Celebrate Juneteenth in Colorado
Colorado has plenty of ways to enjoy Juneteenth. Juneteenth celebrates the day when the last enslaved people in the U.S. learned of their freedom.
Denver
Check out Denver's Juneteenth music festival on June 17th and 18th in the Five Points neighborhood. Don't miss the parade on Saturday and live musical performances.
Website: https://www.juneteenthmusicfestival.com
Aurora
Stanley Marketplace is hosting Juneteenth + Pride on Monday, June 19th. There will be food, games, dancing and music.
Website: https://stanleymarketplace.com/events/juneteenth/
Colorado Springs
The Southern Colorado Juneteenth festival is happening in Colorado Springs. It is June 16-18 at America the Beautiful Park. It includes a car show and health fair.
Website: https://www.csjuneteenthfestival.com
Greeley
University of Northern Colorado is hosting Juneteenth: A Family Reunion. It will be Saturday, June 17th at Gunter Green and Gym. There will be games and bbq. It is free. Everyone is invited.
Website: https://www.unco.edu/marcus-garvey-cultural-center/junteenth.aspx
Boulder
Boulder has a number of Juneteenth celebrations that last until Wednesday, June 21st. It includes poetry open mic and a free masterclass for young writers.