Juneteenth was Friday, June 19th, and many exciting events were held across North Carolina. For this holiday, we commemorate the liberation of Black people from the institution of slavery. Moreover, we celebrate the sacrifices, resilience, and culture of the Black community. Communities celebrated with great music, food, and community at these events across our state:
June 19:
Juneteenth at Marbles & Moore Square
Freedman’s Schoolhouse Dedication
Celebrate the Legacy and Joy of Juneteenth at the Gantt
Juneteenth Jubilee ft. Misha Fair & KIRBY
Emancipation Proclamation Reenactment
6th Annual Juneteenth Celebration in Burlington
Juneteenth: A Chavis Celebration
Juneteenth Jubilee: Fayetteville
Chapel Hill – Carrboro Juneteenth Celebration
June 20:
Capital City Juneteenth Celebration
Burke NAACP: Juneteenth Celebration ‘26
Juneteenth Festival of the Carolinas – Freedom March and Festival
9th Annual Juneteenth Festival
Juneteenth Celebration in Graham
Belmont Juneteenth Celebration



