Here are some events happening around Hampton Roads to celebrate Juneteenth on Wednesday:
Norfolk
- Juneteenth in the Park Celebration - June 15 - Noon to 6:30 p.m. - Town Point Park
- Last year's event featured on-site job interviews, health, financial wellness, and career education, as well as complimentary lunch, music, presentation, and prizes.
- Juneteenth Community Celebration - June 15 - 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. - Ingleside Field, 948 Ingleside Rd.
- The event features Cultural exhibits, presentations, screenings, education, live entertainment, vendors, and family photos.
- Juneteenth Funfair Extravaganza - June 15 - 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. - Norfolk Public Library Jordan-Newby Anchor Branch at Broad Creek, 1425 Norchester Ave.
- The event features live band music, speeches, bounce houses, video games, giveaways, and more.
- Juneteenth Freedom Festival @ Slover - June 17 - 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. - 235 East Plume Street
- The event features vendors, food, dance and movement classes, face painting, a drum circle, cross-stitching presentations, music trivia, and performances by musical acts and spoken word artists.
Virginia Beach
- Juneteenth at the Beach - June 15, 16, and 19 - starts at 11 a.m. Saturday - 24th St, Stage & Park, 2400 Atlantic Ave.
- A three-day celebration of African American Culture centered around music, fashion, art, food, education, and history.
Newport News
- Juneteenth Freedom Festival - June 22 - 4.p.m to 8 p.m., 50 26th Street
- This event features musical entertainment, food and craft vendors, informational exhibits, and children's activities.
Hampton
- Juneteenth Freedom Fest Celebration - June 16 - Noon to 7 p.m. - Mill Point Park, 100 Eaton Street
- This event features cultural arts, health screenings, community resources, kids' activities, vendors, and more.
Portsmouth
- Juneteenth Freedom Day - June 15 - 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. - Festival Park
- The event features live music from national artists and local bands, soulful food trucks black-owned artisan vendors, and historical presentations.