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5th Annual Juneteenth Commemoration
June 19 at 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

The City of Tukwila invites you to celebrate freedom, community, and culture at the Fifth Annual Juneteenth Commemoration! This year’s theme, Echoes of Freedom: Past, Present & Future, honors the journey of liberation and looks ahead to the future we’re building together.
This is a free, outdoor community event — all are welcome!
Enjoy live music by Sean Lewis, a soulful performance from America’s Got Talent alumnus DaNell Daymon & Greater Works Choir, and a powerful spoken word by Will Rideout. Feel the rhythm with a lively line-dancing session led by Toni Bailey from Boots on the Ground — don’t forget to bring your fan!
Delight in light refreshments from local chef Dayo Edwards of DayoSense Catering — bringing joy and flavor to the celebration. Food and giveaways have been generously sponsored by Public Health – Seattle & King County.
Event Schedule:
11:00 a.m. — Welcome Remarks: Mayor Thomas McLeod & former Councilmember Joe Duffie
11:15 a.m. — Black National Anthem performed by Jaleah Larkins
11:30 a.m. — Performance by DaNell Daymon & Greater Works Choir
12:00 p.m. — Spoken Word by Will Rideout
12:20 p.m. — Keynote Speaker (To Be Announced)
12:40 p.m. — Line Dancing with Toni Bailey: Boots on the Ground
1:00 p.m. — Closing
History of Juneteenth Recognition in Tukwila
In 2020, Tukwila’s City Council adopted Resolution 1992, declaring that Juneteenth will be recognized annually in our community. The event celebrates emancipation and is an opportunity to honor African Americans through continued learning and understanding of the impacts of slavery and resiliency.