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How to celebrate Juneteenth in the Twin Cities this year

On Monday, June 19th, a large crowd gathered at and around The Hook and Ladder in Minneapolis for the South of the Southside Festival. The day included food trucks, yoga and meditation sessions, a drum circle, live music and more.
On Monday, June 19th, a large crowd gathered at and around The Hook and Ladder in Minneapolis for the South of the Southside Festival. The day included food trucks, yoga and meditation sessions, a drum circle, live music and more. BUMP OPERA

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June 12, 2024

On June 19, 1865, about 2,000 Union troops arrived at Galveston Bay, Texas, announcing that the Civil War was over and the 250,000 enslaved Black people in the state were now free after more than 200 years of enslavement. This was more than two years after the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation and two months after the end of the war. After 158 years, Juneteenth has evolved into a celebration of culture, family, and Black joy, as well as an honoring of the legacy of Juneteenth.

Friday, June 14

Juneteenth Freedom and Fellowship Violence Prevention Event (FREE)

This Juneteenth Celebration features performances from Kennadi Hurst, Known Mpls, and more.

6 p.m. at Shiloh Temple Lot, Minneapolis

Juneteenth with The Minnesota Orchestra

The Minnesota Orchestra presents its second annual concert in celebration and commemoration of Juneteenth. Jonathan Taylor Rush will lead a program featuring both upbeat and contemplative music from 20th-century and contemporary African American composers. Jimmie Herrod, Wordsmith and Ashley DuBose will also take the stage, combining their powerful voices with the symphonic strength of the Orchestra. 

8 p.m. at Orchestra Hall, Minneapolis

Carbon Sound X Unbothered Present: Blackmoonchild, Yasmeenah, and echo at Red Sea (FREE)

Carbon Sound and Unbothered are joining forces to celebrate Juneteenth weekend and Carbon Sound's 2nd Anniversary with a night exploring the Black roots of techno at Red Sea in Minneapolis on Friday, June 14.

9 p.m. at Red Sea, Minneapolis

Carbon Sound 1st Birthday Party 45
ech0astral. Carbon Sound's 1st Birthday Party took place at Fine Line Minneapolis on Monday, June 19.
Darin Kamnetz for MPR

Saturday, June 15

Brooklyn Center Juneteenth Celebration (FREE)

This Juneteenth Celebration features performances from Imade, Jordan Johnston, and Nunnabove.

11 a.m. at Centennial Park, Brooklyn Center

We Are the Noise: The Echoes of Our Ancestors (FREE)

The University of Minnesota will host its third annual Juneteenth Celebration block party and commemorative march in North Minneapolis. Performances include Lewiee Blaze & Tango and Mayyadda.

11 a.m. at UROC, Minneapolis

Juneteenth – Celebrating Freedom Day (FREE)

Music entertainment hosted by Da Black Pearl, special guest headliner Dwele.

12 p.m. at Bethune Park, Minneapolis

Brooklyn Park Juneteenth Celebration (FREE)

This Juneteenth Celebration features performances from Carnage The Executioner, Known MPLS, Maya Marchelle, and more.

1 p.m. at North Hennepin Community College, Brooklyn Park

Sunday, June 16

Juneteenth Minnesota (FREE)

This Juneteenth Celebration features performances from Jordan & Traiveon, Uche Ngwu, and more. View full music lineup here.

10 a.m. at West Broadway, Minneapolis

Wednesday, June 19

Soul of the Southside Juneteenth Festival (FREE)

Soul of the Southside (SOTS) is an annual Juneteenth celebration curated by the local hip-hop duo iLLism, who also own and operate The Legacy Building—one of the few Black-led creative spaces in the state. This free-entry festival commemorates Black Liberation and honors the legacy of Juneteenth. Held on June 19th in south Minneapolis, MN, SOTS centers Blackness, kinship, and community at The Hook and Ladder Theater, Moon Palace Books, Arbeiter Brewing, and The Historic Coliseum Building from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM. View full music lineup here.

12 p.m. at Minnehaha Avenue and Lake Street, Minneapolis

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On Monday, June 19th, a large crowd gathered at and around The Hook and Ladder in Minneapolis for the South of the Southside Festival. The day included food trucks, yoga and meditation sessions, a drum circle, live music and more.
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Edina Juneteenth Celebration (FREE)

This Juneteenth Celebration features performances from Carolyne Naomi and Smash Jazz.

6 p.m. at Maetzold Amphitheater, Edina

Thursday, June 20

A Juneteenth Celebration featuring Tish Jones, Queen Drea, and PaviElle French (FREE)

Hosted and DJed by New Black City

6 p.m. at Minneapolis Institute of Art, Minneapolis

Juneteenth Celebration: Darnell Davis & The Remnant w/ DJ Willie Adams Presented by Hygge House Productions

Live music by Darnell Davis & The Remnant, Twin Cities premier Gospel Choir in celebration of Juneteenth in Minneapolis. 100% of the proceeds go toward the Purple Playground, a non-profit dedicated to honoring the legacy and music of Prince - and ensuring young people have access to music education, live performance and production.

7 p.m. at Icehouse, Minneapolis

Saturday, June 22

Juneteenth 2024- A Family Celebration (FREE)

Live performances, music, food, kids pavilion, wealth-building pavilion, health & wellness resources and more!

12 p.m. at the Minnesota State Capitol, St. Paul

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This activity is made possible in part by the Minnesota Legacy Amendment’s Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund.