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Asbury Park

Asbury Park Senior Center Juneteenth Program

Thursday, June 18, 2026 • 11 AM to 2 PM Asbury Park Senior Center, 1201 Springwood Avenue, Asbury Park, NJ 07712 The Asbury Park Senior Center offers a Juneteenth program for residents 60 and older, featuring presentations, music, and refreshments. Free transportation is available for Asbury Park residents.

Asbury Park Juneteenth Family Arts and Cultural Festival

Saturday, June 20, 2026 • 1 PM to 5 PM Springwood Avenue Park, 126 Atkins Ave, Asbury Park, NJ 07712 This family-friendly festival features live performances, art activities, cultural presentations, youth engagement tables, and community resources. Families can celebrate Juneteenth through creativity and connection.

Belmar

Belmar Juneteenth Celebration

Thursday, June 18, 2026 • 5 PM to 7 PM Taylor Pavilion, 500 Ocean Ave, Belmar, NJ 07719. Featuring the Universal African Dance and Drum Ensemble. Free event; tickets required.

Freehold

Lilly Ham Hendry Juneteenth Celebrate Freedom Party

Saturday, June 20, 2026 • 7 PM to 12 AM Siloam Road Firehouse, 30 Siloam Rd, Freehold Twp, NJ 07728 A Juneteenth celebration hosted by Court Street School featuring music, food, and community fellowship. Tickets required.

Long Branch

Long Branch Juneteenth Celebration

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 • 5 PM to 8 PM Bucky James Community Center, 231 Wilbur Ray Ave, Long Branch, NJ 07740 Long Branch celebrates Juneteenth with performances, music, food, and community activities at the Bucky James Center. Families can enjoy a welcoming space to honor African American history and connect with neighbors.

Neptune City

Neptune City Juneteenth Community Dinner

Friday, June 19, 2026 • 5 PM to 7 PM Community Center, 117 Third Ave, Neptune City, NJ 07753 Neptune City invites residents to a free community dinner in recognition of Juneteenth. Families can enjoy a warm meal, conversation, and a welcoming space to reflect on the meaning of the holiday.

Neptune Township

Neptune Township 6th Annual Juneteenth Celebration

Saturday, June 20, 2026 • 12 PM to 4 PM Midtown Commons Park, 2305 Corlies Ave, Neptune, NJ 07753 Neptune Township hosts its 6th Annual Juneteenth Celebration with music, dance, speakers, youth activities, community resources, and food vendors. A vibrant afternoon honoring African American history and culture.

Red Bank

Juneteenth Poetry Hour with David Mills

Friday, June 19, 2026 • 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM T. Thomas Fortune Cultural Center, 94 Drs James Parker Blvd, Red Bank, NJ 07701 Poet and historian David Mills presents “Slavery in the North,” offering powerful recitations and historical context about slavery in New Jersey.

Front Porch Bar-B-Q and Book Giveaway

Friday, June 19, 2026 • 3:30 PM to 5 PM T. Thomas Fortune Cultural Center, 94 Drs James Parker Blvd, Red Bank, NJ 07701 Families are invited to enjoy a free community Bar-B-Q with all the fixings, along with a free book giveaway for children.

National Negro League Presentation

Friday, June 19, 2026 • 5 PM to 6:30 PM T. Thomas Fortune Cultural Center, 94 Drs James Parker Blvd, Red Bank, NJ 07701 This program explores the history of the National Negro League and its impact on American sports and culture.

Red Bank Juneteenth 

Sunday, June 21, 2026 • 12 PM to 3 PM Johnny Jazz Park, Drs James Parker Blvd and Shrewsbury Ave, Red Bank, NJ 07701 A community Juneteenth celebration with music and family activities

Shrewsbury

Shrewsbury Quilt Turning Juneteenth Event

Sunday, June 28, 2026 • 1 PM to 2 PM Shrewsbury Municipal Center Commons, 419 Sycamore Ave, Shrewsbury, NJ 07702 This quilt-turning presentation highlights African American quilting traditions and the storytelling woven into historical textiles.

Event Type

Family Fun

Last Updated: 06/16/26