FLAGSTAFF — Come celebrate Juneteenth with a variety of events in Flagstaff.
The Juneteenth celebration commemorates the day Texas slaves learned of the Emancipation Proclamation, granting them freedom. Juneteenth today, celebrates African American freedom and achievement, while encouraging continuous self-development and respect for all cultures.
Events begin with the 2nd Annual Southside Community Association’s “Lived Black Experience Project” Juneteenth Community Awards at 5 p.m. Friday, June 16, 2023 at the Doubletree by Hilton, 1175 W. Route 66, Flagstaff. Ticket sales have ended.
The annual Celebrate Juneteenth event with music performances, food, games and vendors will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 17 at the Flagstaff Murdoch Center, 203 E. Brannen Ave., Flagstaff.
The FREE Juneteenth Gospel Concert, showcasing local gospel gifts across the city, will be held at 5 p.m. Sunday, June 18 at Christ’s Church of Flagstaff, 3474 Soliere Ave., Flagstaff. Special guest — Freedom Impact Center, Phoenix.
Hosted by the Coconino County African Diaspora Advisory Council, APS, Findlay, the Flagstaff Lived Black Experience Project, Northern Arizona University and the Southside Community Association (SCA).
