University City Juneteenth Art Fest 2025

Welcome to the 2025 University City Juneteenth Art Fest!

Come join us for a day filled with creativity, culture, and community at Shoppes at University Place, Lakefront. Celebrate Juneteenth with artists showcasing their work, live music performances, dancers, games and giveaways, vendors, and free interactive painting activities for all ages.

Explore the vibrant art scene in University City and support talented creators while enjoying a fun-filled day outdoors. Don't miss out on this opportunity to immerse yourself in the rich history and artistic expressions of Juneteenth!

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• Would you like to attend or paint your own Juneteenth-themed art with the artists? Go ahead and reserve a spot so we can have the materials and vibes ready for you!

Performances Include:

• DJ Jason Brown, esteemed grandson of musical legend James Brown and official event DJ
• GB3, viral recording artist redefining hip-hop with their electrifying blend of rock punk and rockstar energy creating a bold immersive experience that captivates inspires
• DEVN, local multi-instrumentalist R&B veteran and guest performer with Lute at Dreamville 2021, 2023, and 2024
• Tracei, emerging Florida rapper and Johnson C. Smith graduate using her voice to advocate for the voiceless
• Ayah the Light, viral RnB sensation will be bringing her "Good Vibes" and healing music
• TwinNation Dance Crew, professional dancers/twins Santae and Sanwone Benjamin, who’ve performed at the Super Bowl and World of Dance
• Boris "Bluz" Rogers, Emmy Award winner, Slam Master of Slam Charlotte, and Poet Laureate for the Harvey B. Gantt
• Jay Ward, National Slam champion, Individual World Poetry Slam champion, and Charlotte's inaugural Poet Laureate
• Nira Love, owner of Nira Love’s Fashion Brand, boutique owner and celebrity stylist will produce the Juneteenth-themed fashion show
• Mimi V, local artist performing all over Charlotte and in 2023 released her first EP, “Transitions”
• DDA Tink, soulful hip hop artist and songwriter with the ability to alternate from rap to harmonizing hooks; labeled “the quiet storm”
• Kingston “Drummer King” Price, 9, has wowed audiences with his drumming at Charlotte SHOUT, CLT Kids Fest, Charlotte Knights games, UCity Lights, and more.
• DJ Claude Whitfield, founder of Backspinz Music Academy and community musical activist nurturing the next generation of musicians
• DSquared², a dynamic saxophonist blending Jazz, Afrobeats, and R&B, with standout performances at the Unplugged Series and the 2025 Charlotte Wine and Hops Fest
• Katris "Ms. Pillowalks" Wright, the official cohost of the Juneteenth Art Fest, is an award-winning podcast host, media personality, and talent coach known for her dynamic presence on red carpets and syndicated radio
• Dru Billions, owner of Uptown Inde, and official emcee of the Juneteenth Art Fest!

Janeva Tyree, curator and art lead, provided creative direction, conceptualizing event activities in response to the community's desire for artistic expression and cultural celebration.

The festival aims to educate attendees of all ages and backgrounds on the historical and cultural significance of Juneteenth through African American art exhibitions, performances and activities, providing a platform for learning and fostering connections in the community.

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The University City Juneteenth Art Fest is brought to you by our sponsors:

• University City Partners
• ASC Culture Blocks — a community partnership funded by Mecklenburg County in partnership with the University City Library.
• Atrium Health
• Parks Automotive Group
• Piedmont Natural Gas
• Truliant
• Walmart

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