Celebrate Juneteenth in Atlanta!
In 2024, the federal holiday falls on Wednesday, June 19th.
Juneteenth marks the very end of slavery in the United States. It commemorates the date of June 19, 1865, when the last African-American slaves held in Confederate states were finally freed by the Union army. Six months later, the Thirteenth Amendment officially made slavery illegal throughout the entire United States. Juneteenth has been observed since 1866.
Juneteenth became a federal holiday in 2021, with overwhelming support from Congress. It is officially known as Juneteenth National Independence Day.
No matter what your ethnicity or heritage, you can participate in these FREE festivals and celebrations–and learn more about our nation’s history, including the parts we’re not proud of.
And don’t forget about Father’s Day, which is Sunday, June 16th.
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2024 Juneteenth celebrations in Atlanta
We’re highlighting some of the largest and most popular events first — but please scroll down for a more complete, day-by-day calendar listing of Juneteenth events happening from June 17th to 19th.
The calendar list at the bottom of the page includes many smaller or more local events — so please take a look.
Atlanta Juneteenth Black History Parade
Saturday, June 22, 2024
Starting at noon
The parade starts near The King Center on Auburn Ave NE and turns left on to Boulevard NE. The parade travels north on Boulevard NE and continues north on Monroe Dr. NE to 10th Street NE. At 10th Street, the parade turns left onto 10th Street and ends at Piedmont Park.
The parade will be televised on Peachtree TV and Atlanta News First.
More info + parade route map
Atlanta Juneteenth Music Festival
Friday, June 21, 2024 — noon to 10:00 p.m.
Saturday, June 22 — 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Sunday, June 23 — 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Piedmont Park
FREE to attend
This is the largest of the metro area Juneteenth celebrations, with a three-day cultural and arts festival. It includes live music on two stages, children’s activities, historical re-enactments, food trucks, and more. You’ll also find over 200 vendors, representing Black-owned businesses.
More info here
Live in the DTL Juneteenth Celebration
Friday, June 14, 2024
7 to 10 p.m.
The Lawrenceville Lawn
Downtown Lawrenceville
This evening of music features a DJ and live performances by Cam Christian and the Palmettos. The headline act is country female trio Chapel Hart, who has independently released three studio albums and eleven singles, in addition to being featured on America’s Got Talent.
More info
Juneteenth Celebration at the Home Depot Backyard
June 17 & 18, 2024
The Home Depot Backyard
1 Backyard Way
(The Home Depot Backyard is an 11-acre, multi-use greenspace located in the heart of Downtown Atlanta, adjacent to Mercedes-Benz Stadium.)
On June 17 and 18, The Home Depot Backyard will continue honoring Juneteenth with free community programming. There will be at least 10 offerings across the two days, led by a host of Black-owned small businesses and entrepreneurs, including a Juneteenth-inspired ‘paint and sip’ class, a class teaching the Afro-Brazilian martial art form Capoeira, a cooking experience with chef Justin Robinson, and a host of health and wellness offerings.
More info
City of South Fulton Juneteenth Freedom Festival
Saturday, June 15, 2024
4 to 10 p.m.
Wolf Creek Amphitheater
This Juneteenth festival includes live music, arts and crafts, a kid zone, and more.
There will be a dazzling fireworks finale at dark.
It is FREE to attend and family-friendly.
More info here
Juneteenth FREE day at the High Museum
June 19, 2024
10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
High Museum of Art
The High is hosting its Access For All day, with special Juneteenth programming.
Enjoy art conversations, music, and more open programs.
Your RSVP is required.
More info
Jonesboro Main Street Market: Juneteenth Celebration
Saturday, June 15, 2024
noon to 6 p.m.
7982 North Main St.
Jonesboro, GA 30236
Come for a day filled with fun, food, and shopping.
More info
College Park Juneteenth Inclusion Celebration
Wednesday, June 19, 2024
10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
College Park City Auditorium (lawn)
3631 Main St.
College Park, GA 30337
Enjoy a full day of activities — starting with a parade on Main Street and a screening of Wakanda Forever.
There will be a vendor fair, kid zone, DJ, and more.
The evening wraps up with a concert from 6 to 8 p.m.
Schedule and more details
Clarkston Juneteenth Annual Festival
Saturday, June 15, 2024
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Market Street, downtown Clarkston
A variety of events and activities are planned for downtown Clarkston, from great food to live performances and more.
More info
Annual Tucker Juneteenth Jubilee
Saturday, June 15, 2024
5 to 9 p.m.
Parade on Main St.
Festival at Church Street Greenspace
The Unity Parade down Main St starts promptly at 5 p.m. It ends at the Church Street Greenspace, where the festival takes place. There will be food trucks and vendors in the park, a game truck, bounce houses, and entertainment.
Visit the Facebook event page
Celebration at Oakland Cemetery
Saturday, June 15, 2024
9 am to 1 pm
Every year, Oakland Cemetery hosts a variety of Juneteenth events, including special-edition walking tours of the African-American burial grounds.
You’ll also find music, storytelling, crafts for kids, and an overall joyous celebration.
More info + schedule of events
Juneteenth Concert on the Green in Acworth
Saturday, June 15, 2024
7 to 9 p.m.
Logan Farm Park
Enjoy a FREE concert on the lawn.
The event will celebrate freedom and respect for all cultures.
Besides the concerts, you can take a tour of historic landmarks.
More info here
Juneteenth festival on the Marietta Square
June 14th to 16th, 2024
Glover Park & Marietta Square
The City of Marietta and the Cobb County Branch of the NAACP invites everyone to celebrate Juneteenth at this FREE Friday night block party and weekend cultural festival.
You’ll find live music and entertainment, arts and crafts, vendors, and more.
More info
FREE admission to the William Root House Museum
Saturday, June 15, 2024
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
80 N Marietta Pkwy NW
Marietta, GA 30060
Visit this historic home with FREE admission.
Enjoy guided museum tours, crafts, living history demonstrations, storytelling, an ancestry workshop, and more.
FREE to attend.
More info
Juneteenth Celebration in Sandy Springs
Wednesday, June 19, 2024
5 to 9 p.m.
City Springs entertainment district
FREE to attend. Sandy Springs hosts its 3rd annual Juneteenth event, as a celebration honoring Black culture. Live deejay, food, culture, and community on the City Green — PLUS a live performance and immersive art exhibit in the Byers Theatre.
More info
Jubilee: A Juneteenth Celebration
June 15 & 16, and June 19
June 19th
Center for Civil & Human Rights
Downtown Atlanta
The Center for Civil & Human Rights is hosting a variety of Juneteenth programs over these three days — and you can participate in any of them with a paid admission (about $20 for adults when you buy in advance online, but higher at the door).
There will be dramatizations, interactive activities, music, giveaways, and children’s crafts at various times during the weekend.
More info and complete schedule on the Center’s website
City of Stonecrest Juneteenth Celebration
Saturday, June 15, 2024
4 to 9 p.m.
Southeast Athletic Complex
5845 Hillvale Road
Stonecrest, GA 30058
This expanded event features music, food trucks, kids activities, fireworks, more.
It is FREE and family friendly.
Details here
Juneteenth at the Atlanta History Center
Saturday, June 15, 2024
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Atlanta History Center
There will be a wide variety of programs — including Black history dramatizations, family-friendly activities, food, music, games, art, and more. Everything is FREE to attend.
More info
Juneteenth at the Duluth Library
June 15, 2024
2 to 4 p.m.
3180 Main St.
Duluth, GA 30096
Storytelling, live music, face painting, crafts, treats, and more!
Family-friendly and free to attend.
Norcross Juneteenth Observance
Wednesday, June 19, 2024
10 to 11 a.m.
Cultural Arts & Community Center
10 College St.
Norcross, GA 30071
Experience a specially curated program featuring educational performances by the Brown Sugar Stitchers Quilt Guild, Storyteller Sistah Olufemi and Violinist Carey Durham. Plus, a performance by Giwayen Mata the all-sistah, dance, percussion and vocal ensemble group.
More info
Juneteenth Celebration in Powder Springs
Saturday, June 22, 2024
3 to 8 p.m.
Thurman Springs Park
4485 Pineview Dr.
Powder Springs, GA 30127
Come out for a Unity Walk, storytelling, history dramatizations, food vendors, and live entertainment. Bring your blankets or lawn chairs. FREE to attend.
More info
A Juneteenth Celebration of Unity in Kennesaw
Saturday, June 15, 2024
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Swift Cantrell Park
FREE to attend. Featuring music, food, bounce houses, games, touch-a-truck and community fellowship. Hosted by the Kennesaw Police Department and the Citizens’ Advisory Board.
More info
United Ebony Society Celebration in Gwinnett
Saturday, June 15, 2024
noon to 7 p.m.
Rhodes Jordan park
100 E. Crogan Street
Lawrenceville, GA 30043
Come for a music festival, family-friendly fun, vendors, games, and food.
More info
Snellville Juneteenth Celebration
Sunday, June 16, 2024
1 to 8 p.m.
Briscoe Park
2500 Sawyer Pkwy
Snellville, GA 30078
Music, celebrations, kids activities, food trucks, vendors, swag bags for dads in honor of Father’s Day.
FREE to attend.
Bring your blankets or chairs.
More info
City of Austell Juneteenth Festival
Saturday, June 15, 2024
Noon to 7 p.m.
Legion Park
5514 Austell Powder Springs Rd.
Austell, GA 30106
FREE to attend. Featuring live music, African drummers, stilt walkers, food vendors, storytellers, African dancers, face painting, arts & crafts, bounce house, and more, this celebration will be a blast for the whole family.
Bring your lawn chairs or blankets.
Free parking.
More info here OR go to Eventbrite
Day-by-day listing of Juneteenth weekend events:
