Celebrate Juneteenth With
Commemorative Events In Bryan
Information courtesy of | City of Bryan
On June 19, 1865, Union soldiers led by Maj. Gen. Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston to announce the end of the war and the freedom of enslaved people, two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation.
Today, Juneteenth is a federal holiday celebrated with reflection, rejoicing, and learning about Black history and culture.
Discover the many vibrant ways Bryan, Texas celebrates and honors Juneteenth. The Brazos Valley African American Heritage And Cultural Society is excited to invite the community & visitors to all the Juneteenth celebrations taking place in Bryan, Texas. Join us in celebrating the holiday with reflection, festivities, food, music & more!
Join us for these free events:
Juneteenth Gospel Festival
Join the Juneteenth Committee of the Brazos Valley African American Heritage and Cultural Society in an uplifting Juneteenth celebration filled with joyful song, uplifting praise, and captivating dance at Neal Recreation Center.
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- Thursday, June 20 | 6 – 7:30 p.m.
- Neal Recreation Center
Juneteenth Parade
Watch the Juneteenth Parade, organized by the Brazos Valley African American Heritage and Cultural Society, featuring an array of local businesses, organizations, captivating floats, and impressive vehicles.
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- Saturday, June 22 | 10 – 11:30 a.m.
- Kemp-Carver Elementary School to Sadie Thomas Memorial Park
Juneteenth Celebration in the Park
Following the spectacular Juneteenth Parade, make your way to Sadie Thomas Memorial Park, where an abundance of family-friendly fun awaits.
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- Saturday, June 22 | Noon – 3 p.m.
- Sadie Thomas Memorial Park
Juneteenth Blues Fest
Enjoy the vibrant continuation of Juneteenth festivities as Blues Fest takes center stage in Historic Downtown Bryan!
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- Saturday, June 22 | 6 – 10 p.m.
- Historic Downtown Bryan
Throughout June, admission is free to the Brazos Valley African American Museum in honor of Juneteenth.
Located in Bryan, TX, the Brazos Valley African American Museum is the official repository of artifacts, oral history, media reports, and other important historical source material for the African Americans who settled and lived in the Brazos Valley of Texas. During the entire month of June admission into the museum is free. Donations are greatly appreciated and will help with the operations of the museum.
