Celebrate Juneteenth in Miami with film screenings, festivals and more

Juneteenth became a federal holiday three years ago, but has long been celebrated as America's second independence day.

• Organizations across Miami are hosting events this week to celebrate and honor that history.

🎶 North Miami Juneteenth Festival features music, food, an artisan market and public speakers to share insights into the significance of the holiday.

• The free event is at the Griffing Community Center Tuesday (6pm–10pm) and Wednesday (12pm–9pm).

🏡 Celebrate at the Historic D.A. Dorsey House in Overtown with a full day of food, live music, book giveaways and author readings.

• Hosted by the Miami Urban Contemporary Experience. Free, 1pm–8pm Wednesday.

📚 Head to Barry University for an immersive celebration, titled Uhuru: Liberation Through Education and Cultural Creativity .

• Attendees will celebrate freedom through the sharing of history, art, music and discussions. Wednesday 4pm–7pm. Free.

🎭 The Juneteenth Experience hosted by Hued Songs and Miami New Drama will feature short film screenings and live performances paying homage to the holiday's spirit of liberation and freedom.

• The two-day event begins Tuesday night (7pm) at the Colony Theater in Miami Beach and runs through Wednesday.
• Tickets begin at $31.50.

🎥 End Juneteenth with a screening of "Rosewood" at the Teach the Truth Overtown Community Garden.

• The event (8pm Wednesday) is free, but donations are encouraged. Guests can bring blankets and chairs.