Long Island Juneteenth Cultural Festival - Vendor & Performances Day 2026
About This Event
Long Island's Annual Juneteenth Cultural Festival, recognized as Long Island's largest Juneteenth celebration, returns Saturday, June 20, 2026, from 12 PM to 6 PM at the Hicksville LIRR outdoor grounds. The festival features food vendor exhibitions, dozens of local Black-owned vendors, a live DJ, African drumming, dance, and live performances. Hosted by Black Legacy Partners in partnership with the NAACP Hempstead Branch and the MTA.
📅 When
June 20, 2026
📍 Where
Hicksville LIRR Outdoor Grounds, Hicksville, NY 11801
Hicksville, NY
💵 Price
Free
👤 Organizer
Black Legacy Partners / NAACP Hempstead Branch
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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 Hicksville
Hicksville, NY 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 1 additional Juneteenth event in Hicksville.
Other Juneteenth events in Hicksville
- Long Island's Juneteenth Cultural FestivalHicksville, NY · June 20, 2026
- Buffalo Juneteenth Festival - MLK ParkBuffalo, NY · June 2026 (TBD)
- ArtsWestchester ArtsMobile at White Plains Juneteenth 2026White Plains, NY · June 13, 2026
- White Plains Juneteenth Festival at Rural Cemetery 2026White Plains, NY · June 13, 2026
Frequently asked questions
- When is Long Island Juneteenth Cultural Festival - Vendor & Performances Day 2026?
- June 20, 2026. Confirm exact start times with the organizer (Black Legacy Partners / NAACP Hempstead Branch) before traveling.
- Where is Long Island Juneteenth Cultural Festival - Vendor & Performances Day 2026 held?
- Hicksville LIRR Outdoor Grounds, Hicksville, NY 11801, Hicksville, NY. 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.