Myrtle Beach Juneteenth at Mary C. Canty Recreation Center 2026
About This Event
The City of Myrtle Beach hosts its annual Juneteenth observance at the Mary C. Canty Recreation Center, named for the Booker T. Washington Neighborhood civic leader. The free community event features live entertainment, food, kids activities, and educational programming about the history and significance of Juneteenth. Programming highlights the Booker T. Washington and Carver Street neighborhoods, the historic heart of Black Myrtle Beach.
📅 When
June 19, 2026
📍 Where
Mary C. Canty Recreation Center, 1500 Carver St, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
Myrtle Beach, SC
💵 Price
Free
👤 Organizer
City of Myrtle Beach
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What to expect at a Juneteenth community celebration
Community celebrations are smaller-scale, neighborhood-rooted gatherings. Held at churches, community centers, parks, or block-party-style on residential streets. Expect a potluck or shared meal, kids’ activities, local performers, neighborhood storytellers, and a strong "everyone is welcome but please show up" energy. These events are often the best window into how a specific city remembers Juneteenth — more authentic than the marquee festivals.
About Juneteenth in Myrtle Beach
Myrtle Beach, SC 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 Myrtle Beach.
Other Juneteenth events in Myrtle Beach
- Myrtle Beach Juneteenth Celebration 2026Myrtle Beach, SC · June 19, 2026
- Columbia Juneteenth Freedom Festival - Downtown CelebrationColumbia, SC · June 2026 (TBD)
- Columbia Museum of Art Juneteenth Free Day 2026Columbia, SC · June 19, 2026
- Lowcountry Juneteenth Week 2026 (J19 Week)Charleston, SC · June 19, 2026
Frequently asked questions
- When is Myrtle Beach Juneteenth at Mary C. Canty Recreation Center 2026?
- June 19, 2026. Confirm exact start times with the organizer (City of Myrtle Beach) before traveling.
- Where is Myrtle Beach Juneteenth at Mary C. Canty Recreation Center 2026 held?
- Mary C. Canty Recreation Center, 1500 Carver St, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577, Myrtle Beach, SC. 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.