2026 Juneteenth Celebrations in and around Portland

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Celebrate Juneteenth at these community gatherings throughout the Portland area.

Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day, is a federal holiday that celebrates the end of slavery in the United States. It commemorates the June 19, 1865, announcement of the abolition of slavery and the emancipation of African American slaves.

In 2021, Juneteenth was finally made a federal holiday. Events held on Juneteenth honor this monumental change in American history through celebration, education, advocacy and bringing communities together. 

Here’s a list of Juneteenth celebrations in and around Portland. 

Is your community hosting a Juneteenth event? Send me a message with the event details.

2026 Juneteenth Celebrations in and around Portland

Juneteenth Celebration at The Miracles Club

June 19

Join the Miracles Club for a Juneteenth Celebration from 12-6 p.m. on Friday, June 19. There’s food, music, guest speakers, vendors and kids activities. Everyone is welcome at this free event. 

The Miracles Club is at 4200 NE MLK Jr Blvd. in Portland.

Free Entrance at Oregon and Washington Parks

June 19

On Friday, June 19, there are opportunities to get outdoors and explore our local parks and recreation areas: 

• Free Parking Day at Portland Metro Parks
• Free Entrance Day at Washington State Parks

You can also get free parking all day in downtown Portland. 

MESO Makers Market Juneteenth Celebration

June 19

Attend the annual Juneteenth Celebration at MESO Makers Market. Shop from local Black-owned and multicultural vendors, enjoy food and beverages and live music. The free, family-friendly event is from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

MESO Makers Market is at 376 NE Sumner St. in Portland.

Photo courtesy of City of Lake Oswego

Juneteenth Celebration in Lake Oswego

June 19

Get ready for an afternoon of connection at the Juneteenth Celebration at Lakeridge Middle School on Friday, June 19, from 1 to 4 p.m. Learn about the importance of Juneteenth and ways to keep the conversation going on anti-racism and social justice at this free community event. There’s a keynote address, performances, student art gallery and vendor booths.

The Juneteenth Celebration in Lake Oswego is a free event at Lakeridge Middle School is at 4700 Jean Rd. in Lake Oswego.

Logo courtesy of Juneteenth Oregon

Juneteenth Oregon Parade and Festival

June 20

The free Juneteenth Oregon Parade and Festival brings local jazz, hip hop and soul legends, education, empowering speeches and more to the community. The celebration kicks off with a parade at 11 a.m. on Saturday. 

Juneteenth Oregon Parade and Festival is on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

The event is free to attend at Lillis-Albina Park, N Flint Ave. and Russell St. in Portland.

Juneteenth Freedom Celebration

June 20

The Vancouver event has a full schedule of speakers and musicians at Esther Short Park from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, June 20. More than 30 vendors are filling the park along with a Juneteenth interactive display, photo booth, family activities and a full lineup of performances. Food vendors are also on-site for the event.

Performers include Jujuba and WAMBA.

The free Juneteenth Freedom Celebration is at Esther Short Park, 605 Esther St. in Vancouver.

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