Juneteenth Celebration at Marcus Bar & Grille
About This Event
Chef Marcus Samuelsson's Old Fourth Ward restaurant hosts a summer Juneteenth cookout rooted in the African American culinary traditions that shaped the holiday's table from its earliest Texas observances. The kitchen plates fried catfish, smoked jerk chicken, prime beef hot links, and crab-topped fried green tomatoes alongside the signature Edgewood Freeze cocktail, while local DJs spin throughout the evening. Held steps from the Atlanta BeltLine in the historic Old Fourth Ward — the neighborhood where Martin Luther King Jr. was born — the event also spotlights local Black-owned businesses, framing food and entrepreneurship as twin expressions of the freedom Juneteenth marks. A James Beard Award–winning chef in a neighborhood thick with civil rights history makes for a uniquely Atlanta observance.
📅 When
June 19, 2026
📍 Where
525 Edgewood Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30312
Atlanta, GA
💵 Price
Free
👤 Organizer
Marcus Bar & Grille
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Juneteenth events combine celebration, reflection, and community. Programming generally includes live performances, food, family-friendly activities, and opportunities to learn about the history of June 19, 1865 — when enslaved people in Galveston, Texas finally heard they were free. Most events welcome all ages and backgrounds; arriving early helps secure a good spot.
About Juneteenth in Atlanta
Atlanta, GA marks Juneteenth alongside hundreds of other US cities, with celebrations rooted in local Black history and shaped by the people, churches, and community organizations that have sustained the day for generations. Whether you’re attending your first Juneteenth or your fortieth, the goal is the same: gather, remember, and celebrate freedom together. Our directory currently lists 12 additional Juneteenth events in Atlanta.
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Frequently asked questions
- When is Juneteenth Celebration at Marcus Bar & Grille?
- June 19, 2026. Confirm exact start times with the organizer (Marcus Bar & Grille) before traveling.
- Where is Juneteenth Celebration at Marcus Bar & Grille held?
- 525 Edgewood Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30312, Atlanta, GA. Check the event website for parking and accessibility details.
- Is this event free to attend?
- Yes. This Juneteenth event is free and open to the public. Some sub-events (food, vendor purchases, optional workshops) may have separate costs.
- What should I bring?
- Plan for outdoor weather. Bring sunscreen, water, comfortable shoes, a hat or umbrella, cash for vendors (some are cash-only), and a portable phone charger. If chairs aren’t provided, a foldable seat or blanket is useful.
- Is the event family-friendly?
- Most Juneteenth celebrations welcome all ages. Family-specific programming varies by event — many include kids’ zones, face painting, and family activities. Strollers are usually welcome at outdoor venues.