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From Parades to House Music How Austin Is Marking Juneteenth This Year

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Central Texas will celebrate Juneteenth on June 19, commemorating the moment in 1865 when enslaved individuals received news of their liberation. The Central Texas Juneteenth Parade & Festival at Rosewood Park in Austin will run from 10 a. m. to 9 p. m.

, featuring a colorful parade, local performers, and various food vendors. At 2 p. m. , the George Washington Carver Museum will host a Juneteenth Remembrance Ceremony to encourage reflection and solidarity among attendees. Earlier in the day, Georgetown will unveil a new historical marker at Citizens Memorial Cemetery, honoring the area's African American and Hispanic heritage.

Evening festivities will include “Hella Free: The Juneteenth Function” at Empire Control Room and house music at Central Machine Works Brewery. The day's events culminate with a fireworks display at 9 p. m. , emphasizing the importance of cultural celebration. Juneteenth, recognized federally, serves as a day for education and reflection about freedom and the resilience of African Americans.

This year's events reflect the growing recognition and celebration of Juneteenth in Texas and beyond.

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