St. Pete Standard

June 12, 2024 - Juneteenth, officially Juneteenth National Independence Day, is a federal holiday celebrated annually on June 19 to commemorate the ending of slavery in the U.S. The St. Petersburg community will observe this significant day with various local events celebrating freedom, culture, and community while recognizing the importance of Juneteenth.

Residents are encouraged to support Black-owned businesses, educate themselves on the historical significance of Juneteenth, and participate in community events. A reading list curated by the St. Pete Libraries team is available at https://splibraries.libguides.com/juneteenth24.

Phyllis Wheatley Rise to Read Campaign

Thursday, June 13 - Sunday, June 16

Various locations and times

Residents are encouraged to fly the Pan-African flag and join activities for all ages.

https://www.pwrtrc.org/juneteenth2024

Saturday Shoppes: Freedom Fest

Saturday, June 15

4-8 p.m.

Tropicana Field Lot 1, 1 Tropicana Dr.

The Shoppes are an outdoor event focusing on small business growth in individual cities.

https://www.saturdayshoppes.com

Good Stock Out of St. Pete Juneteenth Festival and Mentorship Expo

Sunday, June 16

10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Williams Park, 350 2nd Ave. N

This event will highlight African Americans who have made significant contributions to St. Petersburg in Arts, Medicine, Education, Sports, and more.

https://www.goodstockstpete.org/juneteenth-festival

2024 Juneteenth Gospel Fest

Sunday, June 16

4-6 p.m.

Deuces Corner Bandshell, Corner of 9th Ave. S and 22nd St. S

Juneteenth Gospel Fest will feature talented gospel singers from Tampa Bay and soul food offerings.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-pwrtrc-gospel-fest-and-old-fashioned-soul-food-picnic-tickets

Shades of Pride Juneteenth Event – St Pete Pride and Metro Inclusive Health

The Factory, 2606 Fairfield Ave. S.

Day 1 - Friday, June 14: Prequel to Ballroom (5:30 p.m.), Poetry Slam (8 p.m.), Night Party (11 p.m.)

Day 2 - Saturday, June 15: Panel discussions (1 p.m.), live musical performances (7 p.m.), The Honors Ball (11 p.m.)

St Pete Pride's Shades of Pride Juneteenth Celebration is a two-day Art and Music Festival showcasing the Black and Brown LGBTQIA+ experience through art, culture, music, and panel discussions.

https://www.stpetepride.org/events/shades-of-pride-2024

Juneteenth Music Festival

Saturday, June 15

4-9 p.m.

Albert Whitted Park, 480 Bayshore Dr.

The live outdoor concert will feature headliner Shawn Brown and Tampa’s Beat Down Band with their signature R&B and soul sound.

https://www.eventbrite.com

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