5th Annual Salt Lake Juneteenth Celebration 2026
About This Event
The 5th Annual Salt Lake Juneteenth is a FREE community celebration in the heart of downtown Salt Lake City at The Gateway. The festival features Utah's largest Black-Owned Business Expo, live performances on the Entertainment Stage, a Black Art Gallery, food vendors, child-friendly activities in the Kids' Corner, roller skating, and more. Organized by Salt Lake Juneteenth in partnership with The Gateway and the Utah Division of Multicultural Affairs.
📅 When
June 20, 2026
📍 Where
The Gateway, 400 W 100 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84101
Salt Lake City, UT
💵 Price
Free
👤 Organizer
Salt Lake Juneteenth
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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 Salt Lake City
Salt Lake City, UT 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.
Other Juneteenth events in UT
Frequently asked questions
- When is 5th Annual Salt Lake Juneteenth Celebration 2026?
- June 20, 2026. Confirm exact start times with the organizer (Salt Lake Juneteenth) before traveling.
- Where is 5th Annual Salt Lake Juneteenth Celebration 2026 held?
- The Gateway, 400 W 100 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84101, Salt Lake City, UT. 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.