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Juneteenth Commemoration

First United Methodist Church (Elmhurst) 232 S York Street, Elmhurst, IL, United States

Join us as we commemorate Juneteenth, the Day of Freedom, with: Live music by the Evon Sams Jazz Combo and Cameo Humes-Gospel Vocalist, Food prepared by Chef Drey, Guest Speakers, and activities for people of all ages. This is a FREE event and will be outdoors but will be moved indoors in case of bad...

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Event Series Juneteenth Celebration

Juneteenth Celebration

Longfellow Park 610 S. Ridgeland Ave., Oak Park, IL, United States

The entire community is invited to join in Oak Park’s celebration of Juneteenth. The 2023 festivities will include a special flag-raising ceremony on and a Juneteenth parade and community cookout organized by community members and co-sponsored by the Village: Juneteenth flag-raising ceremony 6 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, June 14 Village Hall courtyard Oak Park's Juneteenth...

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Juneteenth in Aurora

Downtown Aurora Aurora, IL, United States

Held on Juneteenth – Monday, June 19 - the Summit will be an empowering and educational experience for young leaders in middle school, high school, and college, complete with inspiring and informative sessions designed to help them grow and develop as an individual. The Summit will feature a keynote address from the youngest Black Mayor...

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Juneteenth Community BBQ

DuSable Museum of African American History DuSable Museum of African American History, Chicago, IL, United States

Are you ready for summer? We can’t wait to see you at the Juneteenth Community BBQ on June 19. There will be a full day of festivities for the whole family!   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Juneteenth Celebrations.

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Event Series What is Juneteenth

What is Juneteenth

Various Locations IL, United States

Juneteenth is considered the country's longest-running African-American holiday, but it took 156 years for the importance of the June 19, 1865, to be officially recognized. Not until June of 2021 was Juneteenth declared a Federal Holiday by signing the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act into law. Join us for stories, crafts, and more as we...

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Juneteenth and Father’s Day Festival

Adventure Bay Pool 696 Lee Boulevard, Hillside, IL, United States

Join 7th District State Rep and Speaker of the House Emanuel "Chris" Welch for our annual Juneteenth and Father's Day Festival. Free and open to the public. Food and drinks. Games and activities. Bounce houses. Vendors, Artists and Entertainers.    For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Juneteenth Celebrations.

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Sweet Treat Storytime – Juneteenth

Franklin Park Public Library 10311 Grand Avenue, Franklin Park, IL, United States

Come to this fun, family storytime where we will learn about Juneteenth and celebrate with songs, sweet treats, and a craft! All Ages.

Free

Berwyn Juneteenth Joy Fest

Proksa Park 3001 S. Wisconsin Ave, Berwyn, IL, United States

This year's theme is centered around fun and games! There will be fun, food, and music!   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Juneteenth Celebrations.

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