Hella Juneteenth Festival - OMCA Oakland
About This Event
Bay Area's major Juneteenth day of food, music, art and culture championed by Hella Creative.
📅 When
June 19, 2026
📍 Where
Oakland Museum of California, 1000 Oak St, Oakland, CA 94607
Oakland, CA
💵 Price
Ticketed (see site)
👤 Organizer
Hella Creative
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What to expect at a Juneteenth festival
Juneteenth festivals are the heart of the holiday — multi-hour, family-friendly, and densely programmed. Expect a main stage with rotating performances, vendor rows featuring Black-owned businesses, food trucks heavy on barbecue and Southern cuisine, kids’ zones with face painting and bounce houses, history exhibits or living-history performers, and community resource booths. Plan to spend two to four hours if you want to see the lineup; longer if you’re bringing children. Entry is free at most festivals, but tipping vendors and supporting local businesses is part of the day.
About Juneteenth in Oakland
Oakland, CA 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 2 additional Juneteenth events in Oakland.
Other Juneteenth events in Oakland
- Oakland Juneteenth Street Festival - Freedom Day!Oakland, CA · June 21, 2026
- LakeFest Oakland — 7th AnnualOakland, CA · June 27, 2026
- SF Juneteenth Freedom Celebration in the FillmoreSan Francisco, CA · June 13, 2026
- Juneteenth with Chance the Rapper at the Hollywood BowlLos Angeles, CA · June 19, 2026
Frequently asked questions
- When is Hella Juneteenth Festival - OMCA Oakland?
- June 19, 2026. Confirm exact start times with the organizer (Hella Creative) before traveling.
- Where is Hella Juneteenth Festival - OMCA Oakland held?
- Oakland Museum of California, 1000 Oak St, Oakland, CA 94607, Oakland, CA. Check the event website for parking and accessibility details.
- How much does this event cost?
- Listed price: Ticketed (see site). Pricing for individual activities, vendors, and food may vary. Check the event website for current ticket details.
- 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.