SF’s 2023 Juneteenth Freedom Celebration, Block Party & Free Carnival Rides (Fillmore)

Submitted by the Event Organizer

Once deemed the “Harlem of the West,” the historic Fillmore District was an epicenter of black music and culture for years. Now that Juneteenth is a federal holiday, San Francisco is looking to celebrate.

The city has put on Juneteenth events before, but nothing of this scale. Eight blocks of Fillmore St. will turn into a huge street festival with six sprawling “districts” including a classic car show, free food demos, free wine tastings (for adults, of cours), free concerts, a gospel competition, and free unlimited carnival rides for everyone who RSVPs.  

SF’s Juneteenth Freedom Celebration

Saturday, June 17, 2023 | 11a-6p
Fillmore St. from Geary to Fulton, San Francisco
FREE – RSVP – Enter to win great prizes, gift certificates and VIP cabana experiences

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• Free carnival rides
• 50+ retail and food vendors
• Classic car show
• Hair & fashion show
• Free R&B Block Party + gospel competition
• Free food demos
• Free wine tasting

Join thousands to commemorate Juneteenth in San Francisco’s historic Fillmore District. The Freedom Celebration will span eight city blocks featuring dozens of retail and food vendors, free carnival rides, free block party and music concert, plus much more.

There’s also free food demos and free wine tasting (21+).

Six Sprawling Districts

The Freedom Celebration boasts loads of attractions for residents and visitors of all ages with six sprawling districts of free, family entertainment.

• The Community District / FREE UNLIMITED CARNIVAL RIDES:
  All attendees will have access to free, unlimited carnival rides including carnival rides & games, plus much more at the African American Arts and Cultural Complex, 762 Fulton Street.
• The Entertainment District / R&B BLOCK PARTY:
  R&B Block Party takes center stage at Fillmore and O’Farrell St. featuring gospel duo Mary Mary and many more TBA.
• Tastemakers District / FOOD & DRINKS:
  Food trucks, ethnic cuisine, soul food, sweet delights and free food demonstrations will be hosted by Bay Area chefs and restauranteurs throughout the day. Complimentary wine tasting will take place alongside the Beer & Wine Garden for the 21 and up.
• Fashion District:
  The Hair & Fashion Show will feature the latest trends and styles, with rows of chic boutique vendors, bath & beauty retailers, craftspeople and artisans.
• Classic District /CLASSIC CAR SHOW:
  A real head-turner, the Classic Car Show and exhibition will feature iconic classics, custom restores and dozens of pristine, rarely seen models.
• The Arena District / OBSTACLE COURSE & GAMES ARENA:
  Participants can compete with friends and family in the fun filled, high-spirited Obstacle and Sports Games Arena.

Spearheaded by the Juneteenth SF Freedom Organization, and with the support of community leaders including Mayor London Breed and Dream Keeper, Executive Director, Dr. Sheryl Davis, the nonprofit event aims to reignite San Francisco’s 72 year long history of celebrating black freedom, culture and resilience.

The Juneteenth SF Freedom Celebration commemorates the emancipation of enslaved Black Americans and celebrates African American culture in recognition of black contributions and progress. To apply for vendor space and sponsorship opportunities, visit Juneteenth-sf.org.

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.