Juneteenth 2026 Events in Phoenix, Chandler, Tempe, Goodyear and Other Cities
juneteenthJuneteenth is the oldest celebration of the ending of slavery in the United States. It specifically celebrates the state of Texas announcing the abolishment of slavery in 1865, two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was issued in 1863. But Juneteenth offers a time to come together and celebrate the rich cultural history of African Americans.

Many Arizona residents are looking forward to attending Juneteenth events in 2026 in the Phoenix metropolitan area – please take time to review our list below.

Juneteenth 2026 Events in the Valley of the Sun:
Miss Juneteenth Arizona Scholarship Pageant 2026 in Chandler on June 12

Culture Music in the Park in Chandler on June 13

June 13: Maricopa’s Annual Juneteenth Festival at Central Arizona College

Scottsdale Juneteenth Freedom Festival on June 13

Valley of the Sun JUNETEENTH Celebration 2026 at Eastlake Park in Phoenix on June 13

Carver Museum and Cultural Center’s 3rd Annual Juneteenth Freedom Festival in Phoenix on June 13

Juneteenth Family Day at Goodyear High School on June 17

East Valley Juneteenth Eve Celebration at The Post Mesa on June 18

Mercados & Melodies: Juneteenth Celebration in Avondale on June 18

Juneteenth Block Party in Downtown Tempe on June 19

The Family Reunion: a Juneteenth Celebration at Walter Where? House in Phoenix on June 19

6th Annual RYBE Juneteenth Freedom Celebration Returns to Downtown Phoenix on June 20

African American Advisory Committee presents 13th Annual Juneteenth Celebration at Tempe History Museum on June 20