GREENVILLE, Miss. — The city of Greenville will mark Juneteenth with a four-day celebration from June 19 to 22, honoring veterans and African American heritage with a series of community-focused events.
Organized by the Local Organizing Committee of Mississippi, the celebration kicks off on Wednesday, June 19, with a flag-raising ceremony at noon at Greenville City Hall, located at 340 Main Street.
On Thursday, June 20, a Juneteenth Pageant will take place at Cee Bee’s Banquet Hall, 136 Walnut Street, starting at 7 p.m.
The highlight of the weekend is the Juneteenth Parade and Festival on Friday, June 21, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Historical Nelson Street beginning at 9:30 a.m. The event will include food vendors, entertainment, and a special performance by the musical group “Variety.” Admission is free.
The festivities conclude Sunday, June 22, with a commemorative service at Mt. Horeb Baptist Church at 524 Nelson Street beginning at 11 a.m.
The celebration is supported by the City of Greenville, the NAACP, and other community partners. For more information, residents can call 662-577-1258 or 662-522-7354.
