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Winston-Salem 160th Juneteenth Festival at Bailey Park 2026

📍 Bailey Park, Innovation Quarter, Winston-Salem, NC 27101•📅 June 21, 2026

About This Event

Triad Cultural Arts hosts Winston-Salem's 160th Juneteenth Festival at Bailey Park and the adjacent Wake Forest Biotech Place on June 21, 2026. The festival showcases Afrocentric cultural exhibits, culinary selections, and merchandise. A Culinary Court features food trucks offering soul food classics and culturally inspired dishes; a marketplace features Afrocentric fashion, original art, and handcrafted jewelry. Live performances anchor the all-day celebration.

📅 When

June 21, 2026

📍 Where

Bailey Park, Innovation Quarter, Winston-Salem, NC 27101

Winston-Salem, NC

💵 Price

Free

👤 Organizer

Triad Cultural Arts, Inc.

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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 Winston-Salem

Winston-Salem, NC 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 Winston-Salem.

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Frequently asked questions

When is Winston-Salem 160th Juneteenth Festival at Bailey Park 2026?
June 21, 2026. Confirm exact start times with the organizer (Triad Cultural Arts, Inc.) before traveling.
Where is Winston-Salem 160th Juneteenth Festival at Bailey Park 2026 held?
Bailey Park, Innovation Quarter, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, Winston-Salem, NC. 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.