Danbury Plans Two-Day Juneteenth Celebration With Music, Vendors

DANBURY, CT — The Danbury Juneteenth Coalition will host its fourth annual Juneteenth Freedom Day Community Celebration on June 20 and 21, marking the end of slavery in the United States and honoring African American culture and history.

The two-day event, themed “Thriving Together, Empowering Community: Faith, Family, Freedom,” begins Friday evening with live music and community gathering at CityCenter Green, 1 Ives St., from 7 to 9 p.m., in conjunction with the CityCenter Danbury Summer in the City concert series.

On Saturday, festivities will continue from noon to 5 p.m. at Western Connecticut State University’s Midtown Campus, 181 White St., featuring live entertainment, cultural and historical exhibits, local vendors, food trucks, a Kids’ Corner, wellness resources, and other family-friendly activities.

Organizers expect more than 300 attendees. The volunteer-run event is funded entirely by donations and sponsorships, with proceeds supporting event expenses. Local businesses, organizations, and residents are invited to participate as sponsors, vendors, or volunteers.

More information is available by contacting Phyllis Kinlow at DanburyJune19@gmail.com or 203-942-9478. Donations and sponsorships can be submitted online here or by mail to Juneteenth Celebration, c/o Salt & Light Ministries, 42 Lake Ave. Ext., Unit 120, Danbury, CT 06811.