18-06-2025
Where to celebrate Juneteenth in Miami
Juneteenth is on Thursday, and there are numerous ways to celebrate the holiday across Miami.
Why it matters: Juneteenth commemorates June 19, 1865, the day enslaved people in Texas learned of their emancipation.
The big picture: Despite recent backlash against civil rights and discussions of racism, celebrations of the holiday are growing, Axios' Russell Contreras reports.
Here are some ways to celebrate locally
Miami Juneteenth Festival: Enjoy live music, local food and family friendly fun at the Griffing Center in North Miami today from noon to 11pm.
Free.
The Juneteenth Experience: Celebrate Miami's Black history with a theatrical concert from Hued Songs at the Colony Theatre on Lincoln Road in South Beach.
Today and Thursday, 7:30pm. Tickets $31.50+.
NMB Juneteenth Experience: Enjoy a step show and drumline competition, live performances from local Greek sororities, food vendors and activities for all ages.
Thursday from 5pm-9pm. Julius Littman Performing Arts Theater in North Miami Beach. Free.
Freedom Crowns at Miami Children's Museum: Design your own "Freedom Crown" and contribute to a community quilt for Juneteenth.
Thursday 5pm-9pm. Non-member tickets $18+.
Uhuru Rising: A Cultural Awakening: An immersive Juneteenth experience centered on liberation, cultural awakening and creativity.
Thursday, 4pm-7pm. Free. Barry University.
" Malcolm X" screening at O Cinema: Watch the 1992 film, starring Denzel Washington, and stay for a community conversation on racial justice and anti-Black rhetoric.
Thursday, 7pm. $14 +.
Freedom Fest: Juneteenth Celebration: Celebrate freedom, culture and community. Kid Zone, free book giveaways, live DJ, food vendors and dancing.
