Join Us for the 5th Annual Bronzeville Juneteenth Celebration!

Written By Lindsey White

The Black Star Project, in partnership with Absolutely Anything Essential, is proud to present the 5th Annual Bronzeville Juneteenth Celebration—a vibrant, family-friendly event honoring Black freedom, culture, and community resilience.

📅 Date: Saturday, June 14th, 2025
🕚 Time: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Location: 35th & King Drive, Chicago, IL

This year’s celebration will feature:

  • Live performances by local artists

  • A Kids Zone with fun activities and youth vendors

  • Delicious free food and community resource tables

  • Black-owned businesses and artisan vendors

  • Father’s Day & Men’s Health Month recognition, featuring the Illinois Fatherhood Initiative Awards

Juneteenth is more than a celebration—it’s a time to honor the legacy of freedom, reflect on our progress, and uplift the voices and talents within our community. With hundreds of attendees expected, we’re creating a space for joy, unity, healing, and empowerment on Chicago’s South Side.

Volunteer With Us!

We’re calling on community members, students, service groups, and organizations to volunteer and help make this event a success!

Volunteers will assist with:

  • Event setup and breakdown

  • Hospitality and food distribution

  • Vendor and stage support

  • Youth activities and Kids Zone

  • General event assistance

Sign up to volunteer here: https://bit.ly/Juneteenth2025Volunteer

Whether you can give a few hours or the whole day, your time and energy will make a meaningful impact. Community service hours can be verified.

Join us in celebrating Black excellence—past, present, and future. Bring your friends, family, and neighbors for a day filled with culture, connection, and community pride.

For more information or to get involved, email us at communityinfo@blackstarproject.org or call us at 773-285-9600.

Lindsey White
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