Provided by Lubbock Juneteenth<\/p>\n
LUBBOCK, TEXAS (NEWS RELEASE) – The Lubbock Juneteenth Committee is excited to announce the full schedule of events for the 2026 Juneteenth Celebration, taking place June 18\u201321. This year\u2019s theme, Rise Up Weekend, brings the community together through a vibrant series of events that honor Black history, culture, and freedom.<\/p>\n
The Committee encourages all to participate in this celebration of the resilient human spirit. With activities for all ages, the celebration includes live music, wellness initiatives, youth programming, and more\u2014all free and open to the public.<\/p>\n
FULL SCHEDULE OF EVENTS<\/p>\n
Thursday, June 18<\/p>\n
Official Celebration Kickoff & Media Day<\/p>\n
2 p.m. \u2013 3:30 p.m.<\/p>\n
Patterson Branch Library, 1836 Parkway Dr.<\/p>\n
Free<\/p>\n
Celebrate the launch of the Rise Up Juneteenth celebration with a press conference, children\u2019s activities, and refreshments.<\/p>\n
Glow in the Dark Party<\/p>\n
5 p.m. \u2013 8 p.m.<\/p>\n
Patterson Branch Library, 1836 Parkway Dr.<\/p>\n
Free | Ages 10\u201317<\/p>\n
An evening for youth featuring a silent disco, silent reading lounge, glow-in-the-dark games, and a dance-off, hosted by the Patterson Library.<\/p>\n
Friday, June 19<\/p>\n
The Cookout<\/p>\n
6:30 p.m.<\/p>\n
Mackenzie Main City Park<\/p>\n
A family-friendly evening in the park featuring great food, live music, and vibrant entertainment with special guests DJ Arie Spins and Don Diego Band, bringing the vibes all evening long. Attendees should bring blankets and\/or lawn chairs.<\/p>\n
Saturday, June 20<\/p>\n
Senior Breakfast<\/p>\n
8 a.m. \u2013 9:30 a.m.<\/p>\n
Mae Simmons Center, 2004 Oak Avenue<\/p>\n
Free for seniors ages 62 and older<\/p>\n
Hosted by My Brothers and Sisters Keepers, this breakfast honors the elders of the community and starts the day with community connection.<\/p>\n
Juneteenth Parade<\/p>\n
10 a.m. \u2013 11:15 a.m.<\/p>\n
Begins on Avenue A, travels east on Broadway, turns right on Canyon Lake Dr., and ends at the R.O.C.C. Fitness parking lot<\/p>\n
Free to attend | $30 entry fee for participants<\/p>\n
Enjoy a vibrant display of floats, music, dancing with local groups and organizations in celebration of progress. The parade grand marshal will be actress Rolonda Rochelle of Atlanta, Georgia.<\/p>\n
Freedom Fest<\/p>\n
11:30 a.m. \u2013 4 p.m.<\/p>\n
Mackenzie Main City Park<\/p>\n
Free<\/p>\n
Entertainment by Muzikology<\/p>\n
This family-friendly event includes:<\/p>\n
Leprino Foods Kids\u2019 Zone and teen activities<\/p>\n
StarCare Health Fair<\/p>\n
Ice Cream Eating Contest<\/p>\n
United Supermarkets Cooling Station<\/p>\n
Information fair<\/p>\n
Food trucks, vendors, giveaways, and games<\/p>\n
Live music by Muzikology The Band of Shreveport, Louisiana<\/p>\n
Freedom Celebration & Fireworks Show<\/p>\n
6:30 p.m.<\/p>\n
Mackenzie Main City Park<\/p>\n
Free<\/p>\n
The celebration continues into the evening with line dancing, food vendors, and a high-energy set by local favorite \u201cTouch of Soul\u201d and special guest DJ Exeqtive of Atlanta, Georgia. The night concludes with the H-E-B Fireworks Show. Attendees should bring blankets and\/or lawn chairs.<\/p>\n
Sunday, June 21<\/p>\n
Choir Rehearsal with Friends w\/ Will Johnson<\/p>\n
6 p.m.<\/p>\n
Lubbock Civic Center Theater<\/p>\n
Free<\/p>\n
The Gospel Celebration featuring Will Johnson of Choir Rehearsal With Friends concludes the 2026 Rise Up Juneteenth Celebration festivities. It\u2019s not a rehearsal\u2014it\u2019s a workshop experience filled with gospel music, where attendees become the Choir.<\/p>\n