14/06/2025
Juneteenth Cowley County 2025: A Two-Part Celebration of Culture, Healing, and Hope
Join us in Ark City, Kansas, for an unforgettable two-days as we honor Juneteenth 2025 with two powerful events rooted in history, healing, Art and community joy. This is more than a celebration—it's a cultural shift, a revival of community spirit.
Part I: Juneteenth Family Fun Jamboree
🕕 June 19th, 2025 | 6PM–10PM
📍 Lovie Watson Park | Ark City
A joyful explosion of culture, fun, and community connection—for all ages!
🎈 Activities Include:
• Bounce house, face painting, balloon animals
• African dance & family music performances
• Food vendors, snow cones, and the ACPL Book Mobile
• Bubble Fun Run (6PM–6:30PM)
• “Battle of the Ages” Basketball & Board Games
🎆 Fireworks Show (9PM–10PM)
🎟 Wristbands: Just $4 unlocks the entire park experience! (To help us sustain this annual event)
Part II: Juneteenth Revival, Symposium & Resource Fair
🕕 June 20th, 2025 | 6PM–8PM
📍 Venue 208 | 208 S Summit Street, Ark City
Where gospel music, Black Culture, and community connections take center stage.
✨ Keynote: Frankie Kirkendoll of the Urban League of Kansas delivers a powerful, message of working together, reviving community and personal faith.
🎤 Performances by:
• Yolanda Lolar-Johnson – Lifting the roof with a spirit-filled gospel experience.
• Katie Brooks – Inspiring artistic performance from a rising gem of the community.
🙏 Benediction: Reverend Raymond Dempsey will open and close the evening with a blessing of unity and purpose.
💼 PLUS: Community Resource Fair
Before, during, and after the program, local organizations will be on hand to connect attendees to vital resources, including:
• Healthcare access
• Adult education opportunities
• Mental health & wellness services
• Housing and employment support
• Family and youth services
Why It Matters:
Juneteenth Cowley County 2025 brings the community together in celebration, empowerment, and unity for its 5th year. From thel revival and life-changing resources at the Symposium this year to the laughter and joy of the Jamboree, this event is an invitation to celebrate liberation while building community.
JuneteenthCCC 2025—where we don’t just gather, we Shift to Change.
This event is about more than inspiration—it’s about equipping the community with what we need to thrive.
