Howard County Juneteenth Community Day & Block Party

Howard County Juneteenth Community Day & Block Party

  • UNDER 16 WITH PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN

Join us at the Harriet Tubman Cultural Center to observe Juneteenth with a day of community, connection, and joy.

By HoCo Office of Human Rights & Equity

Date and time

Saturday, June 21 · 9am - 3pm EDT.

Location

Harriet Tubman Cultural Center

8045 Harriet Tubman Lane Columbia, MD 21044

Agenda

9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Community Yard Sale and Block Party

Shop amazing deals, enjoy live music, savor delicious food, and play exciting games for all ages. Bring the whole family and connect with neighbors!

11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Line Dancing

Join us in the Dance Studio for fun, easy-to-follow Line Dancing!

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

FREE Family Art Class with Van Buren Wood Works

Learn about the history of Juneteenth while creating a Juneteenth windchime symbolizing unity, freedom, and resilience with Van Buren Wood Works! Appropriate for ages 5+ (anyone under 12 must have a ...

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

FREE Family Art Class with Van Buren Wood Works

Learn about the history of Juneteenth while creating a Juneteenth windchime symbolizing unity, freedom, and resilience with Van Buren Wood Works! Appropriate for ages 5+ (anyone under 12 must have a ...

11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Documentary Film Screenings

Enjoy screenings of 'Juneteenth: Faith and Freedom' (screened at 11am and 1pm) and 'What is Juneteenth, and why is it important?' (screened at 12pm and 2pm).

11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Vendor Hall

Explore community resources and products from local businesses, makers, and artisans.

About this event

  • Event lasts 6 hours
  • UNDER 16 WITH PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN
  • Free venue parking

Join Howard County Executive Calvin Ball, Howard County Office of Human Rights and Equity, the Harriet Tubman Cultural Center, and the Howard County Department of Recreation and Parks for a day of community, connection, and joy as we observe Juneteenth in Howard County.

Whether you want to enjoy live music, delicious food, shop amazing deals at our community yard sale, create a Juneteenth woodwork with Van Buren Wood Works, explore community resources, or jump into a line dancing class, this celebration has something for everyone. Gather together with neighbors as we build community while honoring and embracing the history, impact, and importance of Juneteenth.

All ages welcome!

Frequently asked questions

What if I need an accommodation to participate?

Accommodations can be requested through this registration form, or by contacting ohreoutreach@howardcountymd.gov. Accommodations requested less than five business days before the event are not guaranteed, though every effort will be taken to provide said accommodation.

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HoCo Office of Human Rights & Equity

The Howard County Office of Human Rights and Equity is an entity of the Howard County Government that seeks to eradicate discrimination, increase equal opportunity, and protect and promote Human Rights in the county. The Office serves as a catalyst in fostering attitudes and beliefs among Howard County residents which confirm that all individuals have an equal opportunity to enjoy a wholesome and productive quality of life and can pursue their lives free of discrimination.

FreeJun 21 · 9:00 AM EDT