Juneteenth (short for June 19th) is the date in 1865 when word arrived in Galveston that slavery had ended in Texas.  In honor of this national holiday, we rounded up this list of events and celebrations happening here in Austin and across the state.

In Austin

Juneteenth: Faith and Freedom Screening
What: The Bullock Museum is hosting a free screening of “Juneteenth: Faith and Freedom,” a documentary exploring the history of Juneteenth that began in Galveston, Texas.
When: Sunday, June 4, 1 p.m.
Where: Bullock Texas State History Museum, 1800 Congress Ave.
Go to this website for more information.

Juneteenth Community Parade & Festival 
What: Every year Texas Athletics partners with the Neighborhood Longhorns, the Austin community and the UT Austin community to commemorate and honor Juneteenth through broad participation in the Greater East Austen Youth Association’s Juneteenth Community Parade. 
When: Saturday, June 17, 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: Parade begins on Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard and Salina Street
Go to this website for more information. 

Juneteenth Family Fun at the Carver Library
What: A community celebration featuring arts and crafts, story time, food and an engaging history lesson taught by storyteller Joan Stewart.
When: Saturday, June 17, 11:30-4:30 p.m.
Where: George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center, 1165 Angelina St., Austin
Go to this website for more information.

Juneteenth Austin Family Cookout and Music Festival
What: The Carver Museum presents a community cookout and music festival in celebration of Juneteenth.
When: Saturday, June 17, 3-9 p.m.
Where: George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center, 1165 Angelina St., Austin
Go to this website for more information.

Texas Performing Arts Presents Gladys Knight & Patti LaBelle
What: Texas Performing Arts welcomes multi-Grammy Award-winning performers and first ladies of soul Gladys Knight and Patti LaBelle for an evening you won’t want to miss.
When: Monday, June 19, 8 p.m.
Where: Bass Concert Hall, 2350 Robert Dedman Dr.
Go to this website for more information.

Blues + Business On Block 18 
What: Experience the future of 11th Street with music, culture and local businesses. Hosted by Austin Economic Development Corporation, Six Square, E4 Youth, ATX Musicians and many more community partners.
When: Monday, June 19, 7:30-10 p.m.
Where: Kenny Dorham’s Backyard, 1106 E 11th St.
Go to this website for more information. 

Juneteenth Freedom Summit
What: The LBJ School’s Center for the Study of Race and Democracy (CSRD) is hosting an event titled “Juneteenth Freedom Summit: A Reimagining of Culture, Politics and Law.” Led by CSRD Founding Director Dr. Peniel Joseph, the summit will address the history behind Juneteenth and the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead to build the Beloved Community in Texas and beyond.
When: Monday, June 19, 2 p.m.
Where: Bass Lecture Hall, 2315 Red River St.
Go to this website for more information.

Juneteenth Celebration: It All Happened Here
What: The Eastwoods Neighborhood Association has partnered with the Institute for Urban Policy Research & Analysis to present a Juneteenth celebration featuring guest speakers, family-friendly activities and BBQ for the first 150 guests.
When: Monday, June 19, 5-8 p.m.
Where: Eastwoods Park, 3001 Harris Park Ave
Go to this website for more information. 

In Houston

Juneteenth BLCK Market Celebration
What: A celebratory event featuring 100 small Black businesses and entrepreneurs, live music and food trucks.
When: Saturday, June 17, 1-5 p.m.
Where: GreenStreet, 1201 Main St., Suite 101, Houston
Go to this website for more information.

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In Dallas

Juneteenth 4K Walk and Festival
What: A festival featuring and health and wellness walk, live entertainment, food trucks, vendors and more.
When: Saturday, June 17, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center, 2922 MLK Jr. Blvd., Dallas
Go to this website for more information.

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In Galveston

Juneteenth Festival
What: A celebration featuring great food, a marketplace and the 2023 Juneteenth of Men of Purpose Awards.
When: Saturday, June 17, 1-8 p.m.
Where: McGuire Dent Recreation Center, 2222 28th St. Strand Street, Galveston
Go to this website for more information.

Juneteenth Parade and Picnic
What: An annual historic parade celebrating the legacy of Juneteenth followed by a picnic at Wright Cuney Park.
When: Saturday, June 17, 1-5 p.m.
Where: Wright Cuney Park 718 41st St., Galveston
Go to this website for more information.

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