"juneteenth"
June 14- June 16, 2024
Who we Are The 1865 Coalition
The 1865 Coalition is a collaboration of community organizations, residents, stakeholders, law enforcement, educational institutions, elected officials, local businesses, and churches who collectively have come together to host a three day “Juneteenth” celebration in Garfield Park called the “1865 Fest”
This goal is achieved through cultural activities, art, education, sports, entertainment, community engagement, state wide partnerships and strategic planning.
This goal is achieved through cultural activities, art, education, sports, entertainment, community engagement, state wide partnerships and strategic planning.
The"1865 Fest" JUNETEENTH Cultural Experience
The "1865 Fest" Kick off
Garfield Park’s Music Court Drive (The Circle) Madison & Monroe/Hamlin & Central Park, Chicago, IL
Juneteenth Military Honors
June 17
- Honoring Black Veterans & Current Military Service Members
- Flag Raising Ceremony
- VIP Partners Reception
The Cultural experience
June 18
- Cultural Family Activities- Educational Workshops
- Live music & (free food w/ticket
Father's Day Grill off & house music event
June 19
- Honoring A Fathers Day
- Sunday Father’s Day Grill Off- Arts and Entertainment- Live Music & (Free Food w/ticket)