The City of Culver City invites you to celebrate Juneteenth on Saturday, June 20, from noon to 3 pm at Veterans Memorial Park.
In partnership with local artists, businesses, and organizations, this free, family-friendly event will bring the community together for a day of reflection, education, and celebration.
The holiday’s name, first used in the 1890s, is a combination of June and nineteenth, referring to June 19, 1865, the day when the Union Army’s Major General Gordon Granger ordered the enforcement of the Emancipation Proclamation in Texas.
Juneteenth celebrations date back to 1866, and the federal government declared it a national holiday in 2021.
Enjoy a performance of the Black National Anthem, Live music, Activities for kids, Market vendors, Community resources, Delicious food available for purchase.
Join your friends and neighbors for a celebration of honor freedom, culture, and community.
