Juneteenth celebration at Summerfest; experiences, events June 18-20

The Brief

  • Summerfest and Northcott Neighborhood House have announced Juneteenth celebration details for 2026.
  • Milwaukee’s traditional Juneteenth Day parade and festival will take place along Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive on June 19.
  • Enjoy a variety of experiences and events from June 18 through June 20.

MILWAUKEE Summerfest and Northcott Neighborhood House invite the community to extend the Juneteenth celebration at Summerfest with a variety of experiences and events from June 18 through June 20.

Milwaukee’s traditional Juneteenth Day parade and festival will take place along Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive on June 19, celebrating its 55th Anniversary in 2026.

Summerfest Opening Ceremony

What we know:

During the festival’s official opening ceremony on June 18 at 6 p.m., Summerfest will recognize the recipients of Northcott Neighborhood House’s Juneteenth scholarship pageant.

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