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Charleston is hosting its annual Juneteenth celebration Wednesday in the City Center district.

The free festivities will include a parade, live music and cultural entertainment.

The parade is scheduled from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. and will be followed by insight from Rev. Ron English. A spotlight for area youth is scheduled for 1:15 p.m.

Event organizers have released a list of live performances:

  • 12:30 p.m. – Jordan Dyer Trio
  • 3:20 p.m. – 4Chill
  • 3:55 p.m. – Capital City Fellowship Choir
  • 4:45 p.m. – STRATUS

The celebration will be held at Slack Plaza – located at 169 Summers Street – in downtown Charleston.