Juneteenth Celebration 2026
Thursday, June 18, 2026
12 – 4 pm
Celebrate Juneteenth in the Garden with a free afternoon of community, culture, and family fun. Enjoy performances, artmaking, and picnicking on the Great Lawn with complimentary hand-rolled ice cream, courtesy of Only Rare NYC!
Jamel Gaines Creative Outlet returns with a moving performance, including new pieces that highlight the legacy of the Black experience in America and the resilience of the human spirit. Then take to the dance floor for an engaging workshop led by performer and instructor Theara Ward. The afternoon concludes with lively performances by students from local Bronx Public Schools who participate in the JGCO Residency Program. All ages are welcome.
12PM-4PM Art Making Station
12PM–2PM Complimentary hand-rolled ice cream by Only Rare NYC
2PM Jamel Gaines Creative Outlet Performs
3PM Dance Workshop led by Jamel Gaines Creative Outlet
3:30PM Student Performances by Bronx Schools PS 70 and PS 85
Picnicking permitted all afternoon on our Great Lawn. Bring your own or purchase specialty menu items from our Café, including kids meal options.
Visitors may bring folding chairs and blankets.
Reservations are not required for the Great Lawn.
In the event of inclement weather, this event will move indoors where seating is limited. To reserve a Rain or Shine ticket, register online or call 718.549.3200 x251. Rain or Shine tickets must be shown at the Front Gate at time of admission. Same-day, indoor registration based on availability.
Questions? Please email us at information@wavehill.org or call the telephone number and extension above.
The Great Lawn is a flat grassy area accessible via flat, paved paths.
