Celebrate Juneteenth in SD

What is Juneteenth?

Juneteenth is a significant cultural event in the United States, and South Dakota is no exception. While South Dakota has a relatively small African American/Black population, there are still efforts to recognize and celebrate Juneteenth across the state.

In recent years, there has been a growing movement to acknowledge the importance of Juneteenth, which commemorates the emancipation of enslaved Africans on June 19th, 1865. Some cities and organizations in South Dakota host annual Juneteenth events.

On June 17, 2021, Juneteenth became a federal holiday. In 2022, Governor Kristi Noem signed a bill making South Dakota the last state in the U.S. to officially recognize June 19th as a legal state holiday.

How can I celebrate?

🎉 Juneteenth Celebrations in South Dakota! 🎉

Join us as we celebrate Juneteenth 2024 across South Dakota! Mark your calendars for these exciting events:

📍 Brookings: Wednesday 6/19 6PM at Pioneer Park

Event link: https://www.facebook.com/share/LZGfisbjxLR8sdU9/

📍 Rapid City: Saturday 6/22 10AM at the Black Hills Community Theater

Event Link: https://www.facebook.com/share/7jhpCccyv96w5V5z/

📍 Sioux Falls: Saturday 6/15 11AM at the Avera Health IT Building DTSF

Event Link: https://www.facebook.com/share/WFQTMLrMp9Pm1e6u/

📍 Sioux Falls: Friday 6/21at the Icon Lounge DTSF, Highschool and College age event.

Event Link: https://www.facebook.com/100037730891520/posts/1141576617110024/?mibextid=xfxF2i&rdid=eugJKENBee2GFH1T

📍 Yankton: Wednesday 6/19 10AM

Event Link: https://www.facebook.com/share/Lngz9pe6isZZpwKL/

Let's honor freedom, unity, and progress together!

Join the conversation: #Juneteenth #SouthDakota #FreedomCelebration #naacpsd

🗓️ See you there! 🎈

If you are interested in attending Juneteenth events in South Dakota, we recommend checking in with local organizations and communities.

If you have information about an upcoming Juneteenth Celebration in South Dakota, or updates, please email us at NAACPSD@gmail.com