Celebrate Juneteenth in Montgomery County

This time last year, we as a nation came together to support Black Americans in the wake of a nationwide movement in support of Black Lives Matter. Part of supporting this national movement included observing Juneteenth, a holiday celebrating the emancipation of those who had been enslaved in the southern United States. Now celebrated annually on June 19 throughout the United States, Juneteenth continues to gain national and federal recognition. 

We invite you to join us, here in Montgomery County, as our communities gear up for a day of equal observation and celebration this Juneteenth. 

Juneteenth Flag Raising Ceremony

Montgomery County Courthouse, Norristown | Fri. June 17th | 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.

To observe Juneteenth celebrations, the Montgomery County Courthouse will hold a special ceremony to raise the official Juneteenth flag. 

Greater Norristown NAACP Juneteenth Celebration

Elmwood Park Zoo | Sat. June 18th | 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Head to Elmwood Park Zoo the Greater Norristown NAACP Juneteeth Celebration on Saturday, June 18, and Sunday, June 19th from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM! This family-friendly event will feature live music, animal meet and greets, and keeper chats. On Sunday, June 19, guests will have the opportunity to connect with local organizations in our community.

Charles Blockson Exhibit Opening 

Centre Theatre | Wed. June 15th | 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Join us at the historic opening of "The Charles L. Blockson Exhibition: An African and Afro-American Collection".

Celebrating the life's work of Mr. Blockson, a historian, bibliophile, author, and Norristown Native, "The Charles L. Blockson Exhibition" is the first African American Museum in the County and features an impressive collection of artifacts related to the Global Black experience.

YWCA Tri-County Pottstown 26th Annual Tribute to Exceptional Women and Girls

Meredith Manor | Thurs. June 16th | 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.

For the past 25 years, YWCA Tri-County Area has honored over 200 women who get up, do the work & lift our communities up. Join YWCA Tri-County Area and celebrate the 26th annual Tribute to Exceptional Women & Girls!

This year's gala will be held Thursday, June 16th 2022, from 5-8 PM at the beautiful Meredith Manor in Chester County, PA.

The annual Tribute to Exceptional Women & Girls honors generations of strong, creative, & caring changemakers who lead by example, embrace civic responsibility, and demonstrate exceptional leadership. The evening will include keynote speakers, awards, music, testimonials, raffles, drinks, food, and more! Don't miss this celebration! Get your tickets today!

Jazzy Juneteenth

North Wales Area Library | Fri. June 17th | 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Head to the North Wales Area Library for a Jazzy Juneteenth celebration. Festivities will include vendors, food, and live by artists Joe Patterson, Nathan Harmon, Latasha Montfort, Greg Moore, and Steph D. 

Lansdale Black Business Association Juneteenth Event

Memorial Park, Lansdale | Sat. June 18th | 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

The Black Businesses Association of North Penn is proud to present its 3rd annual Juneteenth Celebration at Lansdale's Memorial Park. Join in the fun, featuring food, live music, crafts, and much more.

Juneteenth Celebration on the Main Line

Mazie B Hall Park | Sat. June 18th | 2 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Come celebrate Juneteenth on the Main Line on June 18^th

Juneteenth Jubilee

Norristown | Sun. June 19th | 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Norristown's Juneteenth Jubilee is surely where you'll want to be this Sunday. Festivities will include live entertainment, vendors, food trucks, and a kids zone 

Montgomery County Juneteenth Celebration

Willow Grove | Sat. June 18th - Sun. June 19th | 1 p.m. - 8 p.m.

The Eastern Montgomery County Juneteenth celebration has brought every demographic together to learn, socialize and make memories. This year the celebration will have events on BOTH Saturday AND Sunday!!! In addition to the festivities, the celebration organizers have also joined together with Abington Township to host a blood drive on Monday. There 5 events over the course of 3 days!