Celebrate Juneteenth in Baton Rouge
Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day or Emancipation Day, commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States.
As Juneteenth approaches, Baton Rouge is gearing up for celebrations and community gatherings honoring the resilience and heritage of African Americans. Whether you're eager to delve into the significance of the holiday or enjoy live music and food, Baton Rouge offers an array of Juneteenth events that promise to unite and educate the community. Here's a curated roundup of Juneteenth festivities in Baton Rouge and ways to celebrate on your own.
Events
Juneteenth Celebration
Date & Time: Friday, June 19, 2026 | 2-4pm
Location: Magnolia Mound: Museum + Historic Site | 2161 Nicholson Drive
Mark your calendar for a powerful Juneteenth celebration at Gus Young Park. This event will highlight the legacy of the historic South Baton Rouge community. Dr. Terell Johnson of Southern University will share research on the area’s origins, and Reginald Delpit of the Chicken Shack, representing Baton Rouge’s oldest continuously operating restaurant, will present his family’s history. Join for discussion, great food, and children’s activities.
Juneteenth Concert
Date & Time: Friday, June 19, 2026 | 8pm
Location: L'Auberge Casino & Hotel Baton Rouge | 777 L'Auberge Avenue
Get tickets today for a Juneteenth celebration concert at L'Auberge Casino & Hotel Baton Rouge, featuring performers Lil' Nathan & The Zydeco Big Timers, The Michael Foster Project, and Universal Language.
Juneteenth Discovery Day
Date & Time: Saturday, June 20, 2026 | 9:30am-1:30pm
Location: Capitol Park Museum | 660 N. Fourth Street
Celebrate Juneteenth at Capitol Park Museum in downtown Baton Rouge with a day of hands-on learning and fun for the whole family! Juneteenth Discovery Day features interactive activities, including a community puzzle mural, a themed scavenger hunt, and a story corner highlighting Black excellence and the holiday's meaning. Enjoy discounted admission as you explore history, heritage, and freedom in a creative, engaging way.
Juneteenth Unity Festival
Date & Time: Saturday, June 20, 2026 | 3-9pm
Location: EBRP Library – Main Branch | 7711 Goodwood Blvd
Enjoy a free-to-attend, family-centered, cultural, enterprise, and civic collaborative that honors Juneteenth with seven different activations centered on learning, economic opportunity, and community engagement.
Old South Baton Rouge Juneteenth Art & Culture Festival
Date & Time: Saturday, June 20, 2026 | 2-6pm
Location: 1300 Terrace and Eddie Robinson Sr. Drive Corridor
Celebrate Freedom Day at the Old South Baton Rouge Juneteenth Art and Culture Festival on Saturday, June 20. This heartfelt, family-friendly event is rooted in community and cultural pride, honoring the elders and ancestors whose sacrifices paved the way for generations to come. Come together, reflect, and celebrate in the neighborhood that has long been the heartbeat of Black culture in Baton Rouge.
Explore the Baton Rouge Black History Trail
Learn about the challenges and hardships African Americans have faced that have shaped our city's history and culture.
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