From parades and festivals to concerts and cookouts, here’s a sampling of ways to celebrate Juneteenth in the Bay this year.
Osiezhe Bramah, 5, goes head to head with James Henry of Hands on Fire during a Juneteenth celebration in Marin City, Calif. Saturday, June 29, 2019. Every year, communities gather together in honor of Juneteenth, otherwise known as “Freedom Day,” with celebrations of Black culture and heritage. From parades and festivals to concerts and cookouts, here’s a sampling of ways you can spend this holiday in the Bay Area.12 to 4 p.m. June 8-9, Cleveland Cascade, Lakeshore and Merritt Ave., Oakland.
11 a.m. to 1 p.m. June 15, Firehouse Arts Center Patio, 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton. Join the Pleasanton Library and Recreation Department for an outdoor Juneteenth celebration featuring music and dance performances, arts and crafts booths and live storytelling. Free. 5:30 to 10:30 p.m. June 15, California Ballroom, 1736 Franklin St., Oakland. The 2024 “Rooted in the Town” Juneteenth Celebration of Freedom Awards will honor outstanding members of the Oakland community. Tip your hats to the leaders of tomorrow while enjoying bites from Bay Area chefs, a Black Winemaker Showcase and special guest entertainment. $125.
3 to 6 p.m. June 16, The CIA at Copia, 500 First St., Napa. The CIA at Copia will be hosting acclaimed chef, restaurateur, and expert on soul food Tanya Holland for a Juneteenth celebration featuring southern BBQ, tasty drinks and live music. $35 to $65.
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