2023 North Texas Juneteenth Events
On June 19, 1865, enslaved African Americans in Texas were told they were free, nearly two and a half years after President Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation. This year marks the third anniversary since President Biden signed legislation that made June 19 a federal holiday. For more information on the history of Juneteenth, check out this article from the New York Times.
Following are a few ideas to celebrate Juneteenth this year in North Texas! For event more ideas, check out Visit Dallas and Visit Fort Worth.
Dallas County Juneteenth Events
Denton Juneteenth Celebration
Friday, June 16 & Saturday, June 17, 2023 | Fred Moore Park
From the Denton Juneteenth website: Join us live on social media or come to the park on Friday June 16th thru Saturday June 17th. There will be plenty of food music and entertainment for the entire family.
Elite News 3rd Annual Juneteenth Celebration & Expo
Saturday, June 17 & Sunday, June 18, 2023 | Willam Blair Jr. Park
From the North Texas Juneteenth Celebration website: Join us in the heart of Dallas on June 18th to celebrate Juneteenth! We’ll be commemorating the impact of liberation and honoring everyone who made it possible. North Texas Juneteenth Celebration is an opportunity to further the dialogue of justice and freedom in our communities.
Attendees can expect music, guest speakers, and a special performance that will promote unity, understanding, and progress.
Now more than ever is the time to recognize our shared history and join together for a brighter future! Sign up for the celebration here, today!
For Oak Cliff Juneteenth Festival & Farmers Market
Saturday, June 17, 2023 | 11 AM- 2 PM | 907 Ledbetter Dr
From the For Oak Cliff Website: This family-friendly event is for the whole hood to enjoy! Our celebration will feature:
Free Food (Soul Food & Sno Cones)
Farmers Market
Kids Activities! (Bounce Houses, Water Slide, Art & STEM activities by @illuminateSTEM, & Face Painting)
Spades & Dominoes
Live DJ
Voters Registration & more!
This event is free & open to YOU and our Oak Cliff family! We can't wait to see you on June 17!
Tarrant County Juneteenth Events
Fort Worth Public Library-Juneteenth: Then & Now
Saturday, June 17, 2023 | 1-2PM | Ella Mae Shamblee Library
From the Fort Worth Public Library website: Join us at the Ella Mae Shamblee Library to hear a presentation by the renowned Donald Payton, genealogist, historian, and civil rights activist, as he dispels misconceptions about the early history of Juneteenth and the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States.
He’ll highlight significant moments in the history of its celebration and review the circumstances of its growth into a national holiday.
As a destination for discovery, your Fort Worth Public Library is a location for learners of any age. We designed this program for adults.
Arlington Juneteenth Celebration at The Levitt Pavilion
Saturday, June 17, 2023 | 4-10 PM | Levitt Pavilion
From the Arlington Juneteenth website: The Arlington Juneteenth Celebration will feature a mixture of local artists performing various genres of family oriented music, headlined by R&B/Jazz recording artist Ron Artis II. In addition to the musical performances, local vendors and businesses will be onsite to showcase their business talents, arts and crafts.
Come enjoy a family friendly day of live music, dancing, food trucks, vendors and more hosted by the Arlington Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. To make the most of your time at the Juneteenth Celebration at the Levitt Pavilion, be sure to bring a lawn chair or blanket for relaxing, snacks and a cooler with beverages, including beer and wine (but no glass containers, please).
Mansfield's Juneteenth Celebration
Saturday, June 17, 2023 | 4-9 PM | The LOT Downtown
From the Facebook event: Celebrate freedom and Juneteenth in Mansfield with our annual celebration. This year we'll be out at The LOT Downtown!
EVENT SCHEDULE
4:00 pm - DJ DMann
5:00 pm - Welcome and Opening
5:10 pm - Alicia Azahar (poet)
5:25 pm - Bethlehem Baptist Church Praise Dancers
5:40 pm - Lake Ridge Step Team
6:00 pm - Drea Randle
7:00 pm - Terrhonda Hillman
7:20 pm - AKA Step Team
7:40 pm - La'Kea Stokes
Texas Wesleyan 2023 Juneteenth Jubilee
Sunday, June 18, 2023 | 2-7 PM | Texas Wesleyan
From Eventbrite:
2nd Annual Juneteenth Jubilee
Kids Bounce House
Local Vendors
African Dancers
Fashion Show
Art Auction
Opal's Walk for Freedom Fort Worth, TX
Monday, June 19, 2023 | 11 AM
From the Opal’s Walk for Freedom website: On Monday, June 19th, Ms. Opal Lee will complete her annual 2.5 mile walk to recognize the 2.5 years it took for the news and enforcement of freedom to reach the enslaved people in Texas.
Now a national holiday, Juneteenth celebrates the freedom gained when slavery was abolished all across the country. Unity Unlimited and Ms. Opal continue her walks to educate the nation on the importance of understanding that freedom is for everyone.
Register to walk virtually with Ms. Opal from any location or join our Opal's Walk Live events in a city near you. Join to support her continued mission to educate the country about freedom and Juneteenth's power to heal America.
