Iowa Juneteenth Events 2021

Holly Christine Brown • June 7, 2021
Iowa Juneteenth Events 2001 Calendar

Health Day Iowa Juneteenth Des Moines

Iowa Juneteenth Events 2001 health

Saturday, June 12th at 11 AM


Western Gateway Park

1205 Locust St

Des Moines, IA 50309


Join us on June 12th at 11am for the Iowa Juneteenth Health Day and Vaccination Clinic.

There will be performances, Free food. and much more.

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Iowa Juneteenth Gospel Celebration With Pastor Jamal Bryant Des Moines

Iowa Juneteenth Events 2001 guests

Sunday, June 13th at 4 PM


Ignition - Hope+Elim Des Moines

1821 Ingersoll Ave

Des Moines, IA 50309


Iowa Juneteenth Observance Presents

"Joy in Juneteenth"

Come out and celebrate Juneteenth Gospel Celebration, Sunday June 13th. There will be an virtual option announced soon. Seating is first come. Special guest Pastor Jamal Bryant and new King and Queen Bishop & Mother Eppright. MC is Pastor Moses Ward!

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Juneteenth Education and Resource Fair Online

Johnson County Juneteenthe Education & Resource Virtual Fair 2021

Wednesday, June 16th at 4 PM - 6:30 PM


Iowa City Area Juneteenth Celebration and Johnson County, Iowa


The Education & Resource Virtual Fair will feature opportunities to learn more about the variety of programs and resources in the community. This year's fair will feature sessions about financial literacy, wealth and the history of Juneteenth. Attend for a chance to win a swag bag containing items from participating vendors.



Make sure to register to sign up at the link below or here https://live.remo.co/e/juneteenth-education-and-resourc


Johnson County strives to host inclusive, accessible meetings and events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. To request a modification or for inquires about accessibility, please contact Keshia Fields at (319) 356-6000 or kfields@johnsoncountyiowa.gov

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Juneteenth Potluck on the 16th Sioux City

Woodbury Democrats Juneteenth potluck 2021

Wednesday, June 16th at 6 PM - 8 PM


Chris Larsen City Park

1280 Larsen Park Rd

Sioux City, IA 51103


Join the Woodbury Dems as we honor Juneteenth on the 16th with speakers and more. The party will provide sloppy joe and drinks. Please bring a side dish, chips, or a dessert to share with your neighbors. All welcome.

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Community Builders Appreciation Banquet Des Moines

Iowa Juneteenth Events 2001

Thursday, June 17th at 6 PM


Olmsted Center

2875 University Ave

Des Moines, IA 50311


Iowa Juneteenth Observance Presents

"Community Builders Appreciation Banquet"

Come celebrate members in communities across the state of Iowa.

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Juneteenth Festival Cedar Rapids

Iowa Juneteenth Events 2001

Saturday, June 19th at 11 AM


NewBo City Market

1100 3rd St SE

Cedar Rapids, IA 52401


Our much-anticipated festival at NewBo City Market is almost here! Join us on June 19th for a day of celebration, performances, and activities in honor of the official end of slavery in the United States on June 19th, 1865. Check out the lineup below and learn more at blackiowa.org/juneteenth.


11:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Mayoral Proclamation
Pie Eating Contest from Melanated Men
Indie Rock performance by metamorphix
Spoken Word from Caleb "The Negro" Artist Rainey
Drum Trio Performance by blooming


1:45 PM - 4:00 PM
Musical Performance by Janessa Senter
Dream Girls Performance by Alicia Strong
Strange Fruit" Performance by Saving Our Sisters
Performance by Members of the Washington High School Step Team
Musical Performance by Keeyon Carter


4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Mini Concert Featuring Blake Shaw & James Buennig

DJ Tone Da Boss will perform throughout the day.

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Neighbor's Day Iowa Juneteenth 2021 Des Moines

Iowa Juneteenth Events 2001

Saturday, June 19th at 11 AM


Western Gateway Park

1205 Locust St

Des Moines, IA 50309


Iowa Juneteenth Observance Presents

Neighbor's Day 2021

Join us downtown Des Moines on June 19th for Music, Food, The Flea, Arts, Fun and much more. Free Parking Is Available

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