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
