Metro Atlanta Events, Celebrations and More – PeachtreeTV

ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) – Juneteenth isn’t just any other day: It’s Juneteenth!

The Emancipation Proclamation, which freed slaves in the United States, took effect in 1863. But in territories controlled by the Confederacy, freedom did not come until much later, according to the National Museum of African-American history and culture.

On June 19, 1865, about two months after the end of the Civil War, Union troops arrived in Texas and announced that more than 250,000 people were now free. This day is now known as Juneteenth, established as a federal holiday in 2021.

Here are some Juneteenth celebrations in Atlanta, from those on Juneteenth to those on the following days.

Jubilee: a celebration of the seventeenth anniversary

What: Immersive performances, crafts, music history lessons and more hosted by the National Center for Civil and Human Rights

Or: National Center for Civil and Human Rights | 100 Ivan Allen Jr. Boulevard, Atlanta, GA 30313

When: On June 19, several events and times from 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Price: Events come with a ticket purchase

Click here to find out more.

Free June 17 Festival

What: Food trucks, art vendors, family activities and DJ hosted by the ATL Committee

Or: Adair Park | 866 Murphy St. SW, Atlanta, GA 30310

When: June 19, 1 p.m.-8 p.m.

Price: Free!

Click here to find out more.

Celebration of the inclusion of the seventeenth month of June

What: Parade, “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” screening, vendor fair, live music, kids zone and more hosted by the City of College Park

Or: College Park City Auditorium | 3631 Main Street, College Park, GA 30337

When: June 19, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Price: Free!

Click here to find out more.

Juneteenth Celebration at Lee Street Park!

What: Performances by Jonesboro High School’s Majestic Marching Cardinals, Kaspar & the 911 Band and DJ Maurice, along with food trucks and retail vendors. Hosted by the City of Jonesboro and others.

Or: Lee Street Park and Amphitheater | 155 Lee St., Jonesboro, Georgia 30236

When: June 19, 5 p.m.-9 p.m.

Price: Free!

Click here to find out more.

Seventeenth Anniversary Celebration in Sandy Springs

What: Performing arts production, digital art gallery, educational activities, food vendors and more hosted by the City of Sandy Springs and others.

Or: City Green, Bryers Hall and Byers Theater | 1 Galambos Lane, Sandy Springs, GA 30328;

When: June 19, 5 p.m.-8 p.m.

Price: Free!

Click here to find out more.

Town of Stockbridge Juneteenth Celebration

What: Food trucks, cultural vendors, live music, dance, art and more hosted by the City of Stockbridge

Or: Stockbridge Amphitheater | 4650 N Henry Blvd., Stockbridge, Georgia 30281

When: June 19, 5 p.m.-9 p.m.

Price: Free!

Click here to find out more.

Juneteenth celebration

What: Food, children’s games, African dancers and drummers, political education, free clothing and more, hosted by Project South and Hunger Coalition of Atlanta.

Or: South Project | 9 Gammon St. SE, Atlanta, GA 30315

When: June 22, 12 p.m.-4 p.m.

Price: Free!

Click here to find out more.

Juneteenth Atlanta 5K Freedom Run

What: 5K Walk/Run hosted by Juneteenth Atlanta

Or: Piedmont Park | 400 Park Dr., Atlanta, Georgia 30306

When: June 23, 9 a.m.

Price: $65 to register

Click here to find out more.

Atlanta Juneteenth Parade and Music Festival

What: Parade, vendors, musical performances, car shows, contests and more hosted by Juneteenth Atlanta

Or: Piedmont Park, 400 Park Dr., Atlanta, GA 30306 | Parade route HERE

When: June 21, noon – 10 p.m.; June 22, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.; June 23, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Price: Free!

The parade will be broadcast live on PeachtreeTV on June 22 at noon. Click here to learn more about the festival and its multiple events.

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