Juneteenth 2022: Where to celebrate the holiday around Charlotte on Sunday
Juneteenth, a holiday celebrated around the country on June 19, commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. On that day in 1865, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed, federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas,to take control of the state and ensure all slaves were freed.
Today, hundreds of thousands of people celebrate the holiday with festivals, picnics and family gatherings that center around African American freedom, education and achievement.
Here are a few Juneteenth events scheduled in Charlotte on Sunday:
Charlotte Juneteenth Celebration: Past. Present. Future.
Location: Rendezvous 704, 619 Anderson St., Charlotte, NC 28205
Neighborhood: NoDa
When: June 19, 12-6 p.m.
What to know: Start the holiday off right with an art walk, fashion show, networking seminar and live entertainment hosted by Juneteenth Charlotte. Each registered guest will be entered into a drawing for raffle prizes, perks and early access to ticketed events.
Cost: Most events will be free to the public, but some will be ticketed. Register online.
Juneteenth Festival of the Carolinas
Location: The House of Africa, 1215 Thomas Ave., Charlotte, NC 28205
Neighborhood: Plaza Midwood
When: June 19, 12-9 p.m.
What to know: This four-day event will include a talent show, drum circle, freedom march, craft workshops, African dance performances and much more.
Cost: Free
Juneteenth Celebration: Elements of Freedom
Location: Harvey B. Gantt Center for African American Arts + Culture, 551 S. Tryon St., Charlotte, NC 28202
Neighborhood: Uptown
When: June 19, 12:30-5 p.m.
What to know: Attendees will have the opportunity to explore the elements of freedom through a hands-on art workshop, community conversation on what freedom means in the modern era and live performance from Quentin Talley and The Soul Providers.
Cost: Free. Register online.
