Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation is offering up several Juneteenth celebrations and activities at local recreation centers and a senior center. Most of these events are for those age 55+.
Learn about other Juneteenth celebrations in the Charlotte area!
Juneteenth marks the day when the last enslaved African American people learned about emancipation.
Meck County Park and Recreation Juneteenth Events
Juneteenth T-Shirt Decorating
Tuesday, June 14th, 2022
1 to 3 p.m.
Eastway Recreation Center
3150 Eastway Park Drive, Charlotte
$10 for resident; $12 for non-resident
Age 55+
Bring a t-shirt to decorate to wear at our Juneteenth celebration later this week! Decorations will be provided, must bring your own shirt. We recommend a black, red, yellow, or green shirt.
Juneteenth Celebration
Thursday, June 16th, 2022
11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Eastway Recreation Center
3150 Eastway Park Drive, Charlotte
Free
Age 55+
Music, line dancing, story telling, food, African drummers, and more.
Juneteenth Educational Brunch
Wednesday, June 17th, 2022
10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Tyvola Senior Center
2225 Tyvola Road, Charlotte
$5 for resident; $6 for non-resident
Age 55+
Join us for brunch as we learn the history of Juneteenth and celebrate the freedom of African American society. For more information, contact us at 980-314-1320 or TyvolaSeniorCenter@MeckNC.gov.
Juneteenth Jubilee
Saturday, June 18th, 2022
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
David Waymer Recreation Center
14008 Holbrooks Road, Huntersville, NC
Free
This event will feature authentic African food, dance, design and traditions. There will be face painting, arts & crafts, music and fun for the whole family.
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