Here is a list of upcoming Juneteenth events in Contra Costa County and a little further out. Events begin Friday and continue through Monday.
Cities include:
- City of Antioch
- City of Livermore
- City of Oakley
- City of Pleasant Hill
- City of Richmond
- City of Suisun City
- City of Vallejo
Meanwhile, the East Bay Regional Park District is celebrating Juneteenth with a Free Park Day on Sunday, June 18, 2023, in recognition of the date when enslaved Black Americans in Texas were notified of their freedom, albeit 2.5 years after the Emancipation Proclamation was issued — see story & more info.
June 17-19: East County Juneteenth
The community is invited to attend the Let Freedom Ring Juneteenth Celebration event from June 17-19 at the Contra Costa Event Park in Antioch.
This event will be held at the Contra Costa County Event Park formerly the Fairgrounds in Antioch, CA. Open to the public and will include live entertainment, food and beverage vendors, craft & commercial vendors.
- Saturday, June 17 from 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm: the focus is Health & Wellness with special guest host Cuzin Kevin Brown featuring Mental Health sponsored by NAMI, performances by Vega Stars Elite, AUSD Young Queens, and so much more Headline performance by Venus Fulani live from Ghana.
- Sunday, June 18 from 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm: Celebration of Fathers and the Culture with special guest host Steven Parker featuring a Gospel Showcase with Alfreda Lyons-Campbell, Lawrence Mattews, Sr and so many more, then Headline performance by Foreverland
- Monday, June 19 – from 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm: Celebration of Freedom with special guest host Cuzin Kevin Brown featuring performances by Dangerate, Angelo Luster and so much more. Headline performance by Project 4 Band
June 17-18: City of Antioch
On Sunday, June 18, 2023, bring your family and friends to join the City of Antioch Recreation Department in celebrating Juneteenth, happening at Williamson Ranch Park from 12:00pm-5:00pm. Come and enjoy rides and games, live entertainment, free food and drinks while supplies last, and much more!
Date: Saturday June 17th
Time: 11:30am to 4:30pm
Location: Grace Bible Fellowship of Antioch
Website: JUNETEENTH | GraceArms (gracearmsofantioch.org)
Grace Arms of Antioch will be hosting a public event in celebration of Juneteenth from 11:30am to 4:30pm at Grace Bible Fellowship of Antioch, 3415 Oakley Road, Antioch, CA 94509. Enjoy live entertainment, kids zones, food and more!
Date: June 18th, 2023
Time: 12:00pm to 5:00pm
Location: Williamson Ranch Park
Making Moves and The City of Antioch invites everyone to Williamson Ranch Park for Juneteenth: A Freedom Celebration. This event will include live entertainment, food, games and more. Come and join us in celebrating the day of freedom for African Americans.
For more information: Click Here
June 17-18: Juneteenth Celebration at the Suisun City Waterfront
Welcome to the 2nd Annual Juneteenth Celebration at Suisun City Waterfront, Suisun City, CA! We are excited to invite you and your family to join us in commemorating Juneteenth, a significant milestone in American history and a source of national pride.
- June 17 – 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
- June 18 – 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
This family event will feature a range of exciting activities including live music performances, delicious food vendors, local artisans, shopping, and engaging family-friendly activities. You won’t want to miss out on this memorable celebration of American history and community.
To stay informed about the full list of speakers, music and entertainment lineup, and other important updates, we encourage you to sign up for the event. By signing up, you will receive all the latest information on what’s happening at the Juneteenth Celebration, ensuring that you won’t miss a beat.
We welcome everyone to attend and participate in this important and meaningful event. So bring your family, friends, and colleagues, and join us for a day of cultural enrichment, community building, and celebration. Sign up today and get ready to experience the 2nd Annual Juneteenth Celebration at Suisun City Waterfront.
June 17: Oakley Juneteenth
The City of Oakley has announced it will host a Juneteenth Celebration on June 17 from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm.
Craft vendors, food vendors, and stage performance applications are now being accepted for the City of Oakley upcoming Juneteenth Celebration event!
The City of Oakley is planning a Juneteenth Celebration in Civic Center Plaza on Saturday, June 17th from 10AM to 1PM. Join in the music, food, and community events that make Juneteenth a day of joy and unity. Let’s come together to highlight and uplift Black voices within our community!
If you are interested in submitting an application to get involved, please click the link in our bio. If you have any questions, please contact Alicia at [email protected] or visit the City of Oakley.
For a list of upcoming events in Contra Costa County, visit our events calendar.
June 17: Juneteenth in Richmond
Juneteenth is scheduled for Saturday, June 17,2023 at Nichol Park. A parade will begin at the Booker T Anderson Center lot at 10AM, followed by a festival at 11AM. More details forthcoming.
Help plan this year’s Juneteenth!
The Juneteenth Committee meets every other Wednesday at 5:00 pm For more info on how to join the planning, email Michelle Miliam, Crime Prevention Manager for Richmond Police Department.
June 17: Livermore Valley Juneteenth Celebration
Juneteenth Celebration in Partnership with Tri-Valley for Black Lives
- Saturday, June 17
- 10AM – 4PM
- Bankhead Plaza
Juneteenth commemorates the liberation of the enslaved peoples in Texas, two years after the Emancipation Proclamation abolished slavery in the Confederate States in 1863. We will observe the date with a local celebration, including music, art, drumming, singing, dancing, and musical performances.
Tickets & more info: Click Here
June 17: Vallejo Juneteenth
Saturday, June 17, 2023 @ 11am to 5 pm
OUR EVENT HAS MOVED TO BARBARA KONDYLIS WATERFRONT GREEN (301 Mare Island Way, Vallejo)
Parade begins at 9 a.m. at Broadway and Tennessee Street
The parade begins at 9 a.m. at Broadway and Tennessee, turns left on Sonoma Boulevard and right on Virginia Street where participants will be viewed by dignitaries in the grandstand in front of the Empress Theatre and introduced by the parade announcer, Mr. Cortez Quinn, then continue on to the end of the route at Sacramento Street. Some participants will perform for the dignitaries when they reach the grandstand. The parade route is approximately 1 mile.
After the parade, everyone is invited to head to the waterfront for the Juneteenth Festival which starts at 11 a.m.
Juneteenth Festival & Parade
- Saturday, June 17
- Parade @ 9 am – 10:30 am
- Broadway and Tennessee Street
- Festival 11 am – 5 pm
- Barbara Kondylis Waterfront Green, 300 Mare Island Way
- Everyone is welcome!
June 18: City of Pleasant Hill
Music, Food, and Fun Set for Pleasant Hill’s Juneteenth Celebration. The community is invited to come to City Hall on June 18, 2023, for an afternoon of fun as Pleasant Hill celebrates Juneteenth.
- Music by the West African Highlife Band
- A performance for the kids by Unique Derique
- A visit from Princess Tiana of ‘The Princess and the Frog’
- Sweet Mother Food Truck & The Guzzler Bar Truck
- Art Display
June 25: City of Concord
Join us in celebrating Juneteenth, “Honoring the Past, Inspiring the Future” on Sunday, June 25th, from 1:00 to 4:00 PM at Todos Santos Plaza in Concord, CA.
This vibrant event will be filled with music, dance, and engaging activities for all ages, as we come together to honor the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage through captivating speakers, performances, delicious food, and insightful discussions on the significance of Juneteenth. Let’s unite as a community to commemorate this important day and foster a future built on justice and unity. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a memorable Juneteenth celebration!
Recommended you bring: a blanket or lawn chair, sun hat, comfortable shoes, water bottle.
For more info, vendor spaces, or sponsorships contact: [email protected]
Have an upcoming event?
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Anyone within Contra Costa County may submit their event for our calendar. Upon submission, it will be reviewed for approval—remember to include the following; date, time, location, contact information and any links. A nice description also is appreciated. Rules are simply, all that is asked is that submitted events are community based and not a sales pitch or business promotion. For questions or concerns, contact us or email [email protected]
