Before Juneteenth was made an official federal holiday and the center of a national conversation, it was a Texas tradition. On June 19, 1865, two-and-a-half years after the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation, enslaved people in Galveston became the last in the nation to learn of their freedom, sparking a legacy of celebration and remembrance that has only grown louder in the 160 years since. <\/p>\n
That legacy runs deepest in Fort Worth, where lifelong educator and activist Opal Lee<\/a> spent decades campaigning to give the holiday its federal due. At 89, she walked hundreds of miles, in 2.5-mile increments, from Fort Worth to Washington, D.C., petitioning Congress to recognize Juneteenth nationally. In 2021, President Joe Biden signed a bill making the holiday official. Lee, who still lives in Fort Worth, regularly appears at 2.5-mile walking events to honor Juneteenth. <\/p>\n This year, North Texans have nearly 75 events across the region to celebrate the holiday, with programming ranging from street festivals to art exhibitions, freedom walks, cultural markets and family-friendly activations rooted in Black joy and heritage<\/a>. Fort Worth\u2019s National Juneteenth Museum<\/a> is anchoring the season with its \u201cFreedom Vibes\u201d festival, running June 11-20 under the theme \u201cnostalgic joy.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n So, whether you\u2019re making a full weekend of it or looking for one meaningful way to mark the day, here\u2019s everything happening around DFW this Juneteenth.<\/p>\n Sign up for the Arts & Culture newsletter to get the latest stories delivered to your inbox<\/p>\n THANK YOU!<\/p>\n You’re all set.<\/p>\n CLOSE\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n June 11<\/p>\n Juneteenth Doormat Experience<\/a> June 12<\/p>\n Dr. Harry Robinson Legacy Mixer<\/a> 2026 Juneteenth Burger Bash<\/a> June 13<\/p>\n MLK Juneteenth Freedom Walk<\/a> Juneteenth Food & History Tour<\/a> Juneteenth Line Dance\/R&B Festival in the Park MANDELA: THE OFFICIAL EXHIBITION<\/a> 2026 BSW Juneteenth Festival<\/a> Be Out Day Dallas<\/a> HBCU Paint & Sip Kickoff Party<\/a> June 17<\/p>\n Project Unity\u2019s 6th Annual Together We Sing Gospel Concert<\/a> Dallas Police Department Redbird Juneteenth Movie Night<\/a> June 18<\/p>\n AMPLIFY + NTCA Convening<\/a> Juneteenth x Tequila<\/a> 2026 Juneteenth Health & Wellness Community Fair<\/a> Juneteenth Trivia Night<\/a> June 19\u00a0<\/p>\n Opal\u2019s Walk for Freedom<\/a> District 4 Juneteenth Celebration Opportunity Fair and Health Fair<\/a> Ditch Day Dallas<\/a> Juneteenth: Rhythm & Wires TeqFest<\/a> Juneteenth Giveback Kickback<\/a> FUBU Vendor Market & Happy Hour<\/a> The Juneteenth Fashion Show<\/a> Mansfield Juneteenth Celebration 2026<\/a> Juneteenth Black Art Tour<\/a> Float & Flow: A Juneteenth Wellness Celebration<\/a> The Bagby Way Juneteenth Domino Tournament<\/a> Shades of Brown: A Juneteenth Celebration<\/a> 10th Annual Arlington Juneteenth Celebration<\/a> Life After Sunday: The Juneteenth Kickback<\/a> Celebration of the Arts<\/a> Juneteenth Afrobeats Pool Party<\/a> Culture & Vibes Fest<\/a> Rowlett Juneteenth Celebration<\/a> Juneteenth Skate Bash<\/a> Juneteenth Celebration at Grandscape<\/a> Fem-N-Nem Presents: Texas Take-Ova<\/a> The Gemini Juneteenth Bash ft. Moneybagg Yo<\/a> June 20<\/p>\n Run It Up Juneteenth 5K\/10K<\/a> 6th Annual Dallas Juneteenth Soul Food Fest<\/a> Juneteenth Adult Field Day Bash<\/a> Juneteenth R&B Festival<\/a> Dallas Juneteenth Fest 2026<\/a> Beads of Hope: Free Juneteenth Jewelry-Making Experience<\/a> Juneteenth Flavor Fest<\/a> Manifest Your Purpose Juneteenth Market<\/a> Culture Crawl DTX : Juneteenth Edition<\/a> Summa Jigga All White Party On the Lake<\/a> The 4th Annual Juneteenth Pool Party<\/a> Run It Up x Waterproof Rooftop R&B Pool Party 2026<\/a> Juneteenth: Downtown Lancaster<\/a> Juneteenth at the Spellman 2026<\/a> Juneteenth Pride for HER<\/a> Garland Juneteenth Celebration<\/a> For Oak Cliff Juneteenth Festival<\/a> Paint & Sing \u201890s Edition<\/a> An All White Affair: Screening, Talk Back + \u201880s\/\u201990s All White After Party<\/a> Juneteenth Jamboree<\/a>
The People\u2019s Last Stand, 5319 E. Mockingbird Lane, Ste. 210
The Juneteenth Doormat Experience invites guests to create their own holiday-inspired doormat during a hands-on evening at The People\u2019s Last Stand. With cocktails, conversation and guided creativity, the event offers a relaxed way to ease into Juneteenth celebrations before the larger weekend events begin.<\/p>\n
African American Museum, Dallas, 3536 Grand Ave.
The Dr. Harry Robinson Legacy Award Mixer brings guests together for an evening honoring leadership, cultural preservation and community impact in Dallas. The event will recognize Jerry Hawkins as the Legacy Award recipient while giving attendees a chance to gather at the African American Museum during the Juneteenth season.<\/p>\n
Henry B. Tippie National Aviation Education Center, 5657 Mariner Drive
The Juneteenth Burger Bash offers a casual evening gathering with food, music and family-friendly activities. <\/p>\n
Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center, 2922 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
The MLK Juneteenth Freedom Walk & Festival continues as one of Dallas\u2019 longest-running Juneteenth traditions with a 4K walk focused on wellness, remembrance and community pride. After the walk, attendees can stay for a free festival with live entertainment, vendors, activities and water slides.<\/p>\n
Departure location provided after registration
Soul of DFW\u2019s Juneteenth Food & History Tour takes guests through local sites connected to Black history while exploring the holiday\u2019s significance through a Dallas-Fort Worth lens. The historian-led bus tour includes surprise stops, a barbecue lunch and a viewing and discussion of General Order No. 3, the document that announced emancipation in Texas.<\/p>\n
<\/a>114 W Hobson Ave.
This outdoor festival adds movement to Juneteenth weekend with line dancing and R&B music in a social park setting. <\/p>\n
African American Museum, Dallas, 3536 Grand Ave.
The African American Museum of Dallas will host \u201cMandela: The Official Exhibition,\u201d offering visitors a closer look at Nelson Mandela\u2019s life, leadership and global influence. The exhibition gives residents a reflective cultural stop during Juneteenth season, pairing history with a broader conversation about liberation, resilience and justice.<\/p>\n
Lancaster Community Park, 1700 Veterans Memorial Parkway
The BSW Juneteenth Festival brings Lancaster, DeSoto, Duncanville and Cedar Hill together for a greater regional celebration. With live entertainment, food, vendors and cultural experiences, the event serves as one of the larger suburban Juneteenth gatherings in southern Dallas County.<\/p>\n
Kiest Park, 3080 S. Hampton Road
Be Out Day Dallas gives families and friends a daytime option to gather outdoors for Juneteenth weekend. The event leans into a reunion-style atmosphere for a more relaxed celebration.<\/p>\n
The Daiquiri Shoppe, 684 W. Pioneer Parkway, Ste. 100, Grand Prairie
Be Out Day Dallas HBCU Paint & Sip brings HBCU pride into a creative night of painting, cocktails and community connection. Hosted by Unique Norman Incorporation, the event features guided instruction from artist Debora and is designed for guests to celebrate culture, school spirit and fellowship.<\/p>\n
Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center, 2301 Flora St.
Together We Sing returns to the Meyerson for a Juneteenth concert experience rooted in gospel, unity and community celebration. The event brings major voices and musicians to the stage for a night designed to uplift North Texans through music. The night will also honor the legacy of Grammy-nominated artist Kurt Carr.<\/p>\n
The Shops at RedBird, 3662 W. Camp Wisdom Road
The Dallas Police Department\u2019s Redbird Juneteenth Movie Night gives families a free outdoor evening at The Shops at RedBird ahead of the holiday. Guests are encouraged to arrive early for vendors, music and food trucks before the movie screening begins.<\/p>\n
The DEC Network at RedBird, 3560 W. Camp Wisdom Road
This event brings entrepreneurs, creatives and community leaders together for a business-focused Juneteenth gathering.<\/p>\n
The Algiers Clubs, 4707 Algiers St., Ste. 104
The Algiers Club in the Design District is hosting a tasting experience centered on Black-owned tequila brands with cocktails and small bites. Led by Bourbon in Black, the event offers a social, spirits-focused way to ease into Juneteenth weekend in an intimate setting.<\/p>\n
University of North Texas at Dallas, 7300 University Hills Blvd.
This stop gives residents a daytime focus on care, resources and preventative wellness. The event is a practical addition to the holiday lineup, connecting Juneteenth\u2019s broader message of freedom with access to information that can support healthier families and communities.<\/p>\n
The LaKisha McGee Group, 2010 N. Hampton Road, Ste. 300, DeSoto
This is not your average trivia night. Expect a lively, interactive way to gather with friends while testing knowledge of history, culture and community.<\/p>\n
Will Rogers Square, 3401 W. Lancaster Ave., Fort Worth
This walk honors Opal Lee\u2019s national legacy and Fort Worth\u2019s central place in Juneteenth\u2019s story. The 2.5-mile walk symbolizes the two-and-a-half years it took for news of emancipation to reach enslaved people in Texas.<\/p>\n
Glendale Shopping Center, 4478 S. Marsalis Ave.
The Juneteenth Celebration Opportunity Fair and Health Fair brings community resources to southern Dallas with support from Parkland Health. Attendees can access health education, HIV and STI screenings at no cost, trauma outreach resources and other services in a neighborhood-based setting.<\/p>\n
Stone Water Restaurant + Entertainment, 10261 Technology Blvd. E
This daytime Juneteenth party with music, food, and drinks is geared towards attendees who want to begin the holiday with a more grown, laid-back crowd.<\/p>\n
The Shops at RedBird, 3662 W. Camp Wisdom Road
Rhythm & Wires TEQFest blends technology, music and community into a Juneteenth event with a futuristic twist, as the event offers a chance to experience entertainment and innovation at one of southern Dallas\u2019 major gathering spaces.<\/p>\n
Hotel Dryce, 3621 Byers Ave., Fort Worth
Held in the heart of Fort Worth\u2019s Cultural District, the Kickback is a gathering that pairs social energy with a philanthropic focus, making it a purposeful option for North Texans looking to celebrate by giving back.<\/p>\n
Sporting Club Dallas, 2516 Florence St., Ste. C
For Us By Us Vendor Market puts local entrepreneurship at the center of Juneteenth weekend. The event gives shoppers a chance to support Black-owned businesses and independent vendors through community spending power.<\/p>\n
Lexus Box Garden, 7800 Windrose Ave., Plano
Legacy Hall\u2019s Juneteenth Fashion Show is all about style, performance and philanthropy in a high-energy evening at the Lexus Box Garden. The event features local fashion talent and supports the Pan African Think Tank through a creative lens. <\/p>\n
Geyer Commons, 605 E. Broad St., Mansfield
Continuing a local tradition that has been part of the city for more than three decades, guests can expect live music, food trucks, vendors, yard games, photo opportunities and a performance by the Revelers Hall Band.<\/p>\n
Several locations in Fort Worth
Art Tooth and A Good Man\u2019s Education are teaming up for a guided Juneteenth Black Art Tour that moves through multiple art and community stops by bus. The tour gives attendees a Fort Worth-focused way to experience Black creativity, local history and cultural storytelling in motion.<\/p>\n
Lee Harvey\u2019s Dive In,1315 Beaumont St.
This poolside wellness experience with yoga, music, and food is the perfect space for Black women to unwind. The event promises a softer Juneteenth weekend option for anyone seeking restoration, sisterhood and ease.<\/p>\n
Elite 360 Luxe, 329 N. Highway 67, Ste. 100, Cedar Hill
This transforms a classic Black gathering tradition into a community competition, as the event offers a chance to play dominoes for a good cause. <\/p>\n
Sporting Club Dallas, 2516 Florence St., Ste. C
This is a Juneteenth nightlife experience shaped around music, style and Black cultural expression. With R&B, Afrobeats and hip-hop influences, the event gives attendees a curated party option for the holiday weekend.<\/p>\n
Esports Stadium Arlington, 1200 Ballpark Way, Arlington
Hosted by the Arlington Black Chamber of Commerce, the 10th Annual Arlington Juneteenth Celebration brings business leaders, professionals and community members together for an evening honoring freedom, culture and local impact. The ticketed mixer is a more formal Juneteenth option for anyone interested in networking and supporting Black business leadership in Arlington.<\/p>\n
Sparrow on Main, 105 E. Main St., Lewisville
Life After Sunday: The Juneteenth Kickback gives attendees a soulful evening of live music, food and community inside one of Old Town Lewisville\u2019s restored event spaces. The gathering is designed as a come-as-you-are celebration, making it a warm option for connection without the pressure of a large festival crowd.<\/p>\n
Mokah Coffee & Tea, 2803 Taylor St.
Presented by The NETwork DFW Chapter, Celebration of the Arts brings local creatives together in Deep Ellum for a Juneteenth evening centered on creative expression and community. The event gives attendees a chance to experience visual art, live performance and conversation in a cute cafe.<\/p>\n
Waterproof at The Statler, 1914 Commerce St.
This pool party turns The Statler\u2019s rooftop into a Juneteenth weekend destination with music, dancing and skyline views. It also gives attendees a summer party option rooted in Afrobeats and rooftop nightlife.<\/p>\n
McCall Plaza, 998 E. 15th St., Plano
You don\u2019t have to travel to Dallas or Fort Worth to celebrate the holiday. This Plano festival will deliver an evening of music, vendors, food and community celebration in the suburb\u2019s downtown district.<\/p>\n
Downtown Rowlett Green, 4011 Main St., Rowlett
Out in Rowlett, live music, spoken word, vendors and family-friendly activities will take place on the city\u2019s downtown green. The event will highlight Black-owned businesses and creative performances of various mediums. <\/p>\n
Cedar Hill Roller Rink, 202 N Main St, Cedar Hill
Juneteenth Skate Bash 4 Tha Steppaz brings roller-skating culture into the holiday weekend with music and a throwback social feel.<\/p>\n
Corona Stage & Lawn at Grandscape, 5752 Grandscape Blvd., The Colony
Saunter over to Grandscape for a free evening of R&B, spoken word, vendors and community programming in one of North Texas\u2019 major entertainment districts. <\/p>\n
Lady Love Lounge, 310 W. Seventh St.
A Texas-themed Pride and Juneteenth nightlife event is coming to Lady Love Lounge in Bishop Arts. The flyer points to a late-night celebration centered on music, movement and queer community energy at one of the neighborhood\u2019s best clubs. <\/p>\n
Headquarters Night Club, 2443 Walnut Hill Lane
Rapper Moneybagg Yo is coming through Dallas for one of the holiday\u2019s biggest late-night events of the year. <\/p>\n
Bachman Lake Park, 3500 W. Northwest Hwy.
If you\u2019re looking for a wellness-focused way to begin the weekend, Run It Up is the literal move. The event is ideal for runners, walkers, families and anyone who wants to mark Juneteenth through movement.<\/p>\n
Lofty Spaces, 816 Montgomery St.
Soul Food Fest brings food, vendors, music and family-friendly entertainment to one all-encompassing afternoon event. The festival has a neighborhood-reunion feel, making it a broad draw for residents of all ages.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Berkner Park, 1800 E. Spring Valley Rd., Richardson
This event adds a playful, nostalgic spin to the holiday weekend with games and grown-up competition. It is a fit for attendees who want something active, social and less traditional than a concert or market.<\/p>\n
Stone Water Restaurant + Entertainment, 10261 Technology Blvd. E.
The Juneteenth R&B Festival delivers a full lineup featuring live performances and appearances by Slim from 112, Case, Link, Jacquees, Michel\u2019le and Tracie Spencer for fans of classic and contemporary R&B. With an all-day format, the event gives concertgoers a chance to settle in for food, drinks and nostalgia.<\/p>\n
Beckley-Saner Park, 114 W. Hobson Ave.
Down in south Dallas, this one offers a park-based celebration with music, vendors and space for families to gather, giving Oak Cliff and southern Dallas residents a community-centered option close to home.<\/p>\n
Make Space, 514 North Marsalis Avenue
If you\u2019re looking for a hands-on activity to create something meaningful, Beads of Hope allows you to tap into your creative side. The free jewelry-making experience gives attendees a quieter, craft-centered way to reflect, connect and leave with a keepsake.<\/p>\n
Mar Thoma Event Center, 11500 Luna Rd.
Naturally, Flavor Fest centers food for a day of family activities and celebrations. Guests can expect vendors, games, giveaways, performances and a wide mix of local flavors.<\/p>\n
The Shops at RedBird, 3662 W. Camp Wisdom Rd.
This market highlights small businesses and entrepreneurs while giving shoppers a chance to support local brands.<\/p>\n
La Tardeada, 2810 Elm St.
Culture Crawl offers a social, arts-forward way to move through Dallas\u2019 creative scene. The event is ideal for those who want culture, conversation and a less conventional Juneteenth outing.<\/p>\n
Rockledge Park, 3600 Pilot Point, Grapevine
Chocolit Tye\u2019s Summa Jigga All White Party brings a themed, lakeside celebration to Juneteenth weekend. The event leans into summer style, music and social energy for attendees looking for a daytime-to-evening party.<\/p>\n
Lorenzo Hotel, 1011 S. Akard St.
The 4th Annual Juneteenth Pool Party is set to be a resort-style atmosphere in downtown Dallas. With music, drinks and a poolside setting, the event is aimed at attendees looking for a more grown summer celebration.<\/p>\n
Waterproof at The Statler, 1914 Commerce St.
This party pairs rooftop views with R&B sounds for a Juneteenth weekend by the pool at the historic Statler hotel.<\/p>\n
Historic Downtown Lancaster, 100 West Main Street, Lancaster
The big city isn\u2019t the only hub for Juneteenth celebrations. Lancaster\u2019s main event is slated to be a neighborhood-centered celebration just south of Dallas.<\/p>\n
Spellman Amphitheater at Forney Community Park, 241 S. FM 548, Forney
Juneteenth at the Spellman brings live music, food vendors and family activities to Forney\u2019s outdoor amphitheater. The event gives Kaufman County residents a local celebration centered on culture, history and community connection.<\/p>\n
Cash Cow, 402 N. Good Latimer Expy.
Juneteenth and Pride Month intersect, so this Pride-centered social event gives women and queer attendees another nightlife option tied to two celebrations rooted in visibility and community.<\/p>\n
Downtown Garland Square, 520 W. State St., Garland
Out in Garland, this evening celebration brings residents and visitors together through a free festival of freedom, culture and community.<\/p>\n
For Oak Cliff, 907 E. Ledbetter Dr.
Neighborhood pride will be palpable in South Dallas for this festival, giving residents a locally rooted option connected to one of the city\u2019s most visible grassroots organizations, For Oak Cliff.<\/p>\n
Post Park Events & Community Space, 2001 S Ervay St Suite 100
Art and throwback music will blend for a more interactive Juneteenth outing that gives attendees a chance to paint, sing along, and enjoy a more laid-back social setting.<\/p>\n
Lewisville Grand Theater, 100 North Charles St., Lewisville
This special screening and talk-back will add a cultural component to the evening before the celebration shifts into an \u201880s- and\u2019 90s-themed after-party.<\/p>\n
Ceezoo\u2019s Dallas, 2910 Botham Jean Blvd
If you could use a good laugh, the Juneteenth Jamboree will deliver tenfold. A stacked lineup of comedians will help celebrate the holiday at Ceezoo\u2019s Dallas.\u00a0<\/p>\n