CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Celebrations and festivities are being held throughout Charlotte in celebration of the Juneteenth holiday coming up on Monday. Learn what's happening this weekend so you can celebrate to the fullest!
Also, take note of what roads will be closed for this weekend's events here.
Durag Festival
Starting on June 18, this week-long event at Camp North End will be celebrating Black art, fashion and music. Some of the events offered are free (such as the durag market and art exhibition), and tickets for full access to the festival range from $40-$115. You can find more information on the events and purchase tickets here.
Juneteenth Festival of the Carolinas
Taking place in Plaza Midwood, this celebration will consist of numerous events being held starting with a youth culture camp at 9 a.m. on June 15 and ending with a closing ceremony at 9 p.m. on June 18. On Saturday, June 17 there will be a parade, street festival, fashion show and more on June 17 from 12-10 p.m. You can find more details on the weekend’s events here.
Friday, June 16
Juneteenth Celebration
Indian Trail is celebrating Juneteenth with arts, dance, music and more from 6-9 p.m. in Crossing Paths Park. More information can be found on their Facebook page.
Juneteenth Festival in Centennial Park
Bessemer City is hosting its fifth annual Juneteenth Festival from 6-10 p.m. in Centennial Park. The event includes live music, dancing, as well as food and activities for children.
Saturday, June 17
North Carolina Juneteenth Unity Festival
This family-friendly free event will feature crafts, culture, performances, information and more from 100 black-owned companies. It is taking place from 1-5 p.m. at the Cabarrus Arena & Events Center. You can learn more about the event and register here.
Juneteenth Masquerade and Sneaker Ball
Greenwood Golf is hosting a masquerade and sneaker ball at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Charlotte Concord Golf Resort & Spa with special guest Zuri Sweatt, who was Miss Queen Juneteenth 2022, Miss Taste of Charlotte Teen 2023 and Miss Atlantic Coast Teen 2023. Don your finest clothes with your favorite pair of kicks to the gala. There will also be a Black Wall Street silent auction and reception, plated dinner, guest speakers, music, networking and more. Tickets can be purchased online here.
Juneteenth Cookout and Spades Tournament
Southern Hospitality Group is hosting an event at Victoria Yards Uptown that will have free live music and entertainment, along with food and merchant vendors from 12 p.m. to 10 p.m. For those interested, there will also be a spades tournament with a $50 entry fee per pair from 4-10 p.m. Tickets to participate in the tournament can be purchased here.
Belmont Juneteenth Celebration
Stowe Park in Historic Downtown Belmont will be holding a celebration with music, art and culture from 2-9:30 p.m. There will also be a finale concert from 7:30-9:30 p.m. Find more information here.
Fresh 2 Death: It’s Giving Ballroom
This year’s installation at the Gantt Center is centered around ballroom culture. Events are being held throughout the day, starting with a drag brunch at 11 a.m. and hosting a range of vendors from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. There is free general admission, and individual event tickets can be purchased or there is a package that includes the entire day’s events. You can learn more details and purchase tickets here.
There will also be free entry to the Gantt Center exhibitions and more on Monday from noon to 6 p.m. in honor of the Juneteenth holiday.
Ivy Hall Juneteenth Jazz Festival
Live music performers, food trucks, vendors and local artists will gather at Ivy Hall Foundation from 2-7 p.m. for an outdoor festival. Tickets are $40 online and attendees are encouraged to bring blankets and chairs for seating. Find out more information and purchase tickets here.
Juneteenth Celebration at Ada Jenkins Center
From 4-7 p.m., the Ada Jenkins Center is hosting its third-annual Juneteenth celebration with food trucks, vendors and a Black-owned business marketplace. There will also be student performances and a Kids Zone complete with a bounce house, obstacle course, and more. Make sure to get there towards the beginning, because the first 400 people who stop by the welcome tent will receive free dinner! You can learn more about what this free event has to offer here.
More events
HeroesCon @ Charlotte Convention Center
Comic lovers from across the country will gather at Charlotte Convention Center for the 41st annual Heroes Convention this weekend. One-day passes for the convention start at $35 for adults on Friday and Saturday and only $30 on Sunday. You can also get three-day passes for $65.
Rock Hill Pride Festival
You don't want to miss this epic celebration of all things pride in Rock Hill at the annual pride festival. Happening from June 17 to June 25 at the Mercantile. Find more information here.
Around The Crown 10K Pride Run
Around The Crown is hosting a Truist Training Tour ahead of its 10K race on Labor Day. The training tour will also be celebrated as a Pride Run full of giveaways, Pride shirts and tokens. Happening Saturday at 9:30 a.m. Find out more information here.