Event Summary
Juneteenth Family Festival
When: Saturday January 14th, 2025
Where: 2017 W 110th Place, Chicago
Cost: FREE
Our first festival launched in 2019 as a small gathering in the Dan Ryan Woods but quickly expanded each year. Last year’s festival was a force on the South Side, with more than 5,000 attendees! As the festival grows in popularity, sponsorship, and attendance, this year’s event will be more significant and have more to offer the community. This year’s Juneteenth Family Festival will feature entertainment, activities, and shopping for every age group! Read below for a list of event highlights.
Entertainment
SoulTribe (2025 Headliner) — the Chicago-based R&B, Soul, and Funk band renowned for their innovative covers that seamlessly blend genres into fresh, infectious grooves. 
Uniting Voices is a nonprofit organization that empowers and unites youth from diverse backgrounds to find their voice and celebrate their common humanity through the power of music.
MOYA educates through electrifying drum and dance! We guarantee to integrate state learning goals while bringing Africa to you through creative songs, dance, storytelling, and audience participation. “MOYA” is a West African term from the Mandingo Ancestry, meaning “Family.”
Vai’s Shakoor, a spoken word artist, has a mission to continue making progress through poetry, using her voice to shed light on critical issues such as sexual assault awareness, body positivity, and mental health. 
With a passion for good music that transcends generations, Frank Lee is a classically trained vocalist who brings a rich, soulful sound to every performance.
Jalen Barnes is a multi-genre producer and DJ, actively pushing footwork, hip-hop and bass music intentionally with his undefeated footwork crew: Takeova Global. He is a young heavy-hitter of Footwork. Be sure to visit their social media pages to learn more.
Youth and Family Activities
African Drumming
Basketball
Bean-Toss
Bouncy-Houses
Chicago Pubic Library
Coloring
Face-Painting
Family Dance Class
Giant Connect-4
Science Experiments
Uno
Volleyball
Vendors and Retail
Art and Photography
Image Makers Photography
LiveArts Studio Inc.
Body Care
AnLavek
Black House Farm
Classy Charm Design
Cosmic Creole
Majestic Wellness LLC
The Aloe Shoppe
True2Mi Inc
Clothing
14th Pharaoh Apparel
A. Lotrice Boutique
Blind Resistance Brand
Bringing Back Childhood
Chicago Culture
Ellis Enterprise
Faith Activators
Konfadent Sista
Little Miracles Infant Clothing Line and More
Mamap0lusceo
GCA Unlimited Apparel
Soule2Soul
Jewelry
Char’s Jewelry
Chinawraps
Janz Jewelry and Crafts
General Retail
Darryl Harvey Author
Decor by Cherita P
Jump Start Novelties
Lineage Salon Suites
MaidPro Chicago
Mother Dove Collection (books)
Patio Enclosures
Sterling Lamps & Home Accents
Travel Stuff Boutique LLC
Window Works
Spearheaded Design and Decor
Eleganthousecrafts
Health, Wellness, and Resources
AeroStar Avion Institute
African American Family Research Institute
Big Shoulder Funds
Lizzie Foundation
The Beverly Studio
Ada S McKinley Community Services Inc.
Chicago Collegiate Charter School
Illinois Institute of Technology
Health and Wellness
Sound Bath Meditation by LovEnergy Holistic Wellness
Sessions are on the hour from 1pm-5pm. Immerse yourself in the tranquility of sound meditation. Through the gentle vibrations of singing bowls, chimes, and other melodic instruments, you are invited to let go of stress and tension. These sessions present a sense of calm and inner peace. 
The below health services will be available between 12pm and 3pm:
Advocate Children’s Peds
Physicals, sports physicals and vaccines for kids 4yo-18yo who have Medicaid or no insurance
Advocate Children’s Dental Van
Dental screenings, dental cleanings, and fluoride (ages 0-16). Medicaid or private health insurance accepted.
Care2Prevent HIV testing
Know your status, protect your health! Care2Prevent will offer free, confidential wellness screenings. Quick, easy, and results in minutes. Stop by and take a powerful step towards a healthier you!
Roseland Mammogram Mobile
Ladies, take charge of your health! The Roseland Mammogram Van will be offering free 3D mammograms for women 40+, or younger women with risk factors. No appointment needed – just bring your ID and insurance card (if you have one). Walk-ups welcome!
Education and Workshops
Beginners Sewing: 12pm-12:30pm
Neurographic Art: 12:30pm-1pm
Olive-Harvey Q&A: 1pm-1:30pm
Financial Literacy: 2pm-2:30pm
Intro to Drones: 2:30pm-3pm
2025 Sponsors
The organizers of Juneteenth Family Festival would like to give a heartfelt thank you to this year’s sponsors for their support and commitment to the Beverly and Morgan Park communities!
The annual production is only possible because of the generous support of sponsors, whose contributions help keep this powerful community celebration free to the public.
Below are our generous sponsors!
Green Level Sponsors: $5,000+
Superior Ambulance Service
Black Level Sponsors: $2,500+
AstraZeneca
Blue Door Neighborhood Center
Flourish Research
Sanofi
The Morris Family (Donor)
Red Level Sponsors: $1,000+
Olive-Harvey College
Advocate Children’s Hospital
KMR Law Group
Media Sponsors
CBS News Chicago
WPWX Power 92 Chicago
106.3 WSRB | Chicago’s R&B
Beverly Area Planning Association (BAPA)
Lifetime Sponsorship (Since 2019)
Morgan Park Presbyterian Church
Morgan Park Methodist Church
All Day Montessori
Mirjam Quinn & Associates
Bookies
Irsenia Norfleet DDS PC
Small Business Level Sponsors: $500+
National Kidney Foundation of Illinois
The Critical Thinking Child, LLC
Natasha Robinson at Guaranteed Rate Affinity
My Block My Hood My City
Ada Park Advisory Council
Morgan Park Roots Organization
Beverly Arts Center
Festival Friend Level Sponsors: $250+
Pro Waste
In-Kind Donations
County Fair Foods
Mr. Submarine
Annual Festival Information
Where is the festival located?
The festival is located on Longwood Drive in the Beverly/Morgan Park community. The festival spans 110th to 111th and Longwood Dr., Chicago, IL.
When is the festival?
The festival is on Saturday, June 14th, 2025, from 12PM to 7PM.
How much does it cost to attend the festival?
Entrance to the festival is free for all attendees.
What should I expect to see or experience activities at the festival?
There will be live entertainment, workshops, and family activities such as djembe drumming lessons, sports activities, bouncy houses, live art, and much more! Please check the website for activities, workshops, and entertainment times.
How is the festival paid for?
Every year, the festival organizers strive to raise funds through sponsorships and donations. This support allows the festival to be free and accessible to all.
How can I support the festival?
You can support the festival by attending, donating or by connecting festival organizers with businesses or organizations you know that may be interested in sponsorship.
Are there other ways I can help with the festival?
This festival is made possible through the help of volunteers. Everyone within the Juneteenth Family Festival organization works on a volunteer basis. If you would like to help, you are welcomed to be a volunteer. Please visit our volunteer page to sign up.
Day of the Festival
Is there parking available at the festival?
-Street Parking: Attendees may park on non-permit streets surrounding the festival.
–Parking Lot: Attendees may use the Morgan Park High School parking lot at 1744 W. Pryor St (Enter on 111th St). Congregating and tailgating in the lot is strictly prohibited
Where do I enter the festival?
You may enter the festival at any entrance point, as there are no gates or barricades limiting access to the festival.
Is this venue handicap-accessible?
The venue is handicap-accessible as all activities are on the ground level. Additionally, there will be wheel-chair accessible bathrooms on site.
What should I bring to the festival?
We encourage you to bring chairs or blankets so you can sit down and enjoy the festival.
Can I bring a tent?
Due to a large number of attendees, we do not allow tents, canopies or shade structures.
Can I bring outside food and drinks to the festival?
You can bring your own food to sit and eat with your friends or family, however you are not allowed to grill or sell any food on the premises. Only registered food vendors are allowed to sell food. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited.
Can I purchase food at the festival?
Food vendors will be on site from which you can buy food and drinks.
What else can I purchase at the festival? There will be vendors at the festival selling various merchandise.
Will there be security at the festival? There will be security at the festival and the Chicago Police Department to keep us safe.
What items are prohibited at the festival?
Alcohol, illegal and illicit substances, fireworks, barbecue grills, pets or animals (except service animals), drones or air-crafts.
Can I sell merchandise or set up a business table?
No. Only registered vendors may set up tables to sell merchandise at the festival.
Where do I go if I have any questions at the festival?
You may go to the welcome tent and a festival organizer will answer your questions.
What else do I need to know?
Please remember this is a family-friendly festival. We ask that you respect others and the property of the churches.
Festival Map
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