Juneteenth in the Park

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Hedi LaMarr Photography

A past Juneteenth parade on Park Street.

A past Juneteenth parade on Park Street.

media release:

Saturday, June 20, 2026.

Music. Food. Community.

Juneteenth Celebration returns to Madison.

Celebrating where we've been gives us the power to shape where we're going.

The parade starts at the Labor Temple, travels down Park Street and ends at Penn Park, where the Juneteenth Celebration continues with live entertainment, food, speakers, and family activities.

Staging Begins - 10:00am​; parade kicks off - 11:00am.​

Celebration at Penn Park Begins - 12:00pm

How do I take part in the parade?

We welcome community groups, businesses, organizations, schools, and individuals to join the parade!

There are many ways to participate! You can build a float, send a marching group, bring a dance team or drumline, walk with your organization, or support through a monetary contribution.