The Town of East Hartford, in collaboration with East Hartford Public Library, East Hartford Parks and Recreation, the Commission on Culture and Fine Arts, and the East Hartford Black Caucus invite you to attend the town’s fourth annual Juneteenth Celebration. Juneteenth, officially known as Juneteenth National Independence Day, is also known as Jubilee Day, Emancipation Day, Freedom Day, and Black Independence Day, is a federal holiday in the United States commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African-am:ericans.

The observance of Juneteenth is about the journey and achievement of African am:ericans throughout the horrific period of sanctioned enslavement to where we are today. However, the stories of pain, pride, resilience, determination and hope that define our historical and spiritual blueprint are the catalyst for understanding that we can overcome negativity in spite of our differences to make our town a better place for all our children.

Everyone is welcome to attend this event as we pay tribute to our journey, remember our history and reflect on our independence. We pay homage to those who have paved the way for us today. We celebrate freedom.

The Juneteenth Fest is the perfect fam:ily-friendly, community event that offers fun activities for children and adults alike. am:ong many activities, there will be a variety of vendors, food, entertainment, bounce house, face painting, powerful storytelling and so much more.

Our stage show has been meticulously planned out by the East Hartford Library and we are so excited for it and hope you'll join us! 

Schedule of Events:

11:45 am: Welcome and Opening remarks
12:00 pm: Yaco International
01:15 pm: Grace C. Wright Performing Arts
02:00 pm: CT Secretary of State Stephanie Thomas
02:20 pm: Super Icon Thomas Lumpkin and Friends
03:00 pm: Black Diam:onds Double Dutch Team: Demonstration
03:30 pm: NRGY (spoken word)