Austin Area Urban League

Austin Area Urban League Local Austin Affiliate of the National Urban League

OUR MISSION

The mission of the Austin Area Urban League is to provide tools to African Americans and underserved populations to build a foundation for social and economic equality. OUR ORGANIZATION

The National Urban League is a historic civil rights organization dedicated to economic empowerment in order to elevate the standard of living in historically under served urban communities. Founded i

n 1910 and headquartered in New York City, the National Urban League spearheads the efforts of its local affiliates through the development of programs, public policy research, and advocacy. Today, there are more than 100 local affiliates in 36 states and the District of Columbia, providing direct services that impact and improve the lives of more than 2 million people nationwide.

Happy Juneteenth. ✊🏾Today, we honor June 19, 1865—the day the last enslaved people in Texas were informed of their freed...
06/19/2026

Happy Juneteenth. ✊🏾
Today, we honor June 19, 1865—the day the last enslaved people in Texas were informed of their freedom.

Juneteenth is a powerful reminder of resilience, delayed justice, and the strength of a people who never stopped moving forward.

At the Austin Area Urban League, we recognize the importance of creating space to remember, to celebrate, and to stay connected to our shared history and future.
Because when we honor where we’ve been, we strengthen where we’re going.

Today, we celebrate freedom. 🖤

Today is the day. ✊🏾Join the Austin Area Urban League for a full day of culture, music, food, and community as we celebr...
06/13/2026

Today is the day. ✊🏾

Join the Austin Area Urban League for a full day of culture, music, food, and community as we celebrate Juneteenth in the heart of East Austin.

This is more than an event.
This is a homecoming.
A reunion.
A celebration of who we are, where we’ve been, and where we’re going.

From the moment you arrive, you’ll feel it—the energy, the music, the joy.

Bring the whole family and enjoy:
🎶 Live performances on the Soul of the City Sound Stage
🏰 Kidz Zone with activities for the next generation
🤝 Community marketplace featuring local businesses and organizations
🌮 Food trucks serving flavors that feel like home
🎧 DJ-led dance party
👢 Community line dancing to close out the day

Freedom Fest is where generations connect.

Where culture is celebrated out loud.

Where East Austin’s legacy lives on through community.

📍 Turner Roberts Recreation Center
🗓 Saturday, June 13, 2026
🕚 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Come through. Bring your people.

This is joy.

This is culture.

This is Freedom Fest. 🖤

06/12/2026

A look back at last year's Freedom Fest, and a preview of what's to come. 🖤

Expect a day filled with live music, delicious food, local vendors, family-friendly activities, community connection, and unforgettable memories. 🤝

We can't wait to celebrate with you again this year!

Saturday, June 13, 2026
🕚 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Turner Roberts Recreation Center

Visit the link in our bio to get your FREE tickets! ⬆️

Come hungry. Stay for the community. ✊🏾🌮Freedom Fest is bringing flavors from across the city with food trucks that feel...
06/12/2026

Come hungry. Stay for the community. ✊🏾🌮
Freedom Fest is bringing flavors from across the city with food trucks that feel like home.
Pull up and grab something good:
Halal Mediterranean - classic street eats like seasoned chicken or lamb over rice, warm gyro wraps, crispy falafel, and flavorful homemade white and hot sauces

Jags BBQ - a hearty menu of traditional mesquite-smoked meats, Tex-Mex style barbecue tacos, and loaded sides, complete with a surprisingly robust selection of vegetarian and vegan options

Knightfire - juicy smash burgers, expertly smoked brisket, pulled pork sandwiches, and heavily loaded street fries

Frio Pops - handcrafted, fruity and creamy popsicles made with real ingredients

Good food. Good energy. Good people.
Come eat, connect, and celebrate with us. 🖤

We’re turning it all the way up. 🎶✊🏾The Freedom Fest stage keeps the energy going with a lineup you don’t want to miss.C...
06/12/2026

We’re turning it all the way up. 🎶✊🏾
The Freedom Fest stage keeps the energy going with a lineup you don’t want to miss.
Catch Part 2:
🎤 Paityn Jones
An up-and-coming Austin-based musical theatre vocalist and student performer. She is highly recognized for her prominent roles in Austin's local MacTheatre program, where she has starred as Ellie Blake in Freaky Friday and Delilah in Between the Lines.

🎶 Mike J and Deuce with the Fellas
An Austin-based live band that delivers a high-energy, feel-good fusion of smooth R&B, neo-soul, heavy funk, and rock.
IG:

🎧 DJ DK
"Ya Mama's Favorite DJ" , an elite spin-master and entertainer who won DJ of the Year at the 2025 Austin Hip Hop Awards.
IG:

From live performances to the DJ closing it out—this is where music, movement, and community come together.
Bring your energy. 🖤

Tomorrow we celebrate! ✊🏾Join the Austin Area Urban League as we celebrate Juneteenth—honoring our history and showing u...
06/12/2026

Tomorrow we celebrate! ✊🏾

Join the Austin Area Urban League as we celebrate Juneteenth—honoring our history and showing up for our community.

Come ready to connect, celebrate, and be in the space.

🎟 Get your tickets: https://FreedomFest26.givesmart.com

🕛 12–4 PM
📍 Turner Roberts Recreation Center

We’ll see you tomorrow. 🖤

Care for the community, in real time. 🖤At Freedom Fest, Austin Public Health will be on-site providing resources that su...
06/11/2026

Care for the community, in real time. 🖤
At Freedom Fest, Austin Public Health will be on-site providing resources that support the health and well-being of our community.

Stop by and connect with:
- Mobile Vaccine Program (immunizations)
- Health Equity Unit (health screenings)
- Family Connects (family education)
- Maternal Infant Outreach Program (maternal health education)

This is what it looks like to show up for each other.
Because when we take care of our health, we strengthen our community.

The countdown is on. ✊🏾Juneteenth Celebration and Freedom Fest is almost here—and we’re getting ready to bring the commu...
06/11/2026

The countdown is on. ✊🏾

Juneteenth Celebration and Freedom Fest is almost here—and we’re getting ready to bring the community together in a big way.

This is the space.
Where culture is felt.
Where music, movement, and joy come together.
Where we celebrate freedom out loud.
Pull up for a full day of energy and connection:
🎶 Live music all day

DJ + community dance party

Food trucks

Local vendors + organizations

Family-friendly activities

Line dancing to close it out

This is more than an event—it’s a celebration of who we are.

🗓 Saturday, June 13, 2026
🕚 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Turner Roberts Recreation Center

Bring your people. Show up. Let’s celebrate. 🖤

🎟 Get your tickets: https://FreedomFest26.givesmart.com

3 days away. ✊🏾We’re getting close.This Saturday, we gather to celebrate Juneteenth—a day rooted in freedom, resilience,...
06/10/2026

3 days away. ✊🏾

We’re getting close.

This Saturday, we gather to celebrate Juneteenth—a day rooted in freedom, resilience, and community.

Live music, activities, resources, and space to connect.

🎟 Get your tickets: https://FreedomFest26.givesmart.com

📍 Turner Roberts Recreation Center

Don’t miss it.

The sound of the city starts here. 🎶✊🏾Freedom Fest is bringing live music to the stage all day—featuring local artists w...
06/09/2026

The sound of the city starts here. 🎶✊🏾
Freedom Fest is bringing live music to the stage all day—featuring local artists who keep the culture moving.

Catch Part 1 of the lineup:
The Crawlers
Known for a gritty, high-energy fusion of Texas roadhouse blues, classic soul, country-fried rock, and traditional swing.

Terry Thomas
A powerhouse saxophonist and bandleader who delivers a high-energy, soulful fusion of gospel, R&B, funk, blues, and contemporary jazz.
IG: .sax

and vocals by Bruce Williams

This is where the energy begins.

Good music. Good people. Real community.
Be in the space and feel the vibes.

Address

8011 Cameron Road Suite A-100
Austin, TX
78754

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+15124787176

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