LIST: Juneteenth Events around the Chattahoochee Valley

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) – Juneteenth is the emancipation of the last enslaved individuals in the United States on June 19th, 1865, post-Civil War.

This national holiday has been officially recognized every June 19th since President Biden signed the federal legislation on June 17, 2021. Juneteenth is a time for reflection, joy, and community celebration, highlighting the ongoing journey towards freedom and equality.

Below is a list of events around the Valley this week:

COLUMBUS:

June 17th – 19th – Clothes Story Exhibition 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM | Spring Opera House 103 10th St, Columbus, GA 31901
June 18th – Historic Bike Rides 6:00 PM | Woodruff Park 1000 Bay Ave, Columbus, GA 31901
June 18th – Night Parade Block Party 8:00 PM | Woodruff Park 1000 Bay Ave, Columbus, GA 31901
June 19th Juneteenth Commemorative Service 11:00 AM | 5122 Pierce Chapel Rd, Midland, GA 31820
June 21st Historic Salt Photographs 9:30 AM | Pierce Chapel African- American Cemetery, 5122 Pierce Chapel Rd, Midland, GA 31820
June 21st – AKA Sister, Inc. Western Dinner Dance 8 PM – 12 AM | Bibb Mill Center 3715 1st Ave, Columbus, GA 31904
June 22nd – Juneteenth Jubilee 5PM – 10 PM – Columbus Civic Center 400 4th Street, Columbus, GA 31901