With the Juneteenth holiday approaching on June 19, a variety of events to celebrate the occasion will be held around Round Rock and the surrounding area. Check out these five events happening:

Round Rock Juneteenth Festival

The Round Rock Parks and Recreation Department, The Voice Inc., and the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Omicron Nu Nu Chapter will host the city’s 19th annual Juneteenth Festival. The event will feature a concert, food vendors and family activities. The first day of the festival will include a barbecue cookoff and music by Keith Frank and Dat Boy Play. The second day of the event will feature performances by Melanie Fiona, Kid Capri, Sean Ardoin and Dat Boy Play.Central Texas Juneteenth Festival

This year’s Juneteenth festival will feature food and vendors directly following the annual parade. The music lineup includes performances by Young Guy, Jason Greensocks and J Soulja. The city of Austin will hand out reusable water bottles as well as information on reducing waste.Juneteenth Celebration: Rock the Block

The Peterson Brothers will perform in downtown Pflugerville to celebrate Juneteenth. Food vendors will be available and families are invited to bring lawn chairs and blankets for a night of entertainment.Travis County’s 36th Annual Juneteenth Celebration


Travis County will host its annual Juneteenth celebration, with this year’s theme “Still We Rise. Celebrating the Journey with Power and Purpose.” Food vendors, informational booths, music and games will be on hand.Juneteenth 4th Annual Freedom March and Festival

The Juneteenth festival will feature live music, line dancing, horse rides and a variety of food vendors. The event will pay homage to figures such as Stagecoach Mary, Adam Orgain, Bill Picket and Bass Reeves.