Juneteenth is a celebration of the end of the enslavement of African-American people in the United States.
It marks the day, June 19, 1865, when the Emancipation Proclamation (which had been issued on January 1st, 1863) was finally read to enslaved African-Americans in Texas.
It took more than two years for word of freedom to get to enslaved people, and freedom is still a process. Some of the Juneteenth events are calls to action, and all encourage community involvement.
Here are some ways to celebrate Juneteenth in Charlotte, including festivals, parades, educational events and more. Then keep reading for a day-by-day list of Juneteenth events, or jump to the day-by-day list. The day-by-day list includes additional events.
Juneteenth Festival of the Carolinas
Juneteenth Festival of the Carolinas is a free, multi-cultural celebration that is in its 26th year. It will take place at House of Africa, 1215 Thomas Avenue, in Plaza Midwood. It takes place from June 13 to 16, 2024.
The free celebration includes a drum circle, entertainment, youth culture camp and much more.
Thursday, June 13:
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Youth Day Camp
Friday, June 14:
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- Inaugural Drum Circle
- More
Saturday, June 15:
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Sunday, June 16:
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Parking
- Corner of Thomas and Central Evenues
- Wells Fargo, 1616 Central Avenue: $5
- 2100 Commonwealth Avenue: $3
- US Post Office, 1233 The Plaza — Saturday after 1 p.m., Sunday all day
Juneteenth at the Gantt
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North Carolina Juneteenth Festival
The 2024 North Carolina Juneteenth Festival takes place Saturday, June 15, 2024, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., at Cabarrus Arena & Events Center, 4751 North Carolina 49, Concord, NC.
This family-friendly festival is free to attend. The festival features kids’ activities, vendors, giveaways, and more.
Indian Trail Juneteenth Celebration
The Town of Indian Trail is hosting its third Juneteenth Celebration on Friday, June 14, 2024, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Crossing Paths Park, 120 Blythe Drive, Indian Trail. The free family event includes art, dance, music, spoken word and an educational panel discussion.
Belmont Juneteenth Celebration
Belmont’s annual Juneteenth Celebration returns to Belmont’s Stowe Park, 24 S Main Street, Belmont, NC, on June 15, 2025, 2 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. It will feature arts and crafts, music, food and more.
Concord-Cabarrus
The Concord-Cabarrus Juneteenth Celebration takes place Saturday, June 22, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Barber-Scotia College, 145 Cabarrus Avenue West, Charlotte, North Carolina.
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