Indy Juneteenth Inc. is hosting multiple events this year in recognition of the national holiday. See below to see the upcoming events and check back here for updates.
Saturday, June 7
Miss Indy Juneteenth Scholarship Pageant
The 5th Annual Miss Indy Juneteenth Pageant is back to celebrate “From Boots to Crowns: The Spirit of a Queen.” The pageant will highlight the “voices, talents, and stories of young Black women in our community,” according to the official website.
Beginning with a cocktail hour at 5 p.m., the show will start at 6 p.m. at the Basile Theatre at the Historic Athenaeum, 401 E. Michigan Street, Indianapolis.
For more information, click here. Tickets will be available soon.
Thursday, June 12
College and Career Conference
From 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The College and Career Fair will be at the Central Library, 40 E. St. Clair Street, Indianapolis. Attendees can meet with Pacers Sports and Entertainment, Deloitte, Marian University, Butler University and more.
Friday, June 14
Boxing Showcase: “Punches for Purpose” – $5-$100
The 3rd Annual Indy Juneteenth Boxing Showcase, “Punches for Purpose,” will feature 20 matches between competitors of multiple ages and weight classes. The showcase will be at the Speedway Events Center, 2608 Founders Square Drive, Indianapolis.
Purchase tickets here.
Thursday, June 19
Fireworks Show at Sarkine Park
From 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Sarkine Park, 6575 E. County Road 200 N, Avon, guests of all ages can enjoy a festival of games, vendors and a fireworks display.
RSVP here.
Saturday, June 21
8th Annual Indy Juneteenth Celebration
Starting at noon, the 8th annual Indy Juneteenth Celebration will take place on the South Lot of the Indiana State Fairgrounds, 1202 E. 38th St. in Indianapolis. the celebration features a Kids Zone, Wellness Circle, food trucks, vendors, live performances, Sip and Paint and the Budweiser VIP Lounge.
Click here for more information.
For more information, visit indyjuneteenth.org or email info@indyjuneteenth.org.
