HUTCHINSON
Thu., June 13, 6 – 9 pm: Talent Show, Chester I. Lewis Plaza, 15 E. 1st. Show Hutchinson your talent at the Juneteenth talent show. Registration is free. All ages and talents are welcome. First prize is $200.
Fri., June 14, 7 – 11 pm: Juneteenth BBQ and Movie Night, Chester I. Lewis Plaza, 15 E. 1st Ave. Free food, inflatables, crafts, games, skits by our local NAACP Youth, and multiple screenings and labs performed by Hutch Regional Medical Center.
Fri., June 21, 10 am, Red Carpet Blood Drive, Stringer Fine Arts Center, 601 E. 11th Ave. Reblood donors are entered in drawing for steak dinner for two at Airport Steak House, and red carpet photo opportunity.
Sat., June 22, 11:30 am: Brunch, Stringer Fine Arts Center, 600 E. 11th Ave. Guest Speaker: Tiffany Davidson, American Red Cross; Keynote Speaker: Dr. Kwanna King, vice president of enrollment Pratt Community College. No cost listed.
Sat., June 22, 1 pm: Hair Show. Guest Speaker: Michele Watley, CROWN Act activist and founder/CEO of Shirley’s Kitchen Cabinets of KCMO.
JUNCTION CITY
Sat., June 15, 1 – 7 pm: Juneteenth Festival, Heritage Park, 6th & Washington. Live DJ, food vendors, craft vendors,info vendors, kids zone. Bethel Youth Ministry, speakers Kenneth Ford Jr. & Korion Golden. FREE
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Sat., June 15, 10 – 11:30 am: Rise & Shine Workout with Julee Jonez & the KC Cuties, Jay McShann Pavilion (behind Jazz Museum).
Sat., June 15, Noon – 2 pm: Gospel Jubilee, JuneteenthKC Mainstage, 18th & Vine Jazz District. Featuring Crystal Aiken, LaSandra “Coco” Sims Soul Therapy, Ashley Brewer, and the Kansas City Boys & Girls Choir.
Sat., June 15, 12 – 10 pm: 2024 Juneteenth Heritage Festival, 18th & Vine Jazz District. Featuring Kelly Price Live on the JuneteenthKC Mainstage and featuring Kansas City’s best local talent. Noon: Gospel Jubilee. 2 pm: Community Performances with guests, contests, and giveaways. 5 pm: Official remarks ceremony. 6 – 8 pm: Opening Acts. 8:30 pm: Kelly Price. Activities include face painters, pony rides, balloon artists, & more. FREE
Sat. June 17, 10 am – 1 pm: Brunch & Learn, Black Archives of Mid America, 1722 E. 17th. A conversation with Mayor Quinton Lucas; Councilwoman Melissa Robinson; Mike Frazier, CEO of Reece Nichols; Wanda Kinney, Housing Authority director; state Rep. Ashley Bland-Manlove; Clifton Campbell, director of the Community Action Agency; and moderated by Glenn North. Brunch and snack bar provided by Soiree Steak & Oyster House.
LAWRENCE
Now through June 16: “Emmett Till & Mamie Till-Mobley: Let the World See.” Spencer Museum of Art, University of Kansas, 10 am – 5 pm Tue., Wed. and Fri.; 10 am – 8 pm Thu.; noon – 5 pm Sat. and Sun. Art by contemporary Black artists that expands on themes including Black life, Black love, media representation, and activism. It draws on Emmett Till and his mother Mamie’s legacies to explore both historical and contemporary events of racial violence and racial justice movements. FREE
LEAVENWORTH
Sat., June 15, 6:30 – 10 pm: Twilight Parade & Festival, Haymaker Square, 649 Cherokee St. Live music, games, food, and vendors. FREE
LEAWOOD
Sat., June 22, 4 pm: 3rd Annual Juneteenth Celebration Pre-Talk: “The Underground Railroad, Quindaro to Lawrence,” Resurrection Leawood (The Parlor), 13720 Roe Ave. Discussion led by Dr. James Leiker, history professor, author and founder of Johnson County Community College Kansas Studies Institute.
Sat., June 22, 5 pm: Celebration Program: “Lift Every Voice, and Sing Together, Resurrection Leawood (The Sanctuary), 13720 Roe Ave. Keynote Presentation (Sanctuary, Bldg. A) by Dr. Shana Mashego, a classical artist, administrator, ethnomusicologist, and published researcher. Her work probes the origin of African Americans.
LENEXA
Wed., June 19, 4:30 – 6:30 pm: 3rd Annual Juneteenth Celebration, 17101 W 87th. Keynote speaker Glenn North; emcee Steve Arledge; live music, roller dance, performance, proclamations, children’s activities, and food vendors. Enjoy children’s activities and craft area, engage with staff representing various county programs and services, food and beverages from the Lenexa Public Market, and free parking.
MANHATTAN
Thu., June 13: Fashion Show, Manhattan Arts Center, 1520 Poyntz Ave.
Fri., June 14, 5:30 pm: Grilling Contest, City Park, 1220 Poyntz Ave, must register to compete.
Fri., June 14, 7:30 pm: Juneteenth, Regina Belle in concert. Norvell BandShell, Poyntz Avenue & 11th St. Grammy and Academy Award winner Regina Belle in Concert with Chris Walker. Visit ManhattanJuneteenth.org for details. FREE
Sat., June 15, 7: am: Juneteenth Fitness Experience, Douglass Park, 925 Yuma St. Exhilarating day of workouts and community fun.
8 am Sun-Up Yoga – Join Mitzie from Mwow Coaching in a revializing session.
8:30am Community Boot Camp -Strength Together, Led by diverse fitness professionals
9am MIXXedfit – Dance and sweat. Let loose in a dance infused fitness session
9:25am Zumba in the Park – Move and groove experience the rhythm with Mitzie from Mwow Coaching
9:50am African Fitness Dance – Move your with ACEcertified Coach Viv from Kukuwa
Dance Workout for a low-impact jam to the rhythms of Afrobeats and Afropop.
11am – 2pm 3-on-3 Tournament, Douglas Activity Center, 10th and Yuma. One year of bragging rights, two top teams will receive awards, 4399 cash prize for the winning team. Cost $30 registration per team.
10:30 am Celebrating Unity and Community, Douglas Park, 10th and Yuma. kicks off with a heartfelt proclamations, followed by a Unit Walk. The day continue switch an array of activities including live Music, delicious food, engage games and fun children activities. Explore a variety of fenders showcasing their unique crafts and goods. It’s a perfect day out for families and friends alike.
OLATHE
Wed., June 19, 10 am – 4 pm: Juneteenth Freedom Day. Join the Olathe Public Library as we honor Juneteenth at both Indian Creek Library and Downtown Library. Discover an array of celebratory family-filled programming including storytimes, arts and crafts, films, dance, and musical performances, and more for all ages. FREE
OVERLAND PARK
Sat, June 15, 10 am – 1 pm: 5th Annual Peace March & Rally, starting at Thompson Park, 8045 Santa Fe Dr. Inspiring speakers, live entertainment, fun & free activities for kids, food trucks, and more. Bring family and friends to celebrate progress + ignite change. FREE
SALINA
Wed., June 19, 3 pm or Thu., June 20, 6 pm: Film showing of “Juneteenth: Faith & Freedom,” Art Center Cinema, 150 S. Santa Fe. This film follows a Black American who is troubled by the legacy of American slavery and the misuse of Christianity to justify it. He travels throughout Texas, discovering how Juneteenth reveals faith and a fight for freedom in an unjust society. FREE
Thu., June 20, 7:15 pm: Virtual discussion with director of the film “Juneteenth: Faith & Freedom”: Professor Ya’Ke Smith. Art Center Cinema, 150 S. Santa Fe. FREE
Sat., June 22, 1 – 5 pm: 2024 Citywide Celebration Proclamation, City Lights Stage, Ash Street & Santa Fe. Vendors, live music and food.
Sat., June 22, 8 pm – 1 am: Juneteenth Celebration Dance, Martinelli’s, 158 S. Santa Fe. COST $25
TOPEKA
Mon., June 10, 6 pm: Juneteenth Pop & Paint Youth Event, Jefferson Square, Austin Park, 2300 SE Jefferson.
Tue., June 11, 6 pm: Taco Tuesday, Betty Phillips Neighborhood Park, 3303 SE Irving.
Wed., June 12, 6 pm: Juneteenth Fashion Show, St. John AME Church, 701 SW Topeka Blvd.
Thu., June 13, 6 pm: Poppy & Helen Abbott Essay Contest Banquet, St John AME Church, 701 SW Topeka Blvd.
Fri., June 14, 6 pm: “Sounds of Freedom” play, Location TBA
Sat., June 15, noon – 10 pm: 11th Annual Juneteenth Community Celebration, Hillcrest Community Center, 1800 SE 21st. Food, crafts and vendors.
Sun., June 16, 4 pm: Gospel Extravaganza, St John AME Church, 701 SW Topeka Blvd.
Wed., June 19, 11 am: Topeka Family & Friends Juneteenth Parade & Program.
Wed., June 19, 1:30 pm: Juneteenth Program Evergy Plaza, 630 S. Kansas Ave.
WICHITA
June 13 – 15, 1 – 6 pm: Juneteenth Bracelet Making, Maya Angelou Northeast Library, 3051 E 21st. Celebrate freedom with the Wichita Public Library with this take-and-make craft – supplies available. FREE
(All events require $6 armband for admission)
Sat., June 8, 10 – 11:30 am: Books and Breakfast, French Quarters, 1504 N. Kansas. Join B&B Juneteenth ICT Edition. FREE
Thu., June 13, 7 pm: Miss Juneteenth ICT, WSU CAC Theater, 1845 N. Fairmount. Miss Juneteenth ICT delegates compete for scholarship dollars to continue their education, advocate for civic causes, shine their light, and showcase their intelligence. Purchase tickets from the delegates or stop by The Blackprint. Presale tickets $10. Tickets at door $15.
All events below at Historic McAdams Park
Fri., June 14, 6 pm Sounds of Juneteenth ICT, McAdams Park,13th & Ohio. Festival grounds open, 6:30 pm Roy Moye III; 6:50 pm Paris Jane; 8 pm New Funk Band.
Sat., June 15, 10 am: Spirit AeroSystems Juneteenth ICT Parade (parade will begin at Holy Savior Catholic Academy & end at McAdams Park) 11:30 am: Festival Groups open, Kid’s Corner open, Main Stage. Noon Steppers. 12:15 pm Introduce Miss Juneteenth ICT & Court. 1 – 2 pm State of the Youth Kids Corner. 12:45 pm Cheer Display. 2:15 pm Story Time Village & “We Are Family” Bubble Dance Party. 2:30 – 4 pm Kid’s Corner Talent Show, Main Stage. 5 pm Steppers. 5:30 – 6:30 pm Showtime Sounds. 6:45 – 7 pm Miles Murray. 7 – 8 pm Delaney Ranese Williams. 8 – 9 pm Kimberly Paige and Band.
Sun., June 16, 6 pm: Juneteenth ICT Gospel Concert, Historic McAdams Park. F.O.E Faith Over Everything hosted by Chisholm Trail Church.
WYANDOTTE
Sat., June 8, 10 am: 5th Street Parade (from Rowland to Everett) & Festival with live music, games, vendors, food, horse rides, raffles, giveaways, swag bag. FREE