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By Spectrum News Staff Tampa
PUBLISHED 4:00 PM ET Jun. 06, 2023 PUBLISHED 4:00 PM EDT Jun. 06, 2023
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TAMPA, Fla. — From its origin in 1865, Juneteenth commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans and is celebrated to reflect and recognize achievements in the African American community. Numerous organizations across Tampa Bay will be honoring the holiday. Here’s a list of family-friendly celebrations you can take part in.
Hernando County
- 2nd Annual Juneteenth Hair & Fashion Gala
Saturday, June 17, 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. | National Guard Armory
This hair and fashion show will also include cultural tributes, live performances and guest speakers.
Hillsborough County
- Tampa Bay Juneteenth Festival
Saturday, June 17, 3 p.m. | Raymond James Stadium
This 3rd annual Juneteenth festival is one of the largest in Tampa Bay, featuring live performances, food trucks, craft vendors, a job fair and more. - Juneteenth Celebration
Saturday, June 17, 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. | Sam and Martha Gibbons Alumni Center
The USF Black Alumni Society will be hosting a celebration of culture and community for the whole family. The event will include delicious food vendors, jazz music, dancers and several panels. - AfroCAN: Juneteenth Tampa Bay
Sunday, June 18, 5 p.m. – 9 p.m. | Perry Harvey Park
This festival is a contemporary summer celebration encouraging residents to explore African American culture. There will be food, fashion and music, as well as yoga and art. - Juneteenth: A Free Day
Monday, June 19 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Tampa Bay History Center
Tampa Bay History Center celebrates the newest federal holiday with free admission. Their latest permanent exhibit, Travails and Triumphs, chronicles over 500 years of Black history in the Tampa Bay area. - A Celebration of Juneteenth and Tampa History
Wednesday, June 21, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. | Seminole Heights Branch Library
Hosted by the Tampa Bay Chapter of the National Black MBA Association, This event is designed for individuals who want to learn more about the history of Juneteenth and the influence of African Americans in Tampa.
Manatee County
- Juneteenth Community Festival
Saturday, June 17, 1 p.m. – 6 p.m. | 13th Avenue Dream Center
This family-friendly outdoor event will have vendors and shopping, along with cultural foods and live music.
- Juneteenth Generations Fashion Show Event
Saturday, June 17, 5:30 p.m. | Palmetto Youth Center
Spend the evening in style at Juneteenth fashion show hosted by Dr. Pamela Green.
Pasco County
- Juneteenth Celebration with Jahfari – Live at KRATE
Monday Jun 19, 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. | KRATE at the Grove
KRATE will be hosting their Juneteenth celebration with live music from the reggae band, Jahfari.
Pinellas County
- Juneteenth Living Culture Series
June 15- 18, 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. nightly
The city of Clearwater will be hosting a series of Juneteenth events, starting with a painting party on Thursday, June 15 at Artz 4 Life Academy, a movie night on Friday, June 16 at Buccaneer Field, a free business expo at the North Greenwood Recreation & Aquatic Complex on Saturday, June 17 and a Father’s Day celebration on Sunday, June 18 at Matheos Hall. - Juneteenth Celebration
Friday, June 16, 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. | John R. Lawrence Pioneer Park
The city of Dunedin celebrates and honors Juneteenth with live music and performances, craft vendors, food vendors and more. - Juneteenth Freedom Fest
Saturday, Jun 17, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. | Warehouse Arts District Association
The Warehouse Arts District Association, in collaboration with Saturday Shoppes will be hosting an afternoon of shopping, food and live entertainment. This event is also pet-friendly - 3rd Annual Celebrate Juneteenth!
Saturday, June 17, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. | Gulfport Casino
Gulfport Kiwanis and the city of Gulfport invite the community for a day of free raffles and prizes, vendors, food, photo booths and live entertainment.
Polk County
- Juneteenth Wave of Freedom: Parade & Music Festival
Saturday, Jun 17, 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. | Myers & Wiley Field
The community can enjoy a parade commemmorating Juneteenth, along with live performances. - Juneteenth Celebration Of Freedom
Saturday, Jun 17, 3 – 7 p.m. | Freedom Park
Join New Outlook in on the celebration of Juneteenth at Freedom Park with spoken word artists, performances from dance teams and live music by local artists. - Juneteenth Observance in Lakeland
Saturday, Jun 17 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Coleman-Bush Building
The JUNETEENTH Heritage & Cultural Preservation Associations will be holding their 31st annual Juneteeth Observance with a day of reflection and education.
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