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Juneteenth is almost here, and San Antonio has a packed calendar to prove it. The city’s celebrations stretch across neighborhoods and weekends, with everything from block parties and live music to museum exhibits and community cookouts.
San Antonio sits just 200 miles from Galveston, where Union soldiers announced the end of slavery on June 19, 1865, and the city’s Juneteenth traditions reflect that proximity.
This guide rounds up the best Juneteenth events in San Antonio for 2026, with details on dates, locations, costs, and what to know before you go.
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Official Festivals and Large-Scale Juneteenth Events San Antonio
San Antonio Official Juneteenth Festival
This is San Antonio’s Juneteenth headquarters. The official festival has called Comanche Park #2 home for over 20 years (it started at the Freeman Coliseum back in 1996), and it’s still the biggest gathering of the weekend.
Expect live gospel and R&B performances, food booths, fish dinners from the Flotilla Fishing and Boating Club, and a vendor marketplace packed with local businesses.
It also doubles as one of the city’s biggest family reunion spots with generations of San Antonio families coming back to Comanche Park every Juneteenth.
When: Friday – Saturday, June 19 – 20, 2026
Where: Comanche Park, 2600 Rigsby Ave, San Antonio, TX 78222
How Much: Free
Freedom: The Soundtrack of 250 Years
Image credit: The Sounds of Blackness
SAAACAM (San Antonio African American Community Archive and Museum) is presenting a major concert at the Tobin Center to mark two milestones at once: America’s 250th anniversary and 100 years of celebrating Black History.
The evening centers the San Antonio Gospel Heritage Choir, whose repertoire of Negro spirituals and gospel anthems carries forward the encoded messages and communal strength embedded in early African American song traditions.
They’ll be joined by the Grammy Award–winning Sounds of Blackness, whose genre-spanning sound bridges gospel, jazz, R&B, and soul.
When: Thursday, June 18, 2026 | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Where: Tobin Center for the Performing Arts, 100 Auditorium Cir, San Antonio, TX 78205
How Much: Starts at $25
Juneteenth Events San Antonio – Parades, Health Fairs, and Community Block Parties
Official Juneteenth Freedom Coalition Parade
San Antonio’s Juneteenth Parade has been running for over a decade, and 2026 marks the 11th year with Ronald Gordon (WSAN Radio) and Keith Scott (KROV) as MCs.
The route starts at Sam Houston High School and marches down to Comanche Park #2, featuring about two miles of floats, marching bands, community groups, dancers, and local leaders.
Once the parade wraps around noon, most people will head straight into the festival at Comanche Park.
Get there early. The parade kicks off at 9 AM sharp, and street parking along the route fills up fast.
When: Saturday, June 20, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Where: Starts at Sam Houston High School and ends at Comanche Park #2
How Much: Free
6th Annual SA Juneteenth Block Party & Fair
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What started in 2020 as a block party and rally with 500 people has grown into one of the biggest Juneteenth gatherings in the city, now drawing thousands.
Hosted by the Dream Big Scholarship Fund Inc., the Block Party is a fundraiser with a real mission: closing the disparity gap in the Black community across small business, healthcare, and education. All proceeds go toward scholarships.
The day starts early with “Juneteenth Rise & Thrive,” a free morning wellness session from 7:00–10:00 AM featuring group workouts, music, and community motivation.
After that, the main event opens with live music, DJs, speakers, food trucks, and a vendor market featuring local small businesses, public agencies, and nonprofit organizations.
When: Saturday, June 20, 2026 | 7:00 AM
Where: St. Paul Square, San Antonio, TX
How Much: Free
Annual Juneteenth Golf Tournament
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The annual tournament benefits the Miller Child Development Center and helps fund the official Juneteenth Festival at Comanche Park.
Registration opens at 7:00 AM with tee time at 8:30 AM. The $175 entry fee covers your cart rental, driving range access, breakfast, and lunch.
When: Friday, June 19, 2026 | 7:00 AM registration, 8:30 AM tee time
Where: Canyon Springs Golf Club, 24405 Wilderness Oak, San Antonio, TX 78258
How Much: $175
TVC Fireworks Celebration
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True Vision Church closes out Juneteenth evening with a fireworks show and family festival.
The lineup includes a live DJ, local entertainment, food trucks, vendors, and a corn hole tournament if you’re feeling competitive. Bring the kids, grab some food, and wait for the sky to light up.
When: Friday, June 19, 2026 | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Where: True Vision Church, 2826 Ackerman Rd, San Antonio, TX 78219
How Much: $175
Feasting on Freedom
This is an interactive culinary summit hosted by The Community Table Foundation.
The afternoon features hands-on cooking workshops that dig into the history and technique behind dishes like hot water cornbread and jerk seasoning.
It’s part food history lesson, part cooking class, part community meal, and it all happens inside a historic East Side church.
When: Saturday, June 20, 2026 | 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Where: St. Paul United Methodist Church, 508 Center St, San Antonio, TX 78202
How Much: Free
Juneteenth Events San Antonio – Cultural Bus Tours, Concerts, and Fine Arts
SAAACAM Negro Green Book Civil Rights Bus Tour
This 2.5-hour guided bus tour is one of the most unique Juneteenth experiences in San Antonio.
SAAACAM takes you through 29 historic sites across the city’s East Side neighborhoods, locations that were originally listed in the Negro Motorist Green Book, the mid-century travel guide that helped Black travelers find safe businesses and lodging during Jim Crow.
San Antonio alone had over 80 listings in the original Green Book.
The route covers the downtown theater district, Dignowity Hills, Denver Heights, St. Paul Square, and ends at SAAACAM’s exhibit space.
You’ll need to stay seated for the full 2.5 hours, so plan accordingly. No professional photography or video is allowed without prior approval.
When: Friday, June 19, 2026 | 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Where: 3501 Avenue B, San Antonio, TX, 78209
How Much: $35
The Garden Party: Where Culture Blooms
SAAACAM hosts this fundraising event to support the long-term preservation of San Antonio’s African American history.
The evening pairs fine food, local networking, and cultural programming at St. Paul Square. Ticket prices vary by donation tier. This is a giving event, so come ready to support the cause.
When: Saturday, June 20, 2026 | 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Where: St. Paul Square, San Antonio, TX
How Much: Ticket prices vary by donation tier
Juneteenth Events in San Antonio – Sports Tournaments, Active Wellness, and Family Fundraisers
TVC Juneteenth 5K Run/Walk
Start your Juneteenth celebrations a week early with a morning run (or walk) through MLK Park.
The 5K supports True Vision Church and their community programming across San Antonio.
The course wraps through the park, and the finish line turns into a celebration with music, food, and community energy. All paces welcome, from runners to walkers to everyone in between.
When: Saturday, June 13, 2026 | 7:30 AM
Where: MLK Park, 3503 Martin Luther King Dr, San Antonio, TX 78220
How Much: Not stated
Know Before You Go
Most Juneteenth events in San Antonio center around the city’s historic East Side and downtown, especially Comanche Park and St. Paul Square.
If you’re coming in from Stone Oak, Alamo Heights, Boerne, or Converse, plan for a 20- to 35-minute drive via I-35 or US-281 under normal conditions. On parade day (Saturday, June 20), expect heavier traffic near the East Side.
Getting to the Juneteenth Parade
The parade starts at 9:00 AM at Sam Houston High School (4635 E. Houston St.) and ends at Comanche Park #2 (2600 Rigsby Ave.). Street parking fills up fast along the route, and nearby neighborhood roads get congested early.
Beat the Heat
San Antonio in June averages highs of 90–94°F with high humidity. Most Juneteenth events are outdoors, so plan accordingly.
About Comanche Park
Comanche Park #2 has been the home of San Antonio’s official Juneteenth Festival for over 20 years (the tradition started at the Freeman Coliseum back in 1996). The park is the hub for the main festival, so expect it to be the most crowded venue of the weekend. Admission to the festival is free.
San Antonio’s Juneteenth History
San Antonio has celebrated Juneteenth since 1866, just one year after the original announcement in Galveston. That makes the city’s traditions among the oldest continuous Juneteenth observances in Texas. The events you’re attending aren’t new. They’re part of a 160-year-old legacy.
Common Questions About Juneteenth Events in San Antonio
Are these events kid-friendly?
Most of them are. The Comanche Park festival and St. Paul Square block parties typically feature kids’ zones with bounce houses, face painting, free food, and educational tables.
Museum events often include hands-on activities for younger children. Check individual event pages for age-specific details. Evening concerts and late-night events may skew older.
Where should I park for the Juneteenth Parade?
Your best bet is arriving at least 45 minutes before the 9:00 AM start and parking along the neighborhood streets near Sam Houston High School (the starting point).
Parking near Comanche Park (the endpoint) is tighter and gets claimed early by festival vendors and volunteers.
If street parking is full, look for paid lots in the surrounding area or take VIA transit.
Will city offices be open on June 19?
No. San Antonio City Hall, municipal offices, and public libraries close on Thursday, June 19 for the federal Juneteenth holiday. Public safety and emergency services stay operational.
For trash collection, Juneteenth doesn’t typically trigger a schedule delay, but check the city’s My Collection Day page or call 3-1-1 to confirm your pickup day.
Is the parade on June 19 or June 20?
The federal holiday is Thursday, June 19, but the parade and main festival are on Saturday, June 20. Many events run across both days and the surrounding weekends, so check each listing for its specific date.
Can I take public transit to the events?
Yes. VIA Metropolitan Transit serves the East Side with multiple bus routes. A single ride costs $1.30, and transfers are free.
The VIVA cultural routes are useful if you’re connecting from downtown. Download the VIA goMobile app to plan routes and buy passes. It’s easier than hunting for exact change on the bus.
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