Festival of black arts & ideas: Juneteenth
Full 2023 Schedule

Friday, June 9, 2023

Opening Night of August Wilson’s ‘The Piano Lesson’

See Chattanooga Theatre Centre's production of August Wilson's masterful play 'The Piano Lesson'.

Sunday, June 11, 2023

August Wilson’s ‘The Piano Lesson’, Cast Meet & Greet, and Lecture

See 'The Piano Lesson' and following the show, hear from the cast and August Wilson Society Education Director Pedro E. Alvarado.

Thursday, June 15, 2023

Black In Appalachia Presentation/Lecture

Black In Appalachia works to highlight the history & contributions of African Americans in the development of the Mountain South & its culture.

Friday, June 16, 2023

Juba Dance Ensemble Performance

Come see the inaugural performance of the Juba Dance Ensemble under the direction of Crystal Newson.

Saturday, June 17, 2023

2nd Annual Juneteenth Freedom Run & Walk

Join us for our 2nd Annual Juneteenth Freedom Run & Walk

Saturday, June 17, 2023

Katherine Dunham Juba Dance Festival Workshops

Join us for dance workshops led by professional dancers, ranging in styles from traditional African dance to Contemporary.

Saturday, June 17, 2023

D. Williams Dance Academy Recital

Enjoy an exciting recital performed by the D. Williams Dance Academy.

Saturday, June 17, 2023

Scratching Your Roots Workshop: Black Genealogy Society Open House & New Member Recruitment

This Black genealogy workshop is designed to provide tools for those of African descent to discover where their ancestors were from.