11th Annual Juneteenth ICT Celebration
Celebrate Juneteenth with Community. A local tradition rooted In History, Unity, Culture, Joy, and more!
Please take a moment to review the following important information before attending the festival.
Purchase your armbands now at the following locations:
Jewel Angels
3236 E Douglas Ave
Suite 200
Wichita, KS 67208
Left on Read
612 E Douglas Ave
Suite 200
Wichita, KS 67202
*No Cash at this location*
2Beatz Boutique
320 S Market St
Wichita, KS 67202
Armbands will be for sale at the festival and various Juneteenth ICT events.
General admission $10 adult age 18 +Kids enter free.
Only approved vendors are permitted to sell items on the festival grounds.
Bring your lawn chairs. Please do not bring coolers, pets (in accordance with Wichita City Ordinance Sec. 6.04.055), outside food and drink inside the festival area.
Juneteenth ICT will feature the Sounds & Sips Beer Garden, exclusively for guests 21 and older.
13
Saturday, June 13th
Books & Breakfast ICT
Time: 10:00am - 11:30am
Books & Breakfast ICT presents a Juneteenth Community Breakfast. We will give away 40 books and Juneteenth themed family literacy kits. Bring your family out to enjoy community together. Free food and family fun for all.
Location:
Build & Rebuild
1751 N. Ash
Wichita, KS 67214
2026 Miss Juneteenth ICT Scholarship Pageant
Time: 3:00pm - 6:00pm
More than a pageant—this is a platform for young women to be seen, celebrated, and supported.
2026 Miss Juneteenth ICT Scholarship Pageant highlights 8 dynamic young ladies who are using their voices, talents, and leadership to inspire the next generation. Each contestant is pursuing opportunities that will help further their education, personal growth, and impact within the community.
Location:
1329 E. 16th St. N
Wichita, KS 67214
Purchase a ticket today to support these young ladies.
VIP Tickets: $20 | Comes with Floor Seats and Light Hors d’oeuvres at 1:30PM prior to the 3PM show.
General Admission: $10
Children 5 and Under: Free
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/miss-juneteenth-ict-2026-tickets-1990292111282?aff=oddtdtcreator
16
Tuesday, June 16th
Juneteenth ICT Senior Appreciation Program
Time: 11:00am - 1:00pm
Juneteenth ICT presents Brunch Bingo & Boogie. This event is free of charge and will honor the elders in our community.
Location:
The Center
1914 E. 11th St. N
Wichita, KS 67214
*Free Event
*Send RSVP to juneteenthict@coreofwichita.org or call 316-302-4481
2026 Juneteenth ICT Film Festival
Time: 6:30pm, doors open at 6:15p
Join us at Historic Dunbar Theatre for a groundbreaking film festival you won't want to miss. Experience education, entertainment, inspiration, and celebration of African Americans Standing on Business in the film industry.
There's more: This year we celebrate two local pioneers in film!
Location:
Historic Dunbar Theatre
1007 N. Cleveland Ave
Wichita, KS 67214
19
20
20
21
Our schedule may change — check back often for updates!
18
Thursday, June 18th
A Simply Poetry Juneteenth Celebration
Time: 7pm, doors open at 6:00p
Get ready for a night full of words and vibes at Simply Poetry featuring the amazing Byrd the Overcomer out of Muskogee, OK!
Bring your energy and love for poetry. Whether you’re a fan or just curious, it’s gonna be a chill, inspiring evening you won’t wanna miss!
Location:
Simply Sangria
243 N. Cleveland
Wichita, KS 67214
Ticket Pre-Sales on Eventbrite: search Simply Poetry. No sales at the door. Must be 21+ to enter.
19
Friday, June 19th
Juneteenth ICT All-Star Kickball Game
Hosted by Wichita Urban Professionals
Time: 6:00p - 7:30p
Location:
Historic McAdams Park
1329 E. 16th St. N
Wichita, KS 67214
Robert Thurman Baseball Field
Register to play today!
https://form.jotform.com/240227355639055
Juneteenth ICT Celebration in the Park
Time: 6:30p - 9:30p
Bring the family out to enjoy music, local vendors, food trucks, free swim days, and more at the Historic McAdams Park.
Location:
Historic McAdams Park
1329 E. 16th St. N
Wichita, KS 67214
Must have armband to enter where applicable. $10 General admission 18+, Kids entry fee
Bring your own lawn chair suggested.
20
Saturday, June 20th
Historic Juneteenth Parade
Time: 10am parade start
Bring the family out and line up along 13th street to enjoy the historic Juneteenth ICT Parade. A free family fun event for all!
Location:
Starts at Holy Savior Academy near 13th & Hillside and flows down to Historic McAdams Park
Juneteenth ICT Celebration in the Park
Time: Gate opens at 11am, 11:30a-9:30p
Bring the family out to enjoy music, local vendors, food trucks, free swim days, and more at the Historic McAdams Park.
Location:
Historic McAdams Park
1329 E. 16th St. N
Wichita, KS 67214
Must have armband to enter where applicable. $10 General admission 18+, Kids entry fee
Bring your own lawn chair suggested.
21
Sunday, June 21st
Juneteenth ICT Celebration in the Park:
Gospel Concert
Time: 6:00p - 8:00p
Location:
Historic McAdams Park
1329 E. 16th St. N
Wichita, KS 67214
Gospel Concert Finale featuring headliner Maurette Brown Clark, plus local church choirs bringing that full sound and spirit.
Bring your lawn chair, bring your people, and come ready for an evening of worship, music, and community love.
Must have armband to enter where applicable. $10 General admission 18+, Kids enter free
Juneteenth ICT Father's Day Appreciation Program
(Private Event, invitation only)
This year for Father’s Day we celebrate 5 deserving men from our community.
The 2026 Juneteenth ICT Father's Day Honorees are: Bernard Gray, Deshawn Wheaton Sr, Jeremy Reese, Deandre Rogers Sr, and Pastor Billy Hubbard Sr.
Thank you for being strong Fathers and Father Figures in our Community.
Our schedule may change — check back often for updates!