Juneteenth
June 19

Date: Saturday, June 7
Time: 12-6 pm
Location: 30 Civic Center Drive SE, Rochester, MN 55904

Come join BOB Rewards Club at the Mayo Civic Center for a day filled with celebration, education, and community. This event is a unique opportunity to honor and commemorate the end of slavery in the United States. Immerse yourself in live music, dance performances, art exhibits, and delicious food.

Learn about the history of Juneteenth through interactive exhibits and engaging presentations. Connect with local vendors showcasing their crafts and products. Join us in celebrating freedom, unity, and progress.

Mark your calendars and invite your friends and family to The Juneteenth Experience at the Mayo Civic Center - a day you won't want to miss!

*Lend a hand as an event volunteer!

Date: Friday-Sunday, June 13-15
Time: Various times
Location: Various locations

Northside Juneteenth Celebration is a series of community events the weekend leading up to Juneteenth on the Northside of Minneapolis. They invite you to join them in commemorating the end of slavery in the United States and celebrating freedom, community, and culture. This is a great opportunity for you to connect with the community and be part of something meaningful.

Date: Saturday, June 14
Time: 7:30 am
Location: Theodore Wirth Regional Park, 1301 Theodore Wirth Pkwy, Golden Valley, MN 55422

Join Loppet Foundation for the annual Juneteenth Fun Run! All are welcome to participate in the 5K or half-mile run.

Interested in becoming a volunteer at this event? Sign up here.

Date: Saturday, June 14
Time: 10 am - 3 pm
Location: Midtown Global Market, 920 E Lake St, Minneapolis, MN 55407

Midtown Global Market will host a Juneteenth celebration on Saturday, June 14, from 10 am - 3 pm. Ramp and street parking are available. Ramp parking is located off of Lake Street and 10th Ave.

Date: Saturday June 14
Time: 11 am – 3 pm
Location: Ojibway Park, 2695 Ojibway Dr, Woodbury, MN 55125

Join Woodbury for Justice and Equality in Honoring the Resilience of our Black, Brown, and Indigenous neighbors as we commemorate the end of slavery in the US. Featuring live performance from Afrocontigbo-Afro dance and live performance from Irreducable Grace Foundation- Drumming and Poetry.

Like last year, W4J&E will be sponsoring this event including a DJ, live performers, free food, and lots of community connections. Their grill masters are returning with their famous BBQ chicken, too.  All are welcome to this family-friendly event, and come hungry!

Date: Saturday, June 14
Time: Noon – 6 pm
Location: Bethune Park – 1304 N. 10th Ave. Mpls, MN 55411.

Come out and be a part of the biggest family reunion with food, music, entertainment carnival rides, and a beautiful community vibe.

Date: Sunday, June 15 - Thursday, June 19
Time: Varies
Location: Various locations

Join the City of St. Louis Park Community Ed and Parks & Recreation for a series of Juneteenth events to celebrate freedom, resilience and cultural heritage.

These events are free, but advance registration is required for some events.

Date: Thursday, June 19
Time: 12 - 6 pm
Location: West Broadway Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55411

Come join BOB Rewards Clubin Minneapolis for a day filled with celebration, education, and community. This in-person event will feature live music, delicious food, and engaging activities for all ages.

Learn about the history of Juneteenth and its significance while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of our event. Connect with local vendors, artists, and organizations to support the Black community and celebrate freedom.

Mark your calendars for Juneteenth Minnesota 2025 and get ready to experience a day full of joy, unity, and empowerment.

*Lend a hand as an event volunteer!

Date: Thursday, June 19
Time: 12 – 5 pm
Location: 315 North Fisk St., St. Paul, MN 55104

This year’s theme is “The Journey of Four Families.” In partnership with In Black Ink, they will reveal new exhibit panels on the Rondo Commemorative Plaza that tell the history and geneaological stories of five Rondo families. More details to come.

Their planned program, including speeches from public officials and the announcement of the recipients of the Spirit of Rondo awards will last from 2-3:30 pm. Featured food vendors,  exhibitors, and information tables will be found along Fisk Street.

Date: Sunday, June 22
Time: 3 – 7 pm
Location: Viking Lakes, 815 Vikings Pkwy, Eagan, MN

Join the community at Viking Lakes on June 22nd for Eagan’s Juneteenth Celebration, a vibrant event honoring Black history, culture, and freedom! Enjoy live music, cultural performances, delicious food, local Black-owned businesses, family-friendly activities, and more. Don’t miss this opportunity to come together for an inspiring day of education, entertainment, and community.

Date: Thursday, June 19
Time: 5-9 pm
Location: Town Green, 7991 Main St. N, Maple Grove, 55369

The annual Juneteenth Celebration will have a vendor fair, food trucks, kids’ activities, and entertainment on the stage.

Dates: Thursday, June 19
Time: 7 pm
Location: Orchestra Hall, 1111 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55403

Juneteenth commemorates when the enslaved men, women and children of Galveston, Texas, became freed—more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was issued. At Orchestra Hall this Juneteenth, hear stirring pieces written and performed by Black artists alongside the Minnesota Orchestra. 

Guests are also invited to explore a vibrant curated vendor space in the lobby, featuring ten African American-owned businesses. Support local Black entrepreneurs and experience the powerful intersection of music, culture and community. 

Date: Wednesday, June 19
Time: 12-8 pm
Location: Corner of E. Lake Street and Minnehaha Ave. in South Minneapolis

The Soul of the Southside ignites the spirit of Juneteenth and Black Liberation by centering the richness of Black culture. Through a powerful fusion of history, art, music, food, and education, our festival is a transformative platform that unites, empowers, and inspires.

We honor the brilliance of Black creatives, businesses, and community organizations, showcasing the profound contributions of Black Americans. By using creativity as a force for liberation, we build connections, foster learning, and leave a legacy of cultural pride and unity for generations to come.

They’re looking for event volunteers too. Sign up here.

Date: Saturday, June 21
Time: 1 – 5 pm
Location: North Hennepin Community College, 7411 85th Ave N, Brooklyn Park, MN 55445

Attend the Brooklyn Park’s 4th annual Juneteenth celebration, celebrating the struggles and triumphs of African Americans throughout history and celebrating their contributions to the community. This year’s theme is Planting the Seeds of Freedom.

There will be a variety of activities including a parade walk, family activities (e.g., arts and crafts, bounce houses), live music performances, resource fair, food trucks, and static display vehicles.