23-05-2025
Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park Annual Juneteenth Celebration
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. (WSAV) — The Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park will kick off their 11th Annual Juneteenth Celebration on June 12.
The celebration will begin on June 12 with local conservation groups sharing their work and a sleepover experience.
On Friday, June 13, there will be a children's dig day where kids are invited to dig into history as junior archaeologists. There will also be a drum circle in the evening.
Saturday marks the day for the main event which will be held from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Gospel music will highlight local and regional choirs all morning.
Afternoon fun will begin at 12:30 p.m. and include line dancing, karaoke and an old-school dance contest. The celebration will be closed with Leela James.
'Events like this bring our community both near and far together in powerful ways,' said Executive Director of Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park Ahmad Ward. 'They offer an opportunity to reflect on our shared history and celebrate the progress we've made. I look forward to joining everyone for the old-school dance contest—it's a highlight of the weekend!'
You can expect a children's corner, complementary photo booth, community village with nonprofits offering resources, local vendors, artists and food trucks at the celebration.
The following Wednesday, June 19, a Juneteenth 5k will be held with the Palmetto Running Company.
The cost of some events is covered with registration, but others may have admission costs.
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