New Orleans Juneteenth Festival 2026
About This Event
The 7th Annual NOLA Juneteenth Festival takes place Friday, June 19, 2026 from 12 PM to 5:30 PM at historic Congo Square. The festival features live music from favorite artists, bands, and dancers; shopping with Black-owned vendors; and information from community resources and local HBCUs. Free and open to the public, the celebration is anchored at one of the most significant sites of African American cultural heritage in the United States.
📅 When
June 19, 2026
📍 Where
Congo Square, Louis Armstrong Park, 701 N Rampart St, New Orleans, LA 70116
New Orleans, LA
💵 Price
Free
👤 Organizer
New Orleans Juneteenth Festival
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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 New Orleans
New Orleans, LA 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 New Orleans.
Other Juneteenth events in New Orleans
Frequently asked questions
- When is New Orleans Juneteenth Festival 2026?
- June 19, 2026. Confirm exact start times with the organizer (New Orleans Juneteenth Festival) before traveling.
- Where is New Orleans Juneteenth Festival 2026 held?
- Congo Square, Louis Armstrong Park, 701 N Rampart St, New Orleans, LA 70116, New Orleans, LA. 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.