Several events are planned in the Greater Houston area to observe Juneteenth. This list is not comprehensive, and information is subject to change.

Celebration of Freedom: Juneteenth Culture Fest

Houstonians can attend the Juneteenth celebration at Miller Outdoor Theatre and Avenida Houston at Discovery Green Park. The event will feature live music, art, food and more than 100 local vendors.
  • June 13-15, 4-9 p.m.
  • Free (admission)
  • Miller Outdoor Theatre, 6000 Hermann Park Drive, Houston
  • Avenida Houston Pavilion, 1500 McKinney St., Houston
  • www.avenidahouston.com
Musical Tribute to Sheila Jackson Lee

Guests can honor the late congresswoman Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee at Emancipation Park. Music will be performed by the Community Choir, Yolanda Adams and more.‘History and Significance of Juneteenth’ program

Learn about Juneteenth’s origins through a presentation by historically Black college and university Prairie View A&M scholars, examining its cultural impact.Juneteenth: Freedom Flyers Craft


Celebrate Juneteenth by crafting windsocks that symbolize freedom and shared history. All supplies are provided.Juneteenth 160 Fest: Building What We Started

Houston Freedmen’s Town Conservancy will celebrate 160 years since Freedmen’s Town was established during Juneteenth. The event includes yoga, education workshops, food, games, art exhibits, live music and a fireside chat with Dr. Marc Lamont Hill.Juneteenth Fish Fry

Children’s Books on Wheels is holding a fish fry to celebrate Emancipation Day in Texas. The event includes free books for kids and a viewing of historic photos.Juneteenth en Blanc

The Community Artists’ Collective is inviting guests to attend this Juneteenth celebration featuring food, art, photo opportunities and more.The Essence of Summer


Guests can celebrate Juneteenth at the Rado Market with wines from Black-owned vineyards and pairings curated by a sommelier.Juneteenth Family Fun Day

Families can gather at Emancipation Park this Juneteenth to celebrate with activities, food trucks, vendors, live music and more.Juneteenth Trivia

Participants can test their knowledge with this Juneteenth and Civil Rights Movement-geared trivia night.