Juneteenth is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery on June 19, 1865 — the day when all African Americans were freed from slavery. The MetroHealth Cleveland Juneteenth Freedom Fest is set to become an annual destination event in Downtown Cleveland, poised to position our community as a national leader in celebrating Juneteenth.
A day of performances, food, art and other festivities is happening in celebration of Juneteenth on Saturday, June 14 from 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. on Mall C in the heart of Downtown Cleveland.
The city-wide, family-friendly celebration and commemoration of Juneteenth will feature main stage performances by Karamu House, the country’s oldest Black producing theatre, along with live music, DJ Sets and other entertainment. Be sure to check out the Vendor Village spotlighting Black businesses and entrepreneurs, Famly Fun + Games zone featuring plenty of activities for kids, the mouthwatering eats available on Soul Food Row, community programming and education, spoken-word performances, interactive art demonstrations, more food trucks and beverage concessions.
The MetroHealth Cleveland Juneteenth Freedom Fest is an amazing way to celebrate Juneteenth and Black culture in The Land, so get Downtown for culture, food and family fun to take it all in.