Juneteenth
Wondering when Juneteenth is or what it celebrates? Learn the meaning behind this powerful holiday, when it’s observed, and how it’s honored across the U.S.
When is Juneteenth?
Juneteenth – Thursday, June 19, 2025
Juneteenth is celebrated on June 19th every year.
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| Holiday | Year | Day of the week | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Juneteenth | 2024 | Wednesday | June 19, 2024 |
| Juneteenth | 2025 | Thursday | June 19, 2025 |
| Juneteenth | 2026 | Friday | June 19, 2026 |
| Juneteenth | 2027 | Saturday *) | June 19, 2027 |
| Juneteenth | 2028 | Monday | June 19, 2028 |
| Juneteenth | 2029 | Tuesday | June 19, 2029 |
| Juneteenth | 2030 | Wednesday | June 19, 2030 |
| Juneteenth | 2031 | Thursday | June 19, 2031 |
| Juneteenth | 2032 | Saturday *) | June 19, 2032 |
| Juneteenth | 2033 | Sunday *) | June 19, 2033 |
| Juneteenth | 2034 | Monday | June 19, 2034 |
| Juneteenth | 2035 | Tuesday | June 19, 2035 |
*) Juneteenth is a Federal holiday and it’s observed on the 19th of June.
- If it lands on a Sunday, it will be observed on a Monday.
- If the day lands on a Saturday, Juneteenth will be observed on a Friday.
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What is Juneteenth?
Juneteenth (Juneteenth National Independence Day) – short for June nineteenth – commemorates the day in 1865 when enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas were finally informed of their freedom, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation.
It’s a celebration of freedom, heritage, and
Is Juneteenth a Public Holiday?
Yes! Juneteenth is a federal holiday, and federal offices are closed. However, observance may vary by state and employer.
How is Juneteenth Celebrated?
🎉 Community events with music, food, and dancing
📚 Educational programs about African American history
🎨 Parades, art shows, and cultural festivals
🕊️ Reflections on freedom and ongoing
Interesting Facts About Juneteenth
• Also known as Freedom Day, Emancipation Day, and Jubilee Day. (source)
• The first Juneteenth celebration took place in Texas in 1866.
• The Juneteenth flag features a bursting star to symbolize new freedom and a new beginning.
• Texas was the first state to make Juneteenth an official state holiday—in 1980!
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