Montgomery County Juneteenth Celebration

Montgomery County Juneteenth Celebration: 1:00PM-10:00PM

Living Legends Awards Celebration & Brunch: 11:00AM-1:00PM (limited tickets available, separate registration required)

Join us for a free official Montgomery County Juneteenth Festival filled with joy and community presented in partnership with the Office of Human Rights! Enjoy live concerts and performances, browse a bustling artisans market showcasing unique handmade goods, and savor delicious food from local vendors. The day will be packed with captivating performances and talks that celebrate the rich culture and history of Juneteenth. Bring your family and friends for an unforgettable day of music, creativity, and unity!

The day kicks off with The Annual Living Legends Awards Celebration & Brunch at 11AM (limited tickets available, separate registration required)

OUTDOOR STAGE MUSIC LINE UP:

2PM: Black History Band

3:30PM: Black Alley

5:15PM: 2nd Wind

6:30PM: Junkyard Band

8:30PM: Remembering Frankie Beverly

BLACKBOX EVENTS LINEUP

2:00PM Author talk with Whitney Parnell, author of “Breathing Out: Ruminations of a Millennial Black Woman” Whitney Parnell released her debut book this year. This raw and groundbreaking anti-racism declaration weaves in Parnell's narratives from years of activism, running a Black-led organization, and daily encounters in the world as a Black woman. Join her for an intimate discussion about Breathing Out, as she addresses the current cultural climate, and shares her theories for actively pursuing racial justice.

3:30 PM Panel Discussion with the National Council of Negro Women

5:30 PM Poetry with Javon Rustin

7:00PM Performance by BlackRock Artist Michaela Harrison

8:30 PM: Robert Person – Roots & Reverence: Negro Spirituals that Shaped America

MAINSTAGE EVENTS:

1:30 PM: NAACP ACT-SO Achievement Program Poetry Showcase.

4:00 PM: Mu Nu Domestic Violence Panel.

5:30 PM: An Author Talk with D. Watkins, NYT best selling author of Black Boy Smile.

7:30 PM: Special performance from Soul in Motion African Dance.

Need a ride? Free Ride On Buses will operate every 30 minutes from Seneca Valley High School (lot on Wisteria Dr.) and Montgomery College Germantown (lot on Obersation Dr.) from 11AM to 12PM.

Thank you to our partners and sponsors for making Juneteenth possible!

Montgomery County MD

Montgomery County Office of Human Rights

Montgomery County Police Dept.

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue

Montgomery County Department of Transportationand Ride On

Montgomery County Public Libraries

African Affairs Advisory Group

City of Rockville

MU NU CHAPTER OMEGA PSI PHI FRATERNITY INC

ACT-SO

Arts on the Block

Silver Branch Brewing Company

Silver Branch Brewing Company is proud to support BlackRock Center for the Arts’ 2026 Juneteenth Celebration by helping keep the community refreshed, connected, and in good spirits.

As part of this year’s event, Silver Branch will be serving complimentary beer for guests to enjoy while they take in the music, art, culture, and celebration. Rooted in the idea of gemütlichkeit — the warm feeling of community, belonging, and shared good times — Silver Branch is excited to raise a glass in honor of Juneteenth and the vibrant community gathering at BlackRock.

Stop by, say hello, and enjoy a beer while celebrating freedom, creativity, and connection.

Want to get involved? See below for more opportunities!

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Apply to be a Juneteenth Vendor

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About BlackRock Center for the Arts:

Nestled in the Germantown Town Center, BlackRock Center for the Arts (BlackRock Center) stands as the leading venue for performing and visual arts in Upper Montgomery County, MD. We are dedicated to enriching our community by providing accessible and high-quality cultural and creative experiences to the most diverse unincorporated city in the country. BlackRock programs include free art galleries featuring exquisite exhibitions, exceptional live performances, an art supplies thrift store, and a wide range of arts education classes designed for all ages and skill levels.

For more information about BlackRock Center for the Arts and our artistic season, visit our website.