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Juneteenth celebrations across Texas.
Juneteenth became a federal holiday on June 17, 2021. It will be celebrated this year, as it should every year, on June 19. A day to commemorate, but also to reflect on the ongoing struggle for freedom.
Published June 13, 2024 at 11:29am by Marley Malenfant
Juneteenth: Texas Events Fighting Against the Erasure of Black History
Juneteenth, marking freedom for Black Americans, arrives amid ongoing struggles for racial justice.
June 19, 1865: Federal troops arrive in Texas, enforcing emancipation.
June 17, 2021: Juneteenth finally recognized as a federal holiday.
Events:
Dallas:
- Fair Park Festival: June 15, free event with food, activities. https://www.fairparkdallas.com/events/detail/fair-park-juneteenth-festival
- Dallas Festival: June 16, live performances, art, music. https://form.jotform.com/241176051065146
- Opal’s Walk: Juneteenth icon Opal Lee leads a 2.5-mile walk for 2.5-year delay. June 19, 9 a.m. https://opalswalkdallastx.raceroster.com/
San Antonio:
- Health Fair: June 15, free health screenings, checks, immunizations. Comanche Park #2.
- Juneteenth Festival: June 15, music, DJs, annual celebration. Comanche Park #2. https://www.bexarcountyjuneteenth.com/2024events/juneteenth-festival
- Golf Tournament: June 19, benefiting Miller Child Development Center. Hyatt Hill Country Golf Club. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2024-annual-juneteenth-golf-tournament-tickets-863360934797?aff=oddtdtcreator
Austin:
- BBQ Taste-Off: June 14, BBQ competition, live music. Old Settlers Park.
- Round Rock Festival: June 15, concert with Lloyd, Paul Wall, more. Old Settlers Park.
- Scarface Concert & Symposium: June 15-19, concert, readings, screenings, poetry, more. Carver Museum. https://juneteenthatx.com/festival
El Paso:
- Juneteenth Celebration: June 15, food trucks, live music, family fun. Nations Tobin Park.
- Community Celebration: June 18, all-day event, coloring activities. The Beast Urban Park. https://www.elpasotexas.gov/juneteenth/
Houston:
- Day of Culture & Music: June 15, family-friendly, performances, music heritage. 4410 Reed Red.
- A Freedom Celebration: June 16, music, vendors, activities. 6330 Antoine Drive.
- Family Fun Day: June 19, live DJ, food, games. Emancipation Park.
Read more: Looking to celebrate Juneteenth? Here's a list of events happening across Texas