SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio will be hosting several events to celebrate Juneteenth.
Juneteenth is a federal holiday, and for San Antonio, festivities began in 1996 with the creation of the San Antonio Juneteenth Commission. The holiday honors and celebrates Black emancipation and empowerment.
Some of the events taking place around San Antonio are:
Friday, June 16 – 17
Juneteenth Festival
The Juneteenth Festival started at 11 a.m. on Friday and will run until 11 p.m. on Saturday. The festival is taking place at Comanche Park #2 located at 2600 Rigsby Ave. Food, vendors, music and children’s activities run all d ay.
Juneteenth Comedy Celebration Starring Alfred Kainga
Comedian Alfred Kainga and a surprise guest will be at the Upstage Comedy Lounge. Tickets are free, and the
show is from 7 – 8:30 p.m.
Summer Solstice Farmers Market at Gardopia Gardens
Gardopia Gardens is hosting its Summer Solstice Farmers Market from 6 – 9 p.m. Guests can expect local vendors, music, workshops and a tree distribution. For address information and tickets,
click here.
Saturday, June 17
2nd Annual Juneteenth Celebration
From 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., the Westside Community Center in New Braunfels is hosting a free, family-friendly event to educate the public on the importance of Juneteenth. For information on the day’s events and directions,
click here.
Juneteenth Celebration Health and Wellness Fair
This free community event will take place at Comanche Park #2. The fair will promote healthy lifestyles and education through several sponsors and vendors. To view the vendors, and reserve your spot,
click here. The fair is from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Juneteenth Block Party: Celebrating Community & Health
A Celebration of Freedom & Wellness for Juneteenth
Hosted by Cornbread Yoga, this
event will include a 60-minute yoga class and a drink of your choice for $15. Food will be available. Yoga will begin at 7:30 p.m. The event is outdoors and welcomes all ages.
Juneteenth Market Pop-Up Shop
MAAT Market will host the pop-up shop. The public can purchase African-inspired cultural products and celebrate Juneteenth. The free event is from 12 – 4 p.m. For more information on the event,
click here.SA Juneteenth Block Party & Fair
For the third year, the SA Juneteenth Block Party & Fair will celebrate the Black community. Vendors, live music and food will be available at this free event. For information on the event and to reserve your ticket,
click here.
Monday, June 19
The Official Juneteenth Golf Tournament
Freedom: A Gospel Celebration of Juneteenth
Juneteenth Open Mic
This virtual event will celebrate black musicians, poets and business owners. The event is virtual and is from 7 – 10 p.m. For ticket and event information,
click here.
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