Juneteenth in Tennessee 2026
12 celebrations across 2 cities.
Juneteenth 2026 across Tennessee brings together 12 confirmed celebrations in 2 cities — from major-market festivals and parades to neighborhood block parties, faith-based gatherings, and free community concerts. Featured statewide events include Juneteenth615 - Fort Negley, Memphis Juneteenth Festival - Medical District Park. Most Tennessee Juneteenth events fall on or near Friday, June 19, 2026, with the largest celebrations spanning the weekend of June 19–21. Browse every approved event below, or jump straight to a city.
Tennessee Cities
All Tennessee Juneteenth Events
Juneteenth615 - Fort Negley
Nashville, TN • June 19, 2026 (TBD)
City's signature Juneteenth celebration with live music and fireworks.
Memphis Juneteenth Festival - Medical District Park
Memphis, TN • June 2026 (TBD)
The city's flagship Juneteenth festival: live music, vendors, health & wellness zone, and youth/family programming.
Juneteenth: Celebration of Freedom at Bessie Smith Cultural Center
Chattanooga, TN • June 19, 2026
Bessie Smith Cultural Center's annual Juneteenth Freedom Day celebration with kids activities, live music, free museum admission, documentary screening, food trucks, and a Black market.
Juneteenth Spruce Up
Knoxville, TN • June 19, 2026
Annual Juneteenth Spruce Up community service event removing litter from the Austin-East High School area, organized by AIA East Tennessee in partnership with Keep Knoxville Beautiful.
Memphis Juneteenth Urban Music Festival
Memphis, TN • June 19, 2026
Live music and entertainment at Health Sciences Park with guest speakers, Kidz Zone, vendor market, and a Juneteenth Shop Black Festival highlighting local Black-owned businesses.
Juneteenth Commemoration Ceremony
Chattanooga, TN • June 19, 2026
Chattanooga Festivals of Black Arts & Ideas Juneteenth Commemoration Ceremony at Walker Theater (free with RSVP).
Knoxville MLK Parade & Juneteenth Celebration
Knoxville, TN • June 19, 2026
Annual Juneteenth parade beginning at Chilhowee Park and culminating in a community celebration at Dr. Walter Hardy Park.
National Civil Rights Museum - Juneteenth Community Day
Memphis, TN • June 19, 2026 (TBD hours)
Free admission day with special programs honoring emancipation, civic engagement, and community wellness.
South Chattanooga Juneteenth Celebration
Chattanooga, TN • June 20, 2026
Inaugural community Juneteenth celebration with music, food, vendors, and fellowship.
NMAAM - Juneteenth Free Day & Programs
Nashville, TN • June 2026 (TBD)
Museum programs and free admission day celebrating freedom and culture.
Tennessee State Museum - Juneteenth Celebration
Nashville, TN • June 2026 (TBD)
Talks, performances, kids' crafts, and special exhibits.
Memphis Juneteenth - Community Fun Run/Walk
Memphis, TN • June 2026 (TBD)
Community 5K-style run/walk tied to the festival weekend; volunteer calls and route support posted annually.
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