St Joseph Juneteenth

06/06/2026

HawkFest Friday June 12, 5-10pm. Bring a lawn chair and be ready to hear some great music. See you there!

06/06/2026

A great three-day weekend of celebration, music, and very special guests for 2026. Fashion show, talent show, Gala, Foot Race, Parade, Live music and DJs everyday, picnics, vendors, awards and more! June 19th, 20th, and 21st at the Bartlett Center. The play 'Conversations' will premier on June 13th and 14th at Spratt Hall. See complete information at the website - www.stjosephmuseum.org/juneteenth

06/05/2026

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We are excited to announce we are able to offer limited on-line ticket sales and will kick it off with a Juneteenth Early Bird Special. If you buy your ticket before June 19, prices are:

General Admission - Friday/Saturday [Early Bird Special]
$23.20 ($20.00 + $3.20 fees)

General Admission - Weekend Pass [Early Bird Special]
$38.35 ($35.00 + $3.35 fees)

Regular rates will apply after Juneteenth. As always, tickets will never be sold unless directly through us in our site or at the gate, so don't fall for any scams.

Stay tuned for more info on the rodeo as well as what to do when visiting Shawnee. A special thanks to Black Rodeo USA for being a collaborative partner and sponsor!

06/03/2026

06/03/2026

They’re hoping to help protect Black mothers and babies.

After experiencing the heartbreaking loss of his twin sons, Brad Edwards created “Dads to Doulas,” a program helping fathers better support mothers through pregnancy and birth.

06/03/2026

It's time to mark your calendar for John's 4th Annual Juneteenth celebration! THREE GREAT BANDS performing on the deck! DJ Mystery Man and the best team to host an amazing night!

06/03/2026

Reminder, the next Community Health and Safety Fair will be from 9am-12pm this Saturday, June 6, at John Lucas Park, located at 18th and Sylvanie streets.

The event is designed for residents living in the John Lucas Park neighborhood, bounded by 15th to 22nd streets between Francis and Messanie streets. The fair brings together City staff from the police, fire, health and planning and community development departments with other local partners to provide resources, education and neighborhood support in a family-friendly environment.

Activities and services at the fair will include:
-Dumpsters (one for brush and yard waste, another for trash) available for area residents to use during neighborhood cleanup efforts. No hazardous materials will be accepted.
-Free smoke detectors and batteries distributed by the St. Joseph Fire Department through donations from Home Depot and Shelter Insurance’s Matt Cathey and John Anderson.
-Information and resources provided by the Health Department.
-Free pet microchips and other items from Animal Services.
-Information on zoning, historic areas, rental programs, dangerous buildings, Community Development Block Grant programs, building permits and business licenses.
-Information and resources from agencies including CAP St. Joe, Mosaic Life Care, Northwest Health Services, the Red Cross, Stuber Health Center, the Youth Alliance and the YWCA.
-A bounce house and games for children