President Biden and First Lady Jill Biden hosted a Juneteenth celebration at the White House on Saturday. The event included performances from artists such as Mary J. Blige, Yolanda Adams and Kirk Franklin, as well as remarks from Biden and other officials.
- Juneteenth parades and festivals are being held in many cities across the United States. In Galveston, Texas, where Juneteenth originated, the city is hosting a three-day celebration with a parade, concerts and other events.
- Many businesses and organizations are closed for Juneteenth. This is the first year that Juneteenth is a federal holiday, and many businesses and organizations are taking the opportunity to give their employees a day off.
- Juneteenth is a time to celebrate the end of slavery in the United States. It is also a time to reflect on the progress made since then and to continue fighting for racial justice.
Here are some additional details about the events taking place:
Mary J. Blige, Yolanda Adams and Kirk Franklin perform at President Biden's Juneteenth celebration at the White House. Biden also gave a speech in which he praised the progress made since the end of slavery, but acknowledged that there was still much work to be done. He called on Americans to continue fighting for racial justice and equality.
The Juneteenth Parade in Galveston, Texas is one of the largest in the country. The parade includes floats, marching bands and other performers. The festival that follows the parade includes concerts, food vendors, and other activities.
Many businesses and organizations are closed for Juneteenth. It contains many government offices, banks and schools. Some businesses are also closed, but many are open and offering special discounts or promotions.
Juneteenth is a day to celebrate the progress made since the end of slavery, but it is also a day to reflect on the work that still needs to be done. It is a day to remember those sacrifices and to recommit ourselves to the fight for racial justice and equality.