AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – Downtown Augusta had a Juneteenth parade starting at the James Brown Arena, celebrating the holiday early.
“It’s very important that we all come out to support it so we can continue to always have a Juneteenth Parade, so it doesn’t stop,” said Melissa Farrar, a patron.
National Action Network of CSRA had a Juneteenth parade Saturday starting at the James Brown Arena.
“I wanted to come out to celebrate my best friend Madison, and she’s in the parade. She’s a dancer,” said Gabby Cody, a patron.
Parade watchers enjoyed seeing many organizations, bands, dancers, and more walking in the parade.
“I came out here to support the Juneteenth parade and my best friend,” said Patience Scurry, a patron.
After the parade, there was a drumline competition and Community Awareness Festival at the Augusta Common, with food, resources, and craft vendors and live entertainment.
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