Celebrate Juneteenth in Miami-Dade County: A Weeklong Festivity
Juneteenth, also known as the United States’ Second Independence Day, marks the historic date of June 19, 1865, when U.S. General Gordon Granger announced the freedom of enslaved individuals in Galveston, Texas. This significant event came nearly two-and-a-half years after President Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation in 1863.
Juneteenth, officially designated a federal holiday in June 2021, is a time to honor Black ancestors, reflect on the nation’s history, and celebrate Black freedom. Miami-Dade County hosts a variety of events to commemorate this important day, offering residents and visitors numerous opportunities to engage with the history and culture of Juneteenth.
Saturday, June 10, 2023: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Nova Star Juneteenth Scholarship Competition Show
Florida International University (FIU) kicks off its weeklong Juneteenth celebration with a scholarship competition featuring FIU’s Nova Court of college students. Contestants have a chance to win over $7,500 in scholarships, including a grand prize of $3,000.
Location: 3000 NE 151st Street, North Miami, Florida 33181
Details: www.fiu.edu
Sunday, June 11, 2023: 5:30 AM
2023 Annual Sunrise Ancestral Remembrance of the Middle Passage Ceremony
Held at the Historic Virginia Key Beach Park, this ceremony honors the ancestors who endured the Middle Passage. It’s a solemn yet uplifting start to the Juneteenth commemorations.
Location: 4020 Virginia Beach Drive, Miami, Florida 33149
Details: (305) 960-4600, www.virginiakeybeachpark.net
Wednesday, June 14, 2023: Noon – 2:00 PM
Mosaic Miami Presents: Bulldozing Barriers: Reflecting on Juneteenth and Diversity in Miami
Join a conversation at the Perez Art Museum Miami (PAMM) featuring PAMM’s Director Frank Sirman and Matthew Anderson, Executive Director of Mosaic Miami. This event explores the impact of Juneteenth and diversity in the community.
Location: 1103 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, Florida 33132
RSVP Required: Eventbrite
Wednesday, June 14, 2023: 7:00 PM
Second Annual Juneteenth Juke Joint at the Adrienne Arsht Center
Enjoy a lively evening with soul food and libations curated by Chef Dominique Walkers, alongside Pan-African beats mixed by DJ Shacia Päyne Marley and performances by Grammy-nominated saxophonist Melton Mustafa Jr.
Location: 1300 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami, Florida 33132
Tickets: $35
Details: (305) 588-9399, www.arshtcenter.org
Friday, June 16, 2023: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Artwalk Presents Richmond Heights Juneteenth Celebration
Discover the rich history of Richmond Heights, a thriving African American community in South Dade, through live music, DJ performances, Black art, and activities for all ages. This free cultural arts festival includes food trucks and artisan vendors.
Location: 14700 Lincoln Boulevard, Miami, Florida 33176
June 16-18, 2023
Juneteenth Festival ‘23
This three-day festival, sponsored by the Committee to Honor Our Living Legends, features a living museum, food trucks, bounce houses, and more.
Details: Eventbrite
Saturday, June 17, 2023: 5:00 PM (Gates open at 3:30 PM)
City of Miami Gardens’ Third Annual Juneteenth Park-In and Party Celebration
Celebrate at the Hard Rock Stadium with local talent, hosted by comedian Marvin Dixon and featuring DJ Bo Weezy. Presented by the City of Miami Gardens.
Location: 347 Don Shula Drive, Miami Gardens, Florida 33056
Tickets: $10 per car
Details: www.miamigardens-fl.gov, (305) 622-8000 EXT. 2789
Sunday, June 18, 2023: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Arts & Culture in The Gardens
Presented by the Delou Africa Dance Ensemble, this event highlights traditional African arts and Black culture through dance, drumming, and interactive classes.
Location: Betty T. Ferguson Recreational Complex, 3000 NW 199th Street, Miami Gardens, Florida 33056
Details: www.miamigardens-fl.gov, (305) 622-8000 ext. 2789
Monday, June 19, 2023
Miami Children’s Museum’s Juneteenth For Kids Celebration
Engage kids with story time, dance parties, and a Juneteenth parade at the Miami Children’s Museum.
Location: 980 MacArthur Causeway, Miami, Florida 33139
Details: (305) 373-5437, www.miamichildrenmuseum.org
Sunshine Slopers Ski & Travel Club’s Tri-County Annual Picnic & Juneteenth Celebration Picnic
Join the first African American ski club in South Florida for their annual picnic at Dr. Von Mizell-Eula Johnson State Park.
Location: 6503 Ocean Drive, Dania Beach, Florida 33004
Tickets: Adults $15, Kids 4-12 $8, Under 3 Free
Details: (305) 812-7833, (305) 803-3172, www.sunshineslopers.com
The Juneteenth Experience: Hued Songs’ Mainstage Performance & Film Screening
Enjoy an immersive performance celebrating Black culture and freedom at the Miami Beach Bandshell.
Location: 7275 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, Florida 33141
Details: www.huedsongs.org
Celebrate Juneteenth by attending these diverse events that honor the past, celebrate the present, and inspire the future.
