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Join us for a vibrant celebration that brings together a rich tapestry of culture, history and community spirit. Explore educational and uplifting performances, including thought-provoking spoken word and master gardening that bring history to life.
Join in the celebration of Black authors and literature! Head to the MLK branch of the Columbus Metropolitan Library for music, food, free health screenings and giveaways. This event is free
Juneteenth on the Ave is a collaboration between community-based organizations around Columbus’ Historic Mt. Vernon Avenue to celebrate Black resilience and creativity. The event showcases performing and visual artists while promoting support for black-owned businesses. The district-wide commemoration features archival community photographs, art exhibits, food trucks, games, health screenings, higher education information sessions, dance, music, spoken word and theatre performances. This family-friendly event is free and open to the public.
Friday, June 19
4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Saturday, June 20
11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Join us at Goodale Park for two days of community, visibility, resources, entertainment, and Pride.
Friday Pride Stage
Juneteenth & Pride
Hosted by Amber Knicole, known for her stage presence and dedication to advocating for the LGBTQ+ community.
Friday, June 19
4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Saturday, June 20
11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Join us at Goodale Park for two days of community, visibility, resources, entertainment, and Pride.
Friday Pride Stage
Juneteenth & Pride
Hosted by Amber Knicole, known for her stage presence and dedication to advocating for the LGBTQ+ community.
The march proceeds north on High St. toward Goodale Park.
June 28, 1969 marked the beginning of the Stonewall Uprising—six days of events between police and LGBTQ+ protesters. While the Stonewall Inn and Uprising became widely known due to media coverage and the annual Pride traditions that followed, it was the fulcrum upon which years of LGBTQ+ activism shifted.
The first Pride march in Columbus, Ohio was held in June 1981. Only 200 people were in attendance, and some wore bags over their heads to conceal their identities.
OIA is back at Columbus Arts Festival for another celebration of culture and humanity. At this FREE event, Mauritanian-American pop star Salif Sarr will perform some of his greatest hits. Shema Asifiwe will present his new coloring book, "Ohio Is My Second Country," and Demba Ndiath will read from his forthcoming book, "From Welcome to Deportation."
Join CRIS for food, music, children’s activities, country tables, cultural displays, and celebration.
Community Refugee & Immigration Services office, 4645 Executive Drive, Columbus.
Supply wish list HERE.
The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second-best time is now — at An Evening with Green Columbus.
Come eat, drink, network, and turn your ticket into real trees across Central Ohio. Every dollar invested in community trees returns $2 to $5 in cooler streets, cleaner air, lower energy bills, and higher property values.
Tickets: $100
We're raising $25,000 that night for new plantings, and we can't get there without you. Every ticket and every donation puts more trees in the ground where they are needed most.
June 6, 11am-2pm
1251 Bryden Rd.
Enjoy live performances, a curated art show featuring TRANSIT artists past and present, music by DJ BHB, special jazz performances, and free food for the first 125 guests.
This free community event is open to all — we’d love to see you there!