Juneteenth Celebration

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the 2026 Juneteenth Celebration: Freedom, Food, and Fellowship. This annual community event brought together residents, businesses, community organizations, performers, and vendors to honor Juneteenth through culture, connection, and shared experiences.

Attendees enjoyed live entertainment, local vendors, delicious food, family-friendly activities, basketball activities, and opportunities to connect with the community while celebrating the significance of Juneteenth.

Entertainment Highlights

Brought to you by Florian Raqueño Productions

DJ – Brandon Dean
Fenix Rising Band
Ms. Vee and a Badass Band

Additional Spotlights

Hip Hop HIITs
Rose City Pep Academy

About Juneteenth

Juneteenth, officially known as Juneteenth National Independence Day, commemorates the emancipation of four million enslaved African Americans. The holiday originated in Galveston, Texas, where Union soldiers arrived on June 19, 1865, bringing news of the abolition of slavery. The following year marked the first official Juneteenth celebration.

Juneteenth also holds special importance in Oregon. Black pioneers have long observed Grand Emancipation Day on January 1 since 1863. In 1945, Clara People, a Kaiser shipyard worker, introduced the Juneteenth tradition to Oregon, building on these enduring legacies.

About the Event

The Washington County Chamber Black Advisory Business Council, in collaboration with community partners, presents this annual celebration to honor the legacy and significance of Juneteenth. This event brings together culture, community, and commerce in a meaningful and engaging way.