Mobile Alabama Africatown Drummers — Juneteenth Performance
About This Event
A featured Juneteenth performance by the Mobile Alabama Africatown Drummers, whose drumming honors the West African heritage carried to Mobile aboard the Clotilda. The drummers headline the cultural programming inside the city's annual Mardi Gras Park Juneteenth Celebration, alongside line dancing, a live DJ, food trucks, and children's activities. Free and open to the public from 2-5 p.m.
📅 When
June 19, 2026
📍 Where
Mardi Gras Park, 401 Church St, Mobile, AL 36602
Mobile, AL
💵 Price
Free
👤 Organizer
City of Mobile
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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 Mobile
Mobile, AL 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 10 additional Juneteenth events in Mobile.
Other Juneteenth events in Mobile
Frequently asked questions
- When is Mobile Alabama Africatown Drummers — Juneteenth Performance?
- June 19, 2026. Confirm exact start times with the organizer (City of Mobile) before traveling.
- Where is Mobile Alabama Africatown Drummers — Juneteenth Performance held?
- Mardi Gras Park, 401 Church St, Mobile, AL 36602, Mobile, AL. 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.