Jamaican Emancipendence

Jamaican Emancipendence Annual Celebration of Jamaican Independence and Emancipation. The Jamaican Emancipendence Committee operates under the auspices of the Thomas H. Slater Center.

August 1, 2026. A complete success!
08/03/2026

August 1, 2026. A complete success!

Bring the Children!! Jamaican Emancipendence FestivalSaturday, August 1 | 3:00–6:00 PMCourt Street, White Plains, NYHom...
07/25/2026

Bring the Children!!

Jamaican Emancipendence Festival
Saturday, August 1 | 3:00–6:00 PM
Court Street, White Plains, NY

Homer, the dog is a golden retriever therapy dog. Petting and picture taking allowed. Free face painting, arts & craft activities, cotton candy, snacks, water and giveaway.

Heather Dawn Maureen Goulbourne Briana Brown Thomas H. Slater Community Center Donnovan Beckford White Plains Juneteenth Heritage, Inc. Sheleen Chin-Green Jodi Clarke

The Countdown Is On! Just One Week Until Westchester County's Most Anticipated Celebration of Jamaican Culture where Cou...
07/25/2026

The Countdown Is On! Just One Week Until Westchester County's Most Anticipated Celebration of Jamaican Culture where Court Street Comes Alive with the Sights, Sounds, and Flavors of Jamaica!

Saturday, August 1 | 3:00–8:00 PM
Court Street | White Plains, NY

Line up includes flag raising, the band, Drumma Squad, DJ Myte, scholarship and award presentation, Miss Lou rendition, Line Dance by DJ Danny, a vibrant Kids' Corner, food trucks, vendors, cultural dress and dance competitions, raffles, plus. Attendance is free, however, bring $$ for food and to support the vendors.

One of the most poignant and pride-filled moments of the festival is witnessing the Jamaican flag rise over the City of White Plains. Join us before 3:30 PM to be part of this meaningful ceremony as we honor our heritage, celebrate our freedom, and proudly raise the Black, Green, and Gold for all to see.

Wear the colors!

It's going down!

Heather Dawn Maureen Goulbourne Briana Brown Donnovan Beckford Briana Brown Sheleen Chin-Green Jodi Clarke Thomas H. Slater Community Center White Plains Juneteenth Heritage, Inc. Westchester African-American Heritage Celebration Coalition, Inc.

07/09/2026

Save the date for the Jamaican Emancipendence Celebration taking place on August 6, 2022 at the White Plains library in White Plains, New York.

Know a graduating senior of Jamaican heritage, residing/attending school in Westchester County, NY, with a GPA of 2.5 or...
04/24/2026

Know a graduating senior of Jamaican heritage, residing/attending school in Westchester County, NY, with a GPA of 2.5 or above, please have them check out the requirements and fill out the application online. Jamaicanemancipendence.com/scholarships

It’s going down on April 19th. You won’t want to miss this one! 🎶 DJ CalliB will be at the controls, setting the vibe fo...
04/07/2026

It’s going down on April 19th. You won’t want to miss this one! 🎶 DJ CalliB will be at the controls, setting the vibe for an afternoon full of great music, delicious food, and even better company.

Dress to impress with your pretty frocks and bowties (optional, but encouraged 😉), and don’t forget your dancing shoes!

Come out, have a great time, and support a meaningful cause - our scholarship and festival fundraiser. Let’s make it a night to remember! ✨

There is an option to pay by Zelle. Thomas H. Slater Center - [email protected].

Thomas H. Slater Community Center White Plains Juneteenth Heritage, Inc. Westchester African-American Heritage Celebration Coalition, Inc.

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