It's time to Celebrate IN Community!
This Juneteenth, let's show up and show out together.
June 13, 2026 marks AAGJC's 7th Annual Juneteenth Celebration. Beginning in the summer of 2020, we have marched, cheered, danced, listened, connected, and learned together year after year. This year, we're emphasizing the celebratory nature of Juneteenth, AKA Freedom Day! We'll gather together to Celebrate IN Community - connecting with our friends and neighbors while reminding ourselves that we have the power to make JoCo a more welcoming, encouraging, and inclusive place to call home.
Juneteenth is for YOU!
Yes, you! This is an inclusive, family-friendly event. Our celebration is designed for any and everyone looking to cheer on the progress our country has made, while championing the work left to be done.
Games & Crafts
We're throwing it back to simpler times when gatherings focused on genuinely bringing people together. We'll have a variety of yard games, children's books, and activities for all ages to enjoy during our celebration.
Celebrate IN Community
We understand that many of us want to take that next step to grow in community, but it's hard to know where to start. In a time that often feels especially isolating and overwhelming, we invite you to join us and your neighbors, meet new smiling faces, and share the joy of Juneteenth, together!
March before the Rally
Our annual march is a deeply special tradition. We gather at Overland Park City Hall at 10:30a.m. & then march 0.8 miles to Thompson Park. People of all ages & backgrounds march to share signs + messages of love and freedom, to commemorate those who marched before us, and to verbalize our hopes + dreams.
Picnic in the Park!
This year's event is a picnic-style gathering. Pack your lunch or stop by the food trucks, bring your lawn chairs and sunscreen, and we'll provide the red drink, music, and uplifting energy.
Groovy Music
Our DJ will be playing tunes throughout the entire event to help us experience collective feelings of joy, hope, and resilience!
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