06/17/2026
This Friday is Juneteenth and all weekend there are events celebrating Black history, art, and communities across New Mexico with music, food, dance, and so much more!
Find an event near you:
LAS CRUCES: Attend one of NMSU Black Programs events including Black Business Highlight on June 19th at 10am-4pm and Power of the Black Dollar on June 19th at 12-1:15pm
ABQ: Explore the Albuquerque Museum for free on June 18th at 5-8:30pm and kick off the Juneteenth weekend with performances and a pop up market
LAS CRUCES: Enjoy jazz performances and events across Las Cruces hosted by City of Las Cruces and Las Cruces Museums during the Juneteenth Jazz Arts Festival from June 17th-21st including:
Jazz Procession along Las Cruces Avenue on June 19th at 5-6pm
Jazz Arts Festival at the Branigan Cultural Center on June 20th at 10am-1pm
Make Music Day at Young Park on June 21st at 7-10pm
TAOS: Celebrate Black storytelling, creativity, and culture during the 6th Annual Juneteenth Festival: “One for the Books,” at Taos Art Museum at Fechin House on June 19th at 3-7:30pm
ABQ: Connect at the Juneteenth Celebration at ABQ Civic Plaza & Convention Center on June 19th at 5–11pm NMJuneteenth
ABQ: Dance at Sister Bar during their Juneteenth Juke Joint on June 19th from 8pm-1am The Syndicate - YBABQ
ABQ: Enjoy local drag performances during the Juneteenth Drag show at Sidewinders Bar and Grill on June 19th at 9pm
CLOVIS, PORTALES, & HOBBS: Don't miss free food, live performances, and vendors at the 4th Annual Juneteenth Celebration presented by The Connect at Potters Park on June 20th at 10am-4pm
SANTA FE: Celebrate with live music, food, and activities at Santa Fe Plaza during the Juneteenth Celebration on June 20th at 2-9pm Lensic 360
We know we didn't get everything, so feel free to shout out other events in the comments! We hope everyone has a safe and joyful Juneteenth.