Join us for a day of celebration, education, and community at the Boston Juneteenth Freedom Fest! This free public event commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans and celebrates African American culture and contributions.

The City of Boston is proud to partner with Embrace: The Embrace Ideas Festival, a yearly celebration grounded in arts, ideas, culture, and public scholarship, leading up to the Juneteenth holiday. This multi-day gathering brings together local, state, and national leaders to amplify anti-racism and envision a transformed Boston by 2030.

The Embrace Ideas Festival features keynotes, panels, and live music, shining a light on interrupting zero-sum game thinking regarding racial justice and realizing a democracy worthy of us all. The annual Fest is intentionally wrapped around Juneteenth, an essential holiday we uplift for those who have long celebrated it and invite those who may not have had the opportunity yet to join us in building a new national "monument" together.

Juneteenth marks the day in 1865 when Union soldiers, led by General Gordon Granger, arrived in Galveston, Texas, and declared the end of the Civil War, freeing all enslaved persons. Although the Emancipation Proclamation had been official for over two years, slavery persisted in areas beyond Union control. The Union's takeover of Texas effectively liberated the remaining slaves in the state, ending this specific form of slavery in America.

We look forward to coming together as a community for this momentous occasion and honoring this significant day in our history. Join us in celebrating Juneteenth and envisioning a more just and equitable future for all.

The City of Boston is proud to partner with Embrace: The Embrace Ideas Festival, a yearly celebration grounded in arts, ideas, culture, and public scholarship, leading up to the Juneteenth holiday. This multi-day gathering brings together local, state, and national leaders to amplify anti-racism and envision a transformed Boston by 2030.

The Embrace Ideas Festival features keynotes, panels, and live music, shining a light on interrupting zero-sum game thinking regarding racial justice and realizing a democracy worthy of us all. Our annual Fest is intentionally wrapped around Juneteenth, an essential holiday we uplift for those who have long celebrated it and invite those who may not have had the opportunity yet to join us in building a new national "monument" together.

Juneteenth marks the day in 1865 when Union soldiers, led by General Gordon Granger, arrived in Galveston, Texas, and declared the end of the Civil War, freeing all enslaved persons. Although the Emancipation Proclamation had been official for over two years, slavery persisted in areas beyond Union control. The Union's takeover of Texas effectively liberated the remaining slaves in the state, ending this specific form of slavery in America.

We look forward to coming together as a community for this momentous occasion and honoring this significant day in our history. Join us in celebrating Juneteenth and envisioning a more just and equitable future for all.

Tickets

Join us on Saturday, June 15, 2024 for a Juneteenth Celebration at Franklin Park! Enjoy picnics, barbecues, music, dancing and more at the Shattuck Picnic Grove and all over the park.

We're connecting Boston’s older adults to information, resources, benefits, savings, programs, and more! The event is free and open to the public. Learn about:

• Senior discounts
• Transportation
• City of Boston services
• Fuel assistance
• In-home care
• Food resources
• Health insurance
• Volunteer opportunities
• Memory loss resources
• Emergency services

Light refreshments and raffles will be provided. To RSVP, call Age Strong at 617-635-4366 or click the link below:

RSVP for the Event

Free and open to the public!

Connect with tablers who can help you with:

• Money Saving Benefits
• Health and Wellness Resources
• Transportation Services
• Activities and Events
• Food, Fuel, and Housing
• Volunteer Opportunities

May 15, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Our Lady of the Annunciation Melkite Catholic Cathedral

7 VFW Parkway, West Roxbury

To RSVP, call Age Strong at 617-635-4366 or visit the link below.

RSVP for the Age Strong Resource Fair

Come by City Hall Plaza (above the Civic Pavilion) to say hello to our teams and partners and learn how you can Go Green and Save Green all year long. City staff and others will be providing information on how you can help us go carbon neutral along with other exciting climate initiatives! Enjoy a short speaking program, games, activities, and pick up some swag!