06/17/2026
8 WAYS TO CELEBRATE JUNETEENTH IN FORT WORTH
Fort Worth is the true heart of Juneteenth history, largely thanks to our own Dr. Opal Lee, who successfully campaigned to make it a national holiday. If you are looking for ways to honor, celebrate, and connect this week, here is your roundup of essential community experiences across the city.
6/19 OPAL’S WALK FOR FREEDOM
Join the “Grandmother of Juneteenth” herself, Dr. Opal Lee, for a historic edition of her annual 2.5-mile walk as the community rallies to celebrate her 100th birthday milestone! The symbolic route honors the time it took for the news of freedom to reach Texas.
📍Will Rogers Square | 9am
6/11-20 FREEDOM VIBES
A multi-day festival bringing nostalgic joy to the city with themed concert nights featuring legendary 80s and 90s R&B lineups.
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6/19 JUNETEENTH GIVEBACK KICKBACK
This massive community gathering features a market of local Black-owned businesses, tequila tastings, yoga, and kids’ activities. Make sure to bring non-perishables as they’re hosting a canned food drive benefiting ! Plus, stay for a late-night kickback featuring 97.9’s DJ Juug Master Jay, an open game room, and incredible cocktails.
📍Hotel Dryce | 11am-4pm & 8pm-12am
6/19 JUNETEENTH BLACK ART TOUR
Hop on the party bus for a curated, immersive journey exploring incredible Black art, artists, and galleries.
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6/19 FREEDOM DAY CELEBRATION
A massive late-night celebration with DJ Chief and specials all night, including $1 wings, $6 catfish baskets, and $7 Hennessy shots.
📍Southbound Tavern | 9pm
6/20 JUNETEENTH LEGACY BREAKFAST
A powerful morning event hosted by 1K Women Strong , honoring Dr. Opal Lee, Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett, & other trailblazing movement leaders.
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6/20 JUNETEENTH PARADE
Bring the whole family out to line the streets for the annual community parade sponsored by Chef’s Corner.📍Sycamore Park | 11am
6/20
Head to the Stockyards as the nation’s longest-running Black touring rodeo takes over .
📍Cowtown Coliseum | 1:30pm & 7:30pm
