The 2026 Juneteenth Celebration will be led by the City of Brooklyn Center in partnership with the City of Brooklyn Park, coming together under the shared vision of Two Brooklyns, One Vision. This collaboration reflects a continued commitment to working across both cities to create a unified, community-centered Juneteenth experience that honors Black history, celebrates culture and brings people together.
2026 Event Theme
This year’s theme, “Cultivating the Seeds of Freedom: Rooted in History, Nurturing in Culture, and Flourishing through Generations,” invites the community to reflect on the past, celebrate the present and invest in the future.
Through cultural programming, community connection and shared experiences, this event creates space for learning, joy and belonging.
Two Visions, One Brooklyn Branding Statement
Two Brooklyns, One Vision represents a shared commitment between Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park to work together in support of community, culture, and connection.
Event Details
Juneteenth Golf Tournament
Join us for a community golf tournament as we kick off Juneteenth weekend. This event brings together community members, partners, and supporters for connection, engagement and a shared start to the celebration.
When: June 19, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.
Where: Centerbrook Golf Course – 5500 Lilac Drive N, Brooklyn Center, MN 55430
Registration opens soon.
Juneteenth Celebration
When: Saturday, June 20, 2026 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: North Hennepin Community College (7411 85th Ave N, Brooklyn Park, MN 55445).
What to expect:
- Live performances and cultural programming
- Food trucks and local vendors
- Community resource fair
- Youth and family activities
- REDI Awards recognition
- Golf Tournament (Friday, June 19, 2026)
Capture your experiences!
Note: Bring a lawn chair or outdoor blanket.
Capture your experiences during the event! Tag your posts with #BPJuneteenth #CelebrateBP #PlantingSeedsofFreedom
Vendor and Volunteer Opportunities
Vendor Information
We are thrilled to invite you to participate as a vendor at the Juneteenth Celebration. This is a wonderful opportunity to engage with a diverse audience and showcase your unique products and services. We encourage participation from:
- Black-owned businesses
- Local businesses from Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park
- Community organizations and service providers
Food vendor Information
We are also seeking food truck vendors! Please note that food trucks must be licensed specifically by the City of Brooklyn Park to participate (even if you are licensed by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA).
To apply and learn more, visit https://www.brooklynpark.org/food-trucks/. Applications must be completed by Monday, June 10, 2026 (10 days before the event).
Partners & Sponsors
Support this community-centered event by becoming a partner or sponsor.
Volunteer Information
We are seeking support for the Juneteenth Celebration. Register to be a volunteer and off your services to make a positive impact on the Brooklyn Park community.
2026 Juneteenth Proclamation
The Juneteenth Celebration is in alignment with the Jewel of the North community plan and the event is a partnership with the community to create unity and address racial inequities within Brooklyn Park.
About Junteenth
Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery in the United States and is a time to reflect on freedom, resilience and the ongoing pursuit of equity. In the Two Brooklyns, Juneteenth is more than a celebration — it is a space to honor history, uplift culture and strengthen community.
Join us as we come together to celebrate, reflect and build community across the Two Brooklyns.
Educational Materials
Local
- Juneteenth by the Minnesota Historical Society
- Juneteenth is Now a Holiday in Minnesota by Minnesota Public Radio
National
- Juneteenth Fact Sheet by the Congressional Research Association
- Juneteenth by the National Museum of African American History & Culture
- Juneteenth by the U.S. Government Publishing Office
- This Is Why Juneteenth Is Important for America by The Root
Contacts
Dr. Marcellus Davis
Racial Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (REDI) Manager
marcellus.davis@brooklynpark.org
763-493-8394
Shanna Woods
Neighborhood Relations Specialist
shanna.woods@brooklynpark.org
763-238-5216