Juneteenth honors the end to slavery in the United States and commemorates the day when federal troops arrived in Texas to ensure that all enslaved people be freed. Although the federal holiday is June 19, we’re celebrating all week long!
Arlington Juneteenth Celebration
Spend your Saturday downtown at the Levitt Pavilion! On Saturday, June 15, from 4-10pm, join us for a music festival and celebration! Enjoy live music from local artists of various genres, headlined by The Sensational Barnes Brothers, or shop around from local vendors, food trucks, and arts and crafts. Don’t forget your lawn chair or picnic blanket! Admission to this event is free and open to the public.
Dallas Cowboys Juneteenth Celebration
Celebrate with the Dallas Cowboys at the Miller Lite House at AT&T Stadium on Saturday, June 15, from 3-7pm. Come out to enjoy live entertainment and support local Black-owned businesses. Admission to the event and parking are completely free!
Arlington Black Chamber of Commerce
The Arlington Black Chamber of Commerce is hosting their 8th annual Juneteenth event on Saturday, June 15, at 5pm at the Live! By Loews hotel. The theme of the night is Leadership and Legacy, and you’ll have the opportunity to hear from two incredible speakers: Guest Speaker, Hattie Hill, and experienced CEO and Dallas Regional Chamber member and Keynote Speaker, Thasunda Duckett, President and CEO of Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association of America. Come to learn from and connect with the Black community in Arlington.
College Town Renaissance Center
The College Town Renaissance Center is hosting a week full of events to celebrate Juneteenth! You won’t want to miss all the incredible exhibits and insightful conversations cultivated at CTRC this week.
Juneteenth Jam
Gather for a night of food and fellowship at the Juneteenth Jam! Join the Greater Arlington Chamber of Commerce and Black Business Alliance for live music, great food, and a Juneteenth history lesson at One Love Caribbean Restaurant on Thursday, June 20, from 5:30-7pm.
UTA Juneteenth Celebration
Celebrate with the University of Texas at Arlington at their annual Juneteenth event! On Tuesday, June 18, from 11am-1pm, head over to Brazos Park for lots of live entertainment, fellowship, and BBQ! They will also show the meaningful documentary, Echoes from the Hill, a deep dive on Arlington’s Black historical presence.
