St. Louis Juneteenth 2026
Honor freedom in the Gateway City with St. Louis' historic Juneteenth celebrations.
Juneteenth 2026 Events in St. Louis
Juneteenth 2026 in St. Louis, Missouri brings 9 confirmed celebrations — from parades and festivals to concerts, family programs, and community block parties. Featured events include JuneteenthSTL - Dellwood Parade & Festival. Most St. Louis 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.
JuneteenthSTL - Dellwood Parade & Festival
St. Louis, MO • June 2026 (TBD)
Parade, performances, local vendors, and community celebration returning for 2026.
Delmar Loop Juneteenth Celebration 2026
St. Louis, MO • June 13, 2026
The Delmar Loop Juneteenth Celebration, June 13, 2026, fills one of St. Louis' liveliest commercial corridors with all-day programming. Festivities include the 5K Race for Reconciliation in the morning, an afternoon vendor fair, and an evening celebration with African dancers, drummers, musicians, and a car show.
Freedom in Equity Festival at Jones Park 2026
East St. Louis, IL • June 19, 2026
The Freedom in Equity Festival sponsored by Juneteenth Metro East runs from 11 a.m.–8 p.m. on June 19 at Jones Park in East St. Louis. The festival opens with a motorcade that heads to East St. Louis City Hall for a flag raising ceremony, followed by daylong programming with vendors, music, food, and community resources. Free and open to all.
Griot Museum 'FREE-DOME' Juneteenth Celebration 2026
St. Louis, MO • June 19, 2026
The Griot Museum of Black History hosts the 3rd Annual Juneteenth 'FREE-DOME' Celebration, a one-day family-oriented event celebrating the rich heritage, history, and culture of people of African descent. Activities take place on the museum grounds and in the surrounding St. Louis Place neighborhood.
Juneteenth at the Garden 2026
St. Louis, MO • June 19, 2026
Missouri Botanical Garden celebrates Juneteenth with garden-related programming including a cooking demonstration, bookbinding class, tours of the George Washington Carver Garden, and vendor activations throughout the day. Free or reduced admission for the holiday.
Taste of East Saint Louis Juneteenth 2026
East St. Louis, IL • June 19, 2026
The Taste of East Saint Louis takes place June 19, 2026 as part of the city's Juneteenth weekend, showcasing local Black-owned restaurants, food vendors and culinary talent in the metro east region.
Illinois Black Woodstock Festival East St. Louis 2026
East St. Louis, IL • June 20, 2026
The Illinois Black Woodstock Festival returns June 20, 2026 to East St. Louis featuring live music, vendors, and a celebration of Black culture, freedom and community. Hosted by the Black Woodstock Foundation.
Dellwood Juneteenth Parade (Community Listing)
St. Louis, MO • June 2026 (TBD)
Community parade with civic groups and marching units; details posted closer to June.
NIC-STL Juneteenth Festival - Soulard Park
St. Louis, MO • June 2026 (TBD)
Community festival with parade, live music, and vendors; 2026 registrations coming soon.
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