5th Annual
Still We Rise Juneteenth Celebration!
Join us for our yearly commemoration of Black Americans’ emancipation from slavery.
A day to remember and reflect on our liberation
On June 19, 1865, Union soldiers arrived in Texas and informed enslaved Black people that the Civil War had ended and that all slaves were officially free, marking the effective end of slavery in the U.S. Join us as we celebrate this day of freedom, reflection and African American culture and history.
Pre-Juneteenth
Juneteenth Oratorical Contest
May 6, 2026 | 9:30am at Selma High School
This event is not open to the public but it will be live-streamed. Join here the day of the event.
There’s nothing more powerful than a young person who knows their history and isn’t afraid to speak it. Our annual public speaking competition invites 11th and 12th graders from across Selma Dallas County, pairing each student with an award-winning coach as they research, write and deliver an original speech on Black history. Winners will share their speeches at our June 19th event – don’t miss it!
Juneteenth Main Event
5th Annual Juneteenth Still We Rise Celebration!
June 19, 2026 | 12:00-4:30 PM
Location: Future Home of Foot Soldiers Park, 1705 Selma Ave
Join Foot Soldiers Park and the Selma community for a joyful Juneteenth celebration!
Bring the whole family for a day filled with live music, African dancers and drummers, local food, and kids activities. Discover the history of Juneteenth, uplift Black-owned businesses, shop for Foot Soldiers Park merch, win giveaways, and connect with community resources – all while honoring the brave Selma foot soldiers who shaped our history.
Event Schedule:
- 12:00pm – Opening Entertainment by The Clutch Band
- 1:00pm – Prayer & Welcome
- 1:15pm – Keynote Speaker (TBD)
- 1:30pm – Oratorical Contest Winners Showcase
- 1:40pm – Presentation to Honor Foot Soldiers
- 2:00pm – 4:00pm – Entertainment
- 4:30pm – Celebration Ends
Event entertainment line-up
Performance of African Drummer group
Immerse in the sounds of West African dance, drumming and folklore!
Performing at 2:00pm
Dj Double J
Foot Soldiers Park favorite emcee will bring the beats
Performing at 3:55pm
Additional entertainment details to be announced soon!
Interested in being a vendor at our Juneteenth celebration?
Whether you’re selling food, clothing, art or community resources, we want you there!
Show your support
Become an event sponsor!
Support our community and commemorative program, festival, panel discussion and fun activities for the youngest members of the community through an event sponsorship.
Contact Kimberly Smitherman to explore latest sponsorship opportunities at (334) 412-6604 or kimberly@footsoldierspark.org
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