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The Southport Unity Committee is bringing the community together for a Juneteenth celebration featuring a parade, music, and family activities. The event honors the emancipation of enslaved African Americans and celebrates Black freedom and achievement.
Every state capitol in America raised the Juneteenth flag at the same moment this week, launching a month of community celebrations. Topeka is hosting two weeks of free events that welcome everyone to celebrate freedom together.
Iberville Parish is bringing the community together for its Third Annual Juneteenth Celebration on June 18th. The free event honors freedom and unity with a meaningful program and complimentary lunch.
The Rio Grande Valley is preparing for its sixth annual Juneteenth celebration bringing communities together through culture, history, and hope. Village in the Valley and the City of Edinburg Cultural Arts are opening their doors to everyone for an evening of unity. #
What started as one woman's mission to teach her hometown about Juneteenth has grown into Palatka's largest annual gathering in just five years. La'Farrah Davis created the celebration after realizing she never learned about this crucial piece of American history in school.
Kennesaw's police department is bringing the community together for a free Juneteenth celebration filled with food, music, and fun. The June 13 event creates a welcoming space for families to connect with local officers while honoring an important piece of American history.
The Delmar Loop hosted a vibrant Juneteenth celebration combining a 5K race for reconciliation with live music, cultural performances, and community vendors. From sunrise runners to evening brass bands, thousands gathered in one of St. Louis' most beloved districts to honor freedom through movement and connection.
Palm Springs is rolling out the red carpet for a three-day Juneteenth Freedom Weekend this June, bringing together community members for concerts, picnics, and youth celebrations. The free event series honors freedom and unity through cultural expression and local connection.
The Juneteenth Foundation is hosting a month-long celebration of freedom in San Marcos, Texas, marking 32 years of honoring the day enslaved people in Texas learned they were free. From fish fries to unity walks, the nonprofit is bringing the community together throughout June to remember the promise of freedom.
Dr. Alveda King will host a free public Juneteenth celebration at the Kennedy Center on June 20, featuring music, spoken word, and a brand new unity song. The nonpartisan event honors freedom and brings Americans together through shared values.
Lewisburg, West Virginia is hosting its second annual Juneteenth celebration with a weekend of music, history, and community connection. The "Unity in Our Community" festival brings together keynote speakers, museum exhibits, and live performances to honor freedom and heritage.
Johnstown, Pennsylvania is celebrating its 20th annual Juneteenth with seven days of dance, music, and unity. The festival honors freedom while bringing neighbors together across downtown.
Baseball legends are returning to America's oldest ballpark on Juneteenth to honor Negro Leagues history while inspiring the next generation. The $12 tickets and free youth clinics show how celebration and access can go hand in hand.
Minnesota's Twin Cities are lighting up summer 2026 with over 20 cultural celebrations honoring Black history, Somali heritage, and community resilience. Three major festivals will bring tens of thousands together during a time when many institutions are stepping back from diversity commitments.
The Seattle Mariners will wear historic Negro Leagues uniforms every home Sunday and invest half a million dollars in Black-led youth baseball programs. They're the first MLB team to make a Negro Leagues uniform part of their regular rotation.
The Obama Presidential Center welcomes visitors to Chicago's South Side this June, turning 19 acres into a space where history meets community connection. Built entirely through $850 million in donations, the campus offers free public spaces alongside a museum honoring America's first Black president.
Reno County is calling for volunteers to help bring summer fun to life at zoos, libraries, and community festivals. From running game booths to serving food at celebrations, there are dozens of ways to make a difference this season.