Here's ways you can celebrate Juneteenth 2025 in the Twin Cities
Thursday is Juneteenth, and there are plenty of events in the Twin Cities providing opportunities to celebrate, learn and come together.
Here's how you can Juneteenth in the Twin Cities this year.
Thursday, June 19
Minnesota Orchestra Classical Concerts, Juneteenth: Celebration of Freedom
When: 7 p.m.
Where: Orchestra Hall, 1111 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis
Hear pieces written and performed by Black artists alongside the Minnesota Orchestra. Guests can also visit the vendor space in the lobby featuring 10 African-American-owned businesses.
Juneteenth Minnesota: West Broadway Block Party
When: 12 to 6 p.m.
Where: West Broadway from Lyndale to Emerson Avenues North, Minneapolis
Live music and entertainment, dozens of Black-owned businesses, kids' mini carnival, slave history exhibition, DIY activities, giveaways and freebies.
Soul of the Southside Juneteenth Festival
When: 12 to 8 p.m.
Where: Corner of East Lake Street and Minnehaha Avenue, Minneapolis
Live music, art galleries, Black-owned vending market, storytelling, drum circles, food trucks, dance performances and more.
Juneteenth Tours at Fort Snelling
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Historic Fort Snelling, 200 Tower Ave., St. Paul
Take a tour focusing on African American history at Fort Snelling from its inception in 1819 through the 1880s.
Waltz for Debbie: A Juneteenth Tribute to Debbie Duncan
When: 7 p.m.
Where: The Dakota Jazz Club, 1010 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis
The Wolverines Jazz Quartet leads a tribute to the legendary jazz vocalist Debbie Duncan. Vocalists Judi Vinar and Dennis Spears will also share songs and stories.
2025 Rondo Juneteenth Celebration
When: 12 to 5 p.m.
Where: Rondo Commemorative Plaza, 820 Rondo Ave., St. Paul
Speeches from public officials, featured food venors, exhibitors and displays.
Edina's Juneteenth Celebration
When: 3 to 7 p.m.
Where: Centennial Lakes Park, 7499 France Ave. S., Edina
Musical performances, a keynote speaker, food vendors, fishing lessons and more.
Maple Grove's Juneteenth Celebration
When: 5 to 9 p.m.
Where: Town Green, 7991 Main St., Maple Grove
Vendor fair, food trucks, kids' activities and live entertainment.
Juneteenth Minnesota 2025
When: 12 to 6 p.m.
Where: West Broadway Avenue, Minneapolis
Live entertainment, mini-carnival and youth explorations, slave exhibition, water sports, health and wellness fair, competitions, car show, fresh food and more.
Juneteenth at MIA
When: 5 p.m.
Where: Minneapolis Institute of Art, 2400 3rd Ave. S., Minneapolis
Listen to LAAMAR and special guests Kashimana, Gifted Handz and Fanaka Nation.
Saturday, June 21
Juneteenth Minnesota — A Family Celebration
When: 12 to 6 p.m.
Where: Minnesota State Capitol, 75 Rev Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd., St. Paul
Features live music, vendors, arts and entertainment, awards and scholarships.
Brooklyn Park's Juneteenth Celebration
When: 1 to 5 p.m.
Where: North Hennepin Community College, 7411 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park
Live performances, parade, youth talent show, bouncy house, arts and crafts, and food vendors.
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