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Celebrate Juneteenth at Reading’s Annual Freedom Festival
June 21 @ 1:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Reading’s Annual Juneteenth Freedom Festival Saturday, June 21 • 1:00–7:00 PM
Reading Town Common
Reading, MA — Grab your family and friends, take advantage of the long summer days, and come down to the Town Common on Saturday, June 21 to celebrate Juneteenth! This is a family-friendly event with music by DJ OxMighty, games and face painting for kids, food, speakers, and a pop-up market.
Here’s a look at what’s happening!
1:00–1:30 PM
- Welcome, by Albert Pless, Director, Reading Office of Equity and Social Justice
- Black National Anthem: Lift Every Voice and Sing — Please join us in singing!
Performed by RMHS Students - Flag Presentation, Reading Scout Troop
1:30–2:30 PM
- Join us at Old South Church for videos on Juneteenth followed by a discussion
- CATO (The Coalition of Us) tour
3:00–3:15 PM
- Speakers from ACE (Ad Hoc Commemoration Establishment Committee) and SOCA (Students of Color and Allies for Equity, Justice and Inclusion)
3:30–4:00 PM
- Interactive Drumming: Brandon Guillermo
4:00–5:00 PM
- Guest Presenter: Jamele Adams
5:00–7:00 PM
- Music, food, and activities continue
Learn more about the program on the town calendar:
https://www.readingma.gov/1029/Juneteenth-Event