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Juneteenth Festival

Fifth Third Arena 1801 W Jackson Boulevard, Chicago, IL, United States

This second annual event brings awareness to the African-American culture, commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African-Americans. The festivities will offer a time to reflect on history, support local businesses, learn...

Juneteenth Community Picnic

Garfield Park Conservatory 300 N Central Park Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States

We are gathering as a community to celebrate African-American culture and the historical significance of Juneteenth. Picnic attendees will have the opportunity to learn about the cultural heritage of Juneteenth...

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...

Free
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...

Free
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...

Free

Juneteenth: Folktales, Music, & More

Santori Library (Aurora) 101 S. River Street, Aurora, IL, United States

Celebrate Juneteenth with Mama Edie! We'll journey through the wisdom and humor of folktales and music and experience instruments and dolls from various countries throughout the African Diaspora. Folktales and...

Free

Juneteenth Celebration

Sand Ridge Nature Center 15891 S Paxton Ave, South Holland, IL, United States

Celebrate freedom, family and country with various activities, presentations, performances and exhibit displays highlighting Black history, arts and culture.   For information on more events like this, check out our...

Free

Juneteenth at Fox Valley Mall

Fox Valley Mall 195 Fox Valley Center, Aurora, IL, United States

We are excited to bring a Juneteeth with a mix of healthy living vendors to the Fox Valley mall June 7th from 10am-7pm. The Juneteeth show will feature a variety...

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