Beaches Museum Juneteenth: Celebrate Freedom Performance 2026
About This Event
The Beaches Museum hosts its annual Juneteenth: Celebrate Freedom performance on Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 6:30 PM in its historic chapel. The intimate concert features the Ritz Chamber Players in a program that blends spirituals, classical pieces, and reflection on the meaning of emancipation in coastal Florida.
📅 When
June 18, 2026
📍 Where
Beaches Museum Chapel, 381 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
Jacksonville Beach, FL
💵 Price
TBA
👤 Organizer
Beaches Museum
Connect with Organizer
Share This Event
What to expect at a Juneteenth concert
Juneteenth concerts span gospel, jazz, R&B, soul, hip-hop, and Afrobeats — sometimes all in one lineup. Outdoor stages are common, so bring layers and a low chair if seating isn’t provided. Doors typically open 30 to 60 minutes before the first set. Food and drink vendors are usually on-site; cash is still safer than card at smaller events. Many performers wait until the final hour for headline acts, so pace yourself.
About Juneteenth in Jacksonville Beach
Jacksonville Beach, FL 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.
Other Juneteenth events in FL
Frequently asked questions
- When is Beaches Museum Juneteenth: Celebrate Freedom Performance 2026?
- June 18, 2026. Confirm exact start times with the organizer (Beaches Museum) before traveling.
- Where is Beaches Museum Juneteenth: Celebrate Freedom Performance 2026 held?
- Beaches Museum Chapel, 381 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250, Jacksonville Beach, FL. Check the event website for parking and accessibility details.
- How much does this event cost?
- Listed price: TBA. 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.