Posted by: June 19, or Juneteenth, as it is known, is a day that recognizes the end of slavery and celebrates the culture and achievements of African-Americans.
It marks the day in 1865 when the Emancipation Proclamation – which had been issued more than two years earlier – was finally read to enslaved African-Americans in Texas. Many groups in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties are planning events to celebrate Juneteenth.
2026 MIAMI-DADE JUNETEENTH EVENTS
Juneteenth Day of Freedom City of Miami Beach
Friday, June 19 at 6 p.m. at Lummus Park, 13 and 14 St. beachfront, Miami Beach.
Seventh annual Juneteenth celebration to honor the contributions of Black Americans while remembering the emancipation of those who had been enslaved. The Peter London Global Dance Company will perform. RSVP here.
Legends on the Diamond: A Juneteenth Celebration at Dorsey Park
Friday, June 19, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Dorsey Park, 1701 NW 1 Ave., Miami
Community kickball game, food, storytelling, and connection across generations, and a look at the restored Dorsey Park community mural led by Artist Alex Douyon with Urgent Inc. and ALOU Creative Arts for Wellness. Hosted by the Catalyst Miami Overtown Community Champions in partnership with the Jewish Federation of Greater Miami, Temple Beth Sholom, Nana's Restart, and Ivory Tours. Click here for info and to RSVP.
Juneteenth Roll Call
Friday, June 19, 9:30-10 a.m. at Lyric Theater Plaza, 819 NW 2 Ave., Miami
Celebrate Juneteenth at this community gathering in the heart of Historic Overtown. Click here for info.
Community Memory Circle – Juneteenth Launch
Friday, June 19, 1-2 p.m. at OVRTWN Corner, 1119 NW 3 Ave., Miami
A community gathering where attendees will present a family heirloom or artifact and share the story behind it to honor family histories, neighborhood memories, and cultural traditions. Click here for more information
Juneteenth Festival at Griffing Park
Thursday, June 18 at 6 p.m. and Friday, June 19 at 3 p.m. at Griffing Park, 12220 Griffing Blvd., North Miami
Two-day community event in the heart of North Miami with live music, cultural performances, a kids zone and food vendors. Click here for more information
Juneteenth Beach Bash Celebration
Saturday, June 13, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Historic Virginia Key Beach Park, 4020 Virginia Beach Dr., Key Biscayne
Food and beverage for purchase, arts & crafts, kids' fun zone, live music and an education center. $10 per vehicle. Click here to RSVP
Celebrate Juneteenth with The Harden Project Duo at PAMM in Downtown Miami
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