University City Juneteenth Art Fest

Start: Wednesday, June 19, 2024 4:00PM
End: Wednesday, June 19, 2024 8:00PM

For the inaugural Juneteenth Arts Fest from University City Partners, Dru Billions, owner of Uptown Inde, will emcee the Juneteenth Art Fest, which will feature an array of local talent, including: Ayah the Light, healing music artist promoting truth and wellness to express her experiences and connect with listeners DEVN, local multi-instrumentalist R&B veteran and guest performer with Lute at Dreamville 2021, 2023, and 2024 Tracei, emerging Florida rapper and Johnson C. Smith graduate using her voice to advocate for the voiceless TwinNation, professional dancers/twins Santae and Sanwone Benjamin, who’ve performed on football’s biggest stage DJ Jason Brown, esteemed grandson of musical legend James Brown Justin Ellis, Charlotte Black History featured artist utilizing mixed media to visually narrate personal stories Mimi V, local artist performing all over Charlotte and in 2023 released her first EP, “Transitions” Creative direction was provided by Janeva Tyree, curator, host and art lead who helped conceptualize event activities in response to the community's desire for artistic expression and cultural celebration The festival aims to educate attendees of all ages and backgrounds on the historical and cultural significance of Juneteenth through African American art exhibitions, performances and activities, providing a platform for learning and fostering connections in the community. For updates on the event and everything University City Partners is doing, sign up for the newsletter and follow @UnivCityCLT on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.