Houston Juneteenth
As the city prepares to commemorate the historical significance of Houston Juneteenth 2024, the community is also brewing a series of celebrations, parades, and concerts for everyone to enjoy!
From vibrant all-day celebratory events at Avenida Houston to concerts like Miller’s A Musical Journey Through the Eras Juneteenth event, immerse yourself in the spirit of freedom and join the citywide festivities.
Best Houston Juneteenth Events – Categorized by Activity
Family-friendly Houston Juneteenth Events
Musical and Social Houston Juneteenth Events
Quick Hit Summary of Houston Juneteenth Events You Can’t Miss!
Whenever Houston Juneteenth rolls around, the city pulls out all the stops to celebrate. Whether you’re celebrating it with friends or family, you’re sure to find a fun event to remember.
For a day of fun with friends, join the Juneteenth Bar Crawl. During the event, you’ll get to go around some of the best 3rd Ward hotspots and have a blast with friends or friends to be. I’ve met some great people and formed lasting friendships visiting the area’s bars. If you’re looking to do some shopping, head on over to the BLCK Market’s Annual Juneteenth Market. It’ll be brimming with Black-owned small businesses with tons of interesting goods to offer. Make sure you have plenty of room in your vehicle for all of your finds. I’ve been known to fill up my trunk with purchases at the market.
For families, there will be tons of fun activities to enjoy over at Emancipation Park. There will be a Freedom Walk/ Run to be followed by various performances and concerts. There will also be tons of food vendors to ensure you’re always filled with good food throughout the day. I recommend bring your appetite. The food is great! Don’t worry about packing on extra calories, you can dance them off listening to the musicians.
Check out our list of Houston Juneteenth Events 2024 and together, pay tribute to this remarkable occasion through these wonderful activities.
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Family-friendly Houston Juneteenth Events
Juneteenth at Emancipation Park
Image credit: Emancipation Park Conservancy
This Houston Juneteenth event is not one to miss! The fun will start off with the 2nd Annual Freedom Walk/ Run from 7 am to 11 am followed by festivities and concerts starting at 4 pm. Also, expect plenty of good food and tons of great vibes.
When: Saturday, June 15, 2024, 4 pm – 9 pm
Where: Emancipation Park, 3018 Emancipation Ave, Houston, TX 77004
How Much: Free
Juneteenth Celebration at The Heritage Society
The Heritage Society will be holding its own Juneteenth celebration featuring a performance from The National Convention of Gospel Choirs and Choruses Houston, Juneteenth Freedmen’s Town Bike Riders, a teacake reception, talks from special guest speakers, and more.
When: Saturday, June 15, 2024, 9:30 am – 12 pm
Where: The Heritage Society, 1100 Bagby St, Houston, TX 77002
How Much: Free
City of Beaumont’s Juneteenth Celebration in Downtown Beaumont
If you’re ever in Downtown Beaumont, don’t miss their Juneteenth Celebration. The day will feature live entertainment, cultural performances, and community engagement.
When: Saturday, June 15, 2024, 9:30 am – 12 pm
Where: Main Library Outdoor Plaza – Downtown Beaumont, 240 Forsythe St, Beaumont, TX 77701
How Much: Free
Juneteenth Freedom Fest
Image credit: Children’s Museum Houston
For Houston Juneteenth events for the kids, don’t miss the celebrations at the Children’s Museum of Houston. There will be a community mural, the Juneteenth Champions art exhibition, a storytime, and more.
When: Sunday, June 16, 2024, 9 am – 5 pm
Where: Children’s Museum of Houston, 1500 Binz St, Houston, TX 77004
How Much: $19.95
Juneteenth at Star Sailor
Food, drinks, and community fun will be available over at Star Sailor for Juneteenth. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Buffalo Soldiers National Museum.
When: Wednesday, June 19, 2024, 12 pm – 10 pm
Where: Avenida Houston, 1001 Avenida De Las Americas, Houston, TX 77010
How Much: Free
Juneteenth Elevated Kickback Experience at Freedmen’s Town Visitor Center
Explore colorful cultures with food from the African diaspora, captivating dance performances, a live DJ, and art from the renowned “This Way” exhibition.
When: Wednesday, June 19, 2024, 4 pm – 8 pm
Where: Freedmen’s Town Visitor Center, 1300 Victor St, Houston, TX 77019
How Much: Free
Juneteenth Celebration at Third Ward Financial Center
Commemorate Juneteenth with a celebration filled with a crawfish boil, sweet treats, and live music at Third Ward Financial Center.
When: Friday, June 21, 2024, 2 pm – 4 pm
Where: Frost Bank Third Ward Financial Center, 3432 Scott St, Houston, TX 77004
How Much: Free
Juneteenth Culture Fest
Image credit: Avenida Houston
The Plaza will come to life with a day-long series of events commemorating Juneteenth. Expect food trucks, 100 BLCK Market vendors, live music, a fireworks show, and more. There will also be activities over at Discovery Green Park.
When: Sunday, June 16, 2024, 4 pm – 9 pm
Where: Avenida Houston, 1001 Avenida De Las Americas, Houston, TX 77010
How Much: Free
A Juneteenth Celebration at Bayou Bend
Head over to Bayou Bend with the whole family for the Juneteenth celebration! The day will be filled with performances, an art-making workshop, and more with a focus on Black history.
When: Saturday, June 22, 2024, 10 am – 3 pm
Where: Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens, Museum of Fine Arts Houston, 6003 Memorial Dr, Houston, TX 77007
How Much: Free
Juneteenth Celebration at Five Points Park
Join the La Porte community for a weekend full of fun for Juneteenth at Five Points Park. Activities include live music, food trucks, vendors, a kid’s zone, and many more.
When: Saturday, June 22, 2024, 3 pm – 9 pm
Where: Five Points Park, 100 S Broadway St, La Porte, TX 77571
How Much: Free
Musical and Social Houston Juneteenth Events
Juneteenth: A Musical Journey Through Eras
When: Friday – Saturday, June 14 – 15, 2024, 8 pm
Where: Miller Outdoor Theatre, 6000 Hermann Park Dr, Houston, TX 77030
How Much: Free
Juneteenth Black Bar Crawl
Image credit: Letsdothishouston
In celebration of Juneteenth, enjoy a slow cruise brunch ride with LetsDoThisHouston and stop by 3rd Ward hotspots Bar 5015, The Savoy, and La Burgers and Daiquiries.
When: Saturday, June 15, 2024, 10:30 am – 2:30 pm
Where: 3rd Ward Tours, 3409 Emancipation Ave, Houston, TX 77004
How Much: $9 – $37
Juneteenth Weekend Celebration at Bicentennial Park
Come together in Baytown for a free concert celebration of Juneteenth. Catch artists like B Nycole, Mya, Kam Franklin of the Suffers, and more. The concert will also be capped off with a spectacular fireworks show.
When: Saturday, June 15, 2024, 5 pm – 11:30 pm
Where: Bicentennial Park, 1001 Market St, Baytown, TX 77520
How Much: Free
BLCK Market’s 5th Annual Juneteenth Celebration
BLCK Market’s Annual Juneteenth Celebration is returning to Downtown and will be filled to the brim with Black-owned small businesses. Head on over here and support local businesses while celebrating.
When: Sunday, June 16, 2024, 12 pm – 5 pm
Where: GreenStreet, 1201 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77002
How Much: Limited free admission | $8 after that
Juneteenth Weekend: Willie Clayton in Concert
Chicago blues and soul-blues singer-songwriter Willie Clayton will be taking over the stage at Warehouse Live near the end of the month for a Juneteeth weekend celebration. Grab your tickets early!
When: Saturday, June 22, 2024, 2:30 pm
Where: Warehouse Live, 2600 Travis St, Houston, TX 77006
How Much: Starts at $50
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