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SUMMARY:Iowa City Jazz Festival
DESCRIPTION:Iowa City Jazz Festival\nLocation: Downtown Iowa City \nDate: July 5\, 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. \n  \n \n  \nJoin us in downtown Iowa City for the Iowa City Jazz Festival\, a Fourth of July weekend tradition filled with world-class jazz\, community energy\, and summer vibes. \n– Two stages packed with live jazz from top national\, international\, and emerging artists\n– Artist & organization booths to explore\n– Delicious food vendors with local and global flavors\n– Beverage garden for refreshing sips while you listen\n– Family-friendly atmosphere with something for all ages\n– Don’t miss the Iowa City Fireworks on Saturday night at 9:30 PM near the Old Capitol Museum — the perfect ending to a day of music and celebration! \nBring a blanket or lawn chair\, gather your friends\, and experience the rhythm of summer in the heart of Iowa City. \nWhether you’re a lifelong jazz lover or just looking for the perfect way to celebrate the holiday weekend\, this is where the music happens.
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/iowa-city-jazz-festival-3/
LOCATION:Downtown\, Iowa City\, 125 S Dubuque St\,\, Iowa City\, IA\, IA\, 52240
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SUMMARY:Free Flicks - Movies in the Park
DESCRIPTION:Free Flicks – Movies in the Park\nDate: July 4th \nLocation: Union Park\, 2009 Saylor Rd.\, Des Moines\, IA 50313 \nSee all dates and time below \n \nJuly 4th – The Iron Giant – Union Park \nJuly 10th – Zootopia 2 – Weeks Middle School \nJuly 24th – The Little Rascals -Brook Run Park \nAugust 14th – Elio – Reichardt CRC \nAugust 21st – Back to the Future – Gray’s Lake \nJoin us for Free Flicks\, a weekend series throughout the summer featuring outdoor\, family-friendly movies in Des Moines neighborhood parks! \nThe films will be shown on our 17×10 LED Screen. Admission is free for all and blankets\, lawn chairs\, and snacks are encouraged. \n\nCost: Free\nAges: All ages\nTime: Movies will begin at 6:30 p.m. unless otherwise listed.\n\nFree Flicks\n\nUpdate\n\n\nFollow Des Moines Parks and Recreation on our Facebook page or check back here for weather-related updates. \n\n\n\n\n\nMovies will not take place in the event of rain. Watch our Facebook for updates. Please text DSMEVENTS to 84483 to sign up for text alerts regarding weather.
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/free-flicks-movies-in-the-park/
LOCATION:Union Park\, 1801 Pennsylvania Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50316\, United States
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SUMMARY:Iowa City Jazz Festival
DESCRIPTION:Iowa City Jazz Festival\nLocation: Downtown Iowa City \nDate: July 4\, 11:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Fireworks at 9:30p.m. \n  \n \n  \nJoin us in downtown Iowa City for the Iowa City Jazz Festival\, a Fourth of July weekend tradition filled with world-class jazz\, community energy\, and summer vibes. \n– Two stages packed with live jazz from top national\, international\, and emerging artists\n– Artist & organization booths to explore\n– Delicious food vendors with local and global flavors\n– Beverage garden for refreshing sips while you listen\n– Family-friendly atmosphere with something for all ages\n– Don’t miss the Iowa City Fireworks on Saturday night at 9:30 PM near the Old Capitol Museum — the perfect ending to a day of music and celebration! \nBring a blanket or lawn chair\, gather your friends\, and experience the rhythm of summer in the heart of Iowa City. \nWhether you’re a lifelong jazz lover or just looking for the perfect way to celebrate the holiday weekend\, this is where the music happens.
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/iowa-city-jazz-festival-2/
LOCATION:Downtown\, Iowa City\, 125 S Dubuque St\,\, Iowa City\, IA\, IA\, 52240
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260703T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260703T200000
DTSTAMP:20260511T164911Z
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SUMMARY:Iowa City Jazz Festival
DESCRIPTION:Iowa City Jazz Festival\nLocation: Downtown Iowa City \nDate: July 3\, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. \n  \n \n  \nJoin us in downtown Iowa City for the Iowa City Jazz Festival\, a Fourth of July weekend tradition filled with world-class jazz\, community energy\, and summer vibes. \n– Two stages packed with live jazz from top national\, international\, and emerging artists\n– Artist & organization booths to explore\n– Delicious food vendors with local and global flavors\n– Beverage garden for refreshing sips while you listen\n– Family-friendly atmosphere with something for all ages\n– Don’t miss the Iowa City Fireworks on Saturday night at 9:30 PM near the Old Capitol Museum — the perfect ending to a day of music and celebration! \nBring a blanket or lawn chair\, gather your friends\, and experience the rhythm of summer in the heart of Iowa City. \nWhether you’re a lifelong jazz lover or just looking for the perfect way to celebrate the holiday weekend\, this is where the music happens.
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/iowa-city-jazz-festival/
LOCATION:Downtown\, Iowa City\, 125 S Dubuque St\,\, Iowa City\, IA\, IA\, 52240
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260628T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260628T160000
DTSTAMP:20260527T184329Z
CREATED:20260527T184244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T184329Z
UID:12466-1782648000-1782662400@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Pretty Girls Love Brunch
DESCRIPTION:Pretty Girls Love Brunch\nWhere: Bella Love Event Venue\, 8801 University Ave\, Ste 29\, Clive IA \nWhen: Sunday\, June 28th \nTime: 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. \n  \n \n  \nEARLY BIRD ALERT – $10 off tickets for a limited time! \nPretty Girls Love Brunch is officially happening and we’re kicking things off with a special deal for the girls who move fast. \nUse code SUMMER26 at checkout to grab your ticket for just $30 (regularly $40). This deal expires May 31st – after that\, tickets go back to full price. \nHERE’S WHAT YOU GET: \nBrunch + FREE mimosas the first hour included \nDress Code: Soft Glam – come cute! \nOnly 60 tickets available and this WILL sell out fast! Don’t wait on this one! \nGrab your ticket now: BrunchatBella.eventbrite.com \nDon’t forget to tag a friend who deserves a soft luxury Sunday. \n 
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/pretty-girls-love-brunch/
LOCATION:Bella Love Event Venue\, 8801 University Ave - Ste 29\, Clive\, IA\, 50325\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260620T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260620T190000
DTSTAMP:20260605T144715Z
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SUMMARY:Ottumwa's 5th Annual Juneteenth Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Ottumwa’s 5th Annual Juneteenth Celebration\nLocation: Ottumwa’s Central Park (106 N. Court Street)\, Ottumwa\, IA \nDate: Saturday\, June 20th  \nTime: 12pm till 7pm \n  \n \n  \nThen plan to attend and enjoy the live music acts\, family fun activities\, and many booths at this 5th annual celebration. Bring your friends and family as we come together to honor history\, culture\, and unity in a vibrant\, welcoming atmosphere. \n 
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/ottumwas-5th-annual-juneteenth-celebration/
LOCATION:Ottumwa Central Park\, Central Park 106 N Court St\, Ottumwa\, IA\, 52501
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260620T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260620T180000
DTSTAMP:20260506T151654Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T151654Z
UID:12162-1781956800-1781978400@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Juneteenth Festival
DESCRIPTION:African American Museum of Iowa Juneteenth Festival\nLocation: 55 12th SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA 52401 \n  \n \n  \nJuneteenth Festival \n\nJoin the AAMI as we commemorate Juneteenth with our annual festival! This year we will be at the African American Museum of Iowa (55 12th Ave SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA 52401) from 12-6 PM on Saturday\, June 20. This highly anticipated festival will include: live music and performances\, local nonprofit and business organizations\, food and merchandise vendors\, and family-friendly activities! Check back for more information as we get closer to the event! \nYou may also like the following events from African American Museum of Iowa: \n\nNext month\, 11th June\, 06:30 pm\, “Was That Racist?” with Evelyn Carter\, Ph.D. in Cedar Rapids\n\nAlso check out other Festivals in Cedar Rapids\, Music events in Cedar Rapids.
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/juneteenth-festival/
LOCATION:African American Museum of Iowa\, 55 12th Ave SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260620T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260620T180000
DTSTAMP:20260401T154852Z
CREATED:20260401T154852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T154852Z
UID:11952-1781956800-1781978400@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Neighbors Day Celebration - Iowa Juneteenth Day
DESCRIPTION:Annual Neighbors Day Celebration\nLocation: Western Gateway Park -1000 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines\, IA \nDate: Saturday\, June 20th \n \n  \nCome celebrate with us for the official Iowa Juneteenth Annual Neighbor’s Day Celebration. Live entertainment\, children’s play area with bouncy houses\, FOOD!!!\, shopping\, and more. This is a FREE event to attend. \nIf you are interested in being a sponsor for this event\, please check out our sponsorship packages here:\nhttp://www.iowajuneteenth.org/sponsors.html \nIf you are interested in becoming a vendor or performer\, please apply here:\nhttp://www.iowajuneteenth.org/neighbors-day.html \nIf you have any additional questions\, please email us at iowajuneteenth@gmail.com \nWe look forward to celebrating with you. \nAlso check out other Performances in Des Moines\, Entertainment events in Des Moines.
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/neighbors-day-celebration-iowa-juneteenth-day/
LOCATION:Western Gateway Park\, 1201 Locust St.\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260620T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260620T170000
DTSTAMP:20260617T185905Z
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SUMMARY:Juneteenth Freedom Festival
DESCRIPTION:Juneteenth Freedom Festival\n\n\n\nDate: June 20th \nTime: 12p.m. – 5p.m. \nLocation: De Edwin & Gladys White Park\, 300 Angular St.\, Burlington IA 52601 \n\n \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin your community in celebrating Juneteenth in Greater Burlington! \nJuneteenth National Independence Day (June 19) is a federal holiday in the United States commemorating the emancipation of enslaved people. It is celebrated on the anniversary of General Order No. 3\, proclaiming freedom for enslaved people in Texas. \nEveryone is welcome to come together in celebration of freedom at this free community event from noon to 5 PM on June 20\, at DeEdwin & Gladys White Park\, 300 Angular St. \nWith games and kids’ activities\, delicious homemade food\, music and dancing\, giveaways and fellowship\, plus booths from many community organizations\, this celebration offers something for everyone! \nFor more information or to donate\, please contact Lavonna Bennamon (319-750-1309).
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/juneteenth-freedom-festival/
LOCATION:DeEdwin & Gladys White Park\, 300 Angular St.\, Burlington\, IA\, 52601
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260620T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260620T170000
DTSTAMP:20260617T201306Z
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SUMMARY:2nd Annual Juneteenth Car Show & Craft Fair
DESCRIPTION:African American Historical & Cultural Museum 2nd Annual Juneteenth Car Show & Craft Fair\n  \nTime: 11a.m. \nDate June 20th \nLocation: African American Historical & Cultural Museum\, 1320 E 4th St\, Waterloo\, IA 50703 \n  \n \nJoin the African American Historical & Cultural Museum on Saturday\, June 20th for our 2nd Annual Juneteenth Car Show in Waterloo\, Iowa! \nCome celebrate freedom\, honor history\, and build community with an afternoon full of cars\, bikes\, music\, food\, vendors\, raffles\, and more. Whether you are bringing a vehicle or stopping by to enjoy the atmosphere\, we would love to see you there. \nAll proceeds support the African American Historical & Cultural Museum and help preserve and share local African American history in the Cedar Valley. \n$250 Cash Raffle Rules \n\nParticipants must be 18 years of age or older to enter.\nRaffle tickets are $5 each.\nParticipants must purchase at least one raffle ticket to be eligible to win.\nThe winner must be present at the time of the drawing.\nIf the winner is not present\, another ticket will be drawn.\nThe raffle prize is one $250 cash prize.\nTickets are non-refundable.\nA valid photo ID and winning ticket may be required to claim the prize.\nOdds of winning depend on the total number of tickets sold.\nBy purchasing a ticket\, participants agree to all raffle rules and event decisions made by the African American Historical & Cultural Museum.\nThe African American Historical & Cultural Museum reserves the right to modify or cancel the raffle if necessary.\nEmployees\, volunteers\, and board members are eligible to participate.\nVoid where prohibited by law.\n\n  \n 
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/2nd-annual-juneteenth-car-show-craft-fair/
LOCATION:African American Historical & Cultural Museum\, 1320 E 4th St.\, Waterloo\, IA\, 50703
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260620T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260620T160000
DTSTAMP:20260617T190536Z
CREATED:20260504T164955Z
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UID:12142-1781953200-1781971200@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Juneteenth Celebration
DESCRIPTION:New Place! Same Soul! Juneteenth Celebration\nTime: 11:00a.m. – 4:00 p.m. \nDate: June 20th \nLocation: Downtown Davenport\, IA – 2nd Street between Brady and Harrison. \n \n  \n🎉 Juneteenth is DOWNTOWN and we are bringing EVERYTHING!\n\nFriends of MLK + TMBC Lincoln Resource Center invite YOU to celebrate Juneteenth 2026 in the heart of Davenport!\n\n📅 Saturday\, June 20th | 11AM – 4PM\n📍 2nd Street between Brady & Harrison | Downtown Davenport\n\nWe’ve moved from the river to the streets of downtown — and that means MORE space\, MORE energy\, and MORE of everything you love about Juneteenth!\n\n✊🏾 History Tent — Know your roots. Honor the journey.\n🍽️ Amazing Food — Flavors that feed the soul\n🛍️ Vendors — Shop local! Shop Black! Shop proud!\n🎶 Live Entertainment — Music and performances that’ll move you\n👧🏾 Kids Zone — Fun for the whole family\n🎊 And so much more!\n\nThis is more than a celebration — it’s a movement. A community coming together to honor freedom\, culture\, and the road ahead.\nCome out! Bring the family! Feel the love!
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/juneteenth-celebration-3/
LOCATION:Friends of MLK\, Inc\, 501 Brady St. Suite 106\, Davenport\, IA\, 52803
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260620T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260620T170000
DTSTAMP:20260617T194618Z
CREATED:20260617T194618Z
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UID:12775-1781942400-1781974800@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Keokuk Iowa's Juneteenth 5K
DESCRIPTION:Keokuk Iowa’s Juneteenth 5K\nTime: 8a.m. \nDate: June 20 \nLocation: Rand Park\, 1401 Stripe St. Keokuk\, IA \nRegistration: Starts at 7a.m. at site or scan QR code below \n  \n \n  \nIn honor of Juneteenth we are holding our sixth annual 5K Freedom Run! Meet at the Chief of Keokuk before race time (8am). Register online or on-site! \n 
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/keokuk-iowas-juneteenth-5k/
LOCATION:Rand Park\, 1401 Stripe St.\, Keokuk\, IA\, 52632
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260619T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260619T220000
DTSTAMP:20260511T143829Z
CREATED:20260511T143427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T143829Z
UID:12210-1781899200-1781906400@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:A Soulful Celebration
DESCRIPTION:A Soulful Celebration\nLocation: Garden Restaurant & Show Lounge \nAddress:  525 E Grand Ave. Des Moines\, IA  50309 \nDate; Friday\, June 19th\, 8:00 p.m. \n  \n  \n \n  \nA Soulful Celebration \n\nCome to the Garden Restaurant and Show Lounge to celebrate Juneteenth with Empress 30 Alexandra St. James. All Performers welcomed! \nNet proceeds to benefit ICIA’s Scholarship Funds. \nIf you can’t make it to the show but would like to make a donation\, please use this link\nhttps://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/a-soulful-celebration \nYou may also like the following events from Imperial Court Of Iowa: \n\nThis Friday\, 15th May\, 08:00 pm\, Boy Band Night in Des Moines\nNext month\, 19th June\, 06:00 pm\, Murder at the Prom: A Totally Rad 80s Murder Mystery Dinner in Des Moines\nThis September\, 24th September\, 06:00 pm\, Coronation 34 – In-State Show in Des Moines\n\nAlso check out other Nonprofit events in Des Moines\, Performances in Des Moines\, Entertainment events in Des Moines.
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/a-soulful-celebration/
LOCATION:The Garden\, ATM\, 525 E Grand Ave.\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260619T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260619T200000
DTSTAMP:20260527T203555Z
CREATED:20260527T202832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T203555Z
UID:12473-1781899200-1781899200@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Juneteenth Freedom - Culture - Community
DESCRIPTION:Juneteenth Freedom – Culture – Community\n  \nWhen: Friday\, June 19th \nWhere: Willkie House\, 900 17th St. Des Moines\, IA 50314 \nTime: 8 p.m. – Midnight \nCelebrating the 109th Birthday of Willkie House! \n \n  \n  \nAdmission $10\, Music by DJ Hollywood Party Rocka \nHonoring our Past. Celebrating our Present. Inspiring our Future!
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/juneteenth-freedom-culture-community/
LOCATION:Willke House Inc.\, 900 17th St\,\, Des Moines\, IA\, IA\, 50314\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260619T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260619T220000
DTSTAMP:20260609T160354Z
CREATED:20260526T150714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T160354Z
UID:12435-1781895600-1781906400@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Juneteenth Poetry Jam
DESCRIPTION:New City Poets’ 2nd Annual Juneteenth Poetry Jam\nDate: Friday\, June 19th \nTime: 7:00p.m. \nLocation: 1159 24th St.\, Des Moines\, IA  50314 \ncost: $20 \n  \n \n  \n 
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/juneteenth-poetry-jam/
LOCATION:XBK LIVE\, 1159 24th St\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50311
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260619T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260619T220000
DTSTAMP:20260617T181301Z
CREATED:20260617T180925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T181301Z
UID:12761-1781892000-1781906400@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Juneteenth Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Juneteenth Celebration\nTime: 6p.m. \nDate: June 19th \nLocation: Belle Center – 107 West Broad St. Mt. Pleasant Iowa\, 52641 \n \n  \nPanel To Discuss Juneteenth and the Struggle for Freedom\nA panel of local citizens will discuss the struggles African Americans faced on their road to freedom\, beginning with those who were enslaved and traversed the Underground Railroad. The struggle led to the important freeing of the slaves on June 19th 1865\, in Texas. (Hence the origin of “Juneteenth.”)\nThe evening will begin with a short video title “The Truth about Juneteenth.”\nThis will be followed by discussion by three panelists. They will include David Helman\, Director of the Lewelling House in Salem–a stop on the Underground Railroad; Dr. Jeff Hendred\, a motivational speaker\, an associate pastor\, an author\, and as the Dean of the 2025 – 2026 Ottumwa Leadership Academy; and Rachelle Chase\, a podcaster\, columnist\, and author of eight books and novellas.\nWhile Juneteenth is sometimes called “Freedom Day\,” history shows that actual freedom took a long time to achieve. Even today America works to achieve our dream of complete equality of opportunity. Remembering Juneteenth is a way of remembering this ongoing struggle.\nThe discussion will occur on Friday\, June 19th\, at 6:00 p.m.\, in the Belle Center (107 W Broad Street). The event is free and open to the public.\n  \n 
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/juneteenth-celebration-5/
LOCATION:Belle Center\, 107 West Broad St.\, Mt. Pleasant\, IA\, 52641
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260619T174500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260621T130000
DTSTAMP:20260617T185601Z
CREATED:20260617T172916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T185601Z
UID:12757-1781891100-1782046800@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Juneteenth 16th Annual Forever Resilient Events
DESCRIPTION:Juneteenth 16th Annual Forever Resilient Events\nDate: Friday\, June 19th – June 21st \nTimes: See below \nLocations: See below \n \n  \nHighlighting the history of Black Culture through Art\, Performances\, Fashion\, and Food \n\nDubuque’s upcoming Juneteenth celebration weekend will feature three days of activities. \n\n\nThe 16th annual Juneteenth Freedom Celebration\, hosted by Dubuque Multicultural Family Center\, will be held June 19-21\, according to an online announcement. \n\n\nA History Retold event will be held from 5:45 to 9 p.m. June 19 at Multicultural Family Center\, 1157 Central Ave. \n\nA Picnic in the Park event will be held from noon to 4 p.m. June 20 at Jackson Park\, 1500 Main St. \n\n\nThe event features a talent show with cash prizes\, raffles\, a bounce house\, all-ages games\, free food and food trucks. \n\n\nA Prayer and Praise event featuring a variety of Dubuque congregations will take place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. June 21 at Multicultural Family Center. \n\n\nJuneteenth has been celebrated since June 19\, 1865\, when Union General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston\, Texas\, and issued General Order No. 3\, officially declaring the end of slavery in the state\, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed. \n\n\nAlso called Emancipation Day\, Juneteenth became a federal holiday in 2021.
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/history-retold-juneteenth-event/
LOCATION:Multicultural Family Center\, 1157 Central Ave\, Dubuque\, IA\, 52001
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260619T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260621T220000
DTSTAMP:20260608T183842Z
CREATED:20260608T183842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260608T183842Z
UID:12598-1781888400-1782079200@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Sioux City Iowa Black Pride Family Homecoming
DESCRIPTION:Sioux City\, Iowa Black Pride Family Homecoming\nLocation: Warrior Hotel\, Downtown Sioux City \nDate: June 19 thru June 21st \n \n  \nThe Juneteenth Celebration Sioux City Black Pride Family Homecoming Weekend (June 19–21\, 2026)\, which welcomes former Sioux City residents back for fellowship and celebration. \nThis event not only brings the local black community together but also welcomes back those born in Sioux City who return home during this time to reunite and celebrate. Our goal is to continue building a stronger community for the future through these efforts. \nHow to Attend\n\nDates: June 19–21\, 2026\nMain Event Location: Sanford Community Center\, Sioux City\, IA\nJuneteenth Event: June 19\, 2026\, 5–7 p.m.\nHomecoming Weekend: June 19–21\, 2026 (specific daily schedules to be announced by organizers)
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/sioux-city-iowa-black-pride-family-homecoming/
LOCATION:Warrior Hotel\, 525 6th Street\, Sioux City\, IA\, 51101
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260619T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260619T200000
DTSTAMP:20260617T171141Z
CREATED:20260617T171141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T171141Z
UID:12753-1781888400-1781899200@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Juneteenth Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Juneteenth Celebration by Living Peace 365 at Clinton LumberKings\nTime: 5p.m. \nDate: June 19 \nlocation: Clinton LumberKings 55 6th Ave N\, Clinton\, IA 52732 \n \n  \nJoin us for a free Juneteenth Celebration followed by an exciting LumberKings game! We’ll have balloon twisting\, face painting\, community tables and so much more!
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/juneteenth-celebration-4/
LOCATION:LumberKings\, 55 6th Ave N\, Clinton\, IA\, 52732
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260619T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260619T190000
DTSTAMP:20260608T183922Z
CREATED:20260605T160725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260608T183922Z
UID:12581-1781888400-1781895600@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Sioux City NAACP Juneteenth Celebration 2026
DESCRIPTION:Sioux City NAACP Juneteenth Celebration 2026\nLocation: Sanford Community Center\, 1700 Geneva St.\, Sioux City\, IA \nDate: June 19th \nTime: 5-7p.m. \n  \n \n  \nThe Sioux City NAACP will host its Juneteenth Celebration on Friday\, June 19\, 2026\, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Sanford Community Center\, 1700 Geneva St.\, Sioux City\, IA \nAdditional Community Event\nThe Juneteenth Celebration coincides with the Sioux City Black Pride Family Homecoming Weekend (June 19–21\, 2026)\, which welcomes former Sioux City residents back for fellowship and celebration.
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/sioux-city-naacp-juneteenth-celebration-2026/
LOCATION:Standford Community Center\, 1700 Geneva St\, Sioux City\, IA\, 51103
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260619T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260619T210000
DTSTAMP:20260610T153931Z
CREATED:20260610T153931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T153931Z
UID:12637-1781884800-1781902800@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Juneteenth Celebration at Good Park
DESCRIPTION:Juneteenth Celebration at Good Park\nTime: 4 – 9p.m. \nLocation: Good Park\, 1115 17th St. University Ave\, Des Moines\, IA 50314
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/juneteenth-celebration-at-good-park/
LOCATION:Good Park\, 1115 7th St. University Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50314
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260619T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260619T210000
DTSTAMP:20260609T183507Z
CREATED:20260609T183040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T183507Z
UID:12622-1781884800-1781902800@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:UAW Local 450 - Juneteenth and Pride Celebration
DESCRIPTION:UAW Local 450 – Juneteenth & Pride Celebration\nTime: 4 – 9 p.m. \nDate: Friday\, June 19th \nLocation: Union Labor Park\, 4640 NW Morning Star Dr\, Des Moines\, IA 50313 \n \n  \nBring your blankets and lawn chairs – Everyone is encouraged to bring a dish to share. \nDJ\, Food\, Family relay games\, performances\, and vendors.
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/uaw-local-450-juneteenth-and-pride-celebration/
LOCATION:Union Labor Park\, 4640 NW MorningStar Dr.\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50313
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260619T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260619T220000
DTSTAMP:20260608T200758Z
CREATED:20260608T195916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260608T200758Z
UID:12609-1781874000-1781906400@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Black Voices Project Juneteenth Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Black Voices Juneteenth Celebration\nLocation: Pepperwood Plaza\, 947 Hwy 6 E. Iowa City\, IA 52240 \nTime: Opening Ceremony starts at 1:00 p.m. \n \n  \n“Juneteenth Brings Balance to America’s Celebration of Freedom” \nBlack Voices Project in partnership with Dream City presents Juneteenth Celebration. Freedom – Culture – Community Excellence
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/black-voices-project-juneteenth-celebration/
LOCATION:Pepperwood Plaza\, 947 HWY 6 East\, Iowa City\, IA\, 52240
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260619T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260619T180000
DTSTAMP:20260511T163529Z
CREATED:20260511T162824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T163529Z
UID:12216-1781874000-1781892000@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Sherman Hills District 1st Annual Juneteenth Event
DESCRIPTION:First Annual Sherman Hill Juneteenth Event\nLocation: Sherman Hill Neighborhood\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50314 \nTime: June 19th\, 1-6 p.m. \n \n  \nJoin us this Saturday\, June 19th from 1-6pm to celebrate Juneteenth as SHA celebrates the liberation of Black Americans\, and recognizes that Black History is Iowa History.\nHere are some details for you\, along with the Facebook event page to share with your neighbors\, friends and family in Des Moines!\nThe Chalk Art Tour will go live on Saturday morning and will feature web pages for the Juneteenth featured artists. Visitors can find artists bios\, Botanical Garden neighborhood fun facts\, and invitation to join the in-person event at Ingersoll Square Lofts from 1pm-6pm! \nThe culminating event at 1900 High Street\, Ingersoll Square Lofts will feature Black-owned food truck\, Veggie Thumper\, as well as live entertainment\, and an opportunity to win a 60 minute tarot/energy work session with Goddess Caroll!
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/sherman-hills-district-1st-annual-juneteenth-event/
LOCATION:Sherman Hills District\, Sherman Hills District\, Des\, IA\, 50314\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260619T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260619T150000
DTSTAMP:20260526T143546Z
CREATED:20260526T143546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T143546Z
UID:12427-1781870400-1781881200@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Juneteenth - Save the Date
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date Juneteenth Tea\nDate: Friday\, June 19\, 2026 \nLocation: Grand View University Student Center – 2811 E 14th St. Des Moines\, IA 50316 \n \nTheme: Woman You Are Enough – 2 Corinthians 9:8 \nGuest Speaker Rachelle Hunt-Russian \n 
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/juneteenth-save-the-date/
LOCATION:Grandview University Student Center\, 2811 E 14th ST\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50316
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260619T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260619T150000
DTSTAMP:20260611T171153Z
CREATED:20260611T171153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T171153Z
UID:12700-1781863200-1781881200@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Historic Community Celebration Ottumwa Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting
DESCRIPTION:Historic Community Celebration!\nTime: 10:00a.m to 3:00p.m. \nDate: June 19th \nLocation: The Rock Missionary Baptist Church\, 420 E Main St. Ottumwa\, IA
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/historic-community-celebration-ottumwa-chamber-of-commerce-ribbon-cutting/
LOCATION:The Rock Missionary Baptist Church\, 420 E. Main St\, Ottumwa\, IA\, 52501
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260618T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260621T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T163720Z
CREATED:20260605T163720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T163720Z
UID:12586-1781807400-1782072000@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:31st Annual Juneteenth Celebration Unity in the Community
DESCRIPTION:31st Annual Juneteenth Celebration Unity in the Community\nDate: Thursday\, June 18th – Sunday\, June 21st – See dates/times below \nLocation: Gates Park Amphitheater – 620 E Donald St. & Sullivan Park. E 4th & Adams St. Waterloo\, IA \n  \n \n  \nDate: June 18th Gates Park Amphitheater – Waterloo Revue & Talent show \nTime: 6:30-8:30 p.m.  \nLocation: 620 E Donald St. Waterloo IA  \n  \nDate: June 19th – Speakers/Music/Raffles \nTime: 5-9 p.m.  \nLocation: Sullivan Park E. 4th & Adam St.  \n  \nDate: June 20th – Vendors\, Raffles\, Music & More \nTime: 1-8p.m.  \nLocation: Sullivan Park E. 4th & Adams St.  \n  \nDate: June 21st – A Little Bit of This and A Little Bit of That! \nTime: 2-8p.m.  \nLocation: Sullivan Park E. 4th & Adams St.
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/31st-annual-juneteenth-celebration-unity-in-the-community/
LOCATION:Sullivan Park\, E 4th & Adams St.\, Waterloo\, IA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260618T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260618T210000
DTSTAMP:20260617T164746Z
CREATED:20260617T164746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T164746Z
UID:12747-1781805600-1781816400@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Juneteenth Celebration Parade
DESCRIPTION:Juneteenth Celebration Parade by Keokuk Association Rights and Equality\nTime: 6:00 p.m. \nDate: June 18th \nLocation: 1100 Main St\, Keokuk\, IA 52632 \n \nCome out and celebrate with KARE during our Juneteenth Parade\, featuring the Crusaders Drill Team and Dance Team from Waterloo\, Iowa!\nThe parade will start at the mall and end at Dr. Getwell’s. After the parade\, stick around for an exciting street performance and enjoy delicious food specials at Dr. Getwell’s.\nBring your family\, bring your friends\, and celebrate with us! \nYou may also like the following events from KARE – The Keokuk Association for Rights and Equality: \n\nThis Wednesday\, 17th June\, 06:00 pm\, Juneteenth Kickoff Concert in Keokuk\nThis Friday\, 19th June\, 05:00 pm\, Soul Food Dinner in Keokuk\nThis Saturday\, 20th June\, 08:00 am\, Keokuk Juneteenth 5K in Keokuk\n\n  \n 
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/juneteenth-celebration-parade/
LOCATION:Dr. Getwell’s\, 1100 Main St\, Keokuk\, IA\, IA\, 52632
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260618T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260618T210000
DTSTAMP:20260504T145756Z
CREATED:20260504T145756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T145756Z
UID:12130-1781802000-1781816400@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Iowa Juneteenth Celebrate Freedom
DESCRIPTION:Juneteenth Jubilee\nLocation: State Historical Building – 600 E. Locust Street\, Des Moines\, IA 50309 \nTime: 5p.m. \nDate: June 18\, 2026 \n \n  \n\n\nFormerly known as the Community Builders Appreciation Banquet. This event is hosted on the 3rd Thursday of every June. The community comes together to recognize individuals nominated along with our 3 high school essay contest winners.\n\n\n\nOur award ceremony celebrates individuals nominated by their community members. All nominees must reside in the state of Iowa and fulfill the requirements of each category. \n\nJames Durham Health Practitioner of The Year Award\nIowa Citizen of The Year Award\nMary McLeod Bethune Education Award\nRocky Weston Gospel Award\nJesse F. Taylor Advocacy Award\nLiberty Award\n\nJuneteenth Jubilee Registration\nAn Evening of Culture\, Connection & Celebration\n\nJoin us for an unforgettable evening at the Juneteenth Jubilee\, where history\, culture\, and community come together at the State Historical Building in Des Moines. This signature celebration honors the legacy of Iowa Juneteenth while creating space for meaningful connection\, conversation\, and collective impact. \nGuests will enjoy live music and entertainment that sets the tone for a vibrant and inspiring night. Light refreshments will be available\, offering the perfect setting to relax\, connect\, and celebrate together. The evening will feature an awards ceremony and the opportunity to explore the historical memorabilia and cultural displays that honor the journey and resilience behind Iowa Juneteenth. \nThroughout the event\, guests are invited to participate in a silent auction\, showcasing products from local emerging business owners\, non-profits organization\, and corporate sponsors. The proceeds will support Iowa Juneteenth programming\, including scholarships\, education initiatives\, and year-round community engagement. Whether you’re reconnecting with familiar faces or building new relationships\, the Jubilee offers intentional opportunities for networking and community connection in a space designed for shared purpose. \nSecure your ticket\, bring a friend\, and be part of an evening that celebrates freedom while building community. \n\n 
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/iowa-juneteenth-celebrate-freedom/
LOCATION:State Historical Building\, 600 E Locust St\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260618T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260618T130000
DTSTAMP:20260617T162807Z
CREATED:20260617T162807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T162807Z
UID:12745-1781782200-1781787600@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Juneteenth Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Crossroads Celebrating Juneteenth Plymouth Congregational Church\nTime: 11:45a.m. – 1:00p.m. \nDate: June 18th \nLocation: 4126 Ingersoll Ave\, Des Moines\, IA 50312 \n 
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/juneteenth-celebration/
LOCATION:Plymouth Church\, 4126 Ingersoll Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50312
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