Juneteenth celebrations across the Phoenix area
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Arizona isn't among the 33 states where Juneteenth is a state holiday, but there aren't still plenty of ways to commemorate emancipation across the Valley.
Juneteenth Celebration: Take the family to Gilbert for storytelling, music, drum and dance performances, arts and crafts and educational activities.
- Thursday, 10am-noon, Southeast Regional Library
Juneteenth Block Party: Free all-ages event in downtown Tempe featuring live music, dance battles and other performances, soul food trucks, interactive art and activities, a pop-up roller rink and an on-site bar.
- Friday, 7-11pm, Centerpoint on Mill
Black Cowboy Cookout: Juneteenth Edition: Enjoy food trucks, dancing, live music, vendors, pony rides, a petting zoo and even a mechanical bull from the Black-owned nonprofit Black Hawk Freedom Ranch in south Phoenix.
- Friday, 6pm, Robinson Ranch, 1231 E. Ardmore Road
Juneteenth Family Day: The theme of Goodyear's 5th annual event celebrates the traditions, culture and experiences of homecoming at an HBCU, with educational speeches, live performances, workshops and interactive activities.
- Friday, 6-10pm, Goodyear High School
6th Annual Juneteenth Freedom Celebration: Live music and other entertainment, a community art wall, exhibitions for Black artists and authors, food and a kids' zone in downtown Phoenix.
- Saturday, 6-11pm, Arizona Center
Buckeye Juneteenth Celebration: Learn about local history while celebrating with art, vendors, a food court and raffle prizes.
- Saturday, 5-9pm, Buckeye Elementary School
There are other events across the Valley, so check these lists to find one near you.