Juneteenth at Sharswood 2026
About This Event
Juneteenth celebration at the historic Sharswood site in Pittsylvania County featuring live musical performances, food vendors, guided tours, a vehicle showcase, and face painting activities for families. A VA250 partner event.
📅 When
June 14, 2026
📍 Where
Sharswood, Pittsylvania County, VA
Chatham, VA
💵 Price
Free
👤 Organizer
Sharswood / VA250
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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 Chatham
Chatham, 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.
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- 5th Annual Juneteenth Freedom Day Festival on the Portsmouth WaterfrontPortsmouth, VA · 2026-06-19
- 2nd Annual Suffolk Juneteenth Festival at Downtown Festival ParkSuffolk, VA · 2026-06-20
Frequently asked questions
- When is Juneteenth at Sharswood 2026?
- June 14, 2026. Confirm exact start times with the organizer (Sharswood / VA250) before traveling.
- Where is Juneteenth at Sharswood 2026 held?
- Sharswood, Pittsylvania County, VA, Chatham, 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.