2025 Juneteenth Celebrations in Philadelphia
Ways to celebrate liberation, culture, and joy with your family
Juneteenth is a holiday commemorating the day when the last enslaved Black people in Texas were freed by Union soldiers on June 19, 1865. Black Americans have celebrated the holiday since 1866, but it was only recognized as a federal holiday in 2021.
There are many ways to celebrate Juneteenth in Philadelphia this year, from special museum programs and block parties, to the big parade and festival. Join the fun at one of these family-friendly events.
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Where to Celebrate Juneteenth in Philadelphia
Philadelphia is celebrating Juneteenth with exciting family-friendly events happening throughout the city. From museum festivals to the nation’s largest parade, there’s something for everyone.
Juneteenth: A Celebration of Freedom at Penn Museum
3260 South Street, Philadelphia
June 14, 2025 from 10 am – 6 pm
Celebrate freedom, heritage, and community at Penn Museum. Free and open to the public, this Juneteenth festival includes performances, DJ sets, storytelling, and all-ages activities. There will be a community marketplace where you can support Black-owned businesses, and local food trucks with tasty bites.
Philadelphia Juneteenth Festival at Johnson House Historic Site
6306 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia
June 14, 2025 from 12 pm – 7 pm
Johnson House Historic Site is hosting its 19th annual Philadelphia Juneteenth Festival! This celebration has offerings for the whole family, from panel discussions to performance arts and historic tours. Enjoy a vendor marketplace and food trucks with all kinds of goodies available for purchase. The event is free to attend.
Juneteenth at Please Touch Museum
4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia
June 19, 2025 from 9:30 am – 4:30 pm
Kids always have a fantastic time celebrating holidays at Please Touch Museum. For Juneteenth, they can add to a community painting, listen to a story about a special summer, enjoy a performance by the Chocolate Ballerina Company, print their own tote bags, and do a cool science workshop.
Juneteenth Block Party and Free Museum Day at AAMP
701 Arch Street, Philadelphia
June 19, 2025 from 10 am – 7 pm
Head to the African American Museum in Philadelphia for their Juneteenth Block Party & Free Museum Day. In partnership with Wawa and Welcome America, AAMP is hosting a family-friendly outdoor festival full of games, education, and entertainment. Some of the entertainment will be provided by Grammy Award-winning Philadelphia native DJ Drama and hip-hop legends DJ Kid Capri and Slick Rick. Guests can also enjoy free admission to check out the museum’s newest exhibitions.
Philadelphia Juneteenth Parade and Festival
South Concourse Drive (across from the Mann Center) & Malcolm X Park (52nd & Pine), Philadelphia
June 22, 2025 from 10 am to 8 pm
Come and cheer on the largest Juneteenth parade in the nation. The Philadelphia Juneteenth Parade and Festival includes a Marketplace & Art in the Park with over 250 vendors, a Youth Pavilion, and a Music Festival for all ages.
More Philadelphia Juneteenth Events
Philadelphia’s Juneteenth celebrations offer meaningful ways to honor freedom and connect with community. Find more Philly events celebrating this important date in American history in our calendar listing below.
Juneteenth: A Celebration of Freedom at Penn Museum
Penn Museum 3260 South St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesBring the whole family for a festival filled with joyful performance, live DJ sets, captivating storytelling, and hands-on activities for all ages. Support Black-owned businesses at a community marketplace or grab a bite from local food trucks. The Juneteenth Festival will open access to the Penn Museum’s […]
Philadelphia Juneteenth Festival at Johnson House Historic Site
Johnson House Historic Site 6306 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesCelebrate Juneteenth and the passage and ratification of the 13th Amendment to the US Constitution that commemorates African Americans as free and slavery ended. Features all-day family-oriented activities: social issue panel discussion, reenactments, food trucks, performance arts, exhibits, vendor marketplace, resource tables, and historic tours.
Juneteenth at Please Touch Museum
Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesJoin Please Touch Museum in celebration of liberation and innovation. Enjoy Museum programming celebrating the Black experience, including special performances, activities, and workshops.
Celebrate The Stories of Black Revolutionaries this Juneteenth at the Museum of the American Revolution
Museum of the American Revolution 101 S 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesCelebrate Juneteenth, the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the legal abolition of slavery in the United States, with the Museum of the American Revolution on Thursday, June 19, 2025! In its galleries and online, the Museum will delve into the lesser-known stories of Black men […]
Juneteenth Block Party and Free Museum Day at AAMP
The African American Museum in Philadelphia 701 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesJoin the African American Museum in Philadelphia for "Audacious Freedom: Celebrating 160 Years of Emancipation", a Juneteenth block party including free museum admission! This family-friendly outdoor festival will be led by Philadelphia’s own Patty Jackson from iHeart Radio and WDAS-FM, featuring Grammy Award-winning DJ and […]
Juneteenth at Eastern State Penitentiary
Eastern State Penitentiary 2027 Fairmount Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesJoin Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site this Juneteenth for a meaningful day of reflection, learning, and community connection. Explore the powerful links between American history, mass incarceration, and the continuing struggle for racial justice through engaging programs that encourage dialogue, deepen understanding, and inspire civic […]
Juneteenth Pop Up Market: Highlighting Black Makers
Independence Visitor Center 599 Market St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesTo celebrate Juneteenth, Art Star will be spotlighting some of the incredible Black makers that they have been working with over the years. Come out and support a bunch of amazing Black owned, small businesses in one spot!
Philadelphia’s own Millennial Juneteenth
48th and Woodland Playground 48th & Woodland Playground, PhiladelphiaMillennial Juneteenth returns for its sixth annual Juneteenth Festival, set to take place at the 48th & Woodland Playground! The 2025 event, themed “Black Outside,” invites people of all ages to enjoy an exciting lineup that includes shopping with Black-owned vendors, live music, dance, poetry […]
3rd Annual Juneteenth Wine & Arts Festival
Cherry Street Pier 121 N Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesThe Women's Coalition for Empowerment, Inc. is in partnership with the Delaware River Waterfront Corporation for the 3rd Annual Juneteenth Wine & Arts Festival! This event celebrates Juneteenth and Black culture through wine tastings, art exhibits, and live music performances. This is a family-friendly event […]
Philadelphia Juneteenth Parade and Festival
Malcolm X Park 5100 Pine Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesThe Philadelphia Juneteenth Parade and Festival, started by the Pennsylvania Juneteenth Initiative, is the largest annual celebration in the nation attended by thousands where we join together to have fun, embrace our history and continue the tradition of Kujichagulia (self-determination). Over the past five years, […]
Lead photo courtesy of Philadelphia Juneteenth Parade and Festival.
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