The Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater in Decatur has announced the inaugural Juneteenth Multicultural Celebration on Saturday, June 19, 2021 from 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. This event is produced by a committee of local volunteers.
This event is free and open to the public. No ticket required.
“We recognized the efforts already happening by the African American Cultural & Genealogical Society and Museum in Central Park to honor Juneteenth, and wanted to build on their success with an effort to celebrate and welcome all cultures to an entertaining event,” stated Mike Wilcott, General Manager of The Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater.
The committee also partnered with the Boys and Girls Club of Decatur to recruit submissions for a 2022 Juneteenth logo contest and a written essay contest. The winners of both will be unveiled and shared during the event.
Event entertainment lineup is:
Dr. Hawkins Juneteenth presentation
Eisenhower Elite Energy singing and dancing performance
Aliyah Houston written word performance
Restoration Church performance
Youth with a Positive Direction performance
LaPorshia Graves reading
Love Fellowship Choir Sing
TaQsem & Zuh-Cari performance
BAAAD Boys Band performance
Local Black Greek Showcase
Main Street Church, Youth with a Positive Direction performance
Food Trucks:
Turkey Man
Rolling Stoners
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