Lift Every Voice: Juneteenth Drone & Light Show at Stone Mountain Park
About This Event
Stone Mountain Park's Lift Every Voice is a free nightly drone, laser, and fireworks tribute that lights up the granite face with imagery celebrating African American culture and history. Running June 18–21, 2026, the show layers four narrative chapters across the night sky: Motown legends and Black music history, Black athletes and pop-culture icons, civil rights heroes from the Sweet Auburn movement to today, and faith traditions that sustained the long arc toward freedom. The setting itself adds weight: a park whose visual identity is being actively reimagined uses the technology of light to broadcast a Juneteenth story across one of the South's most-visited public landscapes. Families can pair the show with daytime park attractions, kayaking, or the Lakeside Zip Line.
📅 When
June 19, 2026
📍 Where
Stone Mountain Park, 1000 Robert E Lee Blvd, Stone Mountain, GA 30083
Atlanta, GA
💵 Price
Free
👤 Organizer
Stone Mountain Park
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Cultural programs go deeper than festivals — think curated exhibits, panel discussions, gallery talks, dance performances, oral history projects, and film screenings. They’re generally shorter (1 to 3 hours) and ticketed venues often waive admission for Juneteenth. Dress is typically smart casual. These programs are excellent first Juneteenth experiences for visitors who want context before joining a parade or block party.
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 Lift Every Voice: Juneteenth Drone & Light Show at Stone Mountain Park?
- June 19, 2026. Confirm exact start times with the organizer (Stone Mountain Park) before traveling.
- Where is Lift Every Voice: Juneteenth Drone & Light Show at Stone Mountain Park held?
- Stone Mountain Park, 1000 Robert E Lee Blvd, Stone Mountain, GA 30083, 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.