Juneteenth, a holiday commemorating the Emancipation Proclamation in the United States, is this week. Here's everything to know.

Avery Gibson directs "Cataract House" bringing to life the story of John Morrison, a revolutionary figure in the Underground Railroad, at Empty Space Theater June 19th.

Kennett Square heralds itself as the mushroom capital of the world. But what many people don't know is that it was a crucial stop for freedom seekers on the Underground Railroad.

The 2025 Black Wall Street Block Party is a Juneteenth celebration organized by the Salem-Keizer National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. The event celebrates freedom, resilience and Black excellence, according to organizers.

Galveston celebrates the 160th Juneteenth anniversary with a week of events honoring emancipation and African American culture. GALVESTON, Texas — Galveston is marking the 160th anniversary of Juneteenth with a week of celebrations honoring the legacy of emancipation and African American culture.

Celebrate Juneteenth New York City-style with performances, workshops, discussions, family activities, screenings, and concerts.

The Salisbury-Rowan NAACP is gearing up for a special rendition of its annual Juneteenth Celebration, adding events such as tours of local landmarks and more to the five-day event in honor of its 30th anniversary.

Juneteenth will be recognized in the Friendly City this weekend with a variety of events, from a concert chronicling the history of black music in America to a soul food cook-off. Celebrations for the holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States will kick off with a Heritage Port ceremony on

Saturday afternoon in Aurora, the African American Men of Unity hosted its 24th annual Juneteenth celebration, a community-wide, four-hour party at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park at 51 N.

An augmented reality-based website will help visitors peel back the layers of a historic — and nearly forgotten — burial ground in Portsmouth. It's one of several ways the Black Heritage Trail of New Hampshire is commemorating Juneteenth.