NAACP & Edison Township Juneteenth ‘Freedom Day’ festival
The NAACP Metuchen Edison Piscataway Area Branch, in collaboration with Edison Township, AT&T, Mobile Family Success of Middlesex County, Middlesex County Board of Commissioners & Arts Division, and Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, is thrilled to announce the 23rd annual Juneteenth Festival, Middlesex County’s largest Juneteenth celebration. The event will take place on Saturday, June 10, from noon to 9 p.m. at Papaianni Park (100 Municipal Blvd., Edison).
Juneteenth “Freedom Day” commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States. It is a day of reflection, education, and celebration of African American history and culture. This year’s festival aims to celebrate the diversity of New Jersey and foster unity among all communities.
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Attendees can look forward to a lineup of exciting performances by artists and groups such as the Lumzy Sisters, Cimarrones Afro Puerto Rican Bomba Ensemble, Eastside Dance Project, American Dance Studios, Earth Wind and Fire Tribute Band, B2Z Dance School, Haynes Preparatory School, and Jai Bharat Dhol Tasha Pathak Dance Group. These talented performers will bring their vibrant energy to the stage to showcase the richness and variety of artistic expression.
Sports enthusiasts can participate in a basketball tournament, while children can enjoy pony rides, amusement rides, and face-painting sessions. The event will also feature a diverse array of merchandise and food vendors, offering a shopping and culinary experience for all.
One of the festival’s highlights is the attempt to break the record for the world’s longest soul train line. Everyone is invited to join in this moment of unity and joy.
For more information about the 23rd Annual Juneteenth Festival, contact Michelle Haynes at mhaynes@haynesprep.com.
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