10+ Ways to Celebrate Juneteenth
Juneteenth, short for June Nineteenth, commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. Federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas in 1865 to take control of the state to ensure all enslaved people were freed. Celebrate Juneteenth with these events and virtual activities.
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Celebrations Art Exhibit at Alpharetta Arts Center
Commemorate Juneteenth, historic events and personal moments of significance with this art exhibit. June 14-Aug. 5.
Juneteenth Atlanta Parade & Music Festival at Centennial Olympic Park
Celebrate freedom, liberty and human rights with a marching band parade battle, an African drum circle, competitions, children’s activities and more. June 16-18.
Juneteenth Celebration at Oakland Cemetery
This celebration focuses on the importance of the holiday, the accomplishments of African Americans and the economic reconstruction of the African American community with tours, live music, food trucks, storytelling and more. June 17.
City of Austell Juneteenth Festival + Parade at Legion Park
Honor history with a parade, live music, African drummers, cultural foods, storytellers, local vendors and more. June 17.
Juneteenth Celebration of Freedom in Downtown East Point
Celebrate Juneteenth with a parade and live music. June 17.
Concert on the Green: A Juneteenth Celebration at Logan Farm Park
Join in this celebration of freedom and respect for all cultures. June 17.
Juneteenth Celebration at Town at Trilith
Celebrate Juneteenth and the community with live performances, food trucks, children’s activities and more. June 17.
Juneteenth Powder Springs Community Celebration & Unity Walk at Thurman Springs Park
Experience history, culture, entertainment, African dance, puppetry, a History Tent and more to celebrate Juneteenth and the community. June 17.
Juneteenth Celebration of Freedom at Southeast Athletic Complex
The City of Stonecrest’s celebration includes giveaways, food, music, live entertainment, a fireworks display and more. June 17.
Cobb County NAACP 20th Annual Juneteenth Celebration at Marietta Square
Celebrate Juneteenth with a cultural festival honoring this 20 year tradition. June 17.
Juneteenth at Atlanta History Center
Honor the history of Black genealogy and agricultural practices with live music, storytelling, crafts and food. June 18.
Juneteenth Fest at The Beacon @ East Roswell
From Eagles Nest Church, celebrate dads and Juneteenth with the culture of Black America with vendors and local restaurants/caterers. June 18.
City of South Fulton Juneteenth Celebration at Wolf Creek Amphitheater
Juneteenth Cemetery Walking Tour at Marietta City Cemetery
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Juneteenth at William Root House
This day will include guided museum tours, living history demonstrations, storytelling and more. June 10.