SoulTeenth Fest 2026 (SoulFeast Week)
About This Event
SoulTeenth Fest, the centerpiece Juneteenth celebration of Kentucky's SoulFeast Week, takes place Saturday, June 20, 2026 from 2:00–9:00 PM at Gatton Park on Manchester Street. The festival honors Black culture through entrepreneurship, culinary artistry, and community, featuring live performances, chef cooking demonstrations, dozens of Black-owned vendors, an art and crafts marketplace, and family activities. SoulFeast Week (June 18–21) extends programming across The Melroy on Broadway, The Vine Lexington, Greyline Station, and Gatton Park as Kentucky's largest Black culinary and culture festival.
📅 When
Jun 20, 2026
📍 Where
Gatton Park, 795 Manchester St., Lexington, KY 40508
Lexington, KY
💵 Price
Free general admission
👤 Organizer
SoulFeast Week
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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 Lexington
Lexington, KY 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 4 additional Juneteenth events in Lexington.
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Frequently asked questions
- When is SoulTeenth Fest 2026 (SoulFeast Week)?
- Jun 20, 2026. Confirm exact start times with the organizer (SoulFeast Week) before traveling.
- Where is SoulTeenth Fest 2026 (SoulFeast Week) held?
- Gatton Park, 795 Manchester St., Lexington, KY 40508, Lexington, KY. 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.