Juneteenth
Juneteenth is a celebration of freedom, history, and community. In Little Rock, it’s a tradition that brings people together to honor the journey toward freedom while celebrating the culture and contributions of the Black community.
For decades, Little Rock has marked Juneteenth with celebrations that reflect the creativity, culture, and entrepreneurial spirit of the city’s Black community. The holiday brings that to life across Little Rock, with local artists and musicians taking the stage, Black-owned businesses sharing their work, and Black-owned restaurants serving up some of the flavors that have helped shape the city’s food scene. Together, they make Juneteenth a celebration rooted in Little Rock’s history, culture, and community.
Juneteenth in Da Rock Summit
Juneteenth in Da Rock Summit puts the focus on the conversations, ideas, and opportunities shaping what comes next. Main-stage conversations, breakout sessions, and interactive workshops explore economic mobility, entrepreneurship, the creative economy, financial empowerment, leadership, and community advancement.
- Location: Robinson Center | 426 W Markham St
- Date & Time: Friday, June 18, 2027
Come ready to ask bigger questions, hear new perspectives, and leave with ideas you can put into action. Free registration is required, with 2027 Summit details to be announced.
Party on the River with Rodney Block Collective & All Star Friends
Juneteenth has a soundtrack, and Party on the River brings it to the Little Rock riverfront. Rodney Block Collective & All Star Friends take the stage at First Security Amphitheater for an evening that puts live music at the center of the celebration. Along the Arkansas River, the concert taps into the role music has long played in bringing people together for Juneteenth.
- Location: First Security Amphitheater | 400 President Clinton Ave
- Date & Time: Friday, June 18, 2027 | 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Juneteenth in Da Rock
Juneteenth in Da Rock is a community-wide celebration honoring Black history, culture, and connection in Little Rock. Organized by the Mosaic Templars Cultural Center, the event features family-friendly experiences such as a Kids Zone, a 5K run or walk, and a vibrant street festival with music, food, and local vendors. Additional affiliated events will be announced as details become available.
- Location: Mosaic Templars Cultural Center | 501 W 9th St
- Date & Time: Saturday, June 19, 2027 | 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.
