Petersburg Juneteenth & Father's Day Celebration
About This Event
The City of Petersburg hosts a Juneteenth & Father's Day Celebration at the Old Towne Civic Center starting at 4pm. The community event combines Juneteenth recognition with Father's Day programming featuring music, family activities and local vendors in the historic Old Towne district of Virginia's storied African American capital. Free and open to the public.
📅 When
June 19, 2026
📍 Where
Old Towne Civic Center, Petersburg, VA 23803
Petersburg, VA
💵 Price
Free
👤 Organizer
City of Petersburg
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What to expect at a family-friendly Juneteenth event
Family events lean into accessibility — kid-paced programming, age-appropriate history activities, craft tables, storytime hours, sing-alongs, and food vendors with options for picky eaters. Most run 2 to 3 hours during midday or early afternoon. Strollers welcome; some venues offer shaded family rest areas. A great low-stakes choice for first-time Juneteenth attendees with kids.
About Juneteenth in Petersburg
Petersburg, VA 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 2 additional Juneteenth events in Petersburg.
Other Juneteenth events in Petersburg
- Petersburg Juneteenth at Pocahontas Island 2026Petersburg, VA · June 19, 2026
- Juneteenth Jazz Experience with Marcus Johnson — PetersburgPetersburg, VA · June 20, 2026
- Juneteenth, A Freedom Celebration - Elegba Folklore SocietyRichmond, VA · June 2026 (TBD)
- Norfolk Juneteenth Freedom Fest - Town Point ParkNorfolk, VA · June 2026 (TBD)
Frequently asked questions
- When is Petersburg Juneteenth & Father's Day Celebration?
- June 19, 2026. Confirm exact start times with the organizer (City of Petersburg) before traveling.
- Where is Petersburg Juneteenth & Father's Day Celebration held?
- Old Towne Civic Center, Petersburg, VA 23803, Petersburg, VA. 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.