Southern Colorado Juneteenth Festival

June 20 – 21, 2026

The Southern Colorado Juneteenth Festival is one of the largest celebrations of inclusion ever to be held in Colorado Springs.

Dates & Location

Schedule

Get Involved

Now in its sixth year, the three-day annual festival will be at The Norris Penrose Indoor Event Center in Colorado Springs and will be FREE to the public and open to guests of all ages. Join together with the greater community of Colorado Springs for this celebration featuring national artist headliners, local step show talent, a car show, fashion show, health fair and endless games and activities.

The mission of the Southern Colorado Juneteenth Festival is to bring together people from every background and community for a time of celebration, music and family fun.

MORE INFORMATION

Date & Location Information

Dates

June 20 – 21, 2026

Location

Norris-Penrose Event Center, 1045 Lower Gold Camp Rd, Colorado Springs, CO

Cost

FREE admission to the two-day event for all ages

2026 Schedule of Events

Saturday, June 20

8am: Doors open
8:30am - 12:45pm: Juneteenth Health Fair presented by Fitness with Natilia
10:15am: Health Panel Discussion hosted by Highroots Wellness and Consulting
11:15am: Dance Fitness
12pm - 5pm: Juneteenth Car Show presented by M.O.I. and Victory Dental
1pm: MOW Senior Anniversary Dance
2pm: Juneteenth Fashion Show: Seniors on the Go
3pm: History of Juneteenth /Literary Corner
4pm: I-25 Showcase presented by PressPlayDoe
5:30pm: Live performance with David Banner
6pm: Grand Finale Showcase presented by 3 the hardway
7pm: Olympic City Sound Showcase presented by TerryJosiah

Sunday, June 21

10am: Doors open + vending
1pm: Keep on Stepping Line Dance Party featuring DJ Lemonhead, hosted by Floyd. V.I.C performing
2pm: Make a Joyful Noise presented by TerryJosiah
3:45pm: Juneteenth Emancipation Ceremony
4pm: Gospel in Park presented by Jemond G
6pm: Tony Exum Jr.’s Rhythm & Smooth Experience, featuring 702 & Lil G of Silk

View the Complete Schedule

Get Involved

Interested in supporting the South Colorado Juneteenth Festival? Volunteer to assist with vendor booths, trash removal, shirt distribution, parking and other duties during the festival. The festival is also accepting submissions for vendors, sponsors and performers, as well as donations.

Volunteer Now

More Ways to Get Involved

Discover More Juneteenth Events