West Hartford CommUnity Juneteenth Celebration

06/20/2026

Happy Juneteenth!

06/18/2026

📣 JUBILATION THURSDAYS JUNE 18TH WEATHER UPDATE 📣

Due to the forecasted inclement weather, Jubilation Thursday has been postponed.

We invite everyone to join us instead on:

🎶 Thursday, July 2, 2026
🕡7PM – 9PM
📍 Blue Back Square, West Hartford

While we're disappointed to delay the celebration, the safety and comfort of our performers, vendors, volunteers, and attendees remain our top priority.

We look forward to bringing our community together on July 2nd for an evening filled with music, culture, spoken word, and celebration as we continue honoring the spirit of Juneteenth.

Thank you for your understanding, and we can't wait to celebrate with you soon!


Town of West Hartford, CTSchool of Rock West HartfordAlleah RedAntonio M KershawDJ B-EZThe Kachwaha TeamNBT BankNorthwestern Mutual - West Hartford, CT@followersAntonio M KershawCandee JordenConcerned Parents of Color of Greater HartfordWest Hartford African American Social & Cultural Organization - WhaascoThe RiseUP GroupBlue Back Square

06/18/2026

As of now our final Jubilation Thursday of the season is on! Sun is coming out at 6pm! So will we! Make sure you make it out too!

06/15/2026

Honoring Juneteenth at First Church on June 21

All are welcome to worship at First Church as we honor Juneteenth on Sunday, June 21 at 10 a.m.! Join us in the meetinghouse for a special service led by Senior Minister Rev. Fredd Ward.

Also that day, the JPWL will distribute copies of the book When Alexander Graced the Table by chef Alexander Smalls to each family, while copies last. Based on the author's childhood, this is the story of a young man's efforts to contribute a dish to the weekly Sunday dinner, "something warm and satisfying, something that the whole family will love and, most of all, will make his dad proud."

06/15/2026

🎶 Don't Miss the Final Jubilation Thursday of the Season! 🎶

Join us on Thursday, June 18th, as we close out our 2026 Jubilation Thursdays Juneteenth Celebration with an incredible evening of music, dance, poetry, and community!

For our grand finale, we're bringing together an outstanding lineup of performers who embody the creativity, talent, and cultural richness that make this event so special:

🎙️ Antonio M Kershaw aka A.Marquis – Soulful vocals and powerful musical storytelling

💃 Studio 860 – Dynamic dance performances that will energize the crowd

🎸 School of Rock West Hartford House Band – Talented young musicians bringing passion and live music to the stage

📖 Sugar & Spice Candee Jorden – Inspiring spoken word poetry that celebrates resilience, reflection, and freedom

Over the past three weeks, we've gathered to celebrate Juneteenth through music, culture, and connection. Now it's time to come together one last time for an unforgettable evening filled with joy, inspiration, and community spirit.

📅 Thursday, June 18, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Blue Back Square, Town of West Hartford, CT

Bring your family, your friends, and your lawn chairs as we close out an amazing season of Jubilation Thursdays!

06/12/2026

The weather came through and gave us a beautiful evening. Thank you all for supporting the first West Hartford Community Juneteenth Celebration Jubilation Thursdays! See you next week!

Nekita Waller Candee Jorden School of Rock West Hartford Alleah Red Antonio M Kershaw

The Kachwaha Team West Hartford African American Social & Cultural Organization - Whaasco Concerned Parents of Color of Greater Hartford The RiseUP Group

06/11/2026

Nekita Waller at Jubilation Thursdays!!! West Hartford Community Juneteenth Celebration Town of West Hartford, CTSchool of Rock West Hartford

06/11/2026

School of Rock Neo Soul Band! 2025 West Hartford CommUnity Juneteenth Celebration @

06/11/2026

The skies have cleared and the heat has broken! Come on out!

Get ready for an unforgettable evening of live music!

Join us for another incredible evening at West Hartford's Jubilation Thursdays! as the talented School of Rock Neo Soul Band and Nekita Waller take the stage!

Blending soulful grooves, powerful vocals, and the energy of rising young musicians, these performances will showcase the sounds and spirit of Neo Soul and R&B while celebrating community, culture, and creativity.

Come support these incredible performers and enjoy a summer evening filled with great music, good vibes, and community connection as we continue celebrating Juneteenth all month long.

Thursday, June 11, 2026
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
West Hartford Center Blue Back Square

Bring a chair, bring a friend, and experience the next generation of musical talent!