SD Melanin’s 7th Annual Juneteenth Celebration!

Celebrate Juneteenth with a day full of joy, music, and community at Kinfolk Fest! This year, SD Melanin presents their 7th annual Juneteenth celebration at Waterfront Park. Join us for an unforgettable event that honors freedom, unity, and Black excellence.

Event Details:

• Date and Time: Saturday, June 15th, 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM
• Location: Waterfront Park, San Diego, CA
• Age Requirement: 21+ only

Highlights:

• Live Music + DJ Sets: Enjoy performances by Chubb E Swagg, DJ Root, Shawn Moore, DJ Almond Eyez, Brittany Taylor, Sound Collage, and more.
• Wellness Activations: Engage in activities designed to promote health and well-being.
• Vendors, Food, and Drink: Explore a variety of vendors offering delicious food and unique items.
• VIP Hosted Bar Powered by Uncle Nearest: Experience exclusive VIP treatment with a hosted bar.
• Art Installations: Immerse yourself in captivating art installations.

Event Features:

• Hosted By: Dauche, Tha Speakerboxx, and Shawn Moore.
• Sponsored By: Lululemon, the City of San Diego, and Black San Diego, among other gracious sponsors.

About Juneteenth: Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day, Jubilee Day, Liberation Day, and Emancipation Day, is a holiday celebrating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States. It originated in Galveston, Texas, and is celebrated annually on June 19th across the nation. The holiday commemorates the June 19, 1865, announcement by Union Army General Gordon Granger, proclaiming freedom from slavery in Texas, the most remote of the slave states.

Additional Information:

• Kid-Friendly: This event is strictly 21+.
• Seating: Feel free to bring blankets, sheets, and towels. Chairs, umbrellas, and tents are not permitted.

Join us at Waterfront Park for a day of celebration, unity, and community. Let’s honor the significance of Juneteenth together!