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6th Annual

Salt Lake Juneteenth Celebration & Black Business Expo

Friday, June 19, 2026

Join thousands of community members for a day of culture, music, food, art, and celebration honoring Juneteenth – the historic moment marking the end of slavery in the United States.

Experience live performances, explore Utah’s largest Black Business Expo, enjoy incredible food vendors, visit the Black Art Gallery, and bring the whole family to the Kids Corner.

A Full Day of Culture and Celebration

Event Highlights

Community Gathering & Celebration Walk

Join us for a Community Gathering at the Utah State Capitol followed by the Celebration Walk to The Gateway where we will kick off the Salt Lake Juneteenth Celebration!

Black Business Expo

Discover and support Black-owned businesses from across Utah offering unique products, services, and resources while connecting with entrepreneurs and professionals.

Black Art Gallery

Support Utah's artistic diversity. View the work of talented local Black artists on display during the Salt Lake Juneteenth Celebration!

Entertainment Stage

Enjoy live performances throughout the day featuring local musicians and cultural performers celebrating the creativity and talent of our community.​

Kids Corner

The Kids Corner will feature activities and vendors for children. The Black History Museum Bus, a bounce house, African storytelling, and more!

Roller Skating

Bring your friends and family and enjoy a fun roller skating experience right at the celebration. Lace up your skates and enjoy the music and community vibes.

Be a Part of the Celebration

Get Involved

The Salt Lake Juneteenth Celebration is made possible through the support of dedicated volunteers, generous donors, and community partners. There are many ways to get involved and help make this event a meaningful and impactful experience for our community.

Whether you give your time, contribute resources, or partner with us as a sponsor, your support helps bring this celebration to life.

Volunteer

Be part of the team that helps make the celebration happen. Volunteers support a variety of activities throughout the day, helping create a fun and organized experience for everyone who attends.

Donate

Your donation helps support performances, youth activities, community programming, and the many experiences that make the Salt Lake Juneteenth Celebration possible.

Sponsor

Sponsors play an important role in helping this celebration grow each year. Partner with us to support a powerful community event while gaining meaningful visibility for your organization.

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Celebrating Freedom, Culture, and Community

About the Celebration

As Utah’s largest Juneteenth event, now in its 6th year, Salt Lake Juneteenth Celebration & Black Owned Business Expo continues to offer culturally relevant community programming to over 15,000 local Utahns attending annually, support hundreds of local small businesses, and provide unique opportunities for scores of local artists and entertainers. This FREE, family friendly, community event provides an opportunity for all Utahns to celebrate our nation’s newest holiday through engaging in cultural connections, honouring our country’s rich history, experiencing the state’s entrepreneurial and artistic diversity, and celebrating resilience and joy.

The 6th Annual Salt Lake Juneteenth Celebration will feature a Black Owned Business Expo as vendors for the event, a curation of artwork by local artists displayed in the Black Art Gallery, live music and performances on the Entertainment Stage, child friendly activities in the Kids’ Corner, roller skating for all, and much more!

This community centered celebration is made possible by thousands of volunteer hours and community support, engaging Utahns with direct opportunities for volunteerism and community engagement.

Event Location

The Salt Lake Juneteenth Celebration will be held at The Gateway in downtown Salt Lake City.
400 W 200 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84101
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