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Here is how you can celebrate Juneteenth in Central Georgia

There are multiple opportunities to learn about history, culture, and celebrate with your community.

MACON, Ga. — Juneteenth is coming up and Central Georgia has several events to attend.

The holiday is celebrated across the country on June 19. The day honors and celebrates the ending of slavery in the US when some 2,000 Union troops arrived in Galveston Bay, Texas. 

Now, across the US people celebrate the day of Freedom. There are many events across Central Georgia where you can understand the day's history and come together with members of your community.

GA Juneteenth Week will be celebrated on June 7-16. For updates on Macon's Juneteenth celebrations, you can check VisitMacon's website.

Free Black History Van Tours 

When: Monday-Thursday from June 10-13 at 6 p.m. 

Where: The tour leaves from Macon Terminal Station. 

You can call 478-718-8067 to reserve a spot

Macon Black Business Crawl

All month long from June 7-19

Pleasant Hill Neighborhood Reunion Banquet

When: June 7 at 6 p.m.

Where: L.H Williams Elementary School Cafetorium

$15 for adults and $5 for children. The event will feature neighborhood history, updates and tributes. The theme is 145 Years & Still Standing.  Call 478-361-5949 or 478-718-8067 for more information. 

Juneteenth Week Kick-off Mixer

When: June 7 at 7 p.m. 

Where: Niche at 385 2nd Street in downtown Macon

Marshallville Juneteenth Celebration

When: June 8 

Where: Julius Rice Park

A day filled with BBQ, culture, music, food and fun. 

The parade will line up at 9:30 a.m. at Lamson Richardson Complex. The parade is from 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. and then festivities will move to Julius Rice Park on Sleepy Hollow Road. The festival in the park will last until 3 p.m.

Juneteenth Junior Debutant Ball and Black Girl Magic Awards Ceremony

When: June 8 at 5 p.m. 

Where: Tubman Museum

Hosted by Macon Black Culture, the inaugural Juneteenth Junior Debutant Presentation. The event will honor iconic Black Women in Macon.

Please wear semi-formal attire. Tickets are $25. For more information, call Nadiyah Harris at 404-394-9462.

18th Annual Pleasant Hill Neighborhood Reunion

When: June 8, from noon to 5 p.m. 

Bringing people together to celebrate family, food and the legacy of Pleasant Hill.

Juneteenth Genealogy Workshop

When: June 9 at 3 p.m.

Where: Mary Catherine Drexel Center at St, Peter Claver Catholic Church & School,

A free workshop in finding your roots led by Washington Library Head Librarian and Archivist Muriel McDowell Jackson.

Juneteenth Black Girl Magic Wellness Retreat 

When: June 11 at 7 p.m. 

Where: TBA

There will be group yoga, guided meditation and sound baths.

A Women's Wellness Circle: Empower Her Hour

When: June 13 at 7 p.m. 

Where: Commander in Chic

19th Annual Real Talk Hip Hop Summit

When: June 14, 10 a.m.- Noon 

Where: The Douglass Theatre, Explores 

"Hands-on the original art forms, economics, ethical and life impact issues of hip hop." There will be a live concert. More information on that is not yet available. 

Juneteenth Black Party Fundraiser

When: June 14, doors open at 9 p.m. 

Where: Serenity Entertainment Complex

Macon Black Culture presents a night of music. Tickets are available on the Macon Black Culture eventbrite.

Dublin's 5th Annual Taste of Juneteenth Festival

When: June 15, 2 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Where: Market on Madison

For the 5th year, vendors, parades, "EduTainment" and fireworks will take to the streets of Dublin. You can find out more about the event here.

Warner Robins Juneteenth Festival 2024

When: June 15 at 10 a.m.

Where: 105 Mulberry Street (Perkins Field, Wellston Center and the Old Rec Center)

The Warner Robins Juneteenth parade begins at 10 a.m.- 11 a.m. The festival is from noon until 4:30 p.m. 

You can enjoy music, local artists, kid-friendly activities, giveaways and more.

To register as a vendor or parade participant visit the event's website.

Juneteenth Freedom Day

When: June 15 at 10 a.m. 

Where: Downtown Rochelle

There will be free clothes, games, bingo, food and fun. The parade is at 10 a.m. in downtown Rochelle and the festival will be at 327 Ginhouse Street in Wilcox County.

Fort Valley Juneteenth Festival

When: June 15 from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. 

Where: Hunt Education and Cultural Center Park

There will be a DJ, Mini Health Department, voting registration information, vendors, games, food and more. A Gospelfest concert is planned for 2 p.m. 

Hawkinsville Juneteenth Celebration

When: June 15 from 11 a.m.- 5 p.m.

Where: James A. Colson Park

"Hawkinsville Unity’s Juneteenth Celebration promises an unforgettable experience filled with a range of captivating activities and enriching cultural experiences for individuals of all ages. The group encourages everyone, regardless of background or ethnicity, to join in the celebration of freedom, unity, and empowerment. Together, we can honor the struggles and triumphs of the past while fostering a more inclusive and equitable future."

There will be a petting zoo, face painting, and health/wellness vendors at the event.

Perry Juneteenth Freedom Festival

When: June 15 from noon until 3 p.m.

Where: 1121 Macon Road in Perry

During Perry's Juneteenth Festival, you can see a variety of entertainment, kid's activities, food trucks and more. 

32nd Annual Juneteenth Freedom Festival 

When: June 15-16  1-9 p.m. on Saturday and 3-9 p.m. on Sunday

Where: Tattnall Square Park 

The festival will showcase "historical exhibits, excellent live and cultural arts, community information presenters, health and wellness activities, and food/art/accessories vendors." Admission is free. The headliner is David Sanchez Latin Jazz with Little John Roberts

Vendors and Volunteers Needed. Please Call 478-737-3318 for Vending and  478-718-8067 for Volunteers/Information.

Forsyth Juneteenth Ride Along

When: June 15 at 3 p.m.

A $25 donation is required to participate, To sign up contact Rosemary or Kenn Walker at 478-394-2972 or 478-787-3887.

Juneteenth Fireworks Show

When: June 15 at 9 p.m. 

Where: Tattnall Square Park

Macon-Bibb 2nd Annual Juneteenth Parade

When: June 16 from 3 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Where: Downtown Macon

The Macon Black Culture organization hosts the second annual Juneteenth Parade in downtown Macon. This year's parade will be a vibrant celebration of Black Girl Magic, showcasing the strength, resilience, and accomplishments of black women and girls.

It's an event, "filled with music, dance, and a true sense of community. The parade will feature colorful floats, marching bands, dance troupes, and various community organizations coming together to honor and uplift the black women and girls who have played a significant role in shaping our history and culture."

This year's Grand Marshals will be Zelma Redding and Karla Redding-Andrews, the wife and daughter of the late Otis Redding. 

To register your organization or business om the parade, please visit MaconJuneteenthParade.com. For more information, please contact Macon Black Culture at maconblackculture@gmail.com

Storytellers Macon presents: Black Girl Magic, a celebration of Juneteenth 

When: June 18 at 6 p.m. 

Where: Serenity Entertainment Complex

Untold Stories: Macon's African American History Preview Reception

When: June 18 from 6-8 p.m. 

Where: The Tubman Museum

The exhibit has been renovated to tell new stories about the history of African Americans in Macon. Admission is $5 for non-members.

Juneteenth Events at the Tubman

Free admission during regular business hours through Saturday, June 22. 

Young Gifted & Black in a Segregated City at 10 a.m.

A conversation with Rubbie London Major of the Ballard Hudson Class of 1965 and Harold Michael Harvey Lanier Class of 1969.

Honoring Our Ancestors The Montford Point Marines at 3 p.m.

Hosted by Montford Point Marine Chapter 35 of Warner Robins.

Special Tours with reenactments featuring Harriet Tubman, Frederick Douglass and Civil War Hero Cezar Davis are scheduled at 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.

Juneteenth Celebration

When: June 19 at 2 p.m. 

Where: Byron Community Center

A vibrant Juneteenth celebration filled with games, storytelling, entertainment and food. 

Juneteenth: The Cookout 

When: June 19 at 4 p.m. 

Where: Greenwood BBQ at 1087 Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard in downtown Macon

Juneteenth Celebration

When: June 19 at 2 p.m. 

Where: Byron Community Center

A vibrant Juneteenth celebration filled with games, storytelling, entertainment and food. 

Juneteenth: The Cookout 

When: June 19 at 4 p.m. 

Where: Greenwood BBQ at 1087 Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard in downtown Macon

Juneteenth Unity Peace Freedom Celebration

When:  June 19 at 11 a.m.

Where:   Recreation Department (the old Baseball Field)  in Lumber City, GA 31459

Telfair County's Dreamchasers Presents a Juneteenth Celebration including music, vendors and firework 

Telfair County Georgia Juneteenth Black Legacy Softball Game

When: June 19 at 6 pm

Where: Recreation Department (the old Baseball Field)  in Lumber City, GA 31459

Juneteenth Honoring our Ancestors

When:   June 20, All day and  at various times

Where:  All Five municipalities Telfair County : Jacksonville, Lumber City, McRae-Helena, Milan and Scotland

The event calls on the communities to join together to clean up the cemetery, church grounds and neighbors.

Juneteenth The Twin Moms  

When:  June 21 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. 

Where: Telfair Library at 101 W College St., 

" A Children's Story" Opportunity 

Juneteenth Parade and Festival 

When:  June 22  starting at 10 a.m.

Where: Downtown McRae  and Ellison Villa Park in McRae

The parade will start at 10 and when it end the celebration will move over to Ellison Villa Park for a festival, food and activities.

Juneteenth Black Legacy Softball Game

When: June 23

Where: Recreation Department in McRae 

Juneteenth Celebration in Gray

When:  June 29 from 11 to 3 p.m.

Where: Carol's Park in Gray Georgia

The Juneteenth Celebration is sponsored by Les Dames Magnifiques. There will be fellowship, games and lots of fun.

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