Southern Colorado Juneteenth Festival
The Southern Colorado Juneteenth Festival is the biggest celebration of inclusion to ever be held at America the Beautiful Park in Colorado Springs.
Now in its third year, the three-day annual festival will be at America the Beautiful Park 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, 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.
Date & Location Information
Dates
June 16-18, 2023
Location
America the Beautiful Park, 126 Cimino Drive in Downtown Colorado Springs
Cost
FREE admission to the three-day event for all ages
2023 Schedule of Events
Friday, June 16, 2023
1:00 p.m. — Festival begins, with music on the small stage
3:30-4:45 p.m. — Juneteenth Jaunt
5:00-6:00 p.m. — Youth Awards
6:00-9:00 p.m. — Juneteenth Boxing Showcase
Saturday, June 17, 2023
8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. — UCHealth Fair presented by Fitness with Natalia and Friends
12:00-4:00 p.m. — Men of Influence (MOI) Juneteenth Car Show
Main Stage Events
12:00-1:00 p.m. — Double Dutch and Break Dancing Competition
1:00-3:00 p.m. — Lil Miss Story Hour
3:00-4:00 p.m. — Poetry 719
4:30-5:30 p.m. — Literacy Corner
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Juneteenth Jaunt
7:45-8:45 p.m. — National Recording Artist
Sunday, June 18, 2023
10:00 a.m. — Music on the small stage
12:00-2:00 p.m. — Urban Classic Presents: Olympic City Sound Showcase
2:00-2:30 p.m. — Father's Day Tribute
2:30-4:00 p.m. — Gospel in the Park
4:30-5:00 p.m. — Emancipation Ceremony
6:00-8:00 p.m. — Tony Exum Jr’s Rhythm N Smooth Experience featuring Donell Jones, Adina Howard and Tiger Chazz
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.
