06/02/2026
There's a lot of events coming up this month in Natchez! A great time to get out of the house and get some fresh air.
We're telling our story all month long. It's Time for Juneteenth In Natchez, where you'll find History, Celebrations, Music, Food, Outdoor Activities and more!
You can see the full line up at https://juneteenth.onenatchez.com/ or by checking our "Upcoming Events" right here on Facebook.
Juneteenth In Natchez is a partnership of The City of Natchez, New Vision Media, NAPAC, and BlackNatchez.org.
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TOURS & EXCURSIONS: ALL MONTH LONG
🟢 JUNETEENTH AFRICAN-AMERICAN TOURS by Revs Country Tours:
For more information, call 601-807-5337.
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🔴 FREEDOM SEASON: Join us for a summer of culture, learning, and fun with celebrations commemorating Juneteenth (June 19), 4th of July, and Julyteenth—which commemorates the arrival of Union troops in Natchez on July 13, 1863. You'll find educational tours, cultural excursions, and more events at https://blacknatchez.org/freedomseason.
Freedom Season is a partnership between the National Park Service, the Historic City of Natchez, BlackNatchez.org, 1720 Gallery, MissLou Juneteenth, and C. Travis Johnson.
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JUNE 9 / TUESDAY
🟡 at 11:00am – BOARD OF ALDERMEN & MAYOR'S MEETING AT NAPAC
This Regular Board Meeting at will be held at the Natchez Museum of African-American History & Culture (NAPAC,) in downtown Natchez. This event is FREE and open to the public. Those unable to join us should be able to view it via Facebook live or the City’s YouTube channel.
NAPAC Museum • 301 Main Street
For information, call 601-445-7555
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JUNE 13 / SATURDAY
🟢 from 6:30–8:30 pm – NATCHEZ BORN GENIUS FEATURING BOBBY DENNIS
Presented by Freedom Season. This unforgettable in-person experience celebrates creativity and talent straight from Natchez. Bobby Dennis, author, historian, and curator of Natchez’s Museum of African American History & Culture sits down with Blacknatchez.org founder Joseph Smith for a conversation about all things Natchez. This event is FREE and open to the public.
RSVP at blacknatchez.org/freedomseason
1720 Gallery & Gift Shop • 227 North Dr MLK Street
For information, email [email protected]
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JUNE 15 / MONDAY
🔴 at 5:30 pm – DAY OF UNITY / HARMONY IN THE PARK ICE CREAM SOCIAL
Natchez First Lady, Marla Gibson, hosts this FREE Event. The Public is invited to attend. Live music by The Big Muddy's Amy Allen, plus DJ Buzz from WTYJ 97.7 FM The Beat brings groovin' tunes.
Natchez Civic Center • 215 Franklin Street
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JUNE 16 / TUESDAY
🟡 at 5:30 pm – KICK-BACK @ NAPC AND THE MAYOR'S AWARDS
This annual event honors citizens and businesses for their contributions to Natchez. Everyone is encouraged to come and see the many wonderful artifacts displayed at the museum. Refreshments will be served.
Natchez Museum of African-American History & Culture (NAPAC) • 301 Main Street
For more information, contact NAPAC director Bobby Dennis at 601-445-0728.
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JUNE 18 / THURSDAY
🔴 from 6:00–9:00 pm – NETWORK & CHILL BUSINESS MIXER
Presented by Freedom Season. Ready to connect with amazing people and grow your biz? Swing by our in-person Network & Chill Juneteenth Business Mixer for good vibes, great convos, and fresh opportunities. This event is FREE and open to the public. Free appetizers courtesy of Concordia Bank & Trust Co.
RSVP at https://blacknatchez.org/freedomseason
1720 Gallery & Gifts • 227 North Dr MLK Street
For information, email [email protected]
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JUNE 19 / FRIDAY
🟡 from 8:30 am – 5:00pm – THE AFRICAN-AMERICAN EXPERIENCE AT MELROSE
Organized by the Natchez National Historical Park. Park staff will offer a variety of children’s activities and provide tours of the Melrose mansion that focus on the African American experience throughout the day on June 19.
The house tours will highlight what is known about the enslaved men, women, and children who lived and labored at the estate as well as the system of slavery in this region that made such extravagant homes possible. Visitors will also be able to experience the exhibit in the Melrose slave quarters, “Through the Labor of Others: the McMurrans as Enslavers,” which will provide additional information on the McMurran family and those people they held in bo***ge. It will include the currently known names of nearly 400 people enslaved by the McMurrans.
For information, visit www.nps.gov/natc
Natchez Natchez Historical Park • 1 Melrose – Montebello Parkway
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🟢 at 9:00 am – WREATH LAYING AT FORKS OF THE ROAD
Presented by Freedom Season. A ceremony honoring the individuals and descendants of the enslaved that were sold here at the second largest of its kind in the South. The site is now part of the Natchez National Historic Park. This event is FREE and open to the public.
RSVP Online at http://blacknatchez.org/freedomseason
Forks of the Road Site • 107 Liberty Road
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🔴 at 9:00 am – JUNETEENTH: CELEBRATING THE PAST & FUTURE FAMILY DAY
Presented by the Natchez Adams County NAACP Branch and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Mississippi (BGCCM), this Free event features Kids Activities, Food Booths, Live Entertainment and more Kids Activities, Food Booth, Live Entertainment and much more! It all kicks off with a motorcade / procession to the Frazier Center starting at 9:00am, followed by field activities at 10:00am.
Frazier Extended Education and Cultural Enrichment Center Field • 1445 George F. West Boulevard
For information, contact Mildred Chatman at 601-807-1766.
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🟡 from 5:30–9:00 pm – 3RD ANNUAL CHEESEBURGER CHALLENGE COOK-OFF
Presented by New Vision Media, team will be grilling on Broadway Street as they go head-to-head, competing for cash prizes and bragging rights! The public is invited to attend this FREE event and will be held, rain or shine.
Team registration is open right now! Register your team online at https://natchezradio.com/cheeseburger-challenge-26.
WTYJ 97.7 The Beat Natchez and WMIS 1240 The Buzz will broadcast live with D.J. Buzz providing the soundtrack for the event.
Sign your team up at: natchezradio.com
in front of the Natchez Grand • 111 N. Broadway Street
For information, contact Malcolm Innis at 832-922-7221.
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🟢 at 7:30 pm – JUNETEENTH LUMINARY AT MELROSE
A ceremony honoring and remembering the enslaved that once worked and lived at this historic home now operated by the National Park Service as a museum. Please park in the main lot and walk to the lower portion of the front lawn. Lawn chairs and flashlights are welcome. This event is FREE and open to the public.
Gates open at 7:00 pm and close at 9:30 pm
Natchez Natchez Historical Park • 1 Melrose – Montebello Parkway
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🔴 at 7:30 pm – JAZZIN' ON THE VINE @ CONCORD QUARTERS
Presented in part by Walmart and Concord Venue. This Juneteenth celebration features dancing in all white attire courtyard side at Concord Quarters and includes “Chicken On A Board” with Southern Sides.
Tickets are $35 each: https://www.concordquarters.com/events
Concord Quarters • 301 Gayosa Street
For info: call 601-442-5687
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JUNE 20 / SATURDAY
🟡 from 8:00 am – 12:00 Noon – FISHIN' WITH FATHERS & FRIENDS
Natchez Parks and Recreation, in partnership with Aldermen Ben Davis Ward 4, host this annual fishing event full of family fun.If your child doesn’t have a fishing buddy, we will provide one. Fishing poles and bait will also be available to ensure everyone can participate. Kids 15 and Under are FREE / Kids 16 and Up are $5 and MUST have a valid fishing license.
RSVP online at natchezparks.com
Bob M. Dearing Natchez State Park • 230 Wickcliff Road
For information, contact Natchez Parks & Rec at 601-597-4495.
Free Transportation available from Natchez Transit: Bus leaves the National Guard Armory at Liberty Park at 7:30 am SHARP!!
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🟢 from 4:00–6:00 pm – IT'S SHOWTIME AT THE AUDITORIUM!
Presented by New Vision Media and the City of Natchez. Think you can win one of the cash prizes are up for grabs during this talent show? First place wins $1000, Second place gets $500, and third place receives $250. This event is FREE and open to the public.
Register to perform at: https://juneteenth.onenatchez.com
Doors open at 3:00PM
Natchez City Auditorium • 207 Jefferson Street
For information, contact Malcolm Innis at 832-922-7221.
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🔴 at 8:00 pm – MISSLOU JUNETEENTH PARADE OF LEGENDS: NIGHT EDITON
Presented by Freedom Season and Miss Lou Juneteenth. Represent greatness in Black culture at this nighttime parade. Participants will be dressed up representing the trailblazers, icons and change makers who shaped Black history and community. Families can sign up and set up tents in Ferriday Downtown with free permit.
Parade sign up: https://bit.ly/4uuve48
Table sign up: https://21stworkforce.wufoo.com/forms/m173cxtv1jnvn8z/
For information visit https://blacknatchez.org/freedomseason or https://www.facebook.com/MIsslouJuneteenth
Downtown Ferriday, LA
