# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 6th Annual Juneteenth Celebration in Burlington
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 19 Jun, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Fri, 19 Jun, 2026 at 08:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Join us for the City of Burlington’s sixth annual Juneteenth Celebration on Friday, June 19, 2026 from 6–8pm at the North Park Ballfield (817 Sharpe Road). This free community event honors Juneteenth and commemorates the end of slavery in the United States.

The celebration is presented in partnership with the Alamance Racial Equity Alliance, Impact Alamance, and the City of Burlington.

Event Highlights:
• Free and open to the public
• Community organizations, food vendors, and artisan vendors
• Family-friendly celebration of culture, unity, and freedom
• Youth art contest with a $100 prize for the winning design

NEW! A special showing of Black Panther will begin at 7:45 pm. Bring your chairs for a movie on the lawn.

Vendor Information:
Vendor applications are now open for community organizations, food vendors, and artisans selling handmade or locally made products. Third-party/direct sales vendors will not be accepted.

• Application deadline: Friday, May 29 at 5pm
• Vendor fee: $25 upon acceptance
• First consideration given to minority-owned businesses

Youth Art Contest:
Middle and high school students in Alamance County are invited to design the official logo for the 2026 Juneteenth Celebration.

• Artwork must represent Juneteenth themes such as freedom, unity, and culture
• Entries must be original artwork submitted as a .pdf or .png
• Submission deadline: Friday, May 29
• Winner receives featured artwork recognition and a $100 prize

Detailed information can be found online at https://www.burlingtonnc.gov/2942/Juneteenth-Celebration

Questions? Contact Zion Cash at 336-222-5138 or zcash@burlingtonnc.gov.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/burlington/6th-annual-juneteenth-celebration-in-burlington/200030100087915
- **Event Categories**: Art, Contests, Entertainment
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 149

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Burlington
- **state**: NC
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 817 Sharpe Rd, Burlington, NC 27217-1637, United States
- **lat**: 36.11293
- **long**: -79.41979
- **full address**: 817 Sharpe Rd, Burlington, NC 27217-1637, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is 6th Annual Juneteenth Celebration in Burlington being held?
  - **A:** 6th Annual Juneteenth Celebration in Burlington takes place on Fri, 19 Jun, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Fri, 19 Jun, 2026 at 08:00 pm at 817 Sharpe Rd, Burlington, NC 27217-1637, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing 6th Annual Juneteenth Celebration in Burlington?
  - **A:** 6th Annual Juneteenth Celebration in Burlington is organized by Burlington Recreation & Parks.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** 6th Annual Juneteenth Celebration in Burlington is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Burlington, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 140+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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