Arts and Culture
Berkeley’s Historic Juneteenth on June 18
Berkeley’s 36th Annual Juneteenth Festival on Sunday June 18 commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. Family entertainment is the focus of all Berkeley Juneteenth cultural celebrations.
Berkeley’s 36th Annual Juneteenth Festival on Sunday June 18 commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. Family entertainment is the focus of all Berkeley Juneteenth cultural celebrations. According to their web site, there will be:
KID/STEM Zone activities may have attractions like a rock wall, skating, and STEM activities. Art programs for young children also include dance, storytelling, slides, jumpers and clowns, face painting and art projects coordinated by community organizations.
The RD Bonds main stage is the “heart” of Berkeley’s Juneteenth. The music incorporates the best of the African American experience: drumming, jazz, blues, neo-soul, gospel, R&B, and reggae. While talents like the late Pharoah Sanders have graced our stage, the festival is a vehicle for showcasing “up and coming acts,” providing new talent with an opportunity to expand their audience.
The Lothario Lotho stage features performances directed toward young adults. Auditions are held 30 days prior to the festival. Acts could include song, theatre, dance, gospel, jazz, spoken word, and fashion.
At 3271-3299 Adeline St. 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Berkeleyjuneteenth.org. For more Juneteenth celebrations around the Bay, see page 5.
