Juneteenth Summit 2026

In a city that shows up for Juneteenth, this is where the conversation begins. The inaugural Juneteenth Summit is designed for connection, access, and progress.

From mainstage conversations to smaller breakout sessions, every part of the Summit is designed to bring people together, share knowledge, and open doors.

Schedule

Event Details

The Juneteenth Summit honors a pivotal moment in our nation's history, while creating space for what comes next, bringing people together in Little Rock for a day rooted in reflection, celebration, and forward movement. For sponsorship opportunities please email juneteenth@friendsofmtcc.org

Date & Time - June 19, 2026 | 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Location - Robinson Center, 426 W Markham St, Little Rock, Arkansas 72201
Price - Free registration ticketed event

Two speakers standing on stage in front of a podium with a Juneteenth sign.

Across main stage conversations, breakout sessions, and interactive workshops, attendees walk away with a new perspective and real next steps. The Summit focuses on:

Economic Mobility & Workforce Development

Entrepreneurship & Innovation

The Creative & Cultural Economy

Financial Empowerment & Wealth Building

Leadership & Community Advancement

Program Schedule

Time	Main Stage (Performance Hall)	Wealth & Impact (Hamilton 60)	Workforce, Tech & Economy Mobility (Porter 60)	History & Legacy (BHF) (Davis 60)	Health & Refresh Lounge (Piazza 50)	Career + Opportunity Hall (Convention Center Ballroom)
8 a.m. - 9 a.m.	Registration + DJ
9 a.m. - 10 a.m.	Welcome & Opening (History of Juneteenth)					Booths Open - 9 a.m.
10:05 a.m. - 10:55 a.m.	Keynote (Little Rock Nine Members: Carlotta Walls, Terrance Roberts, Elizabeth Eckford and/or Minnijean Brown-Trickey)					**Ongoing
11:05 a.m. - 11:55 a.m.		City of Little Rock	Love You Some Little Rock	Power Women Panel	Lounge	**Ongoing
12 p.m. - 1 p.m.		Southern Bancorp	Motown of the South: Stax Records	Southern Fashion Panel		**Ongoing
1:05 p.m. - 2 p.m.		Arkansas Black Philanthropy	Arkansas Influencers	Still I Rise (Maya Angelou)	Lounge	**Ongoing
2:05 p.m. - 2:55 p.m.	Keynote (Barbershop Talk: Fred Taylor, Darren McFadden)					**Ongoing
3 p.m. - 4 p.m.		VIP Reception: Stella Boyle Smith Grand Terrace	VIP Reception: Stella Boyle Smith Grand Terrace			**Ongoing
4 p.m. - 5 p.m.						Booths Close - 5 p.m.

Make it a Juneteenth weekend in Little Rock, with celebrations happening across the city. Between events, relax and stay awhile, explore local restaurants, get inspired at museums and attractions, and experience the places that make this city feel like home.