Juneteenth celebrates the abolition of slavery in the United States, as well as the rich and vibrant African-American culture. The Capital City Juneteenth Celebration takes place at Dix Park on Saturday, June 15, 2024. Read on to learn more about this event, as well as one at North Carolina Museum of History. Make sure to visit the Capital City Juneteenth Celebration's website for updates, … [Read more...] about Capital City Juneteenth Celebration at Dix Park, plus Juneteenth event at NC Museum of History
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Juneteenth Celebration in Wake Forest — Community Gathering, Festival, more…
The Town of Wake Forest is presenting a two-day Juneteenth celebration for the whole family, on Friday, June 14, and Saturday, June 15, 2024. Friday, June 14 A Community Gathering at Taylor Street Park, 416 N Taylor Street, Wake Forest, will take place from 4 to 6:30 p.m. Enjoy giveaways, Jay's Italian Ice and more. The sprayground will be open. Saturday, June 15 Walking Parade10 … [Read more...] about Juneteenth Celebration in Wake Forest — Community Gathering, Festival, more…
Mebane: Juneteenth Freedom Day Community Celebration June 15
The City of Mebane, NC, is hosting Juneteenth Freedom Day on Saturday, June 15, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Mebane Community Park, 627 W Center Street, Mebane. This free event will include speakers, entertainment, vendors, food and fellowship. … [Read more...] about Mebane: Juneteenth Freedom Day Community Celebration June 15
Bragtown Juneteenth Celebration
The Bragtown Community Association is presenting the Fourth Annual Juneteenth Celebration on Saturday, June 15, 2024, from 2 to 6 p.m., at Lakeview Park, 3500 Dearborn Drive, Durham, NC. Look for more information on the Bragtown Community Association Facebook page. The celebration will include: … [Read more...] about Bragtown Juneteenth Celebration
19th Annual NC Juneteenth Celebration June 15
The 19th annual North Carolina Juneteenth Celebration will take place Saturday, June 15, 2024, at the NCCU Latham Surface Lot, 705 E Lawson Street, Durham, North Carolina. Juneteenth marks the day, June 19, 1865, when the Emancipation Proclamation (which had been issued on January 1st, 1863) was finally read to enslaved African–Americans in Texas. The festival takes place from 1 to 8 … [Read more...] about 19th Annual NC Juneteenth Celebration June 15
Juneteenth Celebration in Morrisville June 8
The Town of Morrisville, North Carolina, is holding a Juneteenth celebration on Saturday, June 8, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Shiloh Park, 922 Church Street, Morrisville, NC. This free family-friendly event will celebrate Juneteenth and recognize the achievements of the African American community in Morrisville and beyond. Juneteenth is a celebration that commemorates the end of the … [Read more...] about Juneteenth Celebration in Morrisville June 8
Juneteenth at the Pines in Raleigh
Celebrate Juneteenth at Carolina Pines Park, 2305 Lake Wheeler Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, Friday, June 14, 2024, from 8 to 10 p.m. Gates open at 7:30 p.m. This is a free event for ages 18+, although there will be a kids zone for kids ages 5-12. The event will feature musical performances and sing-alongs, as well as a valuable education piece on the history of Juneteenth and the holiday's … [Read more...] about Juneteenth at the Pines in Raleigh
Garner Juneteenth Celebration
The Town of Garner is presenting the Garner Juneteenth Celebration on Saturday, June 15, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., at Garner Performing Arts Center, 742 W Garner Road, Garner, NC. Admission is free. The event will feature: … [Read more...] about Garner Juneteenth Celebration
Apex Juneteenth Celebration June 15
The Town of Apex is hosting the Apex Juneteenth Celebration on Saturday, June 15, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., at The Depot, 220 N. Salem Street, Apex. The event will celebrate this important day in African American history, and will promote equity, respect, and understanding between people of all backgrounds and cultures. There will be live performances, Chalk the Walk, food trucks, a … [Read more...] about Apex Juneteenth Celebration June 15
Manifest Juneteenth in Fuquay-Varina
Manifest Fuquay-Varina is presenting a Juneteenth celebration on June 23, 2024, from 2 to 9 p.m., at Fuquay Varina Arts Center, 123 East Vance Street, Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina. Manifest stands for Music, Art, and Networking. Check back for more information. … [Read more...] about Manifest Juneteenth in Fuquay-Varina
