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Juneteenth Celebrations around the Miami Valley

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Juneteenth: Dayton

Dayton celebrates Juneteenth on June 18 at Liberation Park on the corner of N. Broadway St. and Superior Ave. The park will be a lively and welcoming atmosphere where people of all ages can come together to celebrate the historical significance of Juneteenth.  Live music, food, vendors, and educational activities make this a fun-filled and educational event. Get all the details here. Be sure to join the Grammy-winning Rebirth Brass Band for a live concert on Saturday, June 17th from 5:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. as part of a celebration at Levitt Pavilion in downtown Dayton.  The event includes poetry, performances, food, face painting, and more. FREE!

Juneteenth: Huber Heights

The Eichelberger Amphitheater in the Heights is hosting a Juneteenth evening of lively music, great food, and fellowship. Click here for more details.

Juneteenth: Kettering

The Kettering Board of Community Relations and City of Kettering Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts is presenting Emancipation Day in Kettering on Monday, June 19, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Fraze Pavilion. Click here to learn more about the FREE family-friendly activities, live music, food trucks, and local vendors.

Juneteenth: Springfield

Gammon House FatherFest is scheduled for June 17 from 11am to 7pm at 620 Piqua Place 45506. There will food, live music, games, vendors, and more.

Juneteenth: Troy

The 3rd Annual Troy Juneteenth Celebration will be happening On June 16 and 17. The festivities will begin on Friday, June 16 at the Troy-Hayner Cultural Center at 6:30pm. The center will display a children’s art exhibit that explores the theme of celebrating freedom. The display will feature 25 local elementary and secondary students who have submitted their interpretations of the theme. The exhibit will be on display through July 30.

Juneteenth: Troy

Juneteenth Walk will start at 3pm on June 17 at Hobart Food Equipment Group, which is located at 701 South Ridge Avenue. The walk will proceed to McKaig and Race Park, where there will be Juneteenth festivities taking place.


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