06/18/2026
Celebrate Freedom with Us! Juneteenth Weekend in Downtown Fayetteville is packed with incredible events, live music, history, and community vibes.
Swipe to see the full lineup, road closure maps, safety guidelines, and exclusive festival experiences! Here is your ultimate guide to the weekend:
THE LINEUP
Thursday, June 18
"400 Years: The Evolution of Black America" Documentary Screening
Time: Doors at 7:00 PM | Screening at 7:30 PM
Where: Cameo Art House Theatre (225 Hay St)
Tickets: $15 (Group rates available at www.bookblackwomen.org)
Includes a live behind-the-scenes look and post-screening talkback with the creators!
Friday, June 19 (Juneteenth!)
"Experiences of Black Women of Cumberland County" Documentary (Vol. I) * Time: 2:00 PM
Where: Cameo Art House Theatre
Tickets: $10
Juneteenth Feature: The Brownies' Book
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Where: City Center Gallery & Books (112 Hay St)
What: History teaching by Diane Parfit & a live poetry reading by Starr Branch.
MAIN EVENT: Juneteenth Jubilee
Time: 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Where: Festival Park
Admission: Free! (Scan the QR code on our graphics for the ultimate VIP Experience upgrade)
Saturday, June 20
Juneteenth Jubilee 5K (Powered by Fayetteville Run Club) * Time: 7:30 AM – 10:30 AM
Link: Sign up using the link in our bio!
Juneteenth Liberty & Legacy Celebration
Time: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Where: Town of Hope Mills
Sunday, June 21
Juneteenth Heritage Brunch, Tour, and Awards
Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Where: Town of Spring Lake (Powered by Circa 1865, Inc.)
FRIDAY JUBILEE MAIN STAGE SCHEDULE (Festival Park)
5:00 PM – Gates Open & Beats by DJ Twenty3
6:05 PM – Negro National Anthem by Yssa
6:10 PM – CWCC Juneteenth Program
6:30 PM – Crowning Ceremony of the Juneteenth Queens
7:00 PM – Keynote Speakers: Shelia Cuffee & April Marta
7:20 PM – District Vibe @ Juneteenth
9:00 PM – Opener: Misha Fair
9:45 PM – HEADLINER: KIRBY
11:00 PM – Festival Ends / Park Closes
🚨 KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
🎒 Bag Policy: CLEAR BAGS ONLY! Large backpacks, large bags, and hard-sided coolers are strictly prohibited.
🚫 Prohibited Items: No weapons of any kind, outside alcohol, glass containers/cans, fireworks, or animals (except registered service animals).
🚗 Road Closures: Traffic diversions start Friday at 4:00 PM around Festival Park (including parts of Ray Ave, Mason St, and Maiden Ln). Check our map slide to plan your route!
🎟️ Surf & Turf Luxury Vacation Raffle: Want to win a dream getaway? Tickets go on sale Friday, June 19 through June 26! Scan the QR code or visit Cool Spring Downtown District to enter.
Tag your festival crew in the comments and let’s make this a weekend to remember!