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Celebrate Juneteenth in Seattle’s Seward Park

Four black silhouettes face each other against red, green, yellow, and black backgrounds with text reading “2025 Juneteenth” and “Still standing as ONE!” with the City of Seattle logo.

The City of Seattle invites you and your family to join our Juneteenth Celebration as we honor African American freedom, culture, and achievements.  

📅 Date: Thursday, June 19  

Time: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.  

📍 Location: Seward Park, Shelter #3  

5900 Lake Washington Blvd S, Seattle, WA 98118  

🌟 What to Expect:  

  • Exciting Activities: Line dancing, a video game truck, group painting, live painting by M. Curry, and the Detective Cookie Chess Club. 
  • Live Music: Youth artists including vocalists and a cellist, plus DJ Mr. Cliff spinning a variety of genres celebrating African American culture. 
  • Tasty Treats: Savor delicious offerings like designer hot dogs and burgers from Big Dawgs, vegan bites from Chubby Plant, refreshing drinks from Little D’s Gratitude Lemonade and Creamy Cone Café, and more! 
  • Unique Vendors: Explore handcrafted African art, trendy women’s accessories, and exclusive youth-designed shirts. 

💡 Pro Tip: Bring a chair or blanket, sunblock, and everything your family needs for a relaxing day in the park.  

Make plans to go and join the celebration of community, culture, and freedom.  

🎉 Thank You to Our Sponsors: Seattle Police Department, Seattle Public Utilities, Seattle City Light, Seattle Department of Transportation, and Information Technology.  

📌 Click here to get Juneteenth merch!