The 14th annual Juneteenth NY Celebration will be held in Brooklyn and leads up to Juneteenth, which commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in 1865.
NEW YORK CITY --Featuring the theme "Kaleidoscope of Black Culture," the festivities will lead up to Juneteenth on Monday, the federal holiday commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in 1865., which will highlight the history and ongoing legacy of African Americans in the United States. In addition, organizers are seeking to highlight Black-owned businesses in New York City.
As the official sports partners for the celebration, the Brooklyn Nets and New York Liberty will also host basketball clinics for kids and performances from their professional dance teams.free Grand Finale Rally and Concert . It will start at 9 a.m. at the Grand Army Plaza entrance of Prospect Park. Those in attendance will join a marching band in walking toward the main stage where they will hear from community leaders, including NYC Council Member Farah N. Louis and Dad Gang CEO Sean Williams.which will start at 12 p.m. at the Nethermead area of the park. Attendees will be able to enjoy musical performances, food, other field day activities and even a fashion show.
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