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Free Valkyries Juneteenth Celebration at Thrive City (SF)

Friday, June 19, 2026 - 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm | Cost: FREE
Thrive City | 1 Warriors Way San Francisco, CA
San Francisco

Event Details

The first-ever Valkyries Juneteenth Celebration at Thrive City, in collaboration with Black Joy Parade, hosted by Ryan Nicole. The event will feature music by DJ Nina Sol, spades, domino and Uno tables by UPLFTRS, crown making by Oakland-based Mannequin Madness, an art showcase by Zoë Boston, live performances by Heat Danceline and the Black Joy Choir, and Bay Area Black-owned small businesses (including seven from the Violet Book of Business presented by Chase).

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: FREE
Categories: *Top Pick*, Community, In Person, Juneteenth
Address: 1 Warriors Way San Francisco, CA

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