In this file photo, Rickey Allenbush, Sketch71, works on a commissioned painting during the Tucson's 2023 Juneteenth Festival. This year's Juneteenth festival will be held June 20 at Kino Sports Complex.
From art showcases to the annual festival at Kino, here's a list of how you can celebrate Juneteenth in Tucson.
Juneteenth Festival
The 56th annual Tucson Juneteenth Festival will include live entertainment, food, vendors and kid-friendly activities.
When: 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday June 20.
Where: Kino Sports Complex, 2500 E Ajo Way.
Cost: Free
Visit the event page for more information.
Art show and expo
The Drawing Studio Inc. presents its third annual Juneteenth Art Expo. An African-centered Bazaar will include clothes, jewelry and other accessories. There will also be a chance to meet local Pan-African chefs and have a taste of culture and history with 10 different core ingredients. The Art Exhibition and Gallery sale is open through June 30.
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When: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday June 19.
Where: The Drawing Studio, 2760 N. Tucson Blvd.
Cost: Free
Visit the event page for more information.
Professionals social
Join professionals, leaders and entrepreneurs for a night of networking and celebration at the Playground during the Black Professionals Social, which will feature drinks, dancing and hors d’oeuvres.
When: 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Friday June 19.
Where: Playground rooftop, 278 E Congress St.
Cost: Free
Visit the event page for more information.
Art and fashion
Learn more about the various meanings and significance of chapeaux worn by Pan-Africans through the Art and Fashion Showcase at the YWCA Women Business Center of Southern Arizona.
When: 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday June 18.
Where: YWCA, 525 N Bonita Ave
Cost: Free
Visit the event page for more information.
