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Black · Juneteenth · Des Moines, Iowa

Iowa Juneteenth Neighbor's Day Celebration

June 19, 2027 at Western Gateway Park

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About Iowa Juneteenth Neighbor's Day Celebration

The main public day of the Iowa Juneteenth Observance, held at Western Gateway Park in downtown Des Moines. It is free and brings live music, local vendors and community resources together.

What to expect

Juneteenth marks June 19, 1865, when news of the end of slavery reached Galveston, Texas. It became a federal holiday in 2021. Celebrations often include parades, music, food, history programs and family activities.

Iowa Juneteenth Neighbor's Day Celebration has included live entertainment, food vendors, small business shopping, youth activities and health resources.

The organizer lists it as free to attend.

The next edition is June 19, 2027.

  • Live entertainment
  • Food vendors
  • Small business shopping
  • Youth activities
  • Health resources

Where it happens

Iowa Juneteenth Neighbor's Day Celebration is held at Western Gateway Park in Des Moines, Iowa. It is one of 4 cultural festivals in Iowa on this calendar.

Map centered on Des Moines. The organizer lists Western Gateway Park.Directions

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Questions about Iowa Juneteenth Neighbor's Day Celebration

When is Iowa Juneteenth Neighbor's Day Celebration 2027?
Iowa Juneteenth Neighbor's Day Celebration is June 19, 2027, according to the organizer.
Where is Iowa Juneteenth Neighbor's Day Celebration held?
Iowa Juneteenth Neighbor's Day Celebration takes place at Western Gateway Park in Des Moines, Iowa.
Is Iowa Juneteenth Neighbor's Day Celebration free?
Yes. The organizer lists Iowa Juneteenth Neighbor's Day Celebration as free to attend.
What happens at Iowa Juneteenth Neighbor's Day Celebration?
Events have included: live entertainment, food vendors, small business shopping, youth activities, health resources.
Who organizes Iowa Juneteenth Neighbor's Day Celebration?
Iowa Juneteenth Neighbor's Day Celebration is organized by Iowa Juneteenth Observance. Their official site is iowajuneteenth.org/neighbors-day.html.
What other cultural festivals are near Des Moines?
The closest others on this calendar are CelebrAsian in Des Moines, IA (same city); Iowa Latino Heritage Festival in Des Moines, IA (same city); Cinco de Mayo Festival (Valley Junction) in West Des Moines, IA (about 9 miles).

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