Celebrate Juneteenth 2026
Last updated: June 9, 2026, at 1:15 p.m. PT
Originally published: June 9, 2026, at 12:08 p.m. PT
Local Events Honoring Black History, Culture, and Joy
Juneteenth is a celebration of freedom and an opportunity to honor Black history, culture, and leadership. Across our region, people gather through art, music, education, and community events that recognize the significance of this day and its lasting impact.
At the YMCA of Greater Seattle, we believe strong communities learn from one another and celebrate the experiences that shape our region. This Juneteenth, we invite you to join us at a YMCA event or attend one of the many celebrations taking place throughout the Puget Sound area.
Celebrate Juneteenth with the YMCA
Juneteenth Sip & Paint Family Event
Join us for an evening of creativity and connection as families come together to celebrate Juneteenth through art. Email Nikita Love at Nlove@seattleymca.org to register.
📅 Friday, June 19, 2026 | 6:00–8:00 pm
📍 Meredith Mathews East Madison YMCA
Arcadia Juneteenth Festival
Enjoy food, activities, resource tabling, and live performances as we celebrate freedom and unity. This event is free and open to the public.
📅 Thursday, June 18 | 1:00 –5:00 pm
📍 Arcadia Drop-In Center
Featured Community Events
Juneteenth Celebration: “The Sound of Connection”
Hosted by the Northwest African American Museum (NAAM), this is one of Seattle's largest Juneteenth celebrations, featuring live performances, local artists, community vendors, family activities, workshops, and a FIFA World Cup watch party. Free museum admission.
📅 Friday, June 19 | 10:00 am–5:00 pm
📍 Judkins Park & NAAM | Seattle
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Africatown Summer of Soul Juneteenth Festival
Community conversations, cultural experiences, and festival activities that honor freedom, resilience, and Black history. Includes virtual and in-person opportunities to learn, reflect, and connect.
📅 Friday, June 19 | 12:00–8:00 pm
📍 Jimi Hendrix Park | Seattle
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Seattle Juneteenth Community Celebration
Hosted by the Pan African Center for Empowerment (PACE), this celebration honors Black economic freedom, creativity, innovation, and culture through performances, speakers, and community activities.
📅 Friday, June 19 | 9:00 am–6:00 pm
📍 The Union & Second Avenue Plaza | Seattle
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Juneteenth WA: A Road to Economic Freedom
Washington’s largest Juneteenth celebration featuring music, food, vendors, cultural programming, and community resources..
📅 Friday, June 19 | 12:00–6:00 pm
📍 Lemay Car Museum | Tacoma
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Juneteenth Commemoration
A free evening of storytelling, music, and dance featuring Eva Abram of Rainwater Storytelling, Jason Turner, Naby Camara, Baba Kauna Mujamal, and Kamau Ron Taplin.
📅 Thursday, June 18 | 4:00 am–6:00 pm
📍 Washington State History Museum | Tacoma
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Juneteenth: A Freedom Celebration
A day to learn, reflect, and rejoice together with food, live music and dance performances, story time, vendor market, and a community resource fair.
📅 Saturday, June 13 | 11:30 am–4:30 pm
📍 KCLS Federal Way Library | Federal Way
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Looking for More Juneteenth Events?
The ACLU of Washington maintains a statewide calendar of Juneteenth celebrations, educational programs, performances, and community gatherings throughout Washington. Event information is provided by individual organizers and may change, so we recommend confirming details directly with the host organization before attending.