Rochester Juneteenth 2026
Discover Juneteenth 2026 celebrations in Rochester, NY.
Juneteenth 2026 Events in Rochester
Juneteenth 2026 in Rochester, New York brings 6 confirmed celebrations — from parades and festivals to concerts, family programs, and community block parties. Featured events include Rochester NAACP Juneteenth Celebration MLK Park 2026 and 2026 Rochester Juneteenth Festival. Most Rochester Juneteenth events fall on or near June 19, with the largest celebrations spanning the weekend of June 19–21, 2026. Browse every approved event below to plan your weekend, find free festivals, and discover concerts, parades, and family-friendly activities near you. New listings are added throughout the spring as organizers confirm dates.
Rochester NAACP Juneteenth Celebration MLK Park 2026
Rochester, MN • June 14, 2026
The NAACP Rochester Branch hosts its annual Juneteenth celebration at Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park featuring diverse food vendors, a community food pantry, musical performances, a Black history exhibit, and free health screenings. Free and open to all.
2026 Rochester Juneteenth Festival
Rochester, NY • June 19-20, 2026
Two-day Juneteenth festival and parade with the theme "Beloved Community," featuring vendors, performances, and family activities.
Juneteenth Community Celebration at The Strong
Rochester, NY • June 19, 2026
Free admission and parking at The Strong in partnership with Rochester Area Community Foundation and Greater Rochester MLK Jr. Commission, with performances and activities celebrating Black history and culture.
City of Rochester 2026 Juneteenth Festival & Parade
Rochester, NY • June 19, 2026
The City of Rochester, the Greater Rochester Martin Luther King Jr. Commission, and Rochester Area Community Foundation present the 2026 Juneteenth Festival & Parade on Friday, June 19 and Saturday, June 20, 2026 at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park. This year's theme is 'Beloved Community.' Free and open to all, the festival features a parade, live entertainment, food vendors, family-friendly activities, and community resource tables.
SOUL FLOW: Rochester Juneteenth Celebration 2026
Rochester, MN • June 19, 2026
SOUL FLOW is downtown Rochester's Juneteenth Celebration featuring music, dance, spoken word, and community vendors. Hosted in coordination with downtown Rochester partners as part of the city's broader Juneteenth weekend.
Rochester MN Juneteenth Festival at MLK Park 2026
Rochester, MN • June 20, 2026
The Greater Rochester Martin Luther King Jr. Commission and Rochester Area Community Foundation present the 2026 Juneteenth Festival on June 19-20, 2026 at Martin Luther King Jr. Park in Rochester, Minnesota. The 2026 theme is 'Beloved Community.' The free festival features a parade, vendor market, and community programming.
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