june 12 - 14
Celebrate Juneteenth Weekend in Downtown Laurens on June 12–14, 2026, as the community comes together to honor the past, serve the present, and inspire the future.
The weekend features a talent show, parade, breakfast conference, and a family-friendly festival filled with music, food, vendors, and cultural celebrations.
Friday, June 12th
Join us for the kickoff of this year’s Juneteenth celebrations with a community talent show at The Capitol Theatre in downtown Laurens!
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The event will take place from 7:00 to 10:00 PM, with doors opening at 6:30 PM.
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Tickets are $10 and seating is limited.
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To purchase tickets by cash or check, please visit City Hall at 126 E. Public Square in Laurens. Exact change is required.
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To purchase tickets digitally, you can pay via paypal via the button below or via cash app: $LaurensJT619 [Address associated with cash app: PO Box 705 Laurens SC 29360] - Make sure you list the item you are purchasing [juneteenth talent show]
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Concessions will be available for purchase during the show.
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Community members interested in performing are encouraged to contact juneteenthlaurenscounty@gmail.com to submit their interest or click the button below to fill out the google form.
Saturday, June 13th
Breakfast Conference Panel
Magnolia Room, Laurens County Museum, 9 AM
The Juneteenth celebration kicks off Saturday morning with our Annual Community Breakfast at 9:00 AM—a wonderful way to enjoy a festive meal with friends, neighbors, and fellow community members as we honor the spirit of freedom and unity. Tickets costs shown below.
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Location: Magnolia Room - Laurens County Museum - 116 South Public Square, Laurens, SC, 29360
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The event will take place at 9 AM. Doors will open at 8:30 AM.
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Tickets purchased in advance are $25. Tickets sold at the door are $30.
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To pay for you ticket online, you can submit via paypal via the button below. Or you can pay via cash app: $LaurensJT619 [Address associated with cash app: PO Box 705 Laurens SC 29360] - Make sure you list the item you are purchasing [juneteenth parade fee]
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To purchase tickets by cash or check, please visit City Hall at 126 E. Public Square in Laurens. Exact change is required.
Saturday, June 13th
Downtown Parade
5 pm - 6 pm
At 5:00 PM, we’ll proudly kick off the Spectacular Historical Parade, highlighting significant figures and events from enslavement through freedom to today. Churches and organizations are encouraged to march and represent historical milestones or cultural themes.
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An in-kind donation secures your place in the lineup.
To participate in the parade or submit a donation, please contact:
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Natalie A. Brown – 551-216-5614
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Jendayi Shumate – 864-200-8687
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Cassandra Campbell – 864-981-5470
This is a powerful day of remembrance, celebration, and community pride—you won’t want to miss it.
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Entry Application is below.
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To pay for your submission by cash or check, please visit City Hall at 126 E. Public Square in Laurens. Exact change is required.
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To donate online, you can submit via paypal via the button below. Or you can pay via cash app: $LaurensJT619 [Address associated with cash app: PO Box 705 Laurens SC 29360] - Make sure you put the amount you are donating and add in 'juneteenth parade donation'.
Saturday, June 13th
Downtown Festival
6 pm - 10 pm
The celebration continues throughout the day with our Festival on the Square, taking place from 6:00 to 10:00 PM in downtown Laurens. Bring the whole family and enjoy a vibrant atmosphere featuring delicious food vendors, unique retail booths, live performances, a kids zone, and special invited guests.
If you’re interested in being part of the event as a vendor, we’d love to have you join us. Click the button below to fill out your application. Once approved, you can use the Vendor Payment [below] to pay the vendor fee based on your application.
Sunday, June 14th
Juneteenth Commemoration Service & Celebration
11:00 am
The Juneteenth celebration will conclude on Sunday, June 14 with a special Commemoration Service and Celebration at:
Saint Paul First Baptist Church
216 East Hampton Street, Laurens, SC
11:00 AM
This service offers a meaningful opportunity for the community to come together in reflection, honoring the significance of Juneteenth and its lasting impact.
All are welcome to attend and take part in this time of remembrance, unity, and celebration.