farm before heading out to pick.

Savor the Sweetness: Ann Arbor Strawberry Picking Guide

Looking for the juiciest, ripest u-pick strawberries near Ann Arbor? Look no further! Plan a delightful adventure of hand-picking your own sweet treasures at the local u-pick strawberry farms.Nothing compares to the satisfaction of plucking sun-kissed berries straight from the vine, ensuring the freshest and most flavorful experience. Check out…

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Unleash Your Inner Farmer at These Ann Arbor U-Pick Farms

There are a number of Ann Arbor U-Pick Farms. Picking your own fruits and vegetables is a great family activity in the summer and fall. Not only will kids enjoy the time on the farm, but they will get to enjoy eating what they have picked or helping you cook with the produce.Pick Your Own SeasonsPick your own seasons vary by region. I find i…

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The temperature is still borderline for swimming (at least for me – I need upper 70s). As of Thursday afternoon, Bicentennial Park splash pad is still waiting for its final inspection approval.

And be sure to check out Arbor Annie’s Flight Plan for June. Here you’ll find themes for the month and activity ideas beyond events.

Coast into June with Arbor Annie’s Flight Plan

From the top of the treetops, Arbor Annie has scouted out the must-do themes for June. As June starts, I think we’re all running on fumes and coasting into summer.Arbor Annie’s Flight Plan is a new feature for 2026. Each month, it will give an overview of the full month. It will generally have less of a focus on events, and more on general activ…

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JLC HUGE Book Sale

Wednesday-Saturday, June 24-27

Apple Playschools
Mud Day Celebration & Fundraiser

Saturday, June 27 10a-12:30p

Ann Arbor Jaycees Carnival

Thursday-Sunday, June 25-28

AFC Ann Arbor – Get your Free Youth Match Pass

Games May 16-July 11

Now Playing

Toy Story 5 opened June 19. Then, Supergirl opens by Friday June 26,

• Toy Story 5 – PG
• Disclosure Day – PG-13
• Masters of the Universe – PG-13
• The Mandalorian & Grogu – PG-13
• The Sheep Detectives – PG
• Michael – PG-13

Emagine’s summer movies start this week (Friday, June 19) with Paddington in Peru through June. 25. Then, it switches to David. The Cinemark Summer Movie Clubhouse has Shrek Forever After this week (Wednesday & Thursday, June 24-25)

Upcoming Movies

Check out the list of movies coming soon for kids, teens, and families.

• June 26 – Supergirl
• July 1 – Minions & Monsters
• July 10 – Moana
• July 17 – The Odyssey
• July 31 – Spider-Man: Brand New Day
• August 14 – PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie

Find Best Family Events This Weekend Near Ann Arbor

Check out all these events near you this weekend!

Friday Highlights

Saturday Highlights

Sunday Highlights

Looking Forward to Next Week

This is a big week!

Top of the Park continues all week (except Monday). David Zinn will be there on Tuesday creating his sidewalk art

Harmony in the Park: Ann Arbor’s 2026 Free Summer Concerts

Are you looking for free, outdoor summer concerts near me? We’ve got the details on the Ann Arbor Free Summer Concert Series 2026.Free Summer Concerts Near YouAre you looking for a list of Free Summer Concerts Near Me? If you’re in the Ann Arbor area, we’ve got you covered.Ann Arbor Concerts 2026Most of the series listed below are…

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Wednesday is the start of the June JLC Book Sale with their Premium Access Day/Teachers Night. Regular sale days start on Thursday.

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JLC Book Sale

Wednesday, June 24-Saturday, June 27
Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds

The Ann Arbor Jaycees Carnival starts on Thursday! We love the Carnival and will be stopping by to get a video to share of all the fun.

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Ann Arbor Jaycees Carnival 2026: Rides, Fun & Local Impact

The 2026 Ann Arbor Jaycees Carnival at Pioneer High School opens on Thursday, June 25. It continues through Sunday, June 28 at Pioneer High School. We love the mix of rides and fun the carnival offers. Even better the profits from the Ann Arbor Jaycees Carnival stay local to Ann Arbor. They support the Jaycees programming (like the Fourth of July P…

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Wednesday head to Matthaei Botanical Gardens for Wonder Walk: Summer Solstice.

The local libraries are hopping all summer long! Between the AADL Summer Game and lots of activities, YDL’s activities (and free lunches twice a week), and fun at Dexter and Saline, there’s almost too much to list (check the lists below)

Wednesday evening is the AFC Ann Arbor (Men’s) vs Flint City Bucks. Then, join them on Sunday, June 28 for AFC Ann Arbor (Women’s) Game vs Kalamazoo FC.

Warm summer days, call for a trip to the pool or water park.

Monday Highlights

Tuesday Highlights

Wednesday Highlights

Thursday Highlights

Looking Forward to Next Weekend

Top of the Park wraps up next weekend.

Get your reading material to tackle your summer reading programs and for road trip entertainment at the JLC Book Sale which runs through Saturday..

The Ann Arbor Jaycees Carnival wraps up next weekend. The Michigan Challenge Balloonfest is in Howell next weekend.

Thrills & Delights: Ann Arbor’s Carnivals 2026

The 2026 Ann Arbor Carnival & Fair season is back! Carnivals are always a great source of family fun with games and rides and entertainment. My daughter loves rides, so carnivals and fairs that bring rides to town have always been a big hit with her.The Ann Arbor Jaycees Carnival at Pioneer High School may be the most popular carnival in Ann Arb…

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There are a number of fireworks shows next weekend: Chelsea Fireworks at the Fairgrounds, Van Buren Township Fireworks, and Kensington Metropark Fireworks on Saturday and Willow Metropark Fireworks on Sunday.

Sparkling Spectacles: Ann Arbor Fireworks in 2026

Are you looking for Ann Arbor Fireworks Displays in 2026? We are still gathering information as displays are announced for 2026.When I moved to Ann Arbor I was surprised to learn that Ann Arbor doesn’t have its own Fireworks display. Plus, many local displays are spread throughout the week before Fourth of July instead of that night. Growing up…

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Head to UM North Campus for Horizon Performing Arts performances of Frozen Jr. Or, get your tickets for Shakespeare in the Arb: Love’s Labor Lost.

Encore, Encore! Live Theater & Concerts for Ann Arbor Families

The Ann Arbor theatre scene is lively. Several groups produce Ann Arbor theater shows for kids and families – or starring them.I love taking my daughter to see live theater and concerts. The local productions are so much less expensive than the touring productions so we can see more performances. There are lots of options for family-friendly af…

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Saturday is the first June German Park Picnic of 2026.

Or get ready to get messy with the Apple Playschools Mud Day Celebration & Fundraiser.

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Mud Day Community Celebration & Fundraiser

Saturday, June 27 10a-12:30p
Leslie Science & Nature Center

Friday, June 26

Saturday, June 27

Sunday, June 28

All Weekend Family Events Near Me

All of the family-friendly events near Ann Arbor this weekend are included below:

Friday, June 19

Saturday, June 20

	Date/Time	Event
💙🎟	June 19 3:00pm-12:00pm	Family Campout at Kensington Metropark, Milford Michigan
🆓	June 20 7:00am-3:00pm	Ann Arbor Farmers Market at Ann Arbor Farmers Market, Ann Arbor MI
💙🎟	June 20 8:00am-10:00pm	Canton Liberty Fest at Heritage Park, Canton Michigan
🆓	June 20 8:00am-1:00pm	Chelsea Farmers Market at Palmer Commons, Chelsea Michigan
🆓	June 20 8:00am-1:00pm	Dexter Farmers Market at Dexter Farmers Market, Dexter Michigan
💙🎟	June 20 8:00am-11:00am	Liberty Run at Heritage Park, Canton Michigan
🆓	June 20 8:00am-9:30am	Lillie parkrun at Lillie Park, Ann Arbor MI
🆓	June 20 8:00am-12:00pm	Saline Famers Market at Downtown Saline, Saline Michigan
	June 20 9:00am-10:00am	Toddler Time at Launch Trampoline at Launch Trampoline, Ann Arbor Michigan
🆓	June 20 9:00am-2:00pm	White Lotus Farms Farmers Market at White Lotus Farms, Ann Arbor MI
🆓	June 20 9:00am-1:00pm	Ypsilanti Farmers Market at Downtown Ypsilanti Farmers Market, Ypsilanti Michigan
💙🎟	June 20 10:00am-1:00pm	Mindful Mornings — Family Practice in Community Parks at Hunt Park, Ann Arbor Mcihigan A summer series of morning gatherings for families to slow down, practice mindfulness, and enjoy some unhurried time in the park. The intention is equal parts mindfulness and community — a chance to connect with other parents and kids in a relaxed outdoor setting, waking up our awareness powers while...Read More
	June 20 10:00am-12:00pm	Summer of Discovery at Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum, Ann Arbor MI
	June 20 10:00am-12:00pm	Summer of Discovery at Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum, Ann Arbor MI
💙🆓	June 20 10:00am-5:00pm	Wack-a-Doodle Day and Pet Parade at Downtown Tecumseh, Tecumseh Michigan
💙🎟	June 20 11:30am	Paddington in Peru - Summer Kids Series at Emagine Saline, Saline Michigan
💙🎟$	June 20 10:30am-11:30am	Little Paws Storytime at Humane Society of Huron Valley, Ann Arbor Michigan
🆓	June 20 10:30am-11:00am	Play the Kerrytown Chime at Kerrytown Market & Shops, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓	June 20 11:00am-2:00pm	Fairy Festival at Manchester District Library, Manchester Michigan
💙🆓	June 20 11:00am-12:00pm	Imagine That! Musical Story Theatre Show at Dexter District Library, Dexter Michigan
💙🆓	June 20 11:00am-11:30am	Japan Week | Japanese Storytime with Momo Kajiwara at Downtown Branch of AADL, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓	June 20 11:00am-11:30am	Spanish Storytime with Raquel at Pittsfield Branch Library, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓	June 20 11:00am-8:00pm	Ypsilanti Juneteenth Soulful Celebration at University Bank Ypsilanti, Ypsilanti Michigan
💙	June 20 12:00pm-3:00pm	Critter House Open Hours at Leslie Science & Nature Center, Ann Arbor MI
💙🎟	June 20 12:00pm-4:00pm	GrieveWell 2026 Annual Kite Festival at Lillie Park South, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🎟	June 20 12:00pm-11:00pm	Hamburg Fun Fest at Manly Bennet Park, Whitmore Lake Michigan
💙🆓	June 20 12:00pm-4:00pm	U-M Medical History Exhibit at Museum on Main Street, Ann Arbor Michigan This free exhibit celebrates the Medical School's 175th anniversary, and the 100th anniversary of the "Old Main" hospital that was U-M's flagship for more than 60 years. It runs on weekends through August 30. Kids and grownups can explore artifacts including 1800s surgical kits, a 1910s wheelchair, early scientific equipment...Read More
💙🆓	June 20 1:00pm-2:00pm	Diorama-rama at Traverwood Branch of AADL, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓	June 20 1:00pm-2:00pm	Fabric Stickers and Tape at Westgate Branch of AADL, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓	June 20 1:00pm-4:00pm	Juneteenth Drop-in Crafts at Ypsilanti District Library – Michigan Ave Branch, Ypsilanti Michigan
💙🎟$	June 20 2:00pm-4:00pm	Crafternoon: Collage magnets at SCRAP Creative Reuse, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓	June 20 4:00pm-5:00pm	Collage Playing Cards at Malletts Creek Branch Library, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓🎟	June 20 4:00pm-5:00pm	Kif-Kif Sisters: Returns Department at Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙	June 20 4:00pm-9:00pm	Saline Food Truck Festival at Washtenaw Farm Council Fairgrounds, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓	June 20 5:00pm-10:00pm	AADL Summer Fest Party! at Top of the Park, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓	June 20 5:00pm-7:30pm	Top of the Park KidZone - Build-A-Brain: with C.S Mott Children’s Hospital at Top of the Park, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓	June 20 5:00pm-10:00pm	Top of the Park Music at Top of the Park, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓	June 20 5:30pm-7:00pm	Top of the Park Annex - Supporting Kids at Every Age: A Mental Health Education Fair at Top of the Park, Ann Arbor Michigan
🆓	June 20 5:30pm	Top of the Park Retreat at Top of the Park, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓	June 20 6:00pm-7:00pm	Japan Week | The Sounds of Japan at Downtown Branch of AADL, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙	June 20 6:30pm-9:30pm	Shakespeare in the Arb 2026: Love's Labor's Lost at Nichols Arboretum, Ann Arbor Michigan

Sunday, June 21

	Date/Time	Event
💙🎟	June 19 3:00pm-12:00pm	Family Campout at Kensington Metropark, Milford Michigan
💙🎟	June 21 9:00am-4:30pm	Father's Day Buffet at Black Rock Bar & Grill, Ann Arbor Michigan
	June 21 9:00am-1:00pm	Tot Splash at Buhr Park Pool, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓	June 21 10:00am-1:00pm	Make Music Day - Eric Zhong at MilkShake Factory, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓	June 21 10:00am-12:00pm	Make Music Day: Musical Petting Zoo at Downtown Branch of AADL, Ann Arbor Michigan
	June 21 10:00am-12:00pm	Summer of Discovery at Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum, Ann Arbor MI
	June 21 10:00am-12:00pm	Summer of Discovery at Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum, Ann Arbor MI
🆓	June 21 10:00am-2:00pm	Whitmore Lake Farmers Market at Northfield Community Park, Whitmore Lake Michigan
💙🎟	June 21 11:30am	Paddington in Peru - Summer Kids Series at Emagine Saline, Saline Michigan
💙🎟	June 21 10:30am-12:00pm	Father's Day Fungi Hike at Leslie Science & Nature Center, Ann Arbor MI Celebrate Father’s Day with an adventure off the beaten path! Join LSNC for a guided hike into the fascinating world of fungi. Hit the trails together with an LSNC educator, to search for mushrooms big and small, while learning about the hidden world of fungi. Enjoy a special animal encounter...Read More
💙🆓	June 21 11:30am-3:00pm	Make Music Day - Molly Kober at MilkShake Factory, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓	June 21 11:30am-1:00pm	Make Music Day: Chemical Branch at Tea Haus, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓	June 21 12:00pm-2:00pm	Collage Making at Pittsfield Branch Library, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙	June 21 12:00pm-3:00pm	Critter House Open Hours at Leslie Science & Nature Center, Ann Arbor MI
💙🆓	June 21 12:00pm-4:00pm	U-M Medical History Exhibit at Museum on Main Street, Ann Arbor Michigan This free exhibit celebrates the Medical School's 175th anniversary, and the 100th anniversary of the "Old Main" hospital that was U-M's flagship for more than 60 years. It runs on weekends through August 30. Kids and grownups can explore artifacts including 1800s surgical kits, a 1910s wheelchair, early scientific equipment...Read More
💙🎟	June 21 12:30pm-2:00pm	Father's Day Fungi Hike at Leslie Science & Nature Center, Ann Arbor MI Celebrate Father’s Day with an adventure off the beaten path! Join LSNC for a guided hike into the fascinating world of fungi. Hit the trails together with an LSNC educator, to search for mushrooms big and small, while learning about the hidden world of fungi. Enjoy a special animal encounter...Read More
💙🆓	June 21 12:45pm-6:00pm	Make Music Day: 4th Avenue Block Party at 4th St Between Liberty & Washington, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🎟	June 21 1:00pm-5:00pm	Fairy Doors (May Edition) at SCRAP Creative Reuse, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓	June 21 1:00pm-3:00pm	Make Music Day: Folk Song Jam Along at Downtown Branch of AADL, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓🎟	June 21 2:00pm	Juneteenth Black Civil War Vets Bus Tour
💙🆓	June 21 2:00pm-4:00pm	Make Music Day: Jon Torrance at WSG Gallery, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓	June 21 3:00pm-4:30pm	Make Music Day | Intro to Home Recording at Downtown Branch of AADL, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓	June 21 3:00pm-8:00pm	Ypsilanti Juneteenth Celebration - Good Ole Gospel Concert at University Bank Ypsilanti, Ypsilanti Michigan
💙🆓🎟	June 21 4:00pm-5:00pm	Kif-Kif Sisters: Returns Department at Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓	June 21 4:00pm	Make Music Day: Free Organ Concert at Michigan Theater, Ann Arbor MI
💙🆓	June 21 4:00pm-6:00pm	Make Music Day: Garrett Schumann and Sara Tea of Resonant Soundscapes at Kerrytown Market & Shops, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓	June 21 4:00pm-6:30pm	Top of the Park KidZone: Experience the Love - Meet Certified Therapy Dogs at Top of the Park, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓	June 21 4:30pm-6:00pm	Make Music Day - DJ Workshop at Downtown Branch of AADL, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓	June 21 4:30pm-6:45pm	SOUSAPALLOOZA: Make Music Day at Top of the Park, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓	June 21 5:00pm-10:00pm	David Zinn at Top of the Park at Top of the Park, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓	June 21 5:00pm-10:00pm	Top of the Park Music at Top of the Park, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓	June 21 5:30pm	Top of the Park Annex - Ann-Hua Chinese Ensemble and Ann-Hua Choir at Top of the Park, Ann Arbor Michigan
🆓	June 21 5:30pm	Top of the Park Retreat at Top of the Park, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓🎟	June 21 6:00pm-7:00pm	Kif-Kif Sisters: Returns Department at Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓	June 21 6:30pm-8:45pm	Dragon and Lion Dance Parade - Top of the Park Spectacle at Top of the Park, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙	June 21 6:30pm-9:30pm	Shakespeare in the Arb 2026: Love's Labor's Lost at Nichols Arboretum, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓	June 21 7:15pm-10:00pm	Make Music Day: The Arboretum Music Venue at The Arboretum Music Venue, Saline Michigan
💙🆓	June 21 7:30pm-9:45pm	Afro Brazilian Capoeira Parade at Top of the Park, Ann Arbor Michigan
💙🆓	June 21 9:45pm-11:30pm	Coco - Top of the Park Movie at Top of the Park, Ann Arbor Michigan

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