Malden Juneteenth

07/01/2026

To everyone who joined us for our Juneteenth celebration, we hope the event felt seamless. Behind the scenes, however, the planning committee received heartbreaking news that Jackie had been taken into custody by ICE.

We were stunned and deeply saddened, yet had to pull ourselves together because the event still needed to happen. Jackie was our lead sound technician, responsible for managing all music and audio for the performances. We now have updates on what he needs, and if you’re able to contribute in any way, it would mean a great deal. ❤️

Thank you to the members of our Malden community who stepped in that day to help ensure everything remained peaceful—you know who you are.

Jackie Kamwendo has spent his life being the person others lean on. To the Malawia… Miya Longwe needs your support for Support Jackie Kamwendo's Legal Defense

06/26/2026

More photos! Please share yours 📸

Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate Juneteenth with us! It meant a lot to see so many of you in attendance and it made the day unforgettable.

To our incredible organizers and volunteers-your dedication and passion is what made this day possible. We are so grateful.

To the performers and speakers – your voices, art, and wisdom filled the day with power, joy, and truth.

To the vendors and community resource tables – thank you for sharing your gifts, supporting our community, and uplifting local culture.

Because of all of you, our Juneteenth celebration wasn’t just an event – it was a moment of unity, pride, and purpose.

Thank you for honoring history, celebrating freedom, and standing together. Until next year!

Photo Credit: Susan Margot Ecker & multiple others!

06/26/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate Juneteenth with us! It meant a lot to see so many of you in attendance and it made the day unforgettable.

To our incredible organizers and volunteers-your dedication and passion is what made this day possible. We are so grateful.

To the performers and speakers – your voices, art, and wisdom filled the day with power, joy, and truth.

To the vendors and community resource tables – thank you for sharing your gifts, supporting our community, and uplifting local culture.

Because of all of you, our Juneteenth celebration wasn’t just an event – it was a moment of unity, pride, and purpose.

Thank you for honoring history, celebrating freedom, and standing together. Until next year!

Photo Credit: Susan Margot Ecker & multiple others!

06/22/2026

Thanks to our committee member for catching all of these amazing clips- check it out, Malden Juneteenth 2026 was amazing thanks to the amazing performers, volunteers, vendors, community partners and leaders, and attendees that bring the passion and the joy to our community! THANK YOU FOR CELEBRATING WITH US!

06/18/2026

Malden High's A.O. Step 2025 performance! Let's go!

Video by Susan Margot Ecker

06/18/2026

The day is almost here!!! We are so excited for Malden Juneteenth! See you at the Salemwood Fieldhouse at 11am on Friday!

06/12/2026

📣 Juneteenth PERFORMER HIGHLIGHT!

We are thrilled to welcome a new performing artist to Malden Juneteenth this year, Larry Nelson a.k.a. LX The Artist! LX The Artist understands the importance of words, as he meticulously writes out his expressions in the form of poetry, spoken word, R&B, Hip-Hop, Soul and Gospel.
While on stage, he transports the audience to the depths of melody, melancholy, mischief and militance, reaching for your soul to connect in the process.
LX The Artist knows that true change starts from within and spreads from person to person. With his skin as an immediate decision for some, he blends “Peace” with “By Any Means” and is ready to engage this Juneteenth

06/12/2026

📣 Juneteenth PERFORMER HIGHLIGHT!

Flawless Formation Step Team (FFST) started in November 2025 and is made up of 14 Salemwood students from grades 7 and 8. FFST is the first known middle school step team in Malden. Advisors Ms. Clarence (Grade 8 ESL Teacher) and Ms. Iliana (Salemwood FTO President) created the team after a session of open gym, where they noticed a group of students playfully dancing. Ms. Iliana asked the girls if they knew what stepping was, and a few students demonstrated some moves. Ms. Iliana offered to be their adult supervisor under one condition: the students had to recruit a dedicated group of interested peers.

FFST is entirely student-driven; the members created their own team name and logo, choreographed all of their own routines, and organized fundraisers to raise money for uniforms. Following in the footsteps of the MHS A.O. Step Team, FFST has been working closely with the high schoolers to refine their skills, with most members looking forward to trying out for the high school team during their freshman year. FFST has gained widespread popularity and is frequently invited to perform at community events around Malden.

FFST members include: Mariah (Co-Captain), Berveline (Captain), Makyah (Co-Captain), Stacy, Nyesha, Naima, Wejdan, Somairah, Isabely, Brittany, Iliana, Leyma, Leika

06/09/2026

YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS THIS PROGRAM!
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06/09/2026

📣 Juneteenth PERFORMER HIGHLIGHT!

A.O. Step Team
Malden High School

Malden High School’s All Together, One Together (A.O.) Step Team has graced the Malden Juneteenth stage for many years, and we are so lucky for it. The members of this immensely talented group are inclusive, fearless, and creative. A.O. Step has annual tryouts at the start of each school year and also in December, in advance of their ever popular Junior Variety Show performance at Malden High.

Visit the QR code to check out a clip from their 2025 Malden Juneteenth routine. A.O. Step’s performances are always incredibly impactful and inspiring- don’t miss it!

And, congratulations to A.O. Step’s new MHS graduates!!!

photo and video thanks to Susan Margot Ecker