ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) – June 19 isn’t just any other day — it’s Juneteenth!
The Emancipation Proclamation, which freed enslaved people in the United States, took effect in 1863. But in Confederate-controlled territories, freedom wouldn’t come until much later, according to the National Museum of African American History and Culture.
On June 19, 1865 — about two months after the Civil War ended — Union troops came to Texas and announced that more than 250,000 people were now free. That day is now known as Juneteenth, established as a federal holiday in 2021.
Here are some Juneteenth celebrations in Atlanta, from those on June 19 to those in the days after.
Jubilee: A Juneteenth Celebration
What: Immersive performances, crafts, music history lessons and more hosted by the National Center for Civil and Human Rights
Where: National Center for Civil and Human Rights | 100 Ivan Allen Jr. Blvd., Atlanta, GA 30313
When: June 19, several events and times ranging from 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Price: Events come with a ticket purchase
Click here to learn more.
Free Juneteenth Festival
What: Food trucks, art vendors, family-friendly activities and a DJ hosted by the ATL Committee
Where: Adair Park | 866 Murphy St. SW, Atlanta, GA 30310
When: June 19, 1-8 p.m.
Price: Free!
Click here to learn more.
Juneteenth Inclusion Celebration
What: Parade, screening of “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever,” vendor fair, live music, kid’s zone and more hosted by the City of College Park
Where: College Park City Auditorium | 3631 Main St., College Park, GA 30337
When: June 19, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Price: Free!
Click here to learn more.
Juneteenth Celebration at Lee Street Park!
What: Performances from the Jonesboro High School Majestic Marching Cardinals, Kaspar & the 911 Band and DJ Maurice, as well as food trucks and retail vendors. Hosted by the City of Jonesboro and others.
Where: Lee Street Park & Amphitheater | 155 Lee St., Jonesboro, GA 30236
When: June 19, 5-9 p.m.
Price: Free!
Click here to learn more.
Juneteenth Celebration at Sandy Springs
What: Performing arts production, digital art gallery, educational activities, food vendors and more hosted by the City of Sandy Springs and others
Where: City Green, Bryers Lobby and Byers Theatre | 1 Galambos Way, Sandy Springs, GA 30328;
When: June 19, 5-8 p.m.
Price: Free!
Click here to learn more.
City Of Stockbridge’s Juneteenth Celebration
What: Food trucks, cultural vendors, live music, dance, art and more hosted by the City of Stockbridge
Where: Stockbridge Amphitheater | 4650 N Henry Blvd., Stockbridge, GA 30281
When: June 19, 5-9 p.m.
Price: Free!
Click here to learn more.
Juneteenth Celebration
What: Food, kids’ games, African dancers and drummers, political education, free clothes and more hosted by Project South and Hunger Coalition of Atlanta.
Where: Project South | 9 Gammon St. SE, Atlanta, GA 30315
When: June 22, 12-4 p.m.
Price: Free!
Click here to learn more.
Juneteenth Atlanta 5K Freedom Run
What: 5K walk/run hosted by Juneteenth Atlanta
Where: Piedmont Park | 400 Park Dr., Atlanta, GA 30306
When: June 23, 9 a.m.
Price: $65 to register
Click here to learn more.
Juneteenth Atlanta Parade and Music Festival
What: Parade, vendors, musical performances, car shows, pageants and more hosted by Juneteenth Atlanta
Where: Piedmont Park, 400 Park Dr., Atlanta, GA 30306 | Parade route HERE
When: June 21, noon – 10 p.m.; June 22, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.; June 23, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Price: Free!
The parade will air live on PeachtreeTV on June 22 at noon. Click here to learn more about the festival and its multiple events.
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