Juneteenth on the East Festival 

June 18-21, 2026

Juneteenth marks the liberation of enslaved African Americans in the United States. On June 19, 1865, a Union General arrived in Texas and announced that all slaves were free. This day symbolizes the end of slavery and the ongoing struggle for equality. Over the years, black culture in Texas honored the date with family celebrations. Eventually, those celebrations made their way to Oklahoma and Oklahoma City. And now those celebrations are extended with Juneteenth on the East. Juneteenth on the East stretches through the heart of the East End District, on NE 23rd St. between N. Kelham Ave. and N. Hood St. The festival is produced by With Love OKC and local community leaders, including Jabee and the Oklahoma Mural Syndicate.

2026 Schedule

• Creative Panel at Innovation Hall: Thursday, June 18
• 5K Run/Walk: Friday, June 19 
• Juneteenth on the East Festival: June 20, 11 am - 4 pm 
  • Vendor Marketplace
  • Kids zone
  • 3x3 Youth basketball
  • DJ and live music
  • Food trucks
• Juneteenth Concert at the Oklahoma City Zoo Amphitheatre: Saturday, June 20, 6 - 10 pm (doors open at 5 pm)
  • Headliner: Lupe Fiasco
  • OK All-Star marching band
  • Youth dance groups
  • Local artists
  • Community awards
  • RSVP for free ticket or purchase VIP ticket
• Sunday Dinner at Innovation Hall: June 21, 2026