Celebrating the 5th Annual Juneteenth Jubilee Throughout June

Staff Report From Georgia CEO

Tuesday, June 2nd, 2026

The City of Columbus is excited to welcome residents and visitors to its 5th Annual Juneteenth Jubilee Celebration. A full month of events dedicated to unity, reflection, and community spirit. 

With something for everyone, this celebration brings people together through entertainment, education, wellness, and fun. 

From parades and performances to job fairs and tournaments, this citywide series of events offers free, family friendly opportunities to connect, celebrate, and enjoy the best of what Columbus has to offer. 

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS 

• May 31 | 6:00 PM – MISS JUNETEENTH PAGEANT 
Columbus Civic Center | 400 4th Street, Columbus, GA 31901 

• June 3 | 11:00 AM – PRESS CONFERENCE 
Roundtree House | 1716 Buena Vista Rd 31906 

• June 13 | 3:00 PM – Premiere Screening: YESTERDAY TODAY FOREVER 
Rainy-McCullers School of Arts Auditorium | 1700 Midtown Dr, Columbus, GA 31906 

• June 16 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM – JOB FAIR 
Columbus Civic Center | 400 4th St, Columbus, GA 31901 

• June 17 | 6:00 PM – RIVER VALLEY BUSINESS MIXER  
Columbus Civic Center Hospitality Suites | 400 4th Street, Columbus, GA 31901 

• June 18 | 6:00 PM – HISTORIC BIKE RIDE 
Woodruff Park | 1000 Bay Ave, Columbus, GA 31901 

• June 18 | 8:00 PM – NIGHT PARADE 
Woodruff Park | 1000 Bay Ave, Columbus, GA 31901 

• June 19 | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM – CARRYING THE JOURNEY FORWARD: JUNETEENTH AND 
AMERICA’S LIVING HERITAGE AT 250  
Pierce Chapel | 5122 Pierce Chapel Rd, Midland, GA 31820 

• June 19 | 5:00 PM – FREEDOM DAY, 1865 & COUNTING  
River Walk Amphitheater | 600 Front Avenue, Columbus, GA 31901 

• June 19 | 8:00 PM - AKA WESTERN BALL 
Columbus Convention & Trade Center | 801 Front Avenue Columbus, GA 31901 

• June 20 | 9:00 AM – CHAIR ONE FITNESS CLASS  
Columbus Civic Center Hospitality Suite | 400 4th Street, Columbus, GA 31901 

• June 20 | 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM – JUNETEENTH JUBILEE 
Columbus Civic Center Amphitheatre | 400 4th Street, Columbus, GA 31901 

• June 20 | 7:00 PM – JAMES BROWN MUSICAL TRIBUTE 
Springer Opera House | 103 10th Street, Columbus, GA 31901 

• June 20 | 7:00 PM – COLUMBUS LIONS GAME 
Columbus Civic Center | 400 4th Street, Columbus, GA 31901 

• June 21 | 2:00 PM – JAMES BROWN MUSICAL TRIBUTE 
Springer Opera House | 103 10th Street, Columbus, GA 31901 

From honoring the past to building a brighter future, Juneteenth in Columbus is for everyone. Join us in  celebrating freedom, unity, and culture all month long. 

For more information and updates, follow the Columbus Civic Center on social media or visit  https://www.columbusga.gov/juneteenth/events.