Events Celebrating Juneteenth in Minneapolis
Juneteenth commemorates June 19, 1865, when slaves in Galveston, Texas learned that they were free—two years after the Emancipation Proclamation of January 1, 1863. To celebrate this day, local community events are scheduled all around Minneapolis, making it a day to also honor Black culture in the United States. Check out the events happening throughout the city to celebrate Juneteenth.
Last Update: 6/8/26
June 13, 2026
Noon – 6pm
Bethune Park
Join the Minneapolis community at the Juneteenth Celebrating Freedom Day Event.
June 18, 2026
7pm
Orchestra Hall
The Minnesota Orchestra's annual Juneteenth concert is a powerful program that honors resilience, creativity and the vibrant legacy of Black artistry. Conductor Kedrick Armstrong leads an exhilarating program, including Samuel Coleridge-Taylor’s rhythmic The Bamboula, Nkeiru Okoye’s stirring Voices Shouting Out and Brittany Green’s soulful Testify! Plus, dynamic vocalist Melody Betts sings R&B and soul classics. The evening culminates with the electrifying Concerto for Hammond Organ by Brian Raphael Nabors, who takes the stage as soloist in this work that's a thrilling fusion of gospel, jazz and symphonic sound.
June 18, 2026
6:30-8:00pm
Crooners Supper Club
The production is a musical celebration that honors strength. Hope and the ongoing pursuit of freedom and equality it highlights the historic and present struggles for justice few music uplifting audiences with messages of resilience and liberation. The show features timeless works from influential artists whose songs have Long served as anthems for social change and perseverance. It also pays tribute to icons like Prince and D’Angelo as well as Angie Stone and Bob Marley recognize their impact on music culture and creative freedom in alignment with Juneteenth and African-American history month. The events reflects on progress made while acknowledging the continued journey towards true equality and inclusion.
June 19, 2026
Noon - 8pm
Various Locations
Join us for a celebration of Liberation at Soul of the Southside, a FREE event for all ages happening from noon to 8pm on June 19th - Juneteenth! The celebration takes place at Lake St. and Minnehaha Ave. in south Minneapolis. We create space at Arbeiter Brewing, Moon Palace Books, The Hook and Ladder Theater and the Coliseum Building!
Activities include: Live Music, Art Galleries, Wellness activities, Family Activities, Black-owned vending market, Storytelling, Drum circles, Food trucks, History zone, Interactive installations, Live podcasts, DJ performances, Dance performances, And much more
June 19, 2026
Noon - 6pm
Minnesota State Capitol
Live performances, music, food, kids pavilion, wealth-building pavilion, health & wellness resources and more!
June 19, 2026
10am - 4pm
Historic Fort Snelling
Celebrate Juneteenth with a specialty tour highlighting 19th century Black history at Historic Fort Snelling.
On this hour-long tour, we’ll dive into stories of individuals enslaved and indentured at the fort and how they fought for and found different paths to freedom. This includes Dred and Harriet Scott, whose extensive legal battle for freedom and the resulting Supreme Court decision had a profound impact still felt today. You’ll hear the story of Jim Thompson, one of the founders of St. Paul. You’ll also learn about the 25th Infantry and regimental band, a segregated Army unit that built strong and lasting ties with the Twin Cities community while they were stationed at Fort Snelling.
Tours start at 10:30 and will be offered throughout the day. The tour is included with site admission and you will be assigned the next available tour time when you arrive onsite. The standard summer program,including historic demonstrations & interpretive stations, will be available to all guests along with the tours.
June 19, 2026
2pm-3:30pm
Corner Coffee Northeast
Sip and savor unique wines and cheeses from Black-owned vineyards this Juneteenth—cheers to culture and flavor!
June 20, 2026
9am-11am
The Trailhead
Join us for the first-ever Juneteenth Fun Run! All are welcome to participate in the 5K or kids half mile run. Celebrating Juneteenth allows us to recognize history, and build for the future. Juneteenth celebrates freedom, and together we hope to claim a better tomorrow. In partnership with community and community organizations, the Loppet brings you the Annual Juneteenth Fun Run.
June 20, 2026
11am - 3pm
Midtown Global Market
Celebrate Juneteenth at Midtown Global Market. More details coming soon.
June 20, 2026
3pm-7pm
Capri Theater
Please join us at this Juneteenth celebration led by the Minneapolis Poet Laureate Junauda Petrus entitled Movement Werk. The day will include a dance party with DJ Dandara, poetry readings, community care, and visioning. Artists featured include Junauda Petrus, A.E. Wynter, and youth poets of Black, Bold, & Brilliant.
