By Arrick Garringer—
MUNCIE, IN— Juneteenth Muncie invites the community to celebrate freedom, heritage, and unity at the 5th Annual Juneteenth Celebration on Saturday, June 15, 2024, from 2-9 p.m. at McCulloch Park. This inclusive, fun, and free event promises a day filled with activities for the entire family, with a focus on engaging, educating, and empowering our community.
Event Details:
● Date: Saturday, June 15, 2024
● Time: 2-9 p.m.
● Location: McCulloch Park, Muncie, IN
● Admission: Free for all attendees
Highlights of the Event:
● Free Food: Enjoy a variety of delicious food from 3-6 p.m.
● Entertainment: Live performances by MoJo Gumbo (3 p.m.), Jerome Saxton (4:30 p.m.), and Cool Beanz Band (7 p.m.)
● Activities: Open mic (dancing, singing, or spoken word), games, giveaways, prizes, inflatables, cornhole, Delaware County Championship Wrestling (5 p.m.), chess tournament (5:30 p.m.), and more.
● Vendors: Browse through various food and merchandise vendors.
● Community Tables: Learn about local organizations and services.
“We are thrilled to host this year’s Juneteenth celebration, a day dedicated to acknowledging the past and inspiring a brighter future through engagement, education, and empowerment,” said Dorica Watson, event co-chair.
About Juneteenth: Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. On June 19, 1865, Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas, bringing the news that the Civil War had ended and that all enslaved people were free, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation. This day, also known as “Juneteenth Independence Day,” “Freedom Day,” or “Emancipation Day,” marks a pivotal moment in American history and is a time for reflection and celebration.
About Juneteenth Muncie: The mission of the Juneteenth Muncie Committee is to promote awareness and appreciation of African American history and life to build more inclusive communities today. This year’s event is presented in partnership with the Indiana Black Expo – Muncie Chapter and Shafer Leadership Academy, the presenting sponsor.
For more information, to volunteer, or to donate, visit www.JuneteenthMuncie.com. For questions, contact event co-chairs Anitra Davis or Dorica Watson at june19muncie@gmail.com.
Join us for a day of remembrance, celebration, and community unity!
