Let The Good Times Roll Festival - Saturday
About This Event
Saturday of the 39th Annual Let The Good Times Roll Juneteenth Festival is the festival's biggest day, drawing tens of thousands to Festival Plaza on the Red River in downtown Shreveport. The day features back-to-back main stage performances across soul, gospel, hip-hop and R&B, alongside a packed food court of Louisiana favorites and an art market of Black-owned makers. Activities for kids, a community resource area, and free programming from local nonprofits round out the day. Hosted by Rho Omega & Friends, Inc., the festival has been a cornerstone of Black culture in North Louisiana since 1986 and remains the largest Juneteenth gathering in the state.
📅 When
Jun 20, 2026
📍 Where
Festival Plaza, 101 Crockett St, Shreveport, LA 71101
Shreveport, LA
💵 Price
Ticketed
👤 Organizer
Rho Omega & Friends, Inc.
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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 Shreveport
Shreveport, 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 3 additional Juneteenth events in Shreveport.
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Frequently asked questions
- When is Let The Good Times Roll Festival - Saturday?
- Jun 20, 2026. Confirm exact start times with the organizer (Rho Omega & Friends, Inc.) before traveling.
- Where is Let The Good Times Roll Festival - Saturday held?
- Festival Plaza, 101 Crockett St, Shreveport, LA 71101, Shreveport, LA. Check the event website for parking and accessibility details.
- How much does this event cost?
- Listed price: Ticketed. Pricing for individual activities, vendors, and food may vary. Check the event website for current ticket details.
- 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.