Memphis Juneteenth Urban Music Festival
About This Event
Live music and entertainment at Health Sciences Park with guest speakers, Kidz Zone, vendor market, and a Juneteenth Shop Black Festival highlighting local Black-owned businesses.
📅 When
June 19, 2026
📍 Where
Health Sciences Park, downtown Memphis
Memphis, TN
💵 Price
Free
👤 Organizer
Memphis Juneteenth Urban Music Festival
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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 Memphis
Memphis, TN 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 5 additional Juneteenth events in Memphis.
Other Juneteenth events in Memphis
- Memphis Juneteenth Festival - Medical District ParkMemphis, TN · June 2026 (TBD)
- Juneteenth Community Day at the National Civil Rights Museum 2026Memphis, TN · June 19, 2026
- National Civil Rights Museum - Juneteenth Community DayMemphis, TN · June 19, 2026 (TBD hours)
- Memphis Juneteenth - Community Fun Run/WalkMemphis, TN · June 2026 (TBD)
Frequently asked questions
- When is Memphis Juneteenth Urban Music Festival?
- June 19, 2026. Confirm exact start times with the organizer (Memphis Juneteenth Urban Music Festival) before traveling.
- Where is Memphis Juneteenth Urban Music Festival held?
- Health Sciences Park, downtown Memphis, Memphis, TN. 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.