Events

Juneteenth Events in Winston-Salem

Jacob Gauthier

June 13, 2025

On June 19, 1865, the enslaved African Americans in Texas were officially freed, marking the end of slavery in the United States. Celebrate this historic day by attending one (or several) of these Juneteenth events in Winston-Salem!

Updated June 2025

Juneteenth Events in Winston-Salem — *Photo credit to Owens Daniels*

Stomp the Vote

WHEN | Tuesday, June 17, at 5:30 PM
WHERE | Winston-Salem Urban League

Listen to a teen-led panel on voter rights, enjoy free food and dance performances, and learn about Juneteenth’s history and how the African-American community has progressed.

Flash Mobs

WHEN | Thursday, June 19, with multiple performances from 11:30 AM – 6:30 PM
WHERE | Various locations

Keep an eye out for local dance companies performing dances rooted in African diasporic traditions at significant locations in Winston-Salem and Kernersville.

History Tour

WHEN | Thursday, June 19, at 4 PM
WHERE | Körner’s Folly

Learn about the life of Clara Körner, an enslaved woman who helped care for the Körner children, by touring her home and personal artifacts.

Cookie Decorating Soirée

WHEN | Thursday, June 19, at 6 PM
WHERE | 18 Springs Community Healing Center

Mingle with fellow Black women, decorate cookies together, and compete in a group puzzle competition.

Juneteenth Celebration

WHEN | Thursday, June 19, at 6:30 PM
WHERE | Harmon Park

Celebrate Juneteenth with live performances, vendors, kid-friendly activities, prayer & information tents, fireworks, and a drone show.

Winston-Salem Dash: Juneteenth Themed Game

WHEN | Thursday, June 19, at 6:30 PM
WHERE | Truist Stadium

During their game against the Rome Emperors, the Dash will honor African-American players’ impact on Winston-Salem and the sports world.

Film Screening

WHEN | Friday, June 20, at 5:30 PM
WHERE | Goler Memorial AME Zion Church

Watch “American Coup: Wilmington 1898,” a documentary about the deadly race massacre and carefully orchestrated insurrection in Wilmington in 1898.

Juneteenth Festival

WHEN | Saturday, June 21, from 11:30 AM – 8 PM
WHERE | Bailey Park and Biotech Place

Starting with the Black Joy Street Procession, Triad Cultural Arts’ annual Juneteenth Festival features live performances, a soul food culinary contest, exhibits, a children’s area, and more!