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Celebrating 160 Years Of Freedom

Denton Juneteenth Celebration

As we celebrate 160 years of freedom, Denton Juneteenth kicks off on Monday, June 16th, with a week of exciting events honoring history, culture, and community. Families can enjoy Story Time at the Library, while professionals and entrepreneurs connect at the Mixer & Financial Workshop at NCTC. Art lovers will appreciate the Art Exhibition, showcasing creativity and culture. As the weekend approaches, don’t miss the concerts featuring live music, vendors, sports, and entertainment for the whole family. Saturday brings even more excitement with the Juneteenth Parade, followed by the Heroes Reception, where we will honor outstanding non profit local figures. Join us in a week of learning, entertainment, and unity as we commemorate this historic milestone in Denton!

Monday June 16 – Saturday June 21

Full Week Schedule

Tap the arrow to explore each day’s events

Monday, June 16

11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. – Storytime with DeCee Cornish
Location: Emily Fowler Library
502 Oakland St., Denton, TX 76201

Tuesday, June 17

4:00 – 6:00 p.m. – Art Exhibit Set-Up
Location: Greater Denton Arts Council (GDAC)
400 E. Hickory St., Denton, TX 76201

7:00 p.m. – Financial Workshop
Location: Martin L. King, Jr. Rec. Center
1300 Wilson St., Denton, TX 76205

Wednesday, June 18

Featured Artists: Tyra Goodley & Jedaiah Love Vann
Music by: Fingerprints
Location: Greater Denton Arts Council
400 E. Hickory St., Denton, TX 76201

Evening Schedule

8:25 p.m. – Closing Remarks

7:00 – 7:20 p.m. – Mix & Mingle with Fingerprints

7:20 – 7:50 p.m. – Greetings & Artist Speak

7:50 – 8:20 p.m. – Mix & Mingle

Thursday, June 19

11:00 a.m. – Flag Football Tournament/Game
Location: Fred Moore Sports Complex
(Sponsored by Harold Jackson)

6:30 p.m. – Preshow Performance
Lady Cass and the Fellas

7:00 p.m. – Poetry Slam
Featuring Black Ceasar
Location: Greater Denton Arts Council
400 E. Hickory St., Denton, TX 76201

Friday, June 20

Location: Fred Moore Park
501 S. Bradshaw St., Denton, TX 76205

Gospel Concert Schedule

8:50 – 9:20 p.m. – Princeton

6:45 p.m. – House Band

7:00 p.m. – Greetings, Scripture, Prayer

7:10 – 7:25 p.m. – Tamara Murphy

7:30 – 8:00 p.m. – James Henderson

8:10 – 8:40 p.m. – LaTonja Blair

Saturday, June 21

Morning Activities

9:30 a.m. – Parade Begins
See route on last page
10:00 a.m. – Vendor Booths Open
Fred Moore Park
10:00 a.m. – Softball Tournament
Fred Moore Sports Complex
(Sponsored by City of Denton Athletics)

Workshops & Receptions

11:00 a.m. – Healing Workshop with Raven Thissel
American Legion Hall Senior Center
626 Lakey St, Denton, TX 76205
12:30 p.m. – 10th Annual Denton Home Heroes Reception
American Legion Hall Senior Center
626 Lakey St, Denton, TX 76205

Afternoon Activities

12:00 p.m. – Children’s Activities Open
Bounce Houses, Face Painting, Games, Art, and more – Fred Moore Park
1:00 p.m.
- Line Dancing with Xtreme Hip Hop Master Teacher Sharday Collins
- St. Emmanuel Dance Team Performance
1:30 p.m. – Son of Yahweh Performance
1:40 p.m. – Deezy Performance
1:50 p.m. – iPromise Dance Team
2:00 p.m. – Youth Talent Show
4:00 p.m. – DJ Contest– Hosted by DJ Spinn Mo