By: Abigail Pacheco By: Abigail Pacheco | June 16, 2022 | Lifestyle,
From parties to family-friendly events, Juneteenth celebrations are popping all across Los Angeles.
June 18, 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
3905 West Slauson Avenue 90043
Celebrate talented and local black voices this Juneteenth at this open mic night or sign up to showcase your abilities on the mic. The event will include wine tastings and delicious bites for guests to enjoy. The wine is by Chapter38Wines, a small Black and female-owned business by winemaker Markesha Davis who took inspiration from her Ethiopian and Eritrea roots. Check out this exciting event if you love open mic nights and good wine.
June 18, 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
4333 Crenshaw Boulevard 90008
Happening inside the iconic Metaphor Club, this comedy show includes some of the best Black comedians in the country. Prepare to laugh all night long thanks to Dave Helem, the host of this hilarious event. Guest performers include Chris Spencer, Clayton Thomas, Candice Thompson, Zainab Johnson and Chinedu Unaka. This Juneteenth comedy show will help put you in the mood to continue celebrating this important day of freedom.
June 18, 9:00 PM - 2:00 AM
1917 Bay Street 90021
Start your summer festivities the right way by celebrating Juneteenth at the biggest block party in Los Angeles, B-Hen Block Party. Created by Brian Henry, a renowned DJ who has performed for Beyoncé, Cardi B and even the Obama family, this celebration is sure to be a great time! The 21+ event doesn’t have a VIP section or guest list, giving partygoers a chance to dance and truly enjoy the music with everyone as equals. Make sure to buy your tickets ahead of time for this exciting event!
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June 19, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
7000 W. Manchester Ave 90045
Come together as a community to celebrate Juneteenth at this exciting festival. The event has so much to offer and features live music, speakers, delicious food and a marketplace . There will also be a range of hands-on workshops and activities for adults and children who want to get “kreative”. A must-go celebration run by the Open Arms Food Pantry & Resource Center— perfect for the whole family to attend!
June 19, 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM
4067 West Pico Boulevard, 90019
Go to a charity event in style and compete in a night of cards to win up to $3,000. With special musical performances and celebrities attending, dress your best for the red carpet theme. DJ Two PointOh and comedian Jeremy Scippio will be hosting this one-of-a-kind event that helps support black-owned businesses. It’s time to party and have a unique opportunity to network with Black business owners in a fun and relaxed setting.
June 19, 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM
3040 Sunset Blvd, 90026
Showcasing a stellar lineup of curated vendors, this free event is one you have to check out. Known for pushing the boundaries by showcasing all types of creatives, guests will get to support a range of local black artists. Something Dope For The People will also feature talented musicians to bring event goers amazing live music.
Photography by: Photo by FelishaCarassco55