Free Juneteenth Events 2026
435 confirmed events across America.
The vast majority of Juneteenth events are free and open to the public — that openness is part of the holiday's tradition. The list below filters our directory for confirmed free Juneteenth 2026 events across every city we track. Many of these draw the largest crowds; arrive early for parking and seating.
SF Juneteenth Freedom Celebration in the Fillmore
San Francisco, CA • June 13, 2026
Free 8-block Fillmore festival with live music across multiple genres, food trucks, soul food, beer & wine garden, classic car show, and family activities — 11am-6pm.
Western PA Juneteenth Celebration - Downtown
Pittsburgh, PA • June 18-21, 2026
Multi-day free outdoor festival with national acts, marketplace and family programming.
Juneteenth Atlanta Parade & Music Festival
Atlanta, GA • June 19-21, 2026
Three-day celebration with live music, vendors, parade, cultural programming and family activities.
Overtown "Third on 3rd" Juneteenth Celebration
Miami, FL • June 19-22, 2026 (TBD)
Four-day series spotlighting Overtown's cultural legacy with music, art, and community empowerment.
Avondale Juneteenth
Phoenix, AZ • June 19, 2026
Live music, dance, crafts, soul food, fashion, and educational activities.
King Arts Complex Juneteenth Commemoration
Columbus, OH • June 19, 2026
Community day with speakers, vendors, poetry slam, and youth activities.
The Yard: HBCU-Themed Juneteenth Block Party
Seattle, WA • June 19, 2026
HBCU-style homecoming block party with live DJs, performances, craft beverages, family-friendly activities, and local Black community organizations.
Galveston Island Juneteenth Festival & Celebration
Galveston, TX • June 19, 2026
Free, family-friendly festival at the birthplace of Juneteenth with music, vendors, and community programming.
Opal's Walk for Freedom
Fort Worth, TX • June 19, 2026
2.5-mile community walk led by Dr. Opal Lee, the "Grandmother of Juneteenth," ending with a celebration at the 50-yard line of Farrington Field. The 2.5 miles honors the 2.5 years it took for news of freedom to reach Texas.
BCRI Freedom Day - Free Admission & Programs
Birmingham, AL • June 19, 2026 (TBD hours)
Free admission day with talks, kids zone, vendors, live broadcasts and community programming.
Milwaukee Juneteenth Day - Parade & Rose Park Festival
Milwaukee, WI • June 19, 2026 (TBD)
One of the nation's longest-running Juneteenth Day celebrations with parade and four-block festival.
Juneteenth615 - Fort Negley
Nashville, TN • June 19, 2026 (TBD)
City's signature Juneteenth celebration with live music and fireworks.
Central Texas Juneteenth Parade & Rosewood Park Festival
Austin, TX • June 19, 2026 (TBD)
Historic parade with floats & entertainment, followed by the all-day Rosewood Park festival.
Tampa Bay Juneteenth Festival - Raymond James Stadium
Tampa, FL • June 20, 2026
ROC the Block's flagship festival with weeklong programming and big Saturday finale at RayJay.
Juneteenth Celebration 365 - Jax Melanin Market
Jacksonville, FL • June 20, 2026
Marketplace festival with performers, Black-owned vendors, food, and family activities.
Juneteenth 407 Weekend
Orlando, FL • June 2026 (TBD)
Scavenger hunt, block party, brunch and small-business activations across the 407.
Norfolk Juneteenth Freedom Fest - Town Point Park
Norfolk, VA • June 2026 (TBD)
Waterfront celebration with music, vendors, fireworks and cultural tributes.
Sacramento Juneteenth Festival - William Land Park
Sacramento, CA • June 2026 (TBD)
Annual family-friendly festival with live entertainment, vendors, history exhibits and parade elements.
Tulsa Juneteenth Festival - Historic Greenwood District
Tulsa, OK • June 2026 (TBD)
Major Juneteenth celebration in the historic Greenwood District with live performances, food, and art.
Durham Juneteenth Freedom Celebration - Central Park
Durham, NC • June 2026 (TBD)
Durham's flagship Juneteenth festival featuring live performances, vendors, and local food trucks celebrating Black excellence.
Charlotte Juneteenth Festival - Freedom Park
Charlotte, NC • June 2026 (TBD)
Charlotte's largest Juneteenth celebration with live music, vendors, family fun zone and community activations honoring freedom.
San Antonio Official Juneteenth Festival
San Antonio, TX • June 2026 (TBD)
Citywide Juneteenth festival with music, vendors, food, family activities.
Juneteenth at The Wright - Programs & Family Day
Detroit, MI • June 2026 (TBD)
Day-long Juneteenth programming at The Wright: talks, performances, family activities; prior years included an 8-mile community bike ride and free/low-cost entry windows.
Juneteenth Freedom Festival - Jackson, MS
Jackson, MS • June 2026 (TBD)
Main Juneteenth festival in Jackson with concerts, family fun zone, food trucks, and local artists.
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.
Indy Juneteenth Festival at Indiana State Fairgrounds
Indianapolis, IN • June 2026 (TBD)
The city's flagship Juneteenth festival is slated to move to the Fairgrounds for 2026-27.
AFRAM - Baltimore's Official Juneteenth Celebration
Baltimore, MD • June 2026 (TBD)
One of the East Coast's largest Black cultural festivals; multi-stage concerts, vendors, family activities over Juneteenth weekend.
New Orleans Juneteenth Festival - Congo Square
New Orleans, LA • June 2026 (TBD)
New Orleans' premier Juneteenth festival featuring live music, second-line parades, food vendors, and arts markets celebrating freedom and heritage.
Juneteenth Celebration at the River Market
Little Rock, AR • June 2026 (TBD)
Flagship Juneteenth event in Little Rock featuring food trucks, art vendors, and live performances.
Columbia Juneteenth Freedom Festival - Downtown Celebration
Columbia, SC • June 2026 (TBD)
Flagship city event featuring live music, food trucks, vendors, and cultural performances celebrating African American heritage.
Buffalo Juneteenth Festival - MLK Park
Buffalo, NY • June 2026 (TBD)
One of the nation's largest and oldest Juneteenth celebrations, featuring parades, cultural performances, and vendors.
Cooper Family Foundation Juneteenth - Memorial Park
San Diego, CA • June 2026 (TBD)
Large community festival with two stages, history wall, kids zone, food, and vendors.
JuneteenthSTL - Dellwood Parade & Festival
St. Louis, MO • June 2026 (TBD)
Parade, performances, local vendors, and community celebration returning for 2026.
Cleveland Juneteenth Freedom Fest - Mall C
Cleveland, OH • June 2026 (TBD)
City-wide, family-friendly Juneteenth festival with performances and vendors.
Juneteenth, A Freedom Celebration - Elegba Folklore Society
Richmond, VA • June 2026 (TBD)
Signature riverfront ceremony, performances, vendors, and ancestry tributes along the Trail of Enslaved Africans.
JuneteenthKC Heritage Festival - 18th & Vine
Kansas City, MO • June 2026 (TBD)
KC's flagship Juneteenth festival with main stages, vendors, family zone and cultural programming.
Juneteenth Music Festival - Five Points
Denver, CO • June 2026 (TBD)
One of the nation's largest Juneteenth fests with parade, stages, vendors and family activities.
Cincinnati Juneteenth Festival - Eden Park
Cincinnati, OH • June 2026 (TBD)
Long-running family festival with parade of flags, entertainment and community booths in Eden Park.
Capital City Juneteenth Celebration - Dix Park
Raleigh, NC • June 2026 (TBD)
City's signature outdoor Juneteenth with music, vendors and family activities (2025 weather cancel; returns 2026).
Hobbs New Mexico Juneteenth
Hobbs , NM • Jun 20, 2026
The Hobbs Juneteenth Committee is proud to host the 2026 Hobbs Juneteenth Freedom Festival from Friday June Friday June 19, 2026 to Sunday June 21, 2026. This year's marks the 32nd Annual Hobbs Juneteenth Freedom Festival.
Muncie Juneteenth: I Am — A Vision of Our Future Exhibit 2026
Muncie, IN • June 1, 2026
Created in partnership with Muncie Juneteenth, the I Am: A Vision of Our Future exhibit at Minnetrista runs through June 7, 2026 and turns the spotlight to the community's youth. The exhibit invites children to imagine themselves as scientists, artists, leaders, and caregivers and captures those visions in striking portraits—each portrait a declaration of identity and aspiration.
Grand Rapids Juneteenth Jam 2026
Grand Rapids, MI • June 12, 2026
The 6th annual Justice 4 All Juneteenth Jam returns to Grand Rapids on June 12, 2026 as a free public celebration of Black art, entertainment, culture and experience. Co-hosted by the City of Grand Rapids and Justice 4 All apparel company, the event commemorates the 1865 emancipation with live performances, vendors and family activities.
Topeka Juneteenth Parade & Car Show 2026
Topeka, KS • June 13, 2026
Topeka Family & Friends Juneteenth Committee presents the Juneteenth Parade & Car Show, with the parade traveling down Kansas Avenue and a program at Cushinberry Park. The car show features classic and custom vehicles alongside vendors, food, and live entertainment.
Sonoma County MLK-Juneteenth Festival 2026
Santa Rosa, CA • June 13, 2026
Sonoma County's annual MLK-Juneteenth Festival is held the weekend before Juneteenth at Santa Rosa's MLK Park. The 54th-edition event includes traditional Juneteenth cuisine, public speakers, arts and crafts, children's games, a basketball tournament and live entertainment.
Daytona Beach Juneteenth Family Festival 2026
Daytona Beach, FL • June 13, 2026
The Daytona Beach Juneteenth Family Festival, billed as the largest and longest-running Juneteenth festival in Florida, returns June 13, 2026 at Cypress Park. The free family festival offers food trucks, community organizations, a choo-choo train ride, live music, and dozens of vendors representing Black-owned businesses and nonprofits across Volusia County.
35th Annual Santa Cruz Juneteenth: Resilience 2026
Santa Cruz, CA • June 13, 2026
The 35th Santa Cruz Juneteenth, themed 'Resilience,' takes place Saturday, June 13, 2026 from noon to 6 p.m. at Laurel Park behind the historic London Nelson Community Center. Music, dance, poetry from the Diaspora, soul food, craft booths, an Ancestors Altar, a 2nd Line Sidewalk Parade with brass band, and youth activities including sack races and basketball clinics.
Fort Lauderdale Juneteenth Celebration at Carter Park 2026
Fort Lauderdale, FL • June 13, 2026
The City of Fort Lauderdale Parks and Recreation Department hosts its annual Juneteenth Celebration at Carter Park from noon to 4 p.m. The free event features live performances, food vendors, bounce houses, a kids zone, retail vendors, and an art and culture showcase. The celebration honors Juneteenth with programming for all ages on the city's historic west side.
Rootead Juneteenth Celebration at Bronson Park 2026
Kalamazoo, MI • June 13, 2026
Rootead's Juneteenth Celebration at Bronson Park features high-energy live performances by local youth and dance collectives, live DJs, vendors, and family activities. The celebration is presented by Rootead in partnership with downtown Kalamazoo organizations.
Community United Juneteenth Parade Toledo 2026
Toledo, OH • June 13, 2026
The Community United Juneteenth Parade kicks off Toledo's weeklong Juneteenth Experience with a procession of community groups, schools, faith organizations, businesses and performance troupes. Spectators line downtown to celebrate Black freedom, culture and community pride. Free to attend.
45th Annual San Jose Juneteenth in the Streets Festival 2026
San Jose, CA • June 13, 2026
The African American Community Service Agency presents the 45th Annual Juneteenth in the Streets Festival on June 13, 2026 in Downtown San Jose's SoFA District. Featuring cultural opening, the Bill Pickett Rodeo, live art showcase, battle of the artists, poetry and singer contests, food and small business vendors, and entertainment. Averages 6,000+ attendees.
Athens Hot Corner Celebration & Soul Food Festival 2026
Athens, GA • June 13, 2026
The Hot Corner Celebration & Soul Food Festival takes place June 11-13, 2026, in downtown Athens. The free festival honors the historic 'Hot Corner' at the intersection of Washington and Hull streets, the heart of Athens's Black business community for more than a century. Programming includes live music, soul food vendors, walking tours, historical exhibits, and family activities. The festival aligns with Juneteenth and broader celebrations of Black heritage in Northeast Georgia.
ArtsWestchester ArtsMobile at White Plains Juneteenth 2026
White Plains, NY • June 13, 2026
ArtsWestchester's ArtsMobile rolls into the White Plains Juneteenth Parade & Festival on Saturday, June 13, 2026 with hands-on art workshops for kids and families along the parade route. Activities include painting, printmaking, and collaborative art-making inspired by the themes of Juneteenth - freedom, community, and Black creativity. Free and open to festivalgoers of all ages.
Omaha Freedom Festival at Malcolm X Center 2026
Omaha, NE • June 13, 2026
Omaha Freedom Festival programming includes events at the Malcolm X Memorial Foundation in conjunction with the main Miller Park celebration. Activities highlight Malcolm X's birthplace and Omaha's African American heritage with educational tours and community gatherings.
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.
Hopkins County Juneteenth Festival Madisonville 2026
Bowling Green, KY • June 13, 2026
The Hopkins County Juneteenth Festival on June 13, 2026 in Madisonville is the regional anchor Juneteenth event for the Bowling Green and south central Kentucky area. The free festival features live music, food vendors, family activities, and community programming honoring African American freedom and culture. Attendees come from Bowling Green, Owensboro, and surrounding communities.
Toledo Pan-African Flag Raising Ceremony 2026
Toledo, OH • June 13, 2026
The City of Toledo's Juneteenth Experience opens with the Pan-African flag raising at 10 a.m. at the flagpole on the median of Jackson Street, in front of One Government Center. The brief ceremony honors Juneteenth and launches a series of citywide events through June 21.
Nelson-Atkins Museum Juneteenth Celebration Kansas City 2026
Kansas City, MO • June 13, 2026
The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art hosts a free Juneteenth Celebration on Saturday, June 13, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. The day features live music and dancing, storytelling performances, hands-on art experiences, and educational programs spotlighting Black artists and the legacy of Juneteenth.
Iowa City Juneteenth History Walk 2026
Iowa City, IA • June 13, 2026
The Iowa City Juneteenth Celebration includes the Juneteenth History Walk, where visitors pick up a punch card and stop at participating Black-owned businesses across downtown Iowa City to learn about the holiday's history and Black history in Johnson County. The walk is part of the broader Iowa City Juneteenth Celebration organized in partnership with the Iowa City Downtown District.
Camden County Juneteenth Celebration 2026
Sicklerville, NJ • June 13, 2026
Community Juneteenth celebration at New Brooklyn Park, hosted by Winslow Township in Camden County. 2:00 PM–7:00 PM with food, music, and cultural activities. Free and open to the public.
Omaha NAACP Juneteenth Parade 2026
Omaha, NE • June 13, 2026
The annual Omaha Juneteenth Parade, organized by the NAACP Omaha branch, processes through North Omaha on June 13, 2026 with community organizations, civic groups, schools, and performance troupes celebrating Black freedom and Omaha's deep Juneteenth tradition.
Omaha Freedom Festival 2026
Omaha, NE • June 13, 2026
The Omaha Freedom Festival, a vibrant Juneteenth celebration with daytime family events and an evening concert, takes place Saturday, June 13, 2026 at Miller Park from noon to 5 p.m. The free daytime program (Day Pass required) includes a free lunch (hamburger or hotdog with chips and drink), rock-climbing wall, carnival games, video game truck, virtual reality showcase, arts and crafts, and a photo booth.
Springfield IL Juneteenth Celebration at Comer Cox Park 2026
Springfield, IL • June 13, 2026
Juneteenth Inc. presents Springfield's two-day Juneteenth Celebration at Comer Cox Park June 13-14, 2026 featuring live music, vendors, food, family activities and community programming. Part of a week of events that includes the Mr. & Miss Juneteenth Pageant on June 12 and Noir Family Day with a Lunch & Learn Panel on June 13.
Cleveland Heights Juneteenth at Cain Park 2026
University Heights, OH • June 13, 2026
The City of Cleveland Heights, in partnership with Djapo Cultural Arts Institute, hosts an annual Juneteenth Celebration at Cain Park on June 13, 2026. The 2026 theme is 'Rooted in Freedom, A Legacy in Liberation.' Programming includes live bands, African dance and drum performances, spoken word, interactive stations, re-enactments of Juneteenth history, and a traditional libation ceremony.
Irving Juneteenth Celebration 2026
Irving, TX • June 13, 2026
Irving's two-day Juneteenth Celebration takes place Friday, June 13 and Saturday, June 14, 2026 at Heritage Park and Georgia Farrow Recreation Center. The free, family-friendly weekend features live music, local vendors, community groups and free food on Friday, honoring Irving's African American history.
New Haven Free Public Library Juneteenth on the Green 2026
New Haven, CT • June 13, 2026
The New Haven Free Public Library hosts a system-wide Juneteenth celebration on Saturday, June 13, 2026 from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM on the New Haven Green. The free event features performers, drumming, African dancers, and speakers discussing the significance of Juneteenth, alongside book displays, story-time programming, and family-friendly activities tied to America's 250th anniversary commemorations.
THRIVE @ MoAD Juneteenth Community Day
San Francisco, CA • June 13, 2026
Free admission community day at MoAD with all-exhibition access, programming, and Juneteenth Freedom Day events from 11am-5pm.
Tyler Juneteenth Parade & Festival 2026
Tyler, TX • June 13, 2026
The Juneteenth Association of Tyler hosts the city's annual Juneteenth Parade and Festival. The parade stages on Glenwood Boulevard and concludes with festivities at Woldert Park featuring vendors, performances, food, and family-friendly programming. Free and open to the public.
PD16 Juneteenth Kalahari Job Fair Stafford 2026
Stafford, VA • June 13, 2026
Kalahari, a major regional employer, partners with the Planning District 16 Juneteenth Celebration to host its first big hiring event on June 13, 2026 at 2 p.m. at North Stafford High School. Kalahari is the sole hiring agency on site and looks to fill 1,200 of 1,400 total positions. The job fair runs alongside the broader PD16 Juneteenth celebration and reflects the event's growing scope.
Quad City Juneteenth Festival Davenport 2026
Davenport, IA • June 13, 2026
Hosted by Friends of MLK, Inc. Davenport, the Quad City Juneteenth Festival packs a full day of celebration into TMBC at The Lincoln Center, the former Lincoln Elementary School. The free family event features food and retail vendors, history and information booths, fun-filled games and entertainment for the whole family.
White Plains Juneteenth Festival at Rural Cemetery 2026
White Plains, NY • June 13, 2026
Following the 21st annual Juneteenth Parade through downtown White Plains on Saturday, June 13, 2026, the festival continues at the historic White Plains Rural Cemetery with food, live entertainment, vendors, and family programming. The Rural Cemetery is the final resting place of generations of Black Westchester residents and serves as a meaningful end-point for the day's commemorative activities.
Juneteenth Music and Arts Festival
Oklahoma City, OK • June 13, 2026
Free Juneteenth Music and Arts Festival in Oklahoma City's Washington Park featuring live performances and community programming.
Green Bay Juneteenth Celebration & Bridge Lights 2026
Green Bay, WI • June 13, 2026
The City of Green Bay celebrates Juneteenth on June 13, 2026 with the bridge lights illuminated in rainbow colors. Community programming includes music, vendors, and cultural events highlighting Black history in northeast Wisconsin.
Juneteenth Jams
Columbus, OH • June 13, 2026
Student-led beats & songwriting showcase with orchestra favorites.
Lincoln Juneteenth Celebration at Trago Park 2026
Lincoln, NE • June 13, 2026
The Malone Community Center hosts its annual Juneteenth celebration from 1–5 p.m. at Trago Park, 22nd and U streets. The 2026 theme is 'Reclaiming Our Past and Reframing Our Future.' Free and open to the public, with music, food, vendors, and community programming.
Iowa City Juneteenth Celebration 2026
Iowa City, IA • June 13, 2026
Iowa City's Juneteenth Celebration includes the Juneteenth History Walk-In with a punch card to participating Black-owned businesses for stamps, community conversations, book discussions, an education and resource fair, a block party at the park, and a film screening. Visitors who collect stamps at seven locations are entered into a drawing for $50–$100 gift cards.
Open Space Visitor Center Juneteenth Celebration 2026
Albuquerque, NM • June 13, 2026
The annual Open Space Visitor Center Juneteenth Celebration takes place Saturday, June 13, 2026 from 1 to 8 PM at 6500 Coors Blvd NW. This free, family-friendly event highlights the rich cultural heritage and contributions of African Americans through art, music, storytelling, hands-on activities, live music and cultural performances, local art and craft demonstrations, educational programming, and food. Presented in partnership with the New Mexico Black Leadership Council.
Valley of the Sun Juneteenth Celebration 2026
Phoenix, AZ • June 13, 2026
PHX Juneteenth presents the Valley of the Sun Juneteenth Celebration, a regional festival highlighting Black culture, music, and community across the greater Phoenix area. The all-ages celebration features live performances, vendors, family activities, and educational programming honoring the legacy of Juneteenth.
Kissimmee Juneteenth Festival
Kissimmee (Orlando), FL • June 13, 2026
Metro-area celebration with live music, vendors and family activities at the Civic Center.
Annual Stockton Juneteenth Festival 2026
Stockton, CA • June 14, 2026
The San Joaquin County Juneteenth Foundation hosts the Annual Stockton Juneteenth Festival at the San Joaquin Fairgrounds Saturday, June 14 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. The festival honors local African American contributions with live gospel, R&B and soul music, poetry, exhibits, art, vendors and historical programming.
21st Annual White Plains Juneteenth Parade & Festival
White Plains, NY • June 14, 2026
Twenty-first annual celebration "Preserving the Legacy & History of Juneteenth" with parade, arts and crafts vendors, food, and entertainment, 11am-5pm.
MetroHealth Cleveland Juneteenth Freedom Fest 2026
Cleveland, OH • June 14, 2026
MetroHealth Cleveland Juneteenth Freedom Fest, Saturday, June 14, 2026, 12 PM to 8 PM at Mall C in Downtown Cleveland, is a city-wide, family-friendly celebration that has drawn 10,000+ attendees in each of its first three years. Produced in partnership with Karamu House (the country's oldest Black theatre), Downtown Cleveland Alliance, and Ingenuity Cleveland. The festival features marquee Karamu performances, visual arts demonstrations, music, a Black-business vendor village, an Elders Corner with games and children's reading, food trucks, adult beverages, and fireworks.
West Chester Juneteenth Festival at Melton Center 2026
West Chester, PA • June 14, 2026
The West Chester Juneteenth Festival returns to The Charles A. Melton Arts and Education Center on Sunday, June 14, 2026 from 1 to 4 p.m. The free community festival features live music, speakers, performances, and family activities celebrating Black culture, history, and freedom. Presented in partnership with CultureChesCo and local Chester County organizations.
San Diego Central Library Juneteenth Jubilee 2026
San Diego, CA • June 14, 2026
The San Diego Central Library kicks off Juneteenth with a Jubilee filled with community, live music, poetry and special guests on June 14 from noon to 5 p.m. Programming features San Diego Poet Laureate Paola Capó-García, The Back-Alley Poets, Dennis Gittens Jazz Duo, and a talk on Blacktronica by King Britt.
El Paso Juneteenth Family Celebration at Nations Tobin Park 2026
El Paso, TX • June 14, 2026
Presented by El Paso Parks & Recreation in partnership with Black El Paso Voice, this Juneteenth family celebration runs Saturday, June 14 from 5:30 to 10 p.m. and features games, activities, jumping balloons, and live music. The event is free and open to the public, part of El Paso's month-long Juneteenth programming.
Quad City Juneteenth Festival at LeClaire Park 2026
Davenport, IA • June 14, 2026
The Quad City Juneteenth Festival, presented by Friends of MLK, takes place at LeClaire Park along the Mississippi riverfront. The family-friendly tradition features music performances, vendors, kids' games, food, and community programming. Described as a celebration commemorating the end of slavery in the US, this Davenport gathering draws families from across the Quad Cities for an afternoon of culture and entertainment.
Racine Juneteenth Celebration at Dr. John Bryant Center 2026
Racine, WI • June 14, 2026
Following the Racine Juneteenth Parade, the celebration concludes at the Dr. John Bryant Center with vendors, music, food, and community programming. The parade begins on 4th & Main St. and travels south to 14th St., west to Grand Ave., then south on Grand Ave. to the Bryant Center.
4th Annual Huber Heights Juneteenth Music Festival
Huber Heights, OH • June 14, 2026
Juneteenth Music Festival presented by the City of Huber Heights' Culture and Diversity Citizen Action Commission with local musical acts, food trucks, and vendors.
Juneteenth at Sharswood 2026
Chatham, VA • June 14, 2026
Juneteenth celebration at the historic Sharswood site in Pittsylvania County featuring live musical performances, food vendors, guided tours, a vehicle showcase, and face painting activities for families. A VA250 partner event.
Bay Area Juneteenth Family Celebration - San Francisco & Oakland
San Francisco, CA • June 14, 2026
Free block-party style Juneteenth celebration covering 8 city blocks with vendors, rides, music and community activations.
McKinney Juneteenth Celebration at Finch Park 2026
McKinney, TX • June 14, 2026
McKinney's annual Juneteenth Celebration is held at Finch Park from 4 to 9 p.m. on June 14. The free, family-friendly event features cultural exhibits, educational activities, vendors, food and entertainment for all ages.
Juneteenth at the Myers Residence: Underground Railroad Education Center 2026
Albany, NY • June 14, 2026
The Underground Railroad Education Center commemorates Juneteenth at the historic Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence on Saturday, June 14, 2026 from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM. The free program features special exhibits, performances, and tours of the 1840s home that once served as a key Underground Railroad station, where Stephen Myers and his network helped freedom seekers travel north.
Albany Juneteenth Celebration at Alice Moore Black Arts Center 2026
Albany, NY • June 14, 2026
The Alice Moore Black Arts & Cultural Center hosts an Albany Juneteenth Celebration on Saturday, June 14, 2026 from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM. The free, family-friendly festival features live music, visual art exhibitions, food vendors, and community programming spotlighting Capital Region Black artists and cultural workers.
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.
Capital Region African Heritage Parade 2026
Albany, NY • June 14, 2026
The Capital Region African Heritage Parade kicks off the Albany area's Juneteenth weekend at Washington Park on Saturday, June 14, 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM. Organized by the Capital District YMCA, the parade celebrates African heritage with marching units, drill teams, community organizations, and cultural performances. Free and family-friendly.
NewBo Juneteenth Festival 2026
Cedar Rapids, IA • June 14, 2026
NewBo City Market hosts a Juneteenth Festival from 11 AM to 5 PM on Saturday, June 14, 2026. The free, family-friendly celebration features live music and performances, local nonprofit and Black-owned business booths, food and merchandise vendors, and family-friendly activities throughout the historic market space in the NewBo District. The festival is one of Cedar Rapids' featured summer events and brings together community organizations to commemorate Juneteenth with culture, education, and entertainment.
El Paso's Road to Freedom Streetcar Tour 2026
El Paso, TX • June 14, 2026
El Paso's Road to Freedom is a guided streetcar tour highlighting Black history landmarks across downtown El Paso, running June 14 from 7 to 8 p.m. Stops include Henry Trost and Santa Fe locations. Presented by City of El Paso in honor of Juneteenth.
Peoria Juneteenth Week 2026
Peoria, IL • June 15, 2026
Peoria Park District anchors a weeklong Juneteenth celebration during which multiple organizations come together to honor Juneteenth through storytelling, music, art, education and unity. Events include the Jubilee Day celebration at Glen Oak Park, Miss Juneteenth Pageant at the Carver Center, the NAACP Peoria Juneteenth Freedom Parade, and a Juneteenth Fest with vendor markets featuring Black-owned businesses.
Bayview / Hunters Point Juneteenth Festival
San Francisco, CA • June 15, 2026
Bayview Juneteenth festival with live performances by R&B star LLOYD, hip-hop cipher, amusement-park rides, retail and food vendors, and prize giveaways.
Arts Legacy Remix — 6th Annual Juneteenth Commemoration
Tampa, FL • June 15, 2026
Sixth annual Juneteenth commemoration with spoken-word remembrances, original music, poetry, and dance — a free evening performance at the Straz Center.
Huber Heights Juneteenth Music Festival at Eichelberger Amphitheater 2026
Huber Heights, OH • June 15, 2026
The City of Huber Heights' Culture and Diversity Citizen Action Commission hosts the 4th Annual Juneteenth Music Festival at Eichelberger Amphitheater on Sunday, June 15, 2026 from 4–9 p.m. The free festival features local musical acts, line dancing at 5:00 p.m., Black-owned businesses, food trucks, and retail vendors.
Huber Heights Juneteenth Home of Urban Creative Arts Ceremony 2026
Huber Heights, OH • June 15, 2026
Part of Huber Heights' Juneteenth Music Festival, the Home of Urban Creative Arts Community curates ceremonies, commemoration, and concert programming highlighting Black artistry. The cultural ceremony precedes the headline concert at Eichelberger Amphitheater.
Springfield OH Juneteenth & FatherFest at Gammon House 2026
Springfield, OH • June 15, 2026
The Juneteenth & FatherFest Annual Festival at the Underground Railroad History Museum (Gammon House) runs June 15, 11 a.m.–7 p.m. The free family-friendly festival features food trucks, free children's entertainment, history tours and exhibits, merchandise vendors, and live music with performances by the Deron Bell Band, Larry Humphrey and Friends, Champion City Trio, Rapper DKnight, and LA Band.
Hannibal Square Juneteenth at Ward Chapel AME 2026
Winter Park (Orlando), FL • June 15, 2026
The 9th Annual Juneteenth celebration in historic Hannibal Square takes place at Ward Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church on June 15, 2026. The event has an educational focus, with more than five guest speakers presenting on the history of Juneteenth, the legacy of the Hannibal Square community in Winter Park, and the ongoing pursuit of equality. The program is free and open to the public and centers Winter Park's historic Black neighborhood.
Dallas Juneteenth Food Festival
Dallas, TX • June 15, 2026
Food-centric Juneteenth event with 5th annual celebration of culture, cuisine, vendors and entertainment.
Black on the Block - Juneteenth Festival Downtown L.A.
Los Angeles, CA • June 15, 2026
Downtown LA celebration with 150+ Black-owned businesses, live performances, food, giveaways and community activations.
St. Louis Park Juneteenth Series 2026
Minneapolis, MN • June 15, 2026
St. Louis Park Community Ed and Parks & Recreation host a series of Juneteenth events celebrating freedom, resilience and cultural heritage including Family Movie Night: Soul on Monday, June 15; Black Storytellers Alliance on Tuesday, June 16; Summer Concert Series Kickoff: SoulFlower on Wednesday, June 17; and Rollin' @ the ROC roller skating on Thursday, June 18.
Grand Bay Library Juneteenth Jubilee 2026
Grand Bay, AL • June 16, 2026
Grand Bay Library hosts a Juneteenth Jubilee on Tuesday, June 16, 2 PM to 3 PM. Free family event in the Mobile County area featuring stories, music, and community programming.
Grand Bay Library Juneteenth Jubilee 2026
Grand Bay, AL • June 16, 2026
The Grand Bay Library hosts a free Juneteenth Jubilee on Tuesday, June 16, 2026 from 2 to 3 p.m. The community celebration features storytelling, educational programming about the history of Juneteenth, music, refreshments, and family activities. The event is presented by the Mobile Public Library system and is open to all ages, providing an accessible entry point for Mobile County residents to learn about the meaning of June 19.
Lorain Annual Juneteenth Bluesfest at Lakeview Park 2026
Lorain, OH • June 16, 2026
Lorain's Annual Juneteenth Bluesfest at Lakeview Park runs Sunday, June 16 from 3:00–7:00 p.m. The free outdoor concert features blues performers and is part of Lorain County's broader Juneteenth programming.
Plano Juneteenth Praise Fest 2026
Plano, TX • June 17, 2026
The 3rd Annual Juneteenth Praise Fest brings together local churches, community leaders, and residents for praise music honoring faith, freedom and unity. Hosted at Plano's Haggard Park June 17 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., moderated by Pastor Irvin Barrett. Free to attend.
Jefferson City Juneteenth Heritage Festival 2026
Jefferson City, MO • June 17, 2026
Juneteenth Jefferson City presents the 2026 Juneteenth Heritage Festival under the theme 'STILL WE RISE; Honoring the Past, Building Tomorrow' on Saturday, June 17 at Community Park and the Jefferson City Community Center Grounds. The festival features live music, vendors, food, family activities, and educational programming.
Juneteenth-Jefferson City Heritage Festival 'Still We Rise' 2026
Jefferson City, MO • June 17, 2026
The Juneteenth-Jefferson City Heritage Celebration presents the Juneteenth Heritage Festival on Saturday, June 17, 2026. The 2026 theme is 'STILL WE RISE; Honoring the Past, Building Tomorrow.' The festival takes place at Community Park and the Jefferson City Community Center Grounds in the Historic Foot district, featuring food, vendors, entertainment, and fellowship.
Decatur Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration 2026
Decatur, IL • June 17, 2026
The African-American Cultural Genealogical Society hosts the Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration at Central Park from noon to 6 p.m. Featuring performers portraying Harriet Tubman and Abraham Lincoln, area music, artists, vendors, food, and a celebration of African American heritage.
Jefferson City JC Parks Juneteenth Programming 2026
Jefferson City, MO • June 17, 2026
JC Parks supports the Juneteenth-Jefferson City Heritage Celebration with parks programming including youth activities, live performances, and community resource booths at Community Park and the Jefferson City Community Center grounds.
Juneteenth Festival of the Carolinas
Charlotte, NC • June 18-21, 2026
Multi-day Charlotte Juneteenth celebration with Youth Culture camp (June 18), Drum Circle and Opening Ceremony (June 20, 12pm-10pm), and Gospel Fest (June 21, 11am-9pm).
Madison Senior Center Juneteenth Celebration 2026
Madison, WI • June 18, 2026
The Madison Senior Center hosts a free Juneteenth Celebration at Madison Central Library featuring barbecue, live music, lawn games, and community gathering. Open to all ages.
Columbus Juneteenth Night Parade
Columbus, GA • June 18, 2026
Annual Juneteenth Night Parade as part of the City of Columbus Unity Week & Juneteenth Jubilee programming.
Syracuse Juneteenth Flag Raising Ceremony 2026
Syracuse, NY • June 18, 2026
The Syracuse Juneteenth Festival kicks off Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 12:00 PM with a Flag Raising Ceremony on the steps of Syracuse City Hall. City officials and Juneteenth Festival leadership join community members to formally open the celebration weekend, with remarks honoring the legacy of emancipation and the festival's local history.
Albuquerque Museum Third Thursday: Juneteenth 2026
Albuquerque, NM • June 18, 2026
The Albuquerque Museum's Third Thursday in June centers Juneteenth with free evening programming including live music, performances, gallery talks, and family-friendly activities exploring Black history and culture. The free monthly community event extends Juneteenth observance with expanded museum hours.
Denton Juneteenth Art Exhibit & Poetry Slam 2026
Denton, TX • June 18, 2026
The Greater Denton Arts Council hosts a Juneteenth art exhibit opening reception with a poetry slam at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 18, part of Denton Juneteenth's week-long programming. Free admission.
Columbus GA Juneteenth Night Parade 2026
Columbus, GA • June 18, 2026
Columbus, Georgia hosts its Juneteenth Night Parade beginning at Woodruff Park on Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 8:00 PM. The illuminated evening parade winds through downtown Columbus with floats, drumlines, dance teams, civic groups, and decorated vehicles. The parade kicks off the city's Juneteenth weekend and is a free public event open to all.
Greater Lafayette Juneteenth Education Program 2026
Lafayette, IN • June 18, 2026
Greater Lafayette Juneteenth's educational programming includes panel discussions, historical presentations, and youth-focused workshops in the days leading up to the main festival at Tapawingo Park. Topics cover the history of Juneteenth and the African American experience in Tippecanoe County.
Juneteenth Youth Culture Camp 2026
Charlotte, NC • June 18, 2026
The Youth Culture Camp on June 18, 2026 is the educational kickoff to the Juneteenth Festival of the Carolinas, offering Charlotte youth programming on Black history, culture, and community ahead of the main festival weekend.
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 Ohio Festival
Columbus, OH • June 19-20, 2026
Annual statewide Juneteenth festival in downtown Columbus featuring live entertainment, vendors, cultural programming, and community activities.
Findlay Market Juneteenth Panel & Jubilee Weekend
Cincinnati, OH • June 19-21, 2026
Fifth annual "We Rise, Heal, and Overcome" Juneteenth panel (June 19) and all-day Juneteenth Jubilee (June 21) celebrating Black-owned businesses with special dishes, community programming, and Cincinnati Public Library partners.
Juneteenth on the East
Oklahoma City, OK • June 19-21, 2026
Three-day Juneteenth festival featuring a headlining performance by Lupe Fiasco, live music, food trucks, and vendors.
39th Annual Let the Good Times Roll Festival
Shreveport, LA • June 19-21, 2026
Juneteenth festival celebrating African American music, art, and food with hip-hop, R&B, gospel, and blues performances.
Truth in Action Festival at Albany Institute 2026
Albany, NY • June 19, 2026
The Albany Institute of History and Art hosts the Truth in Action Festival on Friday, June 19, 2026 from 10 AM to 5 PM. The free Juneteenth program combines exhibitions, hands-on activities, performances, and gallery talks centered on African American history and contemporary Black artistry in the Capital Region.
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.
Arts & Ideas Juneteenth Jamboree on the New Haven Green 2026
New Haven, CT • June 19, 2026
The International Festival of Arts & Ideas opens its 2026 season with a Juneteenth Jamboree on the New Haven Green on Friday, June 19, 2026 starting at 7:00 PM. The free outdoor concert features the Keepers of the Culture Performing Arts Company, the Rahsaan Langley Project, and R&B vocalist Johnny King. Programming continues June 20 with additional Juneteenth-focused performances, music, and dance honoring African American history and culture.
Sandusky Juneteenth Celebration 2026
Sandusky, OH • June 19, 2026
Sandusky's annual Juneteenth Celebration features food trucks, Black History exhibits, Underground Railroad tours, live musical entertainment and performances, and a fireworks finale at 9:30 p.m. Hosted by the City of Sandusky Parks and Recreation.
Columbia Missouri Juneteenth Celebration 2026
Columbia, MO • June 19, 2026
The City of Columbia hosts a variety of free, family-friendly Juneteenth events throughout June celebrating and commemorating African American emancipation. Programming includes live music, educational events, community gatherings, and cultural performances at multiple venues across the city.
Toledo Juneteenth Cultural Heritage Festival 2026
Toledo, OH • June 19, 2026
The Toledo Juneteenth Celebration Cultural Heritage Festival is the centerpiece of The Juneteenth Experience, a citywide weeklong celebration of Black excellence and freedom. The festival runs June 19, 3:30 to 9 p.m., at the Glass City Pavilion riverfront with live entertainment, food trucks, local vendors, family activities and games. Free and open to all ages. Curated by the Human Relations Commission and the City of Toledo.
JuneteenthOhio Festival Akron 2026
Akron, OH • June 19, 2026
The JuneteenthOhio Festival, billed as one of the largest Juneteenth celebrations in the country, returns June 19 and 20, 2026. The two-day regional festival features live music, vendors, food, community programming and family activities, drawing tens of thousands across Northeast Ohio.
Legacy of Freedom II: Dayton Juneteenth Concert with Goapele 2026
Dayton, OH • June 19, 2026
Levitt Pavilion Dayton and Home of Urban Creative Arts present the fifth annual Juneteenth commemoration and concert, Legacy of Freedom II, on Thursday, June 19 from 5 to 9 p.m. The free event opens with a southern soul line dance pre-show and DJ SKNO, followed by ceremonies featuring DJAPO Cultural Arts Institute's African Dance and Drumming, Premium Blend's Black Music Month tribute, poetry, a live choir, creative sculptures, and food trucks. R&B visionary Goapele headlines at 7:45 p.m.
Inglewood Juneteenth Celebration
Inglewood, CA • June 19, 2026
City-organized free outdoor Juneteenth celebration on Market Street featuring music, food, family activities, and community partners.
Juneteenth Kenosha Basketball Tournament 2026
Kenosha, WI • June 19, 2026
Part of the Juneteenth Kenosha celebration at Lincoln Park, the basketball tournament brings together teams from across Kenosha County. The tournament runs alongside the day's vendor market, music, and family programming.
Juneteenth Kenosha at Lincoln Park 2026
Kenosha, WI • June 19, 2026
Juneteenth Kenosha at Lincoln Park runs 11:30 a.m.–6 p.m. with community resources, service awards, food, kids' games, vendors, music, a farmer's market, dancing, a talent showcase, Mr. & Miss Juneteenth honorees, Black Wall Street Kenosha, a basketball tournament, and family activities.
Taste of Inglewood Juneteenth Celebration 2026
Inglewood, CA • June 19, 2026
Taste of Inglewood hosts the city's premiere annual Juneteenth Celebration on Market Street between Manchester and Nutwood. The family-friendly street festival highlights Black-owned restaurants, vendors, live entertainment and community programming honoring emancipation.
Compton Juneteenth Community Festival 2026
Compton, CA • June 19, 2026
The Compton Juneteenth Community Festival celebrates the freedom of enslaved ancestors with a community event focused on awareness, culture, and love. The festival is recorded and live-streamed on the Compton Entertainment Channel and features readings of the Emancipation Proclamation, musical performances, vendors and family programming.
Juneteenth Family Day at Connecticut's Old State House 2026
Hartford, CT • June 19, 2026
Juneteenth Family Day at Connecticut's Old State House returns to downtown Hartford with hands-on activities, historical interpretation, music, and crafts that explore the meaning of Juneteenth and the long road to freedom. Visitors can tour the historic building, engage with educators about Connecticut's role in abolition and emancipation, and enjoy family-oriented programming geared toward children and grown-ups alike. Listed on Hartford Has It, the official Greater Hartford events calendar.
Jersey City Free Public Library Juneteenth Freedom Celebration 2026
Jersey City, NJ • June 19, 2026
The Jersey City Free Public Library hosts a Juneteenth Freedom Celebration with storytelling, historical readings, music, and family programming honoring the day enslaved African Americans in Texas learned of their freedom. The free library event is open to all ages and includes a curated reading list, take-home crafts, and conversation with local historians and educators.
Juneteenth at the African-American Ancestral Burial Ground 2026
Schenectady, NY • June 19, 2026
The annual Juneteenth Celebration at Schenectady's African-American Ancestral Burial Ground at Vale Cemetery features a program of songs, dance, oratory, and living history reenactments honoring the lives of those buried at the historic site. Hosted in partnership with local historians and community organizations, the gathering reflects on Schenectady's deep Black history and the meaning of emancipation.
Pensacola Gallery Night: Art of Freedom 2026
Pensacola, FL • June 19, 2026
Downtown Pensacola's monthly Gallery Night takes on the theme 'Art of Freedom' in honor of Juneteenth. Palafox Street bursts with live art, music, food, and pop-up vendors as galleries, restaurants, and shops stay open late for a free outdoor street festival. Local Black artists, performers, and businesses are featured prominently, with educational displays about Juneteenth and the journey to emancipation woven throughout the evening.
Coral Springs Juneteenth Celebration 2026
Fort Lauderdale, FL • June 19, 2026
The City of Coral Springs hosts a Juneteenth celebration in the Greater Fort Lauderdale area featuring live music, cultural performances, food vendors, and family activities. Programming highlights African American culture, history, and community, with educational components for children and adults. The free outdoor event is part of Broward County's network of Juneteenth observances and draws attendees from across South Florida.
Hallandale Beach Juneteenth Freedom Festival 2026
Fort Lauderdale, FL • June 19, 2026
The City of Hallandale Beach hosts its annual Juneteenth Freedom Festival in the Greater Fort Lauderdale region. The free community event features live entertainment, food vendors, kids activities, and educational programming honoring the end of slavery in the United States. As a perennial event on the Hallandale Beach city calendar, the festival draws families from throughout Broward County for an afternoon of music, culture, and celebration.
Bartow Juneteenth Celebration 2026
Lakeland, FL • June 19, 2026
Bartow's Juneteenth Celebration in Polk County, just outside Lakeland, honors Black history, culture, and music with parades, live performances, and food vendors. The free family event highlights local Black-owned businesses, churches, and civic organizations, drawing attendees from across the Lakeland metro area. Programming includes children's activities, voter registration tables, and storytelling honoring the history of emancipation in Central Florida.
Miss Juneteenth America Second Line Parade Mobile 2026
Grand Bay, AL • June 19, 2026
On June 19, 2026 at 6:19 p.m., the Miss Juneteenth America Scholarship Pageantry Program presents a second line parade through downtown Mobile, just up the road from Grand Bay. The brass-led parade celebrates the 161st anniversary of Juneteenth with the dancing, fans, and umbrellas of the New Orleans tradition, joined by pageant participants, civic leaders, and community members. The parade kicks off a multi-day program of pageantry and speakers running through June 22.
Selma Road Black Business District Juneteenth Marker Unveiling 2026
Selma, AL • June 19, 2026
Selma's Juneteenth observance includes the unveiling of a historical marker honoring the Selma Road Black Business District, a corridor of Black-owned shops, restaurants, and professional offices that thrived during the era of segregation. The dedication is paired with dance and musical performances, children's activities, and remarks from civic leaders and elders connected to the district's legacy.
Marietta NAACP Juneteenth Evening Under the Stars Block Party 2026
Marietta, GA • June 19, 2026
Friday's Evening Under the Stars block party kicks off the Cobb County NAACP's 23rd Annual Juneteenth weekend at historic Marietta Square. From 6 p.m. to 11 p.m., attendees are invited to dress in all white for an evening of live music, dancing, food, and community fellowship under the lights of Glover Park. The block party is one of three major Juneteenth gatherings the Cobb NAACP hosts in partnership with the City of Marietta on June 19-21, 2026.
Cobb Landmarks Juneteenth at the William Root House 2026
Marietta, GA • June 19, 2026
Cobb Landmarks hosts a Juneteenth event at the historic William Root House from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on June 19, 2026. Visitors learn about the history and significance of Juneteenth through guided tours of the 1845 home, hands-on crafts, and living history demonstrations exploring the lives of enslaved and free African Americans in antebellum Cobb County. The program is family-friendly and pairs with the broader Marietta Juneteenth weekend.
Stone Mountain Park Lift Every Voice Drone & Light Show 2026
Stone Mountain, GA • June 19, 2026
Stone Mountain Park's free 'A Tribute to Juneteenth' featuring the 'Lift Every Voice' Drone & Light Show runs June 18-21, 2026. Drones, lasers, and fireworks light the world's largest screen with imagery celebrating Motown legends, pop culture pioneers, civil rights heroes, and sports icons. The family-friendly evening program is free with park admission and draws thousands of visitors across the four-night run.
Juneteenth on Georgia's Coast Brunswick 2026
Brunswick, GA • June 19, 2026
One Hundred Miles and coastal partners present Juneteenth programming celebrating freedom along Georgia's coast, with Brunswick events highlighting the region's Gullah Geechee heritage, Black maritime history, and the contributions of formerly enslaved people to Coastal Georgia's communities. Programming includes guided history walks, panel discussions, and cultural performances. The free programming complements the Glynn County Tigers Juneteenth Festival weekend.
Lexington Juneteenth Jubilee at African Cemetery No. 2 2026
Lexington, KY • June 19, 2026
The annual Juneteenth Jubilee at African Cemetery No. 2 honors the spirit of freedom and the United States Colored Troops buried at the historic Black cemetery in Lexington's East End. The program includes wreath-laying, music, spoken word, and remarks honoring Civil War soldiers who fought for freedom. African Cemetery No. 2 was established in 1869 and is the resting place of more than 5,000 African Americans, including dozens of USCT soldiers.
National Harbor Juneteenth Rhythm & Roots Stage 2026
National Harbor, MD • June 19, 2026
The Rhythm & Roots Stage from MGM National Harbor anchors the Fifth Annual Juneteenth Freedom Celebration at National Harbor. Live performances begin at 2 p.m. on Friday, June 19, 2026, leading into a community screening of Black Panther from 7 to 9 p.m. The stage features regional and national R&B, soul, jazz, and gospel artists in a free outdoor program open to all.
National Harbor Juneteenth Black-Owned Marketplace 2026
National Harbor, MD • June 19, 2026
The Black-Owned Marketplace in the Capital Canopy is the shopping and small-business cornerstone of National Harbor's Fifth Annual Juneteenth Freedom Celebration on Friday, June 19, 2026 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Visitors browse dozens of Black-owned brands offering apparel, jewelry, art, beauty products, and culturally inspired wares. The marketplace runs alongside live music on the Rhythm & Roots Stage and a community film screening.
Asheville Juneteenth at Pack Square / Downtown After 5 2026
Asheville, NC • June 19, 2026
Asheville's Juneteenth celebration at Pack Square Park features the Downtown After 5 concert series Juneteenth edition with soulful music, a marketplace in The Block, and food from local vendors. The free outdoor concert is presented in partnership with the Martin Luther King Jr. Association of Asheville and Buncombe County, the City of Asheville, and the Asheville Downtown Association. Past lineups have featured Kanika Moore and Reggie Headen & the Nite Time Noon.
The Block Juneteenth Marketplace Asheville 2026
Asheville, NC • June 19, 2026
The Block Juneteenth Marketplace activates Asheville's historic Eagle/Market Street District, the longtime hub of the city's African American business community. Vendors, artists, and food trucks line the streets while live music, walking tours, and storytelling honor the legacy of Black Asheville. The free marketplace runs in tandem with the Pack Square Juneteenth concert and is presented by community partners including the MLK Jr. Association of Asheville.
Apex Juneteenth Youth Oratorical Ceremony 2026
Apex, NC • June 19, 2026
The Apex Juneteenth Youth Oratorical Ceremony showcases student speakers from across western Wake County reflecting on the meaning of freedom, the legacy of Juneteenth, and the future of civil rights. The program is part of the Town of Apex's Juneteenth in the Peak observance, which commemorates the end of slavery through education and entertainment. Awards recognize outstanding speakers and the event is free and open to all.
Chapel Hill-Carrboro Juneteenth History Tours 2026
Chapel Hill, NC • June 19, 2026
Historic walking tours and reenactments are part of the Chapel Hill-Carrboro Juneteenth Celebration, with reenactors, dancers, and guides leading visitors through Black history sites in both towns. The free tours are part of the broader 4 p.m.-8 p.m. festival featuring live performances, history exhibits, an art and nonprofit market, local food, music, dancing, and activities for children.
Chapel Hill-Carrboro Juneteenth Art & Vendor Market 2026
Chapel Hill, NC • June 19, 2026
The art and vendor market is a centerpiece of the Chapel Hill-Carrboro Juneteenth Celebration, featuring local Black artists, makers, nonprofits, and food vendors. Running 4 p.m.-8 p.m., the market accompanies live performances, dance, and history exhibits in a free community festival commemorating the end of slavery and celebrating Black culture in southern Orange County.
Myrtle Beach Juneteenth at Mary C. Canty Recreation Center 2026
Myrtle Beach, SC • June 19, 2026
The City of Myrtle Beach hosts its annual Juneteenth observance at the Mary C. Canty Recreation Center, named for the Booker T. Washington Neighborhood civic leader. The free community event features live entertainment, food, kids activities, and educational programming about the history and significance of Juneteenth. Programming highlights the Booker T. Washington and Carver Street neighborhoods, the historic heart of Black Myrtle Beach.
Juneteenth Rock Hill Friday Kickoff 2026
Rock Hill, SC • June 19, 2026
Friday kickoff of Juneteenth Rock Hill, a multi-day celebration June 19-21, 2026 featuring live music, vendors, family activities, and community programming. Programming honors the legacy of African American freedom, civil rights, and culture in York County, where the Friendship Nine sit-ins helped advance the broader civil rights movement. The Friday opening features a community gathering and entertainment.
Clarksville Juneteenth Culture Fest MAJORette Edition 2026
Clarksville, TN • June 19, 2026
The Clarksville Juneteenth Culture Fest MAJORette Edition celebrates the rich tradition of HBCU and Black majorette culture with live performances, dance teams, and music. The free family-friendly event is part of Clarksville's growing Juneteenth weekend organized by Black Clarksville and the Clarksville Juneteenth committee, complementing the Saturday block party at Dixon Park.
Murfreesboro Juneteenth Friday Night Market & Food Truck Festival 2026
Murfreesboro, TN • June 19, 2026
The Friday Night Market in the BORO and Food Truck Festival VIII on June 19, 2026 brings together local food trucks, makers, and live music in downtown Murfreesboro on the eve of Juneteenth weekend. The free outdoor event is part of Murfreesboro's growing Juneteenth-aligned programming and complements the Bradley Academy's annual Juneteenth observance, drawing families from across Rutherford County.
Lynchburg Juneteenth at Riverfront Park 2026
Lynchburg, VA • June 19, 2026
Riverfront Park anchors Lynchburg's Juneteenth weekend programming with live music, vendors, food, and family activities along the James River. The free outdoor festival is part of broader Lynchburg observances and aligns with the James River Batteau Festival on June 19-20, 2026, drawing visitors from throughout Central Virginia and connecting Juneteenth to the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution.
Charleston WV Juneteenth Featuring Zuzu Acrobats 2026
Charleston, WV • June 19, 2026
Charleston, West Virginia's Juneteenth celebration features the Zuzu Acrobats along with several local performers in a free outdoor program at 244 Virginia Street E. The event coincides with West Virginia Day weekend and the USA Cycling Pro Road National Championships in 2026, making it a marquee summer occasion in the state capital. Programming honors the end of slavery and celebrates Black culture in the Kanawha Valley.
Pontiac Juneteenth Freedom Day Parade 2026
Pontiac, MI • June 19, 2026
The City of Pontiac hosts a Juneteenth Freedom Day Parade in Downtown Pontiac on Saginaw Street starting at 4 p.m., followed by music performances, DJ & Hustle Sessions, a Kids Zone with games and activities, local vendors, and a fireworks show.
Oakland County Journey to Juneteenth Celebration 2026
Pontiac, MI • June 19, 2026
Oakland County honors Juneteenth with the theme 'Journey to Juneteenth: What Does Freedom Mean Today?' featuring performances by the Pontiac Children's Choir, the Glenn W. Levey Middle School Marching Band, and community partners across the county.
Saginaw Juneteenth Freedom Parade 2026
Saginaw, MI • June 19, 2026
The Saginaw Juneteenth Celebration includes the annual Juneteenth Freedom Parade through downtown Saginaw, organized by Saginaw Juneteenth Celebration Inc. The parade is followed by the main festival at a city park with vendors, music, and family programming.
Juneteenth at the African American Museum of Iowa 2026
Cedar Rapids, IA • June 19, 2026
The African American Museum of Iowa hosts its annual Juneteenth observance, offering free museum admission and special programming including exhibits on Black Iowa history, guided tours, family activities, and community discussions. The museum's mission to preserve, exhibit, and teach the African American heritage of Iowa is highlighted during this annual celebration. Visit the AAMI website for the 2026 schedule of speakers, performances, and educational sessions.
Sherman Hill Juneteenth Event 2026
Des Moines, IA • June 19, 2026
The Sherman Hill Association hosts an annual Juneteenth event in the historic Sherman Hill neighborhood of Des Moines. The event brings neighbors together for a community-driven celebration featuring music, food, and recognition of the historical significance of Juneteenth. Programming details and times are announced on the Sherman Hill Association website.
Champaign Park District Juneteenth at Douglass Park 2026
Champaign, IL • June 19, 2026
Champaign Park District and Champaign Public Library partner to bring family-friendly Juneteenth activities to Douglass Park. The celebration features vendors, games, crafts, educational stations about the holiday, and community programming. The event is free and open to all ages.
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Juneteenth 2026
Champaign, IL • June 19, 2026
The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Office of the Vice Chancellor for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion hosts Juneteenth programming honoring the day through music, art, education, and community discussion. Programming includes panel sessions, performances, and partnerships with local Champaign-Urbana organizations.
Decatur Juneteenth Celebration & Vendor Marketplace 2026
Decatur, IL • June 19, 2026
Juneteenth 2026 Celebration and Vendor Marketplace at Silk At Candler in Decatur, taking place Friday, June 19, 2026 starting at 2:00 PM. The event brings together local Black-owned businesses and vendors with community programming, food, and entertainment honoring Juneteenth.
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.
Joliet City Square Juneteenth Friday Night Concert 2026
Joliet, IL • June 19, 2026
On Friday, June 19, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., the City of Joliet hosts a Friday Night Concert Series in honor of Juneteenth featuring gospel music. The concert takes place at City Square, downtown Joliet's new gathering space at the corner of Clinton and Chicago Streets. The series is presented in partnership with Chicago Street Pub as part of the inaugural City Square 2026 events season.
Springfield IL Juneteenth Outdoor Revival 2026
Springfield, IL • June 19, 2026
The Juneteenth Outdoor Revival is a Springfield, Illinois tradition presented as part of Juneteenth Inc.'s multi-day celebration. The revival features gospel music, prayer, and community fellowship and is one of the marquee events of Springfield's 30+ year Juneteenth tradition.
Springfield Juneteenth Keynote at Presidential Library 2026
Springfield, IL • June 19, 2026
The Free-ish Springfield Juneteenth Celebration Keynote Address takes place at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum. The keynote features speakers reflecting on the meaning of Juneteenth in Lincoln's home city and is free and open to the public. Part of Springfield's broader Juneteenth Inc. multi-day celebration.
Urbana Park District Juneteenth Celebration 2026
Urbana, IL • June 19, 2026
Urbana Park District and The Urbana Free Library host a family-friendly Juneteenth celebration at the Lake House in Crystal Lake Park. The afternoon event features music, food and refreshments, fishing, games and activities, and community resource booths. Part of the African American Heritage Trail programming for Champaign County.
Champaign County African American Heritage Trail Juneteenth Walk 2026
Urbana, IL • June 19, 2026
Champaign County African American Heritage Trail hosts a guided Juneteenth walk highlighting historic sites in Urbana significant to Black history. The walk visits markers, gathering places, and homes that document the African American story in Champaign County, with educational talks at each stop.
Annual Juneteenth Taste of Gary & Culture Fest 2026
Gary, IN • June 19, 2026
The Greater Gary Special Events Team organizes the Annual Juneteenth Taste of Gary & Culture Fest at the historic Roosevelt High School parking lot. The festival highlights local Black-owned restaurants and food vendors, live entertainment, and cultural programming celebrating Juneteenth in Gary.
Greater Lafayette Juneteenth at Tapawingo Park 2026
Lafayette, IN • June 19, 2026
The Greater Lafayette Juneteenth 2026 celebration returns to Tapawingo Park along the Wabash River. The free event provides a rich cultural experience with live music, vendors, family activities, and community programming, supported by sponsors, donors, vendors, and volunteers across the Greater Lafayette area.
KCK Juneteenth Kaw Point Park Fireworks 2026
Kansas City, KS • June 19, 2026
Kansas City, Kansas wraps its Juneteenth observance at Kaw Point Park with live music, food, and a fireworks finale. The day kicks off with a community parade down 5th Street and concludes at Kaw Point Park overlooking the Kaw and Missouri rivers. Part of KCK's official Forward in Freedom celebration.
KCK Juneteenth Community Parade 2026
Kansas City, KS • June 19, 2026
Kansas City, Kansas opens its Juneteenth observance with a community parade down 5th Street featuring local schools, civic groups, churches, and businesses. The parade leads to the daylong Forward in Freedom celebration at Kaw Point Park.
Lawrence Juneteenth Parade & Celebration at South Park 2026
Lawrence, KS • June 19, 2026
Lawrence Kansas Juneteenth Organization presents the annual Juneteenth Parade and Celebration at South Park. The parade typically starts at 11 AM with festivities in South Park running from noon to 8 PM, including live music, food, crafts, vendors, and community programming. The all-day event also includes an Underground Railroad tour.
Lawrence Juneteenth Writing Contest 2026
Lawrence, KS • June 19, 2026
Lawrence Kansas Juneteenth invites Douglas County high schoolers to enter the annual Juneteenth writing contest. Winners are recognized during the Juneteenth Parade & Celebration at South Park. The contest encourages student reflection on the meaning of freedom and Black history in Kansas.
Topeka Juneteenth Concert at Evergy Plaza 2026
Topeka, KS • June 19, 2026
Topeka Family & Friends Juneteenth Celebration Concert takes place at Evergy Plaza in downtown Topeka. The free outdoor concert features local and regional musical talent and is part of the multi-day Topeka Juneteenth observance.
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.
Anika Foundation Juneteenth at the State Capitol 2026
Saint Paul, MN • June 19, 2026
The Anika Foundation hosts its 5th Annual Juneteenth Celebration at the Minnesota State Capitol, titled 'Juneteenth 2026 — The Reckoning.' The free public event features speakers, vendors, and community programming on the Capitol grounds. Vendor and sponsor registration is open.
CoMo Juneteenth Parade & Douglass Park Celebration 2026
Columbia, MO • June 19, 2026
The CoMo Juneteenth Parade lineup begins at 7:30 a.m. at the intersection of East Broadway and Waugh Street, with the parade starting at 9 a.m. Following the parade, community fun and fellowship continue at Douglass Park with vendors, food, and family activities. Free and family-friendly.
Fargo Community Juneteenth at Renaissance Hall 2026
Fargo, ND • June 19, 2026
The second annual Fargo community Juneteenth Celebration begins at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 19 at Renaissance Hall (650 NP Ave). The event includes food, live music, educational materials, and activities for kids. Free and open to the public.
Fargo-Moorhead Juneteenth at Broadway Square 2026
Fargo, ND • June 19, 2026
Fargo-Moorhead Juneteenth programming at Broadway Square includes live music, vendors, and community programming honoring Juneteenth in downtown Fargo. Confirm specifics on the Fargo-Moorhead Juneteenth Facebook event page.
Canton Juneteenth at Nimisilla Park 2026
Canton, OH • June 19, 2026
Canton hosts its annual Juneteenth event at Nimisilla Park, a historic gathering place for the city's Black community. Programming includes music, food, vendors, and family activities honoring Juneteenth and Canton's African American heritage. Confirm specifics on the City of Canton calendar.
Lorain Juneteenth 'A Higher Law' Screening at Lorain Palace Theatre 2026
Lorain, OH • June 19, 2026
A free screening of 'A Higher Law' at Lorain Palace Theatre on Wednesday, June 19 at 6:00 p.m. The film highlights African American history and is presented as part of Lorain County's Juneteenth observance.
Sandusky Juneteenth Concert & Fireworks 2026
Sandusky, OH • June 19, 2026
Sandusky's Juneteenth Celebration includes the Lange Trust Summer Concert Series featuring Forever Motown at 7:00 p.m. and a Juneteenth Fireworks display at 9:30 p.m. The free evening programming caps the city's daylong observance.
Sandusky Juneteenth Underground Railroad Tours 2026
Sandusky, OH • June 19, 2026
Underground Railroad tours with Firelands Adventure Tours depart every 30 minutes during Sandusky's Juneteenth Celebration. A Black History exhibit walk from the Sandusky Library runs 3:00–5:00 p.m. with food trucks and resource tables from the NAACP and AKA Sorority.
University Heights Juneteenth Celebration & Talent Show 2026
University Heights, OH • June 19, 2026
The City of University Heights hosts its annual Juneteenth Celebration with live performances, food, vendors, and a talent show celebrating African American culture and community. Confirm 2026 venue and time on the official city Juneteenth page.
Knoxville Annual MLK Parade & Juneteenth Celebration 2026
Knoxville, TN • June 19, 2026
Knoxville's Annual MLK Parade and Juneteenth Celebration takes place Friday, June 19, 2026. The parade lines up at Chilhowee Park (Gate #13, 299 N Beaman St) at 8:30 AM with step-off at 10:00 AM. The Juneteenth Celebration follows at Dr. Walter Hardy Park with live performances, vendors, food, kids' activities, and community organizations. The parade and festival together represent one of East Tennessee's largest annual Juneteenth observances.
Chattanooga Festival of Black Arts & Ideas: Juneteenth 2026
Chattanooga, TN • June 19, 2026
The Chattanooga Festival of Black Arts & Ideas presents its Juneteenth Festival across multiple venues anchored at the Bessie Smith Cultural Center. The multi-day program features live music, dance, visual art exhibitions, food, craft and Black-owned business vendors, and panel discussions exploring Black freedom and culture. Programming bridges the M.L. King Boulevard cultural corridor with the broader downtown.
Murfreesboro Juneteenth at Bradley Academy 2026
Murfreesboro, TN • June 19, 2026
The City of Murfreesboro's annual Juneteenth Celebration is held at the historic Bradley Academy Museum and Cultural Center. The free event features live music, soul food vendors, museum tours, oral history programming, and family activities. Bradley Academy, an early school for Black children in Rutherford County, anchors Murfreesboro's recognition of African American history.
33rd Annual Jackson Juneteenth Freedom Day 2026
Jackson, TN • June 19, 2026
Jackson, Tennessee's 33rd Annual Juneteenth Freedom Day brings live music, soul food vendors, kids' activities, and community programming to North Hays Avenue. As one of West Tennessee's longest-running Juneteenth celebrations, the day-long festival commemorates emancipation with performances, a vendor marketplace, and tributes to local Black history and civic leaders.
University of Louisville Juneteenth Celebration 2026
Louisville, KY • June 19, 2026
The University of Louisville hosts campus Juneteenth programming including lectures, art exhibits, and a campus celebration on June 19, 2026. UofL's events are coordinated by the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in partnership with student organizations and the Cultural Center, with most programming free and open to students, faculty, and the public.
Charleston WV Juneteenth Celebration 2026
Charleston, WV • June 19, 2026
Charleston's annual Juneteenth gathering at the West Virginia Capitol grounds brings together community organizations, local performers, and elected officials to commemorate emancipation. The free event features live music, speakers, soul food vendors, and a community celebration. The 2026 observance coincides with West Virginia Day weekend and the USA Cycling Pro Road National Championships in downtown Charleston.
Juneteenth GSO Festival 2026
Greensboro, NC • June 19, 2026
Juneteenth GSO returns June 17-20, 2026 for a multi-day downtown Greensboro celebration. Programming includes a marquee festival day with live music, a Black-owned business marketplace, food trucks, kids' activities, and community organizations. The festival is anchored by the Juneteenth GSO leadership team with support from arts and civic partners across the Triad.
Triad Cultural Arts Juneteenth Celebration 2026
Winston-Salem, NC • June 19, 2026
Triad Cultural Arts presents its annual Juneteenth Celebration in Winston-Salem with educational programming, performances, oral history exhibits, and a community gathering honoring African American heritage. The organization's Juneteenth events highlight the Black history of Winston-Salem's historic neighborhoods including Happy Hill and East Winston.
Asheville Juneteenth Week 2026
Asheville, NC • June 19, 2026
Asheville's weeklong Juneteenth Celebration runs the week of June 19, 2026 across multiple downtown and West Asheville venues, presented by the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Association of Asheville & Buncombe County in partnership with the City of Asheville. Programming includes panel discussions, film screenings, live performances, and a Juneteenth-themed Downtown After 5 concert. Most events are free and open to the public.
Cary Songs of Freedom Juneteenth 2026
Cary, NC • June 19, 2026
Songs of Freedom is the Town of Cary's Juneteenth celebration at Downtown Cary Park from 3:30-9:00 PM. The free, soulful evening features historian Darrell Stover, live reenactments, spoken word, a saxophone summit, and music celebrating unity, culture, and joy. Food trucks, family activities, and community vendors round out the program.
Apex Juneteenth Festival 2026
Apex, NC • June 19, 2026
The Town of Apex hosts its annual Juneteenth Festival with live music, food vendors, family activities, a kids' zone, and community organizations. The free Town-organized event includes a freedom flag-raising ceremony, performance lineup featuring local Black artists, and educational booths exploring African American history in Wake County.
Chapel Hill-Carrboro Juneteenth Celebration 2026
Chapel Hill, NC • June 19, 2026
The Chapel Hill Community Arts & Culture office presents the annual Chapel Hill-Carrboro Juneteenth Celebration with live performances, vendors, food, kids' programming, and a community gathering. The event highlights Black history and culture in Orange County and partners with local churches, the Marian Cheek Jackson Center, and area arts organizations.
NC African American Heritage Commission Juneteenth 2026
Raleigh, NC • June 19, 2026
The North Carolina African American Heritage Commission curates a statewide Juneteenth Community Calendar and presents anchor programming in Raleigh including educational forums, lectures, and partner events at NC museums. The Commission's Juneteenth observance highlights African American freedom history and the contributions of Black North Carolinians.
Myrtle Beach Juneteenth Celebration 2026
Myrtle Beach, SC • June 19, 2026
The City of Myrtle Beach and the Historic Myrtle Beach Colored School Cultural Arts Center host the city's annual Juneteenth Celebration. The free event features live music, kids' activities, a unity parade, food vendors, and educational programming on the legacy of the historic school. Anchored at the school site, the celebration honors the Grand Strand's Black heritage.
Hampton Juneteenth & VA250 Sail at Fort Monroe 2026
Hampton, VA • June 19, 2026
Celebrate Juneteenth at Hampton's VA250 Sail at Fort Monroe on June 19, 2026, offering outstanding ship-watching opportunities from 9:00 AM to noon as tall ships make their way to harbor in full sail. The event combines Hampton's bicentennial America 250 commemoration with Juneteenth programming at the historic site where the first enslaved Africans arrived in 1619 and where Union forces declared escaping slaves "contraband of war" in 1861.
Norfolk Sail250, Juneteenth & Harborfest 2026
Norfolk, VA • June 19, 2026
From June 19-23, 2026, Norfolk's downtown waterfront hosts a five-day combined celebration of Sail250 Virginia, Juneteenth Norfolk, and the 50th Annual Norfolk Harborfest. Free public events include tall ship tours, an interactive education center, concerts, fireworks, a Juneteenth ceremony, food trucks, and family activities. The unprecedented combination represents one of the largest waterfront events in the Mid-Atlantic.
Charlottesville Juneteenth Celebration 2026
Charlottesville, VA • June 19, 2026
Charlottesville's vibrant Black community comes alive during Juneteenth with city-coordinated programming and partner events at the Jefferson School African American Heritage Center, IX Art Park, and downtown venues. The celebration honors emancipation with live music, oral history, exhibits, food, and a community gathering. Most events are free and open to the public.
Lynchburg Juneteenth & James River Batteau Festival 2026
Lynchburg, VA • June 19, 2026
Lynchburg's Juneteenth observance pairs with the James River Batteau Festival on June 19-20, 2026 at Riverfront Park. The celebration features live music, food, a Black-owned vendor marketplace, and educational programming on the Black history of the James River corridor. Programming is woven into Lynchburg's broader America 250 commemoration of the American Revolution.
MFA Boston Juneteenth Open House 2026
Boston, MA • June 19, 2026
The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston offers complimentary admission to all Massachusetts residents on June 19 in honor of Juneteenth, the oldest nationally observed commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States. The day features performances, art-making activities, talks, and access to special exhibitions including 'Witnessing Humanity: The Art of John Wilson,' spotlighting the Roxbury artist whose work addresses racial prejudice and social injustice. Tickets are first-come, first-served in person only for those with valid Massachusetts zip codes. The MFA is open 10:00 am to 10:00 pm.
We Create The World: A Juneteenth Celebration at ICA Boston 2026
Boston, MA • June 19, 2026
The Institute of Contemporary Art Boston partners with the Boston Ujima Project to present 'We Create The World: A Juneteenth Celebration.' The day-long event features a zine fair, food vendors, short films, DJ sets, and special live musical performances. Free museum admission is offered throughout the day from 10 AM to 9 PM. Free advanced tickets are available starting June 18 at 10 AM. The Boston Ujima Project is a democratic, member-run organization building a cooperative business, arts, and investment ecosystem focused on returning wealth to communities of color.
Old Sturbridge Village Juneteenth 2026
Sturbridge, MA • June 19, 2026
Old Sturbridge Village, New England's largest living history museum, will offer free admission on June 19, 2026 to commemorate Juneteenth. The day's programming explores the history, resilience, and culture of Black people in America through hands-on activities, costumed historian interpretations, and conversations focused on the lives of free and enslaved people in 19th-century New England. Visitors can explore the village's 200-acre site featuring more than 40 antique buildings, three water-powered mills, and a working farm.
Worcester Art Museum Juneteenth Free Day 2026
Worcester, MA • June 19, 2026
The Worcester Art Museum offers free admission on Friday, June 19, 2026 from 10 am to 4 pm in recognition of Juneteenth. Visitors can explore the museum's renowned collections and current special exhibitions at no cost. The Free Day is part of the museum's ongoing programming honoring the historical significance of Juneteenth and giving the community full access to its galleries.
Taste of Juneteenth New England 2026
Providence, RI • June 19, 2026
Taste of Juneteenth New England returns Friday, June 19, 2026 from 11 AM to 4 PM at Farm Fresh RI. The event showcases foods and food culture from the African Diaspora and provides a dedicated platform on Juneteenth for economic opportunity for Black-owned businesses. Visitors enjoy culinary traditions from across the African diaspora spanning the Americas and Caribbean, live music by DJ Ladyruck, and merchandise. Presented by The MUSE Foundation of Rhode Island, Hope & Main, and Farm Fresh RI. Free and open to the public.
Syracuse Juneteenth Festival at Clinton Square 2026
Syracuse, NY • June 19, 2026
The Syracuse Juneteenth Festival takes over historic Clinton Square Friday, June 19 from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM and Saturday, June 20 from 12:00 PM to 11:00 PM. The 2026 theme is 'A Reckoning: Reclaiming the Past, Remembering Black Voice and Reshaping the Future.' Friday features gospel performances; Saturday features R&B headliners. Both days host community organizations, health and human-services agencies, and food and retail vendors representing Black-owned businesses across Central New York.
Rock the Block Juneteenth Street Festival Grand Rapids 2026
Grand Rapids, MI • June 19, 2026
Rock the Block returns June 19, 2026 as a Juneteenth street festival at the corner of Madison Ave and Hall St. The community celebration includes live performances, food trucks, family activities, community resources and Black-owned business showcases.
Common Threads: Juneteenth at Frisco Heritage Center 2026
Frisco, TX • June 19, 2026
Frisco Heritage Center hosts a come-and-go educational day celebrating the history and significance of Juneteenth. The free program includes interpretive exhibits, family-friendly activities and Black history programming.
Kalamazoo Valley Museum Juneteenth Celebration of Freedom 2026
Kalamazoo, MI • June 19, 2026
Kalamazoo Valley Museum's annual Juneteenth Celebration of Freedom features Black film screenings, live music, hands-on activities, gallery exhibits and educational programming for all ages. Free admission throughout the day. Hosted in partnership with community organizations.
7th Annual Evansville Juneteenth Celebration 2026
Evansville, IN • June 19, 2026
Evansville's 7th Annual Juneteenth Celebration returns to Bayard Park Neighborhood with live music, food vendors, community resources, family activities and cultural programming honoring African American emancipation. Free and open to the public.
Jubilee Day: A Peoria Juneteenth Celebration 2026
Peoria, IL • June 19, 2026
Jubilee Day, hosted by the Peoria Park District, brings the community together for a free Juneteenth celebration featuring entertainment, food trucks, family fun, and a Juneteenth-themed drone show. The event is welcoming to all and engages attendees in honoring the legacy of Juneteenth.
Champaign Juneteenth Celebration at Douglass Park 2026
Champaign, IL • June 19, 2026
Champaign Park District and Champaign Public Library partner to host the annual Juneteenth Celebration at Douglass Park. The family-friendly event features Afro D & Global Soundwaves, a socially conscious hip-hop/jazz/funk band from Champaign, plus vendors, games, crafts, and educational activities about the holiday.
City of Racine Juneteenth Celebration 2026
Racine, WI • June 19, 2026
Racine's annual Juneteenth Celebration is a free community event featuring a parade, live music, vendors, food, and family programming honoring African American emancipation and Racine's deep Juneteenth tradition (now in its 51st year).
Racine Juneteenth Parade 2026
Racine, WI • June 19, 2026
The Racine Juneteenth Parade celebrates Black freedom and community pride with marching bands, community organizations, civic groups, and performance troupes processing through downtown Racine.
Soul of the Southside Juneteenth Festival 2026
Minneapolis, MN • June 19, 2026
The Legacy Building presents the fourth annual Soul of the Southside Festival in south Minneapolis on Friday, June 19 from noon to 8 p.m. The free Juneteenth festival's 2026 theme is 'Family: A Revolutionary Force' and features food, live music with Xina, Soulflower, and Illism, art, education, history, and a spotlight on local Black businesses, community organizations, and creatives.
Juneteenth 2026: The Reckoning at MN State Capitol
Saint Paul, MN • June 19, 2026
Juneteenth 2026: The Reckoning takes place at the Minnesota State Capitol in Saint Paul, gathering community members for reflection, advocacy, performances, and programming honoring African American freedom and Minnesota's Black community.
Saint Paul Public Library Juneteenth Programming 2026
Saint Paul, MN • June 19, 2026
Saint Paul Public Library hosts free community programming for Juneteenth across its branches including author talks, book displays, family storytimes, and cultural events celebrating African American freedom and heritage.
St. Cloud Juneteenth Celebration 2026
St. Cloud, MN • June 19, 2026
The St. Cloud Juneteenth Celebration takes place Thursday, June 19 at Lake George (or Eastman Park) and welcomes up to 1,500 attendees. The community festival features food vendors, merchants, games, competitions, live music and family activities.
Des Moines Public Library Juneteenth Programming 2026
Des Moines, IA • June 19, 2026
Des Moines Public Library hosts free Juneteenth programming including book displays, author talks, family storytimes, and cultural events celebrating African American freedom and heritage across its branches.
SGF Juneteenth Community Celebration 2026
Springfield, MO • June 19, 2026
SGF Juneteenth's 2026 'Rising Together' community celebration takes over the Springfield Expo Center with a free, family-friendly festival featuring live music, local vendors, food, kids' activities, and an award ceremony honoring local leaders. Hosted by Community Partnership of the Ozarks in collaboration with the NAACP of Springfield.
KCK Juneteenth 2026 - Forward in Freedom
Kansas City, KS • June 19, 2026
Kansas City, Kansas hosts its 2026 Juneteenth Celebration 'Forward in Freedom: Honoring Our Legacy' as an all-day event with a community parade down 5th Street and an evening celebration at Kaw Point Park complete with live music, vendors, food, and a fireworks finale.
JuneteenthICT Celebration Wichita 2026
Wichita, KS • June 19, 2026
The 2026 JuneteenthICT celebration runs June 18-21 with four days of programming featuring live music, vendors, family activities, educational programs, and community events. Hosted by CORE of Wichita, JuneteenthICT engages the community and educates attendees on the historical significance of Juneteenth.
Tulsa Juneteenth Festival 2026
Tulsa, OK • June 19, 2026
The Tulsa Juneteenth Festival is a multi-day, community-powered celebration in the heart of the historic Greenwood District, the Home of Black Wall Street. Produced by Tulsa Juneteenth Inc. with extensive community partners, the festival fills Greenwood Avenue with live music across multiple stages, hundreds of Black-owned vendors and food trucks, family activities, an HBCU experience, cultural programming, and tributes to the legacy of Black Wall Street and the survivors of the 1921 Race Massacre. The festival is free and open to all, drawing tens of thousands of attendees from across Oklahoma and the country.
Black Wall Street Rally 2026
Tulsa, OK • June 19, 2026
The Black Wall Street Rally returns to the Greenwood District with cultural programming, speakers, and community organizing tied to Greenwood Rising's Juneteenth observances. The rally activates the historic neighborhood with educational tours, panel discussions, and remembrance of the Tulsa Race Massacre, complementing the larger Tulsa Juneteenth Festival weekend.
Norman Juneteenth Festival 2026
Norman, OK • June 19, 2026
The 5th Annual Norman Juneteenth Festival returns to Reaves Park on Friday, June 19, 2026, beginning at 6:00 PM. The free, family-friendly celebration features a live DJ, guest speakers, food trucks, outdoor games, dance and musical performances, vendor village, and a fireworks show at sunset. The festival has grown into a regional destination event drawing visitors from across central Oklahoma.
Juneteenth in Da Rock Riverfront Concert 2026
Little Rock, AR • June 19, 2026
An evening riverfront concert anchors the Juneteenth in Da Rock 2026 weekend, taking place Friday, June 19 from 6:00 to 8:30 PM at the First Security Amphitheater. The free event brings the community together along the Arkansas River for live music, cultural performances, and tributes honoring the history, resilience, and spirit of Juneteenth. Presented in partnership with the Mosaic Templars Cultural Center and citywide Juneteenth in Da Rock partners.
Juneteenth in the Bluff Arts & Culture Festival 2026
Pine Bluff, AR • June 19, 2026
The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff hosts the third annual Juneteenth in the Bluff: An Arts and Culture Festival from 5 to 11 p.m. on June 19, 2026, in the Delta Rhythm and Bayous Cultural District at Main Street and Third Avenue. Southeast Arkansas' largest Juneteenth festival features live music and entertainment, arts and crafts, regional food trucks, family-friendly attractions, youth activities, and an HBCU Line Dance Challenge. The free, community-wide event drew more than 2,800 attendees in its previous year.
Fayetteville Juneteenth Jubilee 2026
Fayetteville, AR • June 19, 2026
The 5th annual Fayetteville Juneteenth Jubilee returns to Festival Park in the heart of downtown Fayetteville on Friday, June 19, 2026 from 5 PM to 11 PM. Hosted by the Cool Spring Downtown District, the celebration features nationally touring headliners (Kirby and Misha Fair lead the 2026 lineup), local performance acts, food trucks, small-business and corporate vendors, artists/artisans, history programming, games, and family-friendly entertainment.
Lake Charles Juneteenth Freedom Festival 2026
Lake Charles, LA • June 19, 2026
Lake Charles hosts a multi-day Juneteenth Freedom Festival from June 17-20, 2026, celebrating freedom, culture, and community while uplifting Black excellence and honoring ancestors. The festival features live music, parades, spoken word, vendor markets, youth programming, and community service events spread across multiple downtown venues.
Las Vegas Juneteenth Festival Weekend 2026
Las Vegas, NV • June 19, 2026
The Las Vegas Juneteenth Festival presents a multi-day celebration of Black culture, music, and freedom across the Historic Westside. The festival experience includes live performances, vendor markets, family activities, and cultural programming throughout the weekend.
City of Henderson Juneteenth Festival 2026
Henderson, NV • June 19, 2026
The City of Henderson Juneteenth Festival takes place June 19, 2026, featuring performances by Johnny Lee Chapman III, Street Corner Renaissance, Syndee Winters, and more. The free celebration includes a vendor market, family activities, and an art exhibition titled "Experience Juneteenth in the Present" displayed throughout City Hall, encouraging community members to learn, be inspired, and celebrate this important day of unity.
Eugene Juneteenth Celebration 2026
Eugene, OR • June 19, 2026
Eugene Juneteenth returns for its annual community celebration honoring the history, resilience, and achievements of African Americans. The 2026 event features Black performing artists, Black vendors and crafters, Black businesses and organizations, Black food vendors, and themed cultural programming. A free, family-friendly gathering organized by the Eugene Juneteenth team.
Salem Juneteenth Community History Walk 2026
Salem, OR • June 19, 2026
The Willamette Heritage Center, Oregon Black Pioneers, and Just Walk Salem-Keizer host the 4th annual Juneteenth Community History Walk on June 19, 2026. The guided walking tour highlights Black history and pioneers in the Salem area through stories, landmarks, and community reflection on the meaning of emancipation in Oregon.
Salem-Keizer NAACP Black Wall Street Juneteenth Celebration 2026
Salem, OR • June 19, 2026
The Salem-Keizer chapter of the NAACP presents the Black Wall Street and Juneteenth Celebration, bringing together local food trucks, family-friendly activities, live performances, and cultural programming honoring Black entrepreneurship and freedom on Juneteenth.
Seattle Juneteenth at Jimi Hendrix Park 2026
Seattle, WA • June 19, 2026
Seattle's Juneteenth celebration at Jimi Hendrix Park returns Thursday, June 19, 2026, with live music, food, vendors, and family programming in the Central District. The free event activates the iconic park adjacent to the Northwest African American Museum with cultural performances honoring Black freedom, creativity, and community.
Tacoma Juneteenth: A Road to Economic Freedom 2026
Tacoma, WA • June 19, 2026
Washington State's largest Juneteenth celebration returns to Stewart Heights Park on Thursday, June 19, 2026 from 11 AM to 5 PM. Themed "A Road to Economic Freedom," the free event draws thousands with live music, food, vendor markets, community resources, and family programming on Tacoma's Eastside. Free shuttles, ASL interpretation, and accessibility supports remove barriers to participation. Title sponsored by WFSE Local 443 with support from Tacoma Creates, City of Tacoma, MultiCare, Parks Tacoma, and partners.
4th Annual Tacoma Public Schools Juneteenth Festival 2026
Tacoma, WA • June 19, 2026
Tacoma Public Schools presents the 4th Annual Juneteenth Festival at Mount Tahoma High School, a community celebration centering Black students, families, and educators. The free family-friendly festival features student performances, vendors, food, and educational programming honoring Black history and culture in TPS.
Bellevue Juneteenth Community Celebration 2026
Bellevue, WA • June 19, 2026
Eton School and The Little School host the 4th annual Bellevue Juneteenth Community Celebration designed to center, celebrate, and support Black voices and businesses on the Eastside. The free family event features VCBynum Arts and Education's We Inspire Humanity program, Awal Alhassan and Sohoyini West African dance, NW D'Lux led by drummer D'Vonne Lewis, and food vendors including Mama Sambusa Kitchen.
City of Boulder Juneteenth Flag Raising 2026
Boulder, CO • June 19, 2026
The City of Boulder hosts its annual Juneteenth Flag Raising and community celebration on June 19, 2026, including remarks from local leaders, music, and reflections on civil rights and equity. The event is part of Boulder's broader Human Relations Fund-supported Juneteenth programming with community partners across the city.
Museum of Boulder Juneteenth Liberation Day Celebration 2026
Boulder, CO • June 19, 2026
Museum of Boulder partners with Out Boulder County for a Juneteenth Liberation Day Celebration honoring Black freedom and the intersections of Black and LGBTQ+ liberation. The program features performances, speakers, art, and community gathering spaces inside and outside the museum.
Pueblo: Proclaiming Colorado's Black History Exhibition Juneteenth Closing 2026
Pueblo, CO • June 19, 2026
El Pueblo History Museum's exhibition Proclaiming Colorado's Black History closes on Juneteenth, Friday, June 19, 2026, with special programming honoring the holiday. The exhibit, open since MLK Day, celebrates Black Coloradans' contributions to the state through artifacts, oral histories, and interactive displays. History Colorado partners host closing-day events to mark Juneteenth.
Ogden Juneteenth Freedom & Heritage Festival 2026
Ogden, UT • June 19, 2026
Hosted since 1989 by the Project Success Coalition, the Ogden Juneteenth Freedom & Heritage Festival is the longest-running Juneteenth celebration in Utah. The three-day festival celebrates the rich history, heritage, and achievements of the Black community through inspiring performances, educational exhibits, empowering discussions, vendor markets, food, gospel choir, and live entertainment along Historic 25th Street.
Boise Juneteenth Celebration 2026
Boise, ID • June 19, 2026
Boise's Juneteenth celebration returns in 2026 with live music, local food, storytelling, educational activities, and cultural performances honoring Black freedom and Idaho's Black community. Organized by Juneteenth Idaho with community partners across the Treasure Valley.
Fort Worth Botanic Garden Juneteenth Free Admission Day 2026
Fort Worth, TX • June 19, 2026
The Fort Worth Botanic Garden offers free admission on Thursday, June 19, in honor of Juneteenth. Visitors can explore 110+ acres of gardens, special programming, and reflective spaces in observance of Emancipation Day.
Arlington Juneteenth Jubilee 2026
Arlington, TX • June 19, 2026
The Arlington Juneteenth Jubilee is a multi-day commemoration in Downtown Arlington featuring live music, food vendors, family-friendly activities, art exhibits, and community programming. The festival celebrates the freedom of enslaved African Americans with educational programming, performances, and a vendor marketplace.
5th Annual SA Juneteenth Block Party & Fair 2026
San Antonio, TX • June 19, 2026
The 5th Annual S.A Juneteenth Block Party & Fair features local small businesses, public agencies, non-profits and community partners. Attendees can enjoy live music, DJs, speakers and family-friendly programming. The event is free and open to the community, anchoring San Antonio's Juneteenth weekend.
RISE UP Juneteenth Celebration 2026
Lubbock, TX • June 19, 2026
Lubbock's official Juneteenth celebration, RISE UP, returns in 2026 with a multi-day Freedom Celebration weekend including live music, community programming and an H-E-B Fireworks Show. Organized by the Lubbock Juneteenth Committee, RISE UP is the city's signature observance of Emancipation Day.
Round Rock Juneteenth Festival 2026
Round Rock, TX • June 19, 2026
The 18th Annual Round Rock Juneteenth Festival is a free event at the Lakeview Pavilion in Old Settlers Park. Organized by the City of Round Rock Parks and Recreation Department, the festival features live music, food, cultural exhibits, vendor booths and family-friendly activities.
Pflugerville Juneteenth: Rock the Block 2026
Pflugerville, TX • June 19, 2026
City of Pflugerville hosts its Juneteenth: Rock the Block celebration in downtown Pflugerville from 8 to 10 p.m. Live music, food vendors and family-friendly programming. Admission is free; families are invited to bring lawn chairs and blankets.
2026 California State Capitol Juneteenth Celebration
Sacramento, CA • June 19, 2026
A celebration at the California State Capitol highlighting Juneteenth as an optional holiday for state, city, and county workers. Programming includes a resource fair, cultural performances, and a gala dinner along the Sacramento River. Free public admission to daytime programming.
Sacramento Juneteenth Art Walk 2026
Sacramento, CA • June 19, 2026
B Street Theatre and partner arts organizations welcome anyone to join a free Juneteenth Art Walk featuring exhibitions, performances and pop-up activations from Black artists across midtown Sacramento.
The Juneteenth Experience Fresno 2026
Fresno, CA • June 19, 2026
Fresno's 4-day Juneteenth Experience features a parade, performances, inspirational speakers, workshops, soul food, vendors, educational institutions, non-profit booths and a kid zone. The celebration draws over 10,000 community members and serves as the Central Valley's premier Juneteenth event.
Carson Juneteenth Celebration at Anderson Park 2026
Carson, CA • June 19, 2026
The City of Carson hosts its annual Juneteenth Celebration at Anderson Park, where families can enjoy a day filled with culture, community, live performances and entertainment. The free event commemorates emancipation with food, vendors and family-friendly activities.
Palmdale Juneteenth Celebration 2026
Palmdale, CA • June 19, 2026
The City of Palmdale hosts its Juneteenth celebration on Thursday, June 19 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Poncitlán Square in partnership with the AV Black Chamber of Commerce and Future Leaders of California. The free event features cultural programming, vendors and community resources.
Louisiana Purchase Juneteenth Block Party North Park 2026
San Diego, CA • June 19, 2026
Louisiana Purchase hosts its first Juneteenth Block Party at the corner of Louisiana Street and Wightman Street in North Park on June 19 from noon to 6 p.m., featuring local Black-owned businesses, slam poetry spoken word showcase, and live music.
Shoreline Village Juneteenth Celebration Long Beach 2026
Long Beach, CA • June 19, 2026
Shoreline Village hosts a Juneteenth Celebration in partnership with the Downtown Long Beach Alliance featuring live DJs, step show, cultural activations, face painting, arts and crafts, and a wide range of local food vendors and art displays.
Tampa Bay Juneteenth Coalition Celebration 2026
Tampa, FL • June 19, 2026
The Tampa Bay Juneteenth Coalition coordinates regional Juneteenth programming across Hillsborough and Pinellas counties, bringing together community organizations, churches, museums, and civic groups for a slate of events on and around June 19, 2026. The Coalition's calendar includes educational forums, freedom marches, youth programs, and partner festivals across the Tampa Bay metro.
Pensacola Journey to Juneteenth 2026
Pensacola, FL • June 19, 2026
The City of Pensacola's Journey to Juneteenth is a multi-week lineup of programming culminating on June 19, 2026, that pairs with Gallery Night and other downtown cultural events. The series highlights local Black history, art, and music with exhibits, performances, panel discussions, and a community celebration honoring emancipation. Most events are free and open to the public.
Gainesville Journey to Juneteenth 2026
Gainesville, FL • June 19, 2026
The City of Gainesville's Journey to Juneteenth is a month-long celebration running from Florida Emancipation Day on May 20 through Juneteenth on June 19, 2026. Programming spans concerts, lectures, museum days, and community events with a marquee Juneteenth Breakfast and Black Music Month Celebration as the centerpiece. The series partners with local cultural institutions and HBCUs to commemorate African American freedom and contributions.
1887 Juneteenth Weekend in Eatonville 2026
Eatonville, FL • June 19, 2026
The 3rd Annual 1887 Juneteenth Weekend returns to Eatonville, one of the first incorporated Black towns in the nation. The three-day celebration features live performances, cultural exhibits honoring Zora Neale Hurston, family-friendly entertainment, food vendors, and tours of historic Eatonville sites. The weekend pays tribute to the town's founding as a self-governing Black municipality in 1887.
Lift Every Voice Drone & Light Show 2026
Stone Mountain, GA • June 19, 2026
Stone Mountain Park presents the free Lift Every Voice Drone & Light Show celebrating African American culture June 18-21, 2026. The nightly show features synchronized drones, lasers, and fireworks showcasing Motown legends and Black pop culture pioneers. The presentation projects against Stone Mountain in a reframing of the historic site as a venue for Juneteenth celebration.
Lowcountry Juneteenth Week 2026 (J19 Week)
Charleston, SC • June 19, 2026
Lowcountry Juneteenth Week (J19 Week) is a week-long celebration of African American and Gullah culture in Charleston, featuring music, food, educational programs, community events, and family activities across multiple Lowcountry venues.
Columbia Museum of Art Juneteenth Free Day 2026
Columbia, SC • June 19, 2026
The Columbia Museum of Art offers free admission Friday, June 19, 10 AM to 8 PM, with featured exhibitions including 'Sam Gilliam: Printmaker' and 'Let's Have a Talk: Black Artists from the CMA Collection.' Guided gallery tours led by Dr. Nancy Tolson at 11 AM and 2 PM.
IU Bloomington School of Education Juneteenth 2026
Bloomington, IN • June 19, 2026
Indiana University's School of Education hosts Juneteenth programming including educational sessions, panel discussions, and community engagement. The event is part of IU's Juneteenth observance and aligns with the City of Bloomington's broader Juneteenth celebration.
EVPL Evansville Cultural Experience Juneteenth 2026
Evansville, IN • June 19, 2026
The Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library presents the EVPL Cultural Experience Juneteenth Celebration, featuring book displays, author talks, family programming, and historical presentations on Juneteenth and Black history in southern Indiana. Free and open to all library visitors.
Evansville Juneteenth Community Block Party 2026
Evansville, IN • June 19, 2026
Evansville's Juneteenth Community Block Party brings neighborhoods together with live music, food, kids' activities, and local vendors. The block party is one of several Juneteenth gatherings happening across the Evansville region alongside the 7th Annual EVV Juneteenth Celebration at Bayard Park.
Ann Arbor Juneteenth Walk & Celebration at Wheeler Park 2026
Ann Arbor, MI • June 19, 2026
Ann Arbor's annual Juneteenth observance includes a one-mile walk for racial justice from Fuller Park to Wheeler Park starting at 10 a.m., followed by a celebration at Wheeler Park from noon to 6 p.m. featuring entertainment, food, community resources, and vendors.
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts Juneteenth Family Afternoon 2026
Kalamazoo, MI • June 19, 2026
The Kalamazoo Institute of Arts hosts a Juneteenth Family Afternoon featuring art-making activities, performances, and tours of exhibitions highlighting Black artists. The free family event is part of KIA's annual Juneteenth observance.
St. Cloud Juneteenth Basketball Tournament 2026
St. Cloud, MN • June 19, 2026
The St. Cloud Juneteenth Celebration includes a 3v3 basketball tournament for ages 10–18 held across from St. Cloud City Hall. Up to four players per team; registration deadline is June 7. Part of the broader St. Cloud Juneteenth Celebration at Lake George/Eastman Park.
JuneteenthOhio Festival 2026
Canton, OH • June 19, 2026
The JuneteenthOhio Festival takes place June 19–20, 2026 with statewide programming including stops and partner events across Ohio cities. The festival promotes Black history, culture, and entrepreneurship and is featured on the official Juneteenth Ohio website.
Springfield MO Freedom Day Music Fest at Founders Park 2026
Springfield, MO • June 19, 2026
The 7th Annual Freedom Day Music Fest, Springfield's biggest Juneteenth celebration, takes place at Founders Park. The free, community event features live performances by King Clarentz and the Propers, Krista Meadows, The Queens of Soul, Mz Goldie, and other local favorites.
Sioux Falls Juneteenth Cultural Performances 2026
Sioux Falls, SD • June 19, 2026
JuneteenthSF, Sioux Falls' premier community Juneteenth celebration, features cultural performances including music, dance, and spoken word poetry, alongside vendors selling food, crafts, and other goods. Confirm the 2026 venue on the JuneteenthSF website.
Youngstown Juneteenth Freedom Fireworks at Wean Park 2026
Youngstown, OH • June 19, 2026
The Juneteenth Freedom Fireworks Display at Wean Park caps the Youngstown Juneteenth Weeklong Celebration with fireworks at dark. The free display follows daylong programming in downtown Youngstown.
Juneteenth at NJPAC 2026
Newark, NJ • June 19, 2026
NJPAC celebrates freedom with a street fair, poetry, music, and conversations marking Juneteenth. The annual celebration is a centerpiece of Newark's broader Experience Newark Juneteenth programming and is part of NJPAC's mission to elevate Black artists and audiences.
Juneteenth Community Day at the National Civil Rights Museum 2026
Memphis, TN • June 19, 2026
The National Civil Rights Museum at the Lorraine Motel marks Juneteenth with Community Day, offering free museum admission to all visitors. The day centers on freedom, culture, and health equity, with entertainment, educational activities, and community resources. Free admission is first-come, first-served with no advance reservation required.
AFRAM Festival 2026
Baltimore, MD • June 19, 2026
The 50th Annual AFRAM Festival returns to historic Druid Hill Park June 19-21, 2026 from 12 PM to 9 PM each day. One of the largest African American festivals on the East Coast, AFRAM is a free, family-oriented celebration of Baltimore's African American heritage. The 2026 lineup features Charlie Wilson, Tamia, The Lox, and Baltimore-born artists Mario, Ultra Naté, and Paula Campbell. Activities include local eats, carnival mask making, African drumming, and kids' programming. Cash only — ATMs not available.
Juneteenth Celebration at Benjamin Banneker Historical Park 2026
Baltimore, MD • June 19, 2026
Benjamin Banneker Historical Park and Museum hosts a Juneteenth Celebration featuring live music, living history presentations, local vendors, and exhibitors. Held at the historic homestead of African American polymath Benjamin Banneker, the event offers free admission and free parking on the museum grounds outside Baltimore.
New Orleans Juneteenth Festival 2026
New Orleans, LA • June 19, 2026
The 7th Annual NOLA Juneteenth Festival takes place Friday, June 19, 2026 from 12 PM to 5:30 PM at historic Congo Square. The festival features live music from favorite artists, bands, and dancers; shopping with Black-owned vendors; and information from community resources and local HBCUs. Free and open to the public, the celebration is anchored at one of the most significant sites of African American cultural heritage in the United States.
Official National Juneteenth of Alabama Commemoration 2026
Birmingham, AL • June 19, 2026
The Official National Juneteenth of Alabama Commemoration is held in historic Kelly Ingram Park from 11 AM to 5:30 PM, featuring giveaways, live music, a DJ, and more. The park is a touchstone of the Civil Rights Movement, adjacent to the 16th Street Baptist Church and the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute. Hosted by the National Juneteenth Observance Foundation of Alabama.
Birmingham Civil Rights Institute Juneteenth 2026
Birmingham, AL • June 19, 2026
The Birmingham Civil Rights Institute opens with free admission for Juneteenth, 11 AM to 5 PM, featuring a Kids Zone, food trucks, line dancing, and music. Visitors can tour exhibits documenting Birmingham's pivotal role in the American Civil Rights Movement.
Juneteenth Free Day at the Two Mississippi Museums 2026
Jackson, MS • June 19, 2026
The Two Mississippi Museums — the Museum of Mississippi History and the Mississippi Civil Rights Museum — offer free admission for Juneteenth, with cultural programming, interactive exhibits, and musical tributes. Hosted in partnership with Downtown Jackson Partners.
University Heights Juneteenth Celebration 2026
University Heights, OH • June 19, 2026
The City of University Heights hosts a Juneteenth Celebration at Walter Stinson Community Park, 1:30 PM to 8:30 PM, featuring performances by the All City Choir, DJ Marcus Alan Ward, local poets and dancers, and a closing concert from Forecast.
Newark Museum of Art Juneteenth Community Day 2026
Newark, NJ • June 19, 2026
Juneteenth Community Day at the Newark Museum of Art is an outdoor festival inspired by Harriet Tubman, featuring performers, artists, and dancers from Black communities across New Jersey. Visitors can decorate ceramic tiles for Newark's Harriet Tubman Monument in Washington Park, join step workshops, do arts and crafts, and shop with local vendors. Free general museum admission all day.
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.
Dogwood Dell Juneteenth Celebration 2026
Richmond, VA • June 19, 2026
Dogwood Dell's outdoor amphitheater opens its summer season with a Juneteenth Celebration featuring a special performance from the Elegba Folklore Society, acknowledging the history of Juneteenth, African American heritage, and Virginia's newest state holiday. Free admission.
Joy on Juneteenth 2026
Richmond, VA • June 19, 2026
Diversity Richmond hosts JOY ON JUNETEENTH, a full-day event packed with wellness activities, line dancing, live music, poetry, and 25+ Black-owned vendors celebrating Black joy, creativity, and resilience.
Juneteenth at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden 2026
Richmond, VA • June 19, 2026
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden offers free admission on Juneteenth with performances by Lady Hymningbird, live painting by Ron Stokes, local food, and an evening concert by Ban Caribe.
Jubilee Sky of Freedom Fireworks Show 2026
Savannah, GA • June 19, 2026
The Jubilee Sky of Freedom Fireworks Show, June 19, 2026 at Daffin Park, features live music, a battle of the bands, food and merchandise vendors, and a fireworks finale, capping off Savannah's Juneteenth holiday observance.
Juneteenth Walk to the River 2026
Savannah, GA • June 19, 2026
The Juneteenth Walk to the River begins at 8:30 AM at Wells Park and proceeds north on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, ending at the Savannah River in front of Plant Riverside. The community walk commemorates emancipation along Savannah's primary Black-history corridor.
Juneteenth Free Family Day at Telfair Museums 2026
Savannah, GA • June 19, 2026
Telfair Museums hosts a free Juneteenth Family Day across its three downtown sites — the Telfair Academy, Jepson Center, and Owens-Thomas House & Slave Quarters. Programming includes art-making, storytelling, and tours focused on the lives of the enslaved people who built and maintained Savannah's historic homes.
Juneteenth Celebration: An Ode to West Fest 2026
Charlotte, NC • June 19, 2026
The 6th Annual Juneteenth Celebration at the Harvey B. Gantt Center pays homage to the city's historic West Fest, featuring exhibitions, music performances, talks exploring freedom and art, free entertainment, giveaways, a kids corner, and a senior citizens area. Free for all ages.
Juneteenth Celebration at Mardi Gras Park 2026
Mobile, AL • June 19, 2026
Celebrate Black culture, heritage, and community at Mardi Gras Park in downtown Mobile, Thursday, June 19 from 2 PM to 5 PM. Activities include a live DJ, arts and crafts, line dancing, and family programming. Hosted by the City of Mobile.
Springfield Juneteenth Jubilee Flag Raising & Block Party 2026
Springfield, MA • June 19, 2026
The Springfield Juneteenth Jubilee returns to Mason Square at the Black Vietnam Veterans Memorial for its annual flag raising and block party. Organized by the Springfield Juneteenth Jubilee Committee in partnership with the City of Springfield, the multi-day jubilee includes a youth panel, the official flag raising ceremony, a community block party, family fun day, and a Father's Day brunch. Programming honors Black history, culture, and the legacy of emancipation in Western Massachusetts.
Hudson County Juneteenth Flag Raising 2026
Jersey City, NJ • June 19, 2026
Hudson County hosts its annual Juneteenth Flag Raising ceremony at Hudson County Plaza in Jersey City, marking the federal holiday with remarks from county officials, community leaders, and faith partners. The ceremony commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans and includes musical performances, a moment of reflection, and the official raising of the Juneteenth flag.
Canton Juneteenth Celebration 2026
Canton, OH • June 19, 2026
The annual Canton Juneteenth Celebration is a daylong community event featuring a 5K Run/Walk, Health Fair, Community Forum and live performances from artists and community groups. The celebration honors Black freedom, history and culture in Stark County and brings together residents, organizations and local businesses.
Youngstown Juneteenth Weeklong Celebration 2026
Youngstown, OH • June 19, 2026
Youngstown's annual Juneteenth Weeklong Celebration unites the community with music, dance, food, and culture honoring African American emancipation and heritage. Centered at Wean Park downtown with multiple satellite events through the week, the festival has grown each summer since 2020 and includes a Soul Food Cookoff, live performances, and community programming.
Summer of Soul Juneteenth at Jimi Hendrix Park
Seattle, WA • June 19, 2026
Seattle's largest and longest-running Juneteenth celebration — full day of live performances by local and national acts, vendors, and family activities, continuing the tradition started by DeCharlene Williams in 1983.
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 at the Charles H. Wright Museum
Detroit, MI • June 19, 2026
Full-day Juneteenth program with treasure hunt, silent yoga, healing-through-art workshop, outdoor field day, dance tribute, cookout, and live-music Juneteenth Afterglow.
Juneteenth: A Celebration of Freedom at Miller Outdoor Theatre
Houston, TX • June 19, 2026
Free outdoor Juneteenth concert featuring Soultre, The Goodfellaz, Anthony Hall, Mario, Kai Hicks, Jenni P., and DJs Chilly Bill Smith and Thundercat.
Nia Cultural Center — Juneteenth Headquarters & Art Gallery
Galveston, TX • June 19, 2026
Juneteenth Headquarters and Art Gallery in Galveston with rotating exhibitions, programming, and community events commemorating freedom on the holiday's birthplace.
Patchen Community Square Juneteenth Celebration
New York, NY • June 19, 2026
Brooklyn neighborhood Juneteenth celebration honoring the African Diaspora with food, music, and culture, 4pm-7pm.
We Outside: A Brooklyn Juneteenth
New York, NY • June 19, 2026
Brooklyn cultural celebration with live music, dance, and spoken word in the Plaza at 300 Ashland — a free outdoor Juneteenth gathering 2pm-8pm.
National Harbor Juneteenth Celebration
National Harbor, MD • June 19, 2026
Annual Juneteenth celebration with a Black-owned marketplace, food vendors, live music, and family activities along the waterfront.
Juneteenth at the Museum of Fine Arts Boston
Boston, MA • June 19, 2026
Free admission for Massachusetts residents with performances, art-making activities, and talks marking Juneteenth.
Newark Museum of Art Juneteenth Community Day
Newark, NJ • June 19, 2026
Outdoor festival inspired by Harriet Tubman with performers, dancers, step workshops, arts, food, and free museum admission.
Unity Fest Juneteenth Celebration
Baton Rouge, LA • June 19, 2026
Free Juneteenth celebration hosted by the City of Baton Rouge with live music and family-friendly programming.
Mobile Juneteenth Second Line Parade
Mobile, AL • June 19, 2026
Juneteenth second line parade through downtown Mobile, part of a multi-day Miss Juneteenth America program.
9th Annual Juneteenth Augusta Festival
Augusta, GA • June 19, 2026
Free annual community festival with speakers, music, spoken word, exhibits, vendors, and entertainment for kids.
5th Annual Juneteenth Jubilee
Fayetteville, NC • June 19, 2026
Community celebration with nationally touring headliners, local performances, food trucks, vendors, and the Miss Juneteenth Fayetteville Pageant.
Juneteenth Freedom Ride - L.A.
Los Angeles, CA • June 19, 2026
Annual 9-,14- or 19-mile bike ride starting/ending at Leimert Park, in celebration of Juneteenth and community freedom.
Juneteenth Proclamation Reading at Ashton Villa
Galveston, TX • June 19, 2026
Annual reading and ceremony commemorating General Orders No. 3 at historic Ashton Villa.
Emancipation March & Service at Reedy Chapel AME
Galveston, TX • June 19, 2026
Community march and service at historic Reedy Chapel, a focal site of early Juneteenth observances.
Juneteenth Triad Farmers Market
Greensboro, NC • June 19, 2026
Guilford County Juneteenth market featuring minority farmers offering fresh locally grown produce and meat, live music, craft vendors, and food trucks.
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.
Hartford Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration
Hartford, CT • June 19, 2026
City of Hartford Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration at Bushnell Park focused on elevation, empowerment, and entertainment with local businesses, food, drink, and empowerment zones.
JuneteenthOhio Festival
Dayton, OH • June 19, 2026
Annual JuneteenthOhio Festival celebrating freedom, culture, and community in the Dayton area.
Las Vegas Juneteenth Experience: Movie Under the Stars
Las Vegas, NV • June 19, 2026
Free outdoor movie under the stars in the Historic Westside, preceded by "Poetry in the Park" with Rhythm Nation Band and local spoken word artists.
F.A.I.T.H. Freedom Festival Juneteenth
North Las Vegas, NV • June 19, 2026
Juneteenth festival at Craig Ranch Regional Park with live music, dance performances, spoken word, educational skits, and local retail and food vendors.
Juneteenth Commemoration Ceremony
Chattanooga, TN • June 19, 2026
Chattanooga Festivals of Black Arts & Ideas Juneteenth Commemoration Ceremony at Walker Theater (free with RSVP).
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.
Columbus Juneteenth Jubilee at Civic Center
Columbus, GA • June 19, 2026
Annual Juneteenth Jubilee at the Columbus Civic Center Amphitheater celebrating African American culture with music, art, and community programming from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
UTA Juneteenth Festival
Arlington, TX • June 19, 2026
Annual UTA Juneteenth celebration with speakers, food, entertainment, music, dance, and history honoring Black resilience and Black culture.
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.
Annual Juneteenth Celebration - Peninsula
Hampton, VA • June 19, 2026
Peninsula-wide Juneteenth celebration with live music, cultural performances, Black-owned vendors, food trucks, and family activities.
Beyond Juneteenth Festival at Delaware Art Museum
Wilmington, DE • June 19, 2026
Annual Sculpture Garden Happy Hour Juneteenth festival featuring music, art, and community programming at the Delaware Art Museum.
New Hanover County Juneteenth Celebration
Wilmington, NC • June 19, 2026
Annual county Juneteenth celebration featuring music and food from local Black-owned businesses, an educational trivia game, and family activities.
Juneteenth Jamboree
Wilmington, NC • June 19, 2026
Family-friendly Juneteenth festival with entertainers, local vendors, food trucks, and a fireworks finale in downtown Wilmington.
Annual Huntsville Juneteenth Festival
Huntsville, AL • June 19, 2026
Free family-friendly festival with live music, food trucks, fireworks, and STEAM activities, presented by the City’s Office of Multicultural Affairs.
Annual Foot Soldiers Park Juneteenth Celebration
Selma, AL • June 19, 2026
Annual Juneteenth celebration honoring a 1965 Civil Rights Movement foot soldier with live music, African dancers and drummers, Kidz Zone, and Black-owned vendors.
Juneteenth Junior Pageant
Selma, AL • June 19, 2026
Annual youth pageant held as part of Foot Soldiers Park's Juneteenth programming in Selma.
Poetic Therapy Juneteenth Festival
Albany, GA • June 19, 2026
Annual Juneteenth festival featuring spoken word, live performances by local artists, line dancing, and family activities.
Truth In Action Juneteenth Festival
Albany, GA • June 19, 2026
Juneteenth festival hosted at the Albany Civil Rights Institute commemorating freedom and the local civil rights movement.
City of Gary Juneteenth Celebration
Gary, IN • June 19, 2026
Annual Juneteenth celebration hosted by the City of Gary Parks Department with a parade, fun, food, and activities for all ages.
BCRI Juneteenth: A Celebration for the Culture
Birmingham, AL • June 19, 2026
Birmingham Civil Rights Institute's annual Juneteenth celebration with live music, food vendors, family activities, and free museum admission.
Juneteenth: A Celebration of Freedom at Discovery Green
Houston, TX • June 19, 2026
Family-friendly Juneteenth festival with live music, top DJs, art, BLCK Market vendors, food trucks, and fireworks at Discovery Green and Avenida Houston.
Leimert Park Juneteenth Celebration
Los Angeles, CA • June 19, 2026
Community drum circles, jazz and DJ sets, poetry, wellness and vendor programming in the historic Leimert Park neighborhood.
Juneteenth Block Party & Free Museum Day - African American Museum
Philadelphia, PA • June 19, 2026
Block party to mark Juneteenth; free museum entrance and musical performances.
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.
Roxbury Homecoming Juneteenth Celebration
Boston, MA • June 19, 2026
Embrace Boston's annual Roxbury Homecoming Juneteenth celebration with music, community programming, and Black cultural programming in Nubian Square.
Freedom Song Sing-along (Juneteenth) 2026
Williamsburg, VA • June 19, 2026
Interactive sing-along program led by renowned educator and performer Dr. Kathy Bullock, exploring songs of bondage and liberation in African American history. Part of Colonial Williamsburg’s Juneteenth weekend programming.
Amplify: Songs of Justice
Louisville, KY • June 19, 2026
Kentucky Opera's annual Juneteenth evening of music, art, and spoken word, presented as part of Louisville's official Juneteenth Jubilee Celebration.
Louisville Juneteenth Jubilee
Louisville, KY • June 19, 2026
Citywide Juneteenth Jubilee programming organized by the Louisville Metro Juneteenth Jubilee Commission to advance educational and cultural programming around Juneteenth.
NJPAC ArtsXChange Juneteenth Bergen Street Festival
Newark, NJ • June 19, 2026
NJPAC's outdoor South Ward Juneteenth festival with live performances, carnival rides, food vendors, health and wellness activities, and the ArtsXChange mainstage.
Juneteenth @ NJPAC
Newark, NJ • June 19, 2026
NJPAC's flagship Juneteenth celebration of freedom with a street fair, poetry, music, and thoughtful conversations.
A Joyful Noise: Juneteenth Celebration at LSU Museum of Art
Baton Rouge, LA • June 19, 2026
Juneteenth celebration at LSU Museum of Art featuring a program honoring Black culture in the Shaw Center for the Arts.
Juneteenth Celebration at Mardi Gras Park
Mobile, AL • June 19, 2026
Downtown Mobile Juneteenth celebration of Black culture, heritage, and community with a live DJ, arts and crafts, and line dancing.
Jubilee Sky of Freedom Fireworks Show
Savannah, GA • June 19, 2026
Juneteenth fireworks show at Daffin Park with live music, battle of the bands, vendors, food, and pre-fireworks performances starting at 5 p.m.
Juneteenth Walk to the River
Savannah, GA • June 19, 2026
Annual commemorative Juneteenth walk hosted by the Mayor of Savannah, beginning at Wells Park and moving down Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd to the Savannah River.
Juneteenth Celebration at Augusta Exchange Club Fairgrounds
Augusta, GA • June 19, 2026
Free, family-friendly Juneteenth event at the Augusta Exchange Club Fairgrounds with live entertainment, local vendors, and cultural exhibits.
Juneteenth SOULebration
Greensboro, NC • June 19, 2026
Free outdoor community Juneteenth gathering with live gospel music, kids zone, food trucks, vendors, and family activities.
Staged Reading: A Gathering of Hair (Juneteenth) 2026
Williamsburg, VA • June 19, 2026
Staged reading following Elizabeth, a free Black woman, alongside Agnes and Lydia as they navigate love and relationships in colonial Virginia. Presented by the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation as part of its Juneteenth weekend programming.
Celebrate Freedom Fest at Emancipation Park
Houston, TX • June 19, 2026
Citywide Juneteenth kickoff at the historic park founded in 1872, organized by Juneteenth Houston in partnership with seven historic Black neighborhoods (Third Ward, Fourth Ward, Fifth Ward, Acres Homes, Independence Heights, Sunnyside, South Park).
Juneteenth on Almeda
Houston, TX • June 19, 2026
Third Ward Juneteenth celebration with live performances, Black-owned vendors, and community programming, hosted by Third Ward Cultural District in collaboration with My Southern Brand, Black Book Houston, and 4501 Almeda.
Louisville Juneteenth Festival
Louisville, KY • June 19, 2026
Free, day-long community festival featuring food vendors, live music, and cultural programming.
JuneteenthHBG Juneteenth Jubilee 2026
Harrisburg, PA • June 19, 2026
The 7th Annual JuneteenthHBG Juneteenth Jubilee takes place Friday, June 19, 2026 starting at 12:00 PM at Soldiers and Sailors Grove behind the Pennsylvania State Capitol. The family-friendly festival features free food, live performances, food trucks, vendors, and community resources. Organized by YPOC Harrisburg, the celebration is part of a week-long series marking 250 years of American history and 10 years of YPOC. Most events are free or low-cost.
Allentown Juneteenth Flag Raising at City Hall 2026
Allentown, PA • June 19, 2026
The City of Allentown hosts its annual Juneteenth Flag Raising ceremony at City Hall on Thursday, June 19, 2026 at 12:00 PM. Mayor and city officials join community leaders to raise the Juneteenth flag, kicking off the city's multi-day commemoration. Free and open to the public.
Allentown Juneteenth Basketball Classic 2026
Allentown, PA • June 19, 2026
The City of Allentown's Juneteenth Basketball Classic runs Friday June 19 through Sunday June 21, 2026 as part of the city's official Juneteenth programming. Local teams and players gather for tournament games celebrating community, sport, and Black freedom. Hosted by the City of Allentown Special Events Bureau.
Juneteenth Celebration at Levitt Pavilion Dayton
Dayton, OH • June 19, 2026
Third annual Juneteenth event with line dancing pre-show, live music, and a commemoration of Juneteenth.
WPA Juneteenth Mellon Park Free Concerts 2026
Pittsburgh, PA • June 19, 2026
Mellon Park hosts free WPA Juneteenth concerts each evening from June 18 through June 21, 2026 from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM. The 2026 lineup includes the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, 702, Morris Day & The Time, Kut Klose, Jon B, Dru Hill, The Blackbyrds, Hi-Five, and Donnell Jones. The Small Business Economic Impact Zone vendor plaza runs alongside the concerts daily 11:00 AM-10:00 PM with 200+ minority-owned businesses.
Juneteenth Anchorage Citywide Celebration 2026
Anchorage, AK • June 19, 2026
The 2026 Juneteenth Anchorage Citywide Celebration takes place Friday, June 19, 2026 at Delaney Park Strip. Free and open to all, the celebration features a citywide parade at noon led by Juneteenth Anchorage, the Alaska Black Caucus, and NAACP Anchorage, plus guest speakers, live entertainment, education, family activities, and food. Anchorage's Juneteenth has been celebrated for over 30 years.
5th Annual Historic Harlem Parks Juneteenth Festival
New York, NY • June 19, 2026
Free outdoor Juneteenth festival in Harlem with live music, family activities, food, and community programming hosted in the historic park.
Juneteenth at the Atlanta History Center
Atlanta, GA • June 19, 2026
Family-friendly celebration of resilience, emancipation, and jubilation with hands-on activities; part of the national Civic Season initiative.
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.
Juneteenth Remembrance Ceremony - Carver Museum
Austin, TX • June 19, 2026 (TBD)
Community remembrance honoring ancestors and victims of violence; prayers and song.
FestivALL Charleston Juneteenth Programming 2026
Charleston, WV • June 20, 2026
FestivALL Charleston, the city's flagship two-week summer arts festival, includes Juneteenth programming each year as part of its diverse cultural lineup. Free outdoor performances, exhibits, and community events highlight Black artists, musicians, and history across downtown Charleston. The Juneteenth-specific programming includes music, dance, and educational events alongside FestivALL's broader celebration of West Virginia arts.
Traditional Flint Juneteenth Celebration 2026
Flint, MI • June 20, 2026
The Traditional Flint Juneteenth Celebration takes place Saturday, June 20, 2026 across the Flint Cultural Center campus. The traditional Freedom March steps off at noon followed by hands-on activities for children, live music, food, and vendors hosted in partnership with the Flint Institute of Arts, Sloan Museum of Discovery, Longway Planetarium, Flint Public Library, Flint Institute of Music, and Whaley Historical House.
Flint Institute of Arts Juneteenth Celebration 2026
Flint, MI • June 20, 2026
The Flint Institute of Arts hosts a Juneteenth Celebration as part of the Flint Cultural Center's campus-wide observance. The museum offers free admission, gallery programs highlighting Black artists, hands-on art activities, and live performances honoring African American heritage and freedom.
Lansing Juneteenth African American Parade 2026
Lansing, MI • June 20, 2026
The 2026 Lansing Juneteenth African American Parade kicks off Saturday, June 20 at 11 a.m. from J.W. Sexton High School. Part of a four-day citywide celebration June 18-21 featuring empowerment, education and entertainment, the parade celebrates Black history, culture and Lansing's African American community.
Glynn County Tigers 6th Annual Juneteenth Festival 2026
Brunswick, GA • June 20, 2026
The Glynn County Tigers 6th Annual Juneteenth Festival on June 20, 2026 is the marquee community Juneteenth celebration in Brunswick and Coastal Georgia. The family-friendly event features live entertainment, community speakers, food trucks, cultural performances, a kid zone, and a vendor market spotlighting Black-owned businesses and local artisans. The festival is hosted by the Glynn County Tigers and continues to grow each year.
Lansing Juneteenth NAACP/CAMW Job & Resource Fair 2026
Lansing, MI • June 20, 2026
The Lansing Juneteenth NAACP/CAMW Job & Resource Fair runs 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and connects job seekers with employers, community resources, health screenings and informational booths. The fair is part of the four-day Lansing Juneteenth Celebration.
Akron Juneteenth Celebration & Parade 2026
Akron, OH • June 20, 2026
Akron's annual Juneteenth Celebration & Parade steps off at 11:30 a.m. from Buchtel Community Learning Center and proceeds to the historic John Brown House for an afternoon celebration from noon to 3 p.m. featuring a live DJ, food, and community vendors. The event honors Black freedom, culture, and Akron's deep abolitionist history.
Juneteenth Black Food Truck Festival
Greensboro, NC • June 20, 2026
Annual Juneteenth food truck festival featuring more than 100 Black vendors with food, music, and community programming.
Vibranium Central Florida Juneteenth Festival of Arts 2026
Winter Park (Orlando), FL • June 20, 2026
The Vibranium Central Florida Juneteenth Festival of Arts brings together visual artists, musicians, dancers, and poets from across Central Florida for a celebration of Black creative expression. Held in Maitland adjacent to Winter Park, the festival features an outdoor art market, live performances, food vendors, and interactive installations. Programming highlights Afrofuturist themes alongside traditional African and African American art forms.
Greater Lafayette Juneteenth 2026
Lafayette, IN • June 20, 2026
Greater Lafayette Juneteenth returns to Tapawingo Park along the Wabash River for a community celebration of Black freedom, art, music, and culture. The festival features live performances, vendors, food, and family-friendly activities.
Cincinnati Juneteenth Festival 2026
Cincinnati, OH • June 20, 2026
The Cincinnati Juneteenth Festival returns June 20-21, 2026 as a free two-day, family-friendly event in Eden Park celebrating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. The festival kicks off Saturday at 11:30 a.m. with a parade of flags representing the African diaspora, followed by live performances, vendors, food, educational programming, and family activities. The weekend wraps Sunday with the June Fest Father's Day Concert featuring inspirational spiritual music and praise dancing in Seasongood Pavilion. Produced by Juneteenth Cincinnati, the festival is one of the longest-running Juneteenth celebrations in the region.
Hartford African American Day Parade & Juneteenth Celebration
Hartford, CT • June 20, 2026
Annual parade and community celebration honoring Black culture and Juneteenth at Keney Park.
Rockford Juneteenth Celebration 2026
Rockford, IL • June 20, 2026
Rockford Juneteenth1865 takes over Sinnissippi Park for a daylong community celebration featuring live music, vendors, food, family activities and educational programming honoring African American emancipation and Rockford's Black community.
Juneteenth Empowerment Day Festival
Tallahassee, FL • June 20, 2026
Annual Juneteenth festival celebrating freedom, culture, and community with music, art, workshops, and vendors.
Urbana Juneteenth Celebration at Crystal Lake Park 2026
Urbana, IL • June 20, 2026
Urbana Park District and The Urbana Free Library co-host a family-friendly Juneteenth Celebration at the Lake House in Crystal Lake Park. The event features music, food and refreshments, fishing, games and activities, and community resources celebrating Black freedom and achievement.
Juneteenth New Haven Festival of Culture & Resources 2026
New Haven, CT • June 20, 2026
Juneteenth New Haven returns Saturday, June 20, 2026 from noon to 6 PM at the Dixwell Q House. The free festival of culture and resources features live performances, art exhibits celebrating Black culture and the African Diaspora, a youth basketball tournament, vendor showcases, health screenings, educational resources, music and dance, kids' activities, and an E-Sports competition. Hosted by the Descendants of the Connecticut 29th Colored Regiment C.V. Infantry, in partnership with the Sickle Cell Disease Association of CT, Amistad Committee Inc., the Kiyama Movement, and the Dixwell Q House.
Madison Juneteenth Parade 2026
Madison, WI • June 20, 2026
Madison's annual Juneteenth Parade kicks off Saturday, June 20, 2026 at 10:45 a.m. (staging from 10 a.m.) at the Madison Labor Temple parking lot at 1602 S. Park St. The route follows Park Street to Beld Street to Bram Street to Fisher Street, ending at Penn Park where the Kujichagulia Juneteenth Celebration continues.
Kujichagulia Juneteenth Celebration Penn Park Madison 2026
Madison, WI • June 20, 2026
The Kujichagulia Juneteenth Celebration at Penn Park follows the parade and runs through the afternoon, featuring live music, vendors, food, family activities and a community science fair from noon to 4 p.m. with hands-on activities led by UW–Madison scientists.
Yonkers Black Music Month Tribute Concert 2026
Yonkers, NY • June 20, 2026
Following the Pan African Flag Raising Ceremony, the City of Yonkers presents the Black Music Month Tribute Concert at City Hall Plaza on Saturday, June 20, 2026 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. The concert highlights Black musical traditions across genres and features local performers from the Yonkers and broader Westchester community.
Juneteenth Oregon Celebration
Portland, OR • June 20, 2026
Annual Juneteenth Oregon celebration with the Clara Peoples Freedom Trail Parade, vendors, performances, and family activities.
5th Annual Juneteenth Family Fest Charleston
Charleston, SC • June 20, 2026
Day-long family celebration featuring live performances, Black art, kids games, cultural food, vendors, and a fireworks finale.
Juneteenth on the East Festival 2026
Oklahoma City, OK • June 20, 2026
Juneteenth on the East fills the historic Northeast OKC corridor with live music, food, family activities, a parade, vendor market, and community programming highlighting Black history, business, and culture in Oklahoma City. The free festival takes place along NE 23rd Street and partners with local civic and cultural organizations across the OKC metro.
25th Annual Las Vegas Juneteenth Festival
Las Vegas, NV • June 20, 2026
Las Vegas’s largest Juneteenth festival featuring R&B and hip-hop performances, live bands, food vendors, and cultural programming.
Juneteenth Atlanta Freedom Parade
Atlanta, GA • June 20, 2026
Televised Black History Parade featuring floats, dance troupes, marching bands and community orgs.
Yonkers Pan African Flag Raising Ceremony 2026
Yonkers, NY • June 20, 2026
Mayor Mike Spano and the City of Yonkers host the Pan African Flag Raising Ceremony at City Hall Plaza on Saturday, June 20, 2026 from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM. The ceremony marks the city's official recognition of Juneteenth and includes remarks from elected officials and community leaders. A Black Music Month Tribute Concert follows from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
Brooklyn Park Juneteenth Celebration 2026
Brooklyn Park, MN • June 20, 2026
Brooklyn Park's annual Juneteenth Celebration honors the struggles and triumphs of African Americans throughout history and their contributions to the community. The free event features live music, vendors, family activities and community programming.
Iowa Juneteenth Observance Des Moines 2026
Des Moines, IA • June 20, 2026
The Iowa Juneteenth Observance takes over Des Moines for an entire week of celebration with activities at Western Gateway Park, Valley West Mall, the Capitol Grounds, and Drake University. The 35th Anniversary celebration features live music, vendors, education panels, family activities and a community parade.
African American Museum of Iowa Juneteenth Festival 2026
Cedar Rapids, IA • June 20, 2026
The African American Museum of Iowa hosts its annual Juneteenth Festival at NewBo City Market from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, June 20, 2026. The free festival features live music and performances, local nonprofit and business organizations, food and merchandise vendors, and family-friendly activities celebrating Black freedom and Iowa's African American heritage.
Hamilton Hill Arts Center 26th Annual Juneteenth Celebration 2026
Schenectady, NY • June 20, 2026
Hamilton Hill Arts Center hosts its 26th Annual Juneteenth Celebration June 19-20, 2026, starting Friday at Vale Cemetery and continuing Saturday at Central Park in Schenectady. The Saturday event features a parade, the Agnes stage with performers from 1 PM to 8 PM, art exhibits, vendors, and family activities. The center has produced the Capital Region's longest-running Juneteenth celebration since 2001. Hamilton Hill Arts Center, contact (518) 313-2556.
Syracuse Juneteenth Victory Parade 2026
Syracuse, NY • June 20, 2026
The Syracuse Juneteenth Victory Parade steps off Saturday, June 20, 2026 at 11:00 AM from the Syracuse Dunbar Center. Marchers proceed north on South State Street, turn left on Burt Street, then right on South Salina Street, continuing north to Clinton Square, where they arrive around 12:00 PM to open the main festival day. The parade features community groups, dance teams, marching bands, and historic civic organizations.
Allentown Juneteenth Celebration at Cedar Beach 2026
Allentown, PA • June 20, 2026
The City of Allentown's main Juneteenth celebration runs Saturday, June 20, 2026 from 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Cedar Beach Park. The multi-day commemoration honors the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of U.S. slavery and features live music, cultural performances, educational showcases, local food vendors, and community resource stations. The week also includes a Flag Football Tournament June 7, a Juneteenth Flag Raising at City Hall on Thursday June 19 at 12:00 PM, a Basketball Classic June 19-21, and free pool admission for residents at Cedar Beach Pool on June 19.
Roanoke Juneteenth Family Reunion 2026
Roanoke, VA • June 20, 2026
The Roanoke Cultural Collective hosts its annual Juneteenth Family Reunion at Eureka Park on Saturday, June 20, 2026. The free community festival features live music, soul food, a kids' zone, vendor marketplace, and intergenerational programming celebrating the African American families who built Northwest Roanoke. Faith leaders, civic groups, and local musicians anchor the day.
Sioux Falls Juneteenth Celebration 2026
Sioux Falls, SD • June 20, 2026
Sioux Falls Juneteenth's annual celebration is a 'family reunion' style cookout at Fawick Park from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. featuring music from local performers and food sponsored by Roy'zzz. JuneteenthSF is Sioux Falls' premiere community Juneteenth celebration.
20th Annual Newport News Juneteenth Freedom Festival 2026
Newport News, VA • June 20, 2026
The City of Newport News presents the 20th Annual Juneteenth Freedom Festival at Victory Landing Park on Saturday, June 20, 2026. Free admission, free parking, and free activities welcome the community to a day of live music, soul food, Black-owned business vendors, kids' zones, and headline R&B performers. The 2026 milestone anniversary edition is one of the festival's largest yet.
5th Annual Journey to Racial Healing Ceremony 2026
Williamsburg, VA • June 20, 2026
The 5th annual Journey to Racial Healing Ceremony in Williamsburg includes a luncheon and the opportunity to view the Juneteenth Commemorative Art Exhibit on display during the ceremony. A community-led commemoration.
East Hartford Juneteenth Community Celebration
East Hartford, CT • June 20, 2026
Annual East Hartford Juneteenth celebration on the Town Green with music, spoken word performances, double Dutch demonstration, and remarks from town leaders.
Juneteenth Unity Festival
Tallahassee, FL • June 20, 2026
Annual Juneteenth Unity Festival at Cascades Park with live performances, local Black-owned food vendors, music, games, giveaways, and art.
Eatonville 1887 Juneteenth Saturday Festival 2026
Eatonville, FL • June 20, 2026
The Saturday festival of Eatonville's 3rd Annual 1887 Juneteenth Weekend showcases the strength and spirit of 'The Town That Freedom Built,' the oldest incorporated all-Black municipality in the United States. Saturday programming features live music, food vendors, family-friendly entertainment, and cultural exhibits honoring Eatonville's role as a beacon of Black self-determination and the home of author Zora Neale Hurston.
Greater Lafayette Juneteenth Celebration 2026
Lafayette, LA • June 20, 2026
The Greater Lafayette Juneteenth Celebration returns to Tapawingo Park in 2026 for a community festival celebrating freedom, Black history, and Acadiana culture. Presented by Hanna Community Council in partnership with the Greater Lafayette Juneteenth Committee, the day brings live music, food, vendors, family activities, and educational programming to downtown Lafayette.
Written in the Stone Community BBQ Festival 2026
Plano, TX • June 20, 2026
Written in the Stone Community BBQ Festival is a high-energy Juneteenth experience taking place Saturday, June 20, 2026 in the historic Douglass Community. The festival includes the Juneteenth Parade, BBQ contest, vendor market and live entertainment celebrating Plano's African American heritage.
Eastlake Park Juneteenth Celebration 2026
Phoenix, AZ • June 20, 2026
Eastlake Park, the historic heart of Black Phoenix, hosts an annual Juneteenth celebration that has been held at the park since the early 1920s. The celebration features live music, food, arts and crafts, storytelling, local vendors, exhibits, a DJ, dancing, and educational programming. Eastlake Park has been the focal point of Phoenix's Black history and the starting point of many civil rights marches to the Arizona State Capitol.
South Carolina Juneteenth Freedom Fest & Parade 2026
Columbia, SC • June 20, 2026
The South Carolina Juneteenth Freedom Fest features a parade and festival celebrating emancipation across the Midlands. Programming includes a downtown parade, live entertainment stages, soul food vendors, a Black-owned business marketplace, and educational activities for all ages. The event draws attendees from across the state and is free for the public.
Tucson Juneteenth Festival 2026
Tucson, AZ • June 20, 2026
The Tucson Juneteenth Festival returns to Kino Sports Complex on Saturday, June 20, 2026 from 5 to 10 PM. The festival features live music, food, a classic car show, retail vendors, a Kid Zone, a resource fair, inspiring speakers, storytelling, cultural exhibits, and religious observances. Hosted by the Tucson Juneteenth Festival nonprofit, the celebration is dedicated to educating and celebrating Juneteenth across Southern Arizona.
Tempe 13th Annual Juneteenth Celebration 2026
Tempe, AZ • June 20, 2026
The City of Tempe's African-American Advisory Committee presents the 13th Annual Juneteenth Celebration on Saturday, June 20, 2026 from 11 AM to 3 PM at Tempe History Museum. The free event features hands-on activities, performances, vendors, story time, a video game trailer, Police and Fire vehicle displays, and food trucks, educating the community and celebrating freedom from enslavement.
Rock Hill Juneteenth Celebration 2026
Rock Hill, SC • June 20, 2026
Juneteenth Rock Hill anchors the city's celebration with three days of programming June 19-21, 2026. The weekend includes a flag-raising and opening ceremony, a community festival day with live music, vendors, food trucks, and kids' activities, plus a closing service and unity walk. Free and open to all York County residents and visitors.
New Mexico Juneteenth Festival 2026
Albuquerque, NM • June 20, 2026
The New Mexico Juneteenth Festival is the state's flagship Juneteenth celebration, taking place June 20 in downtown Albuquerque. The festival showcases Black-owned businesses, live music, food, cultural performances, and educational programming honoring the journey from emancipation to today, organized by NM Juneteenth and partners.
Spartanburg Juneteenth Celebration 2026
Spartanburg, SC • June 20, 2026
The City of Spartanburg's annual Juneteenth Celebration Festival returns Saturday, June 20, 2026 to downtown Spartanburg. The free family-friendly festival features live music, food vendors, a Black-owned business marketplace, kids' activities, and educational programming honoring Spartanburg's African American heritage and the broader history of emancipation.
Juneteenth GVL Mega Fest 2026
Greenville, SC • June 20, 2026
Juneteenth GVL Mega Fest is South Carolina's largest Juneteenth celebration, drawing thousands to downtown Greenville for live music, a vendor marketplace, food trucks, family activities, and headlining performances. The 2026 event continues a tradition of recognizing the Upstate's Black community with a multi-stage festival and parade.
Santa Fe Juneteenth Celebration on the Plaza 2026
Santa Fe, NM • June 20, 2026
Santa Fe gathers on the historic Plaza for a day honoring Black freedom and culture, presented in collaboration with Love and Happiness. The 2026 celebration features world-renowned DJ Natasha Diggs (Soul in the Horn), live jazz and blues bands, dance, local food and craft vendors, and cultural activations from the New Mexico Black Leadership Council.
Juneteenth Oregon Festival at Lillis-Albina Park 2026
Portland, OR • June 20, 2026
Juneteenth Oregon presents Portland's signature Juneteenth festival at Lillis-Albina Park. The day kicks off with a vibrant parade at 11 AM starting from Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School and concluding at the park, followed by the festival from noon to 7 PM. Attendees enjoy food vendors, cultural exhibitions at the history tent, raffles, a children's play area, and live music with performances curated in partnership with PDX Jazz.
Gus Young Park Juneteenth Celebration
Baton Rouge, LA • June 20, 2026
Family-friendly Juneteenth event at Gus Young Park with live entertainment, local food vendors, and cultural exhibits in the neighborhood.
Pasadena Juneteenth Celebration & NAACP Roller Jam
Pasadena, CA • June 20, 2026
City of Pasadena and NAACP Pasadena Branch host the annual Juneteenth celebration with free roller skating, arts and crafts, live entertainment, and community resources.
Erie & Northwestern PA Juneteenth Celebration 2026
Erie, PA • June 20, 2026
The Erie & Northwestern PA Juneteenth Celebration is a downtown Erie block party at Perry Square running June 15-21, 2026, with the main festival day on Saturday, June 20. Festivities feature vendors offering food, desserts, clothing, and services; live performers including dancers, singers, rappers, poets, and musicians; and children's activities throughout the day. Organized by the Erie's Juneteenth Celebration committee.
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