These are some of the many options for listening to live music, learning about Black history and supporting Black businesses in celebration of Juneteenth in San Diego County
San Diegans can listen to live music, learn about Black history and support Black businesses and organizations over 11 days to commemorate Juneteenth. This year, there are various events planned across the San Diego County to observe June 19, a date chosen for annually celebrating the emancipation of enslaved people in the U.S. Juneteenth became a federal holiday in 2021, and in 2023 the San Diego City Council voted to make June 19 a paid holiday for city workers.
Community Choir, spoken word, African drummers, activities for kids, face painting, bounce houses, games and arts and crafts activities. Noon to 4 p.m. June 16. 4975 Memorial Drive, La Mesa. Free. lamesajuneteenth.org Juneteenth charity golf tournament: The San Diego Black Golfer’s Association is holding its fourth annual Juneteenth charity golf tournament. Some of the activities and contests will include hole-in-one, long drive and closest to the pin.
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