Juneteenth Love

This year marked the first year that Broward County celebrated the Juneteenth holiday. It is now a federal holiday, thanks to President Joe Biden. It has been observed as a day of freedom in Pompano Beach for many years with the Sweet Potatoe festival held at Apollo Park, XX.

It’s a festive occasion that recognizes the liberation of slaves in the United States. This year, many other cities expanded their efforts and held their own celebrations. Here is a photo recap.

Free Events for All

#1 Entertainment and Parade in Deerfield

June 19, from 12 p.m. – 7 p.m. a parade starts at noon, then entertainment and festivities follow

Entertainment package

2.25 p.m. – Markus Howell & The Soul Collective

2.50 p.m. – Maverick Entertainment “Juneteenth” Movie

3.15 p.m. – Markus Howell & The Soul Collective

Festivities package – 445SW 2nd Street, recreation complex, Deerfield Beach

Entertainment

Car show

Food trucks

Black History Mobile Museum

Simple Rules

No coolers

No alcohol

Adhere to distancing

#2 Tamarac

June 19, from 10.00 a.m. – 12.00 p.m. at Caporella Park near Prospect Road, Tamarac 33321

Included in the package – DJ, Ice cream, African dance performance

#3 Coral Springs

From 5.00 p.m. – 9 p.m. at Sportsplex, Coral Springs, 2575 Sportsplex Drive

Entertainment package

Singer-songwriter – Riggins Kat

#4 Rock The Mic

June 17, from 8.00 pm, features different live entertainment, located in Deluxe Restaurant, North Lauderdale 33068, 998SW 82st Avenue

Paid Events – Little Fees

#1 Wine Festival & Black Music

12.00 p.m. – 10.00 p.m., June 19 at Fort Lauderdale 33309, 4900 Powerline Road

Price – early $22.85, at the door $30

Included

Crisp Eatery and Bar

Music

Comedy

#2 Black Art Brunch

June 19, from 12.00 p.m. – 4.00 p.m. age 21 and older. Located at Fort Lauderdale 33301, 541 NW First Avenue.

Price $28.16 – $44.06