The Palm Springs community is invited to take part in a series of events, June 19-21, to commemorate Juneteenth National Independence Day, a time to reflect, rejoice, and come together in unity and celebration.

Schedule of the Event:

June 19, 2025

VillageFest – Juneteenth Kick-Off
WHERE: VillageFest, Downtown Palm Springs, Tahquitz Canyon Way and Palm Canyon Drive
Celebrate the official Juneteenth holiday with an evening of joy! Enjoy music from our live DJ, delicious cupcakes, engaging arts & crafts, and educational booths with information on the history and significance of Juneteenth.

June 20, 2025

Annual Kings & Queens Pageant: 30+ Year Tradition – Kings & Queens Pageant

WHERE: James O. Jessie Desert Highland Unity Center, 480 W. Tramview Road
For more information, call (760) 323-8271
Time: 5:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Join us for a cherished tradition that has uplifted our youth and honored excellence in our community for over three decades. Celebrate the crowning of our 2025 Kings and Queens in a heartwarming evening of pride and pageantry.

Concert in the Park

WHERE: Downtown Park, Museum Way and Belardo Road
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Unwind after the pageant with a soulful night under the stars featuring a Tribute to Kool & the Gang in the heart of downtown.

June 21, 2025

Unity Picnic
WHERE: Downtown Park, Museum Way and Belardo Road
Time: 5:00 p.m.
Close out the weekend with our big Freedom Celebration! Enjoy food vendors, live entertainment, games, arts & crafts, children’s rides, and so much more. This day-long festival is all about fun, culture, and community togetherness.

For more information contact: palmspringsblackhistory.org, (760) 416-5716

Let’s honor the past and celebrate our future—together. We can’t wait to see you there!

Contact: Kitty Alvarado
Public Information Officer
[email protected] 

Date: June 19-21,2025

Location: Various Venue in Palm Springs, CA

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