John Chavis Memorial Park, 505 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd, Raleigh, is hosting JCMP Juneteenth Jubilee, a series of free events that celebrate and honor African American culture through history, entertainment, arts and more.
Food trucks will be on site every day during the events.
In this list is one event that’s not at Chavis Park and that is not free, but all the events at Chavis Park are free.
Learn about more Juneteenth celebrations around the Triangle!
Historical Perspectives: Slavery in Wake County and Genealogy
Monday, June 13th, 2022
6 to 8 p.m.
Chavis Park
Free
Join speakers for a presentation on learning about slavery in Wake County, the Wake County Enslaved Persons Project, and how you can connect to the past through genealogy.
Speakers: Roxanne Buzille, Wake County Register of Deeds; Tammy Brunner, Wake County Register of Deeds; Wanda Cox-Bailey, Afro-American Historical Genealogical Society; Belle Long, Wake County Historical Society
Musical Reflections: Jazz and Spoken Word at the Park
Tuesday, June 14th, 2022
6 to 8 p.m.
Chavis Park
Free
Listen to smooth jazz and poetry in the central plaza. Musical performance by Freddie Greene, the “Street Genie.”
Juneteenth on Canvas
Wednesday, June 15th, 2022
6 to 8 p.m.
Chavis Park
Free
Chavis is a great place to unwind and enjoy a beautiful cityscape. Paint Juneteenth-inspired art while listening to the smooth sounds of saxophonist Jashaun Peele.
African Fashion Show
Thursday, June 16th, 2022
6 to 8 p.m.
Chavis Park
Free
This experience will introduce you to African fashion, traditions, and inspiration from the African continent. Fashion for all ages will be represented. Fashion by Jacha Trends African Clothing, a division of KroCia, LLC.
Juneteenth Karaoke Celebration at Carolina Pines Community Center
Friday, June 17th, 2022
8 to 10 p.m.
Carolina Pines Community Center
2305 Lake Wheeler Road, Raleigh
$10 (Register here)
What to bring: Since this is an outdoor event, GA ticket holders should bring low-standing lawn or beach chairs, blankets, sunscreen, bug spray, and other outdoor essentials.
Food Trucks:
• Tropical Delights (frozen drinks)
• The Smoke n Jerk (southern/Caribbean)
• H&J It’s the Bombay(flavorful seafood and sandwiches)
Performances By:
• Shawn “CoCo” McMillan
• Tha Genrl & Breathe Nation
• Tawana Yvonne
• DJ Spindat
JCMP Juneteenth Jubilee: It Takes a Village
Saturday, June 18th, 2022
10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Chavis Park
Free
John Chavis Memorial Park will be hosting a fun-filled day for the family to celebrate family.
- 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.: Youth Aviation Academy Kickoff for youth in 4th-9th grade (Kit Airplane Build)
- 12 to 5 p.m.: Festival (Inflatables and Splash Pad, weather permitting
- 12 to 3 p.m.: Entertainment
- 3 to 5 p.m.: Day Party with DJ House and Soul Train Line)
- 5 to 7 p.m.: The Project 919 Band
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More Juneteenth Events in the Triangle
Learn about all the Juneteenth events taking place in the Triangle, or check out a quick list here:
Saturday, June 4, 2022
Saturday, June 11, 2022
Monday, June 13, 2022
Tuesday, June 14, 2022
Wednesday, June 15, 2022
Thursday, June 16, 2022
Friday, June 17, 2022
Saturday, June 18, 2022
Sunday, June 19, 2022
Saturday, June 25, 2022
Carolina Pines Community Park, Raleigh
2305 Lake Wheeler Road
Raleigh, NC
John Chavis Memorial Park (Raleigh)
505 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Raleigh, NC
