Juneteenth marks the day when federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas in 1865 to take control of the state and ensure that all enslaved people be freed. The troops’ arrival came a full two and a half years after the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation. Juneteenth honors the end to slavery in the United States and is considered the longest-running African American holiday. On June 17, 2021, it officially became a federal holiday. Juneteenth 2024 will occur on Wednesday, June 19. More about the history of Juneteenth is available at https://www.history.com/news/what-is-juneteenth.
COMMUNITY CELEBRATIONS
FRI JUNE 14-16 MARIETTA CELEBRATES JUNETEENTH In Marietta, the Juneteenth celebrations are filled with various activities that engage the community in meaningful ways. The Cobb County Branch of the NAACP, in conjunction with the City of Marietta, is hosting the 21st annual Juneteenth Weekend Celebration in Marietta Square from June 14-16, 2024. This weekend kicks off with the All White Party on Friday from 7-11 pm, featuring the sounds of DJ Boogie. The heart of the celebration is the Cultural Festival on Saturday from 10 am-7 pm. This festival features an array of over 100 food and merchandise vendors, a health fair, children’s area, and a rich lineup of entertainment. On Sunday, Father’s Day, the celebration culminates with “A Salute to Fathers” from 2-6 pm. Admission to the festival is free. More information at Cobb NAACP.ORG.
SAT JUNE 15 KENNESAW’S JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION The Kennesaw Police Department and its Citizen’s Advisory Board announces the fourth annual “One Community: A Juneteenth Celebration of Unity” on Saturday, June 15 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Swift-Cantrell Park. The greater Kennesaw community is invited to join in family-friendly activities like bouncy houses, police and fire truck displays, entertainment, and a historical Juneteenth presentation. The community “Unity Walk” state at 11 a.m. and more than 30 vendors, including food trucks, will participate at the event.
SAT JUNE 15 ACWORTH’S JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION Concert on the Green Concert on the Green: A Juneteenth Celebration will take place at Logan Farm Park on Saturday, June 15, 2024. The event opens at 5:00 p.m. with live music taking place from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Food and refreshments will be available for purchase. This year, Bogey and the Viceroy will headline the concert event during an evening filled with fun and celebration of freedom and community! For more information www.visitacworth.com, click on events and scroll down to June 15 
SAT JUNE 15 ACWORTH HISTORIC TOURS Acworth is proud to highlight its rich history by opening three significant landmarks for public tours June 15th Visitors can explore the historical significance of these sites: Bethel A.M.E Church, 4826 School St. Acworth, Ga 30101, Zion Hill Missionary Baptist Church, 4255 Taylor St, Acworth, Ga 30101 and Rosenwald Schoolhouse, 4410 Cherokee St, Acworth, Ga 30101 (pictured). Tours will be available on June 15th at the following times: 5:30 PM, 6:00 PM, and 6:30 PM. Each tour lasts approximately 10-15 minutes. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about Acworth’s past before enjoying the main event—the Juneteenth Concert at Logan Farm Park.
