Juneteenth National Independence Day

🎉 🇺🇸 United States • June 19, 2026

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Juneteenth National Independence Day — holiday, United States (June 19, 2026)

Juneteenth National Independence Day Description

Juneteenth commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans, marking June 19, 1865 when Union soldiers announced freedom in Texas. It became a federal holiday in 2021. Observances include education, community events, and reflection on freedom and civil rights.