Juneteenth Event

Celebrating Freedom

Pembroke Pines, FL (May 27, 2025) – The City of Pembroke Pines invites everyone to attend its Juneteenth Celebration event, honoring the history and significance of Juneteenth on Friday, June 20, 2025, from 6 pm to 9 pm at the Charles F. Dodge City Center, located at 601 City Center Way.

Event Details

Celebrate culture, community, and the enduring spirit of freedom at our Juneteenth Celebration—a free, family-friendly event open to all. This special day brings us together to honor African American heritage through art, music, storytelling, and shared experiences.

Enjoy a live painting session by local artist Stefan Smith, soulful musical performances by Willie Stewart, hands-on arts and crafts, and engaging panel discussions that reflect on history and inspire unity. Browse unique offerings from community vendors, savor delicious food, and connect with neighbors in a vibrant, inclusive atmosphere.

We are proud to welcome keynote speaker Talitha Anyabwele—an educator, author, and cultural empowerment advocate—who will speak on the legacy of freedom and its modern-day meaning within African American communities.

Come celebrate the power of culture, the strength of community, and the importance of legacy.

For a full list of performances and vendors, visit https://www.ppines.com/1750/Juneteenth-Celebration.

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The City of Pembroke Pines has an ordinance that makes Juneteenth an official City holiday. Juneteenth marks June 19, 1865 as the date enslaved individuals in Galveston, TX learned they were free more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed by President Abraham Lincoln on January 1, 1863.

According to Juneteenth.com, Juneteenth is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States. For more information, please visit www.juneteenth.com.

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