Juneteenth Celebrations for 2024 Near Fayetteville, NC

Fayetteville, NC – As Juneteenth approaches, communities in and around Fayetteville are preparing to honor this significant day with a series of engaging and educational events. Juneteenth, commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans, will be celebrated with a variety of festivities that promise to be both informative and entertaining. Here’s a comprehensive list of local events that residents can look forward to:

June 15th Events

• Father’s Day Health & Wealth Fair
• ? 9am – 1pm
• ? Cliffdale Church, 6427 Cliffdale Rd, #FayettevilleNC
• ? Vendors, kid activities, speakers, and health screenings.
• Juneteenth Rock The Block 4
• ? 12pm – 5pm
• ? 1309 Washington Ave, #SanfordNC
• ? Enjoy music, dancing, vendors, and a cook-off.
• Juneteenth Jubilee
• ? 1pm – 9pm
• ? Festival Park, 335 Ray Ave, #FayettevilleNC
• ? Celebrate with live performances, food, and family-friendly activities.
• Juneteenth Liberty & Legacy Celebration
• ? 1pm – 10pm
• ? Dirtbag Ales, 5435 Corporation Dr, #HopeMillsNC
• ? Live music, food trucks, vendors, and live broadcast.

June 19th Events

• Juneteenth Freedom Day Cook-out
• ? 6pm – 9pm
• ? Robbin Heights Park, 599 E 7th Ave, #RaefordNC
• ? Honor ancestors and celebrate freedom with food, games, and activities.
• Community Juneteenth Celebration
• ? 5pm – 9pm
• ? Fuller Rec Center, 6627 Old Bunce Road, #FayettevilleNC
• ? Games, free food, African art, and live DJ.
• 400 Years: The Evolution of Black America
• ? 7:30pm
• ? Seabrook Auditorium, #FSU
• ? Dance, song, and spoken word to display Black American history.

June 22nd Events

• United in Rhythm
• ? 11am – 3pm
• ? Volta Space, 116 Person St, #FayettevilleNC
• ? Dance fitness party with raffles, networking, and vendors.
• Freedom Block Party
• ? 4pm – 9pm
• ? Maxwell St, #FayettevilleNC
• ? Live music, food trucks, and community partners.

June 23rd Event

• Heritage Brunch
• ? 11am – 2pm
• ? Carver’s Creek State Park
• ? Brunch with keynote speaker Senator Applewhite.

Residents are encouraged to participate in these events to honor Juneteenth, learn more about its historical significance, and enjoy the various activities planned. For those interested in adding their events to this list, please send your flyers to be included in future updates.

Kres Thomas, FayToday News

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