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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.

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 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...

Free

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

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! This year's theme is Remembering OUR History and Claiming OUR Future. Juneteenth flag-raising ceremony 6 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, June 12 Village Hall courtyard Oak Park's Juneteenth festivities begin with a flag-raising ceremony from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, June 12...

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 exhibits highlighting Black history, arts and culture.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Juneteenth Celebrations.

Free

Juneteenth in Bronzeville

Absolutely Anything Essential 3521 S King Drive, Chicago, United States

Unity Rising: “Celebrating Freedom, Heritage, and Community Empowerment" Bronzeville, the historic heart of African American culture in Chicago, is excited to extend a warm invitation to members of the media and beyond to join us for our 2024 Juneteenth Celebration: Unity Rising, deemed the largest celebration in Bronzeville, "Celebrating Freedom, Heritage, and Community Empowerment,” hosted...

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NNU Celebrates Juneteenth

Rotary Hill along the Riverwalk, Naperville, IL, United States

Come together with Naperville Neighbors United as we commemorate Juneteenth alongside the community. Invite your friends and family to partake in the music and uplifting speeches. Remember to bring your lawn chairs and blankets, and don't miss out on dancing with us! If you're interested in volunteering or sponsoring, please reach out to us by...

Juneteenth Family Festival

110th Street and Longwood Drive 110th & Longwood, Chicago, IL, United States

The Beverly/Morgan Park Juneteenth Family Festival aims to honor our ancestors, celebrate African and African-American cultural heritage, unite our diverse community, and connect Chicago residents with resources and services.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Juneteenth Celebrations.

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