Celebrate Juneteenth in Spokane
Jessica Fisher, Public Information Coordinator, No Phone Number Available
Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 10:12 a.m.
Juneteenth marks the anniversary of the day that General Gordon Granger rode into Galveston, Texas, announcing that all 250,000+ previously enslaved Black Americans in Texas were now free. General Granger’s historic June 19, 1865, announcement came over two years AFTER President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation on January 1, 1863. Juneteenth is also referred to as Freedom Day, Jubilee Day, Emancipation Day, and Liberation Day.
The City of Spokane invites the community to join some of the many Juneteenth celebrations in our community.
- Father’s Day BBQ – Sunday, June 15, 2 – 5 p.m., Blessings and Beyond, 12928 E. Mansfield Avenue Suite #1
Inland Northwest Juneteenth Coalition and Locked In Fathers Alliance are hosting a free Father’s Day BBQ honoring fathers, male mentors, and father figures who play an important role in their children’s lives or the children they mentor or raise. Enjoy delicious food hot off the grill, real conversations, music, and recognition for all you do! RSVP now.
- Juneteenth Celebration – Thursday, June 19, 12 – 4 p.m., Grant Park, 1015 S. Arthur Street
Join Inland Northwest Juneteenth Coalition’s Juneteenth Celebration at Grant Park! There will be live music, entertainment, food, local vendors, and more.
- Juneteenth Fire Side Chat with Cliff Avril – Thursday, June 19, 6 – 8:30 p.m., Gonzaga Hemmingson Center, 702 E. Desmet Avenue
Spokane NAACP is hosting a Juneteenth Fire Side Chat with Cliff Avril, Seattle Seahawks Super Bowl champion and philanthropist. Enjoy live music from Alethea, food, and meaningful conversation.
- Spokane Indians King Carl Night – Thursday, June 19, 6:35 p.m., Avista Stadium, 602 N. Havana Street
Join the Spokane Indians in celebrating the life and legacy of local civil rights activist and champion boxer, Carl Maxey. Players will be wearing specialty King Carl jerseys that will be auctioned off to benefit the Sandy Williams Fund.
- Pillar Awards – Friday, June 20, 6 – 9 p.m., The Fox, 1001 W. Sprague Avenue
The 12th Annual Pillar Awards celebrate those who help uplift the African American community in Spokane. This night will be full of culture, education, community, and fun! RSVP for this free event online.
- Soul Food Fest & Resource Fair – Saturday, June 21, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m., MLK Center, 500 S. Stone Street
Celebrate Juneteenth at the MLK Center! Enjoy soul food while gathering information about local resources.
- The Art of Us – A Juneteenth Celebration – Saturday, June 21, 6 – 9 p.m., 811 W. 2nd Avenue
The Art of Us is a Juneteenth celebration honoring the joy, community, and artistic expression of Black culture. This free community event brings together live performances, visual art, movement, and music!
Spokane City Hall, Spokane Municipal Court, and Spokane Public Library branches are closed on Juneteenth. City parking meters and kiosks do not require payments on that day; remember even when parking is free on holidays, all parking rules still apply.
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