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Juneteenth Celebration

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Event# 816-456-6654

Event Details

This is a free, fun, family-oriented annual event. Juneteenth or June 19 is the oldest observance of the end of slavery in the United States. Activities include a parade that starts at 10 am at 15th & Main and ends at the Fairground Park, an opening ceremony, live music and entertainment, children and youth activities, John Madden NFL video game tournament, a job fair, educational exhibits and speakers. There is a new state of the art swimming pool in addition to horseshoe, tennis, basketball courts and a softball fields that are available. 10 am to 6 pm.

Vendor coordinator: Gerald Gordon, 660-259-4933 Parade and publicity coordinator Linda Smith, 816-456-6654 Education co-coordinators Teresa Habernal, 816-781-1246, Mable Hawkins, 660-259-4420 Entertainment coordinator Arron Haynes, 660-584-3748 We are looking for vendors, parade participants, performers, etc.

Juneteenth Celebration

Address : Fairground Park Higginsville MO
Phone : 816-456-6654   (Always call and confirm events.)
Fax : 660-584-7846

Email Address : beyourbest807@msn.com

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Admission Fee : Free

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