Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day, is an annual opportunity to celebrate the emancipation of enslaved African Americans and understanding its impact, while also honoring the history of the African American people and celebrating their spirit, resilience, and culture.

With a wide array of fun events including food, fun, live music, games, speakers, education, voting registration opportunities, and more, don’t miss the chance to join in one of these exciting Juneteenth celebrations across Puget Sound!

Saturday, June 14

NAACP Snohomish County Juneteenth Community Celebration

Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: Martha Lake County Park
16300 E. Shore Dr.
Lynnwood, WA 98087
Cost: FREE
More Info: https://naacp-snoco.org/

Come celebrate freedom, community, and culture at this annual Juneteenth Celebration that is a free, family-friendly event packed with live music and games, a barbecue lunch (free for all), line dancing and card tournaments, a sweet potato pie contest, guest speakers, and more!

REVIVAL Juneteenth Market Pop-Up

Time: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: Midtown Square Plaza
2301 E Union St.
Seattle, WA 98122, USA
Cost: FREE
More Info: https://www.artenoir.org/event-details/revival-juneteenth-celebration

Join the fun and friends from the Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle's EcoDistrict for a REVIVAL Juneteenth celebration pop-up, with music from KEXP DJs, performances from The Residency, Black retailers, food vendors, and community organizations. FREE and open to the public!

Juneteenth Community Celebration

Time: 11 AM – 5:30 PM
Location: Crossroads Park, Bellevue
999 164th Ave NE
Bellevue, WA 98008
Cost: FREE
More Info: https://www.etonschool.org/thelittleschool-juneteenth-community-celebration

Eton School and The Little School are honored to host the third annual Juneteenth Community Celebration designed to center, celebrate, and support Black voices and businesses. The event will feature live entertainment and music, food trucks with a blend of soul food flavors, and vendor booths!

Eastside for All Juneteenth Celebration at Juanita Beach Park

Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: Juanita High School
10601 NE 132nd Street
Kirkland, WA 98034
Cost: FREE
More Info: https://eastsideforall.org/events/eastside-honoring-juneteenth-2025/

Come to the Eastside for All Juneteenth celebration which will include music and dance, food, vendors, nonprofit organizations and more. Enjoy delicious food, shop from Black-owned businesses, and connect with community organizations that have been dedicated nurturing and supporting the community.

Sunday, June 15

Juneteenth Celebration in Mountlake Terrace (Juneteenth: More Than a Day)

Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: Mountlake Terrace Library
23300 58th Ave W
Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043
Cost: FREE
More Info: https://sno-isle.bibliocommons.com/events/67f6d4488d0cb67dacd8e286

Join a vibrant and uplifting Juneteenth celebration! This community event is a day of remembrance, education, and joy, honoring the African American emancipation and the end of the US Civil War.

Enjoy entertainment, games for kids, engaging speakers from the community, networking and a delightful array of free food and local vendors. Celebrate father figures and Juneteenth with them this Father's Day, featuring keynote speaker Dr. Steve Woodard, a community photo booth and a class mural created by the students of Mountlake Terrace High School. Hosted in partnership by the City of Mountlake Terrace and Sno-Isle Libraries. Activities will take place in the library and at the Mountlake Terrace Civic Campus.

Wednesday, June 18

Atlantic Street Center’s 24th Annual Juneteenth Celebration

Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Rainier Beach Community Center
8225 Rainier Ave S.
Seattle, WA 98118
Cost: FREE
More Info: https://atlanticstreetcenter.org/juneteenth/

Atlantic Street Center (ASC) hosts one of the area’s longest-running Juneteenth celebrations. Alongside local artisans, food trucks, and organizations, ASC showcases educational and dynamic performances that pay homage to African American and Black history in the United States. Come celebrate the community together.

Kenmore Juneteenth Celebration 

Time: 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Kenmore Town Square
6728 NE 181st Street
Kenmore, WA 98028
Cost: FREE
More Info: https://www.kenmorewa.gov/our-city/special-events/juneteeth-celebration

Celebrate Juneteenth and join the Kenmore City Farmers Market, and experience a day filled with music, food, cultural performances, and community spirit. This celebration is to honor this important day of freedom and heritage. Everyone is welcome, and there will be crafts, activities and learning resources in the Hangar building during the event, which will take place at the farmers market in the town square.

Thursday, June 19

Free Entrance Day at National Parks – Juneteenth

Time: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Cost: FREE
More Info: https://nps.gov/planyourvisit/passes.htm#free_entrance_days

Today, all national parks that charge admission, including the three national parks located in Washington  state (Mt Rainier, Olympic, North Cascades), will offer free entrance to all!

State Parks Free on Juneteenth Day

Time: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Cost: FREE
More Info: https://parks.wa.gov/find-parks

All State Parks are free on Juneteenth Day, June 19th and do not require a Discover Pass or parking fee to park your car. And don't forget about the state park closest to Seattle at the north end of Lake Washington! St. Edwards State Park is a grand outing when Washington State Parks are free on Juneteenth Day: The 326-acre park has 3,000 feet of Lake Washington shoreline, ballfields, great picnic spots and miles of trails, popular for both hiking and mountain biking. Not to be missed: an old orchard and a river-rock alcove called The Grotto (which can be rented for events, above) and a sprawling play structure built thanks to community funding.

Celebrate Juneteenth at Northwest African American Museum

Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location: Northwest African American Museum
2300 S Massachusetts St.
Seattle, WA 98144
Cost: FREE
More Info: https://www.naamnw.org/juneteenth

Celebrate Juneteenth at Northwest African American Museum! This year’s program will feature a black artists market, free K-12 books, children and family activities, food trucks and pop-ups, arts and crafts, outdoor wellness and movement activities, their annual skate to freedom roller skate party, voter registration booths, and much more.

Juneteenth – Road to Economic Freedom 2025

Time: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location: Stewart Heights Park
5715 Reginald Gutierrez Ln.
Tacoma, WA 98404
More Info: https://www.juneteenthwa.com/ or https://www.juneteenthwa.com/artists

Join in the fun on June 19th for a special day full of great music from Gospel, R&B, and Hip-hop artists with great energy!

Africatown Summer of Soul Juneteenth Festival

Time: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Jimi Hendrix Park, Seattle
2400 Massachusetts St.
Seattle, WA 98144
Cost: FREE
More Info: https://www.summerofsoulseries.org/juneteenth

Join in as the event commemorates the liberation of our ancestors from chattel slavery, and collectively envision and explore what future freedom can look like for us all through formatted virtual and in-person discussions and festival activations. The event recognizes this day, just as others that tend to receive only temporary limelight in this country, as one that gives a focused opportunity to contemplate how we may continue to honor the contributions and sacrifices of our ancestors.  We honor their tireless fight for freedom and are grateful for the paths they have paved that have allowed for the progress we have made today. We are thankful for these sacrifices and contributions each and every day.

South Hudson Music Project Presents: Divas of Soul: A Juneteenth Celebration

Doors Open: 6:30 PM
Show: 7:30 PM
Ages: All ages up to 10:00 PM
Location: The Royal Room, Seattle
5000 Rainier Ave. S.
Seattle, WA
Cost: FREE and open to the public
More Info: https://theroyalroomseattle.com/event/south-hudson-music-project-presents-divas-of-soul-a-juneteenth-celebration/

Hear Ayesha Brooks sing the music of Mavis Staples, Etta James, Aretha Franklin, and Fontella Bass with Jeremy Lightfoot, Eric Eagle, Wayne Horvitz, Darren Loucas, and the South Hudson Horns.

Advance tickets can only be purchased online – they do not sell advance tickets at the venue. Refunds are not available within 48 hours of the event. Tickets do not guarantee seating during shows at the Royal Room. They are now accepting reservations for diners! After purchasing tickets, please visit the Reservations page to book a table. Table reservations require advance tickets, and are only for guests who plan to dine at the Royal Room. They do not take reservations over the phone. Seating for non-diners is first come, first served. Please arrive early to guarantee a seat!

Tukwila 5th Annual Juneteenth Commemoration

Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: Tukwila Sullivan Center
14350 Tukwila International Blvd.
Tukwila, WA 98168
Cost: FREE
More Info: https://experiencetukwila.com/event/5th-annual-juneteenth-commemoration/

The City of Tukwila invites all to celebrate freedom, community, and culture at the Fifth Annual Juneteenth Commemoration! This year’s theme, “Echoes of Freedom: Past, Present & Future,” honors the journey of liberation and looks ahead to the future we’re building together. This is a free, outdoor community event — all are welcome! Includes live music by Sean Lewis, a soulful performance from America’s Got Talent alumnus  DaNell Daymon & Greater Works Choir, and a powerful spoken word by Will Rideout. Feel the rhythm with a lively line-dancing session led by Toni Bailey from Boots on the Ground — don’t forget to bring your fan! Delight in light refreshments from local chef Dayo Edwards of DayoSense Catering — bringing joy and flavor to the celebration. Food and giveaways have been generously sponsored by Public Health – Seattle & King County.

City of Mercer Island Celebrates Juneteenth

Time: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Location: Mercerdale Park
3009 77th Ave SE
Mercer Island, WA 98040
More Info: https://www.mercerisland.gov/parksrec/page/juneteenth-2025

Hosted by the Mercer Island High School Black Student Union and the City of Mercer Island, this Juneteenth celebration will be held at Mercerdale Park. Enjoy live music from Simon Javan Okelo’s One Vibe Band (fresh off their performance at Seattle’s Folklife Festival), plus children’s activities including face painting and balloon artists, live music, community booths, vendors and food trucks, including Black-owned food trucks, at the event. Hosted by The MIHS Black Student Union, sponsored by the City of Mercer Island & Madaraka Festival.

Juneteenth with Creative Justice

Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Washington Hall
153 14th Ave.
Seattle, WA
More Info: https://www.instagram.com/p/DKkpj7WB-gc/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

2025 Juneteenth Commemoration

Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Washington State History Museum
1911 Pacific Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98402
Cost: FREE
More Info: https://www.washingtonhistory.org/event/juneteenth-2025/

Join us in commemorating Juneteenth with an evening of free programming at the Washington State History Museum. Curated by Eva Abram of Rainwater Storytelling, this experience will feature performances by Black artists and musicians, along with a presentation by Abram that reflects on the history and significance of Juneteenth. Mobility-accessible. Exterior ramps provide building access, elevators access all floors in the building, and wheelchairs are available at admissions.

Friday, June 20

Black Night Market

Time: 3:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Location: Pier 62
1951 Alaskan Wy
Seattle, WA 98101
Cost: FREE
More Info: https://waterfrontparkseattle.org/blog/event/black-night-market-at-waterfront-park/

Celebrate Juneteenth while the community partners, Black Night Market hosts two vibrant markets on Pier 62, featuring a diverse lineup of BIPOC vendors, performers, and food trucks. Black Night Market works to create a space that uplifts Black businesses, showcases creativity, and fosters community connections.

Saturday, June 21

Juneteenth Celebration: It Takes a Village

Time: 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: Othello Park
4351 S Othello St.
Seattle, WA 98118
Cost: FREE
More Info: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/9th-annual-juneteenth-celebration-tickets-1351511420039

Juneteenth Celebration: It Takes a Village will be held at Othello Playground. Join a day filled with music, food and community and commemorate the end of slavery in the United States. The event will feature live performances, local cuisines, and activities for all ages. There will be free food, free resources, free giveaways!

14th Annual Linda Sweezer Memoria Juneteenth Festival & Celebration

Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Lunch: 12:30 p.m.
Location: Morrill Meadows Park
10600 SE 248th Street
Kent, WA 98030
Cost: FREE
More Info: https://kentblackactioncommission.org/juneteenth/

A free local all-day event, with lunch at 12:30 p.m., and with entertainment by Micheal Powers and local talent.

Juneteenth Kick-Off Fan Fest

Time: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Grand Ridge Plaza
940 NE Park Dr.
Issaquah, WA 98029
More Info: https://www.grandridgeplaza.com/events/juneteenth-kick-off-fan-fest-2025/

The Countdown to Freedom & Futbol Has Begun! Join a Juneteenth Kick-off event where history, heritage, and the beautiful game unite. Engage in Juneteenth education/storytelling, shop unique goods, test your soccer skills in challenges, enjoy live music and much more. Also features raffles, a live poetry workshop from Saran Thompson and savory delicious offerings from local Grand Ridge Plaza restaurants.

Sunday, June 22

Juneteenth Celebration at Les Gove Park

Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: Les Gove Park
910 9th St SE
Auburn, WA 98002
Cost: FREE
More Info: Here

Come celebrate Juneteenth with City of Auburn, hosted by the Mayor’s Office of Equity. A perfect event for the whole family to enjoy, so come participate in community fellowship, support local small businesses, and learn from community leaders. Enjoy amazing local artists and musicians and lots of free activities for kids of all ages!