Seattle's Juneteenth 2025 celebrations
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Juneteenth celebrations have been scaled back this year due to funding shortfalls as companies and municipalities across the country reconsider their support for diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
This vibrant Juneteenth celebration honors Black culture, creativity, and community. In partnership with The Chayah Movement, Community Aunties, and Tacoma Public Schools, this event will feature live performances,
Seattle's weather forecasts clear skies, a high of 66 degrees today, and gentle weather through the weekend with highs near 70 degrees.
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This year's celebration, the Ninth annual Juneteenth on Farish, is hosted by Jackson's Brad "Kamikaze" Franklin and Funmi "Queen" Franklin and will include live music, local food vendors, drinks, arts and crafts and games.
Juneteenth celebrations are known for the variety of programs and events that highlight African American history and culture. In the 1960s, students at Prairie View A&M