KCK Juneteenth 2026 - Forward in Freedom: Honoring Our Legacy

UPDATE: WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10th - 5 PM

Due to potential for severe storms Saturday evening, the Celebration at Kaw Point has been relocated to Memorial Hall, 600 N. 7th St. Fireworks have been cancelled. The parade remains scheduled for 9 AM.

 

This all-day event unites the entire Kansas City, Kansas community to honor the spirit of freedom; reflect on our shared history; and celebrate the diversity that strengthens our community. The day will kick off with a community parade down 5th Street and wraps with a celebration at Kaw Point Park - complete with fireworks!

Whether you are a business interested in sales or a non-profit distributing information, you can register for as a vendor for the Juneteenth Celebration at Kaw Point Park for free. Space is very limited and will be approved based upon availability. Confirmation notifications will be sent once your registration is submitted.

 

JUNETEENTH PARADE, 9 AM

START: 5th & Cleveland Ave.   

END: 5th & Washington Blvd.

• The parade will proceed south from Cleveland along 5th Street to Washington Blvd.
• Line the route & cheer on the fun!
• To enter a vehicle or walk in the parade visit jnthedotte.com

 

CELEBRATION AT KAW POINT,  6-9:30 PM - RELOCATED TO MEMORIAL HALL, 600 N. 7TH DUE TO POTENTIAL FOR SEVERE WEATHER

• Great food, FREE hot dogs from the grill, local vendors, live entertainment & family-friendly activities.

When

Location

Various, Kansas City, KS