Virginia
Wednesday, June 19th, 2–3 p.m. Join Washington Revels Jubilee Voices and the Office of Historic Alexandria for a lively, interactive concert featuring traditional music, dance and spoken word that celebrates Juneteenth, and the local stories, history and enduring legacy of the African American quest for freedom and equality. Alexandria, Va.
Wednesday, June 19th, 4–7 p.m. Join the City of Arlington for a day of celebration and reflection at Metropolitan Park as they commemorate Juneteenth, a pivotal moment in American history and black liberation. This in-person event will feature live music, cultural performances, delicious food and activities for all ages. Arlington, Va.
Wednesday, June 19th–Saturday, June 22nd, 10 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Long before emancipation, many people enslaved at Mount Vernon resisted enslavement and sought freedom. At this Family Day, learners of all ages can discover how Ona Judge, Christopher Sheels and many other men and women enslaved at Mount Vernon defined their agency and the legacies they left behind. Mount Vernon, Va.
Juneteenth Celebration at Carlyle House Historical Park Wednesday, June 19th, 6–8 p.m. Carlyle House, a historic house museum, is hosting its annual Juneteenth celebration. The event is being presented in collaboration with The Athenaeum, a regional arts organization. Discover the history of Juneteenth through hands-on activities, art, history and poetry readings at this free event. Arlington, Va.
D.C.
Wednesday, June 19th, 10 a.m. Find the entrance on K Street and enter Planet Word to observe Juneteenth with a literary twist as in a celebration of community authors and the rich contributions of African American writers and changemakers. Drop in and get to know local authors spanning multiple genres of Black-authored literature who will be selling books, engaging in conversation and offering personalized book signings all day long.
Wednesday, June 19th, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Join Anacostia Community Museum for a free day-long celebration and gather with family, friends and neighbors to honor the present and reflect on shared tradition and history. Bring picnic supplies and blankets or buy from visiting food trucks as you enjoy music from a variety of Black artists throughout the day.
Wednesday, June 19th. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. A special Juneteenth festival with a focus on fitness, attendees can either first arrive for the 10 a.m. yoga session (registration required), or just come for the street festival beginning at noon, with music (including iconic D.C. genre go-go!) and pop-up vendors.
Wednesday, June 19th, 1–6 p.m. Celebrate Black liberation at Bread for the City’s Michelle Obama Southeast Center. This family-friendly block party in the heart of Anacostia will feature a local Black-owned business marketplace, food, live performances and educational sessions, all rooted in Black culture and history.
Saturday, June 22nd, 3 p.m. Go to Unity of Washington D.C. to celebrate freedom and unity in a joyous afternoon of music and spoken word. Join Washington Revels and many special guests, including the Richard Payne Trio, Unity of Washington D.C. Choir, Barry Moton, GENOut Youth Chorus and the Colin Chambers Trio.
Maryland
Sunday, June 19th, 11 a.m.–8 p.m. Described as the region’s most prolific cultural event focused on the celebration and support of the historic Black communities in MoCo, this children’s carnival will include a wide range of activities, games, food trucks, lively music, special performances and much more. Bethesda, Md.
Wednesday, June 19th, 5–7 p.m. Head to Olney Theatre Center to celebrate Juneteenth with a night filled with dance and music, featuring a Juneteenth presentation by Rey Smith from the Sandy Spring Slave Museum, performances by Urban Artistry and an opportunity to support locally-owned authors and vendors. Olney, Md.
Thursday, June 20th, 10:30–11 a.m. At Baden Branch Library you and your 3-5-year-old can enjoy Juneteenth-themed stories, songs, fingerplays and more. Baden, Md.
Friday, June 21st, 6–8 p.m. Come to Edmonston Recreation Center, where the town has curated a series of concerts that highlight the various cultures in the town. Featuring live music and refreshments, the first installment of the “Concert in the Park” series, will be a Juneteenth-themed concert with live performances of jazz, Afrobeat and R&B sound fusion. Edmonston, Md.
