Celebrate Junteenth CultureFEST on Avenida

Celebrate Freedom, Culture, and Community at Juneteenth Culture Fest 2025

Avenue Houston is the place to be this June as the spirit of Juneteenth comes alive with music, dance, culture, and community. Juneteenth Culture Fest 2025 is set for Saturday, June 14 and Sunday, June 15, bringing two days of vibrant performances, local vendors, live podcasts, and much more in honor of one of the most important dates in American history.

Join us for a free, family-friendly weekend of celebration at Avenida Houston and Discovery Green.

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Saturday, June 14 | 4 PM – 9 PM

Location: Avenida Houston

Culture Stage

Hosted by KTSU 90.9FM’s Donna Franklin and Taylor Getwood, the Culture Stage is a showcase of live music and electrifying energy.

• 4:00 PM – 4:25 PM: DJ Chilly Bill Smith spins classic KTSU vibes
• 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM: The Session featuring Isaiah Parks, Spud Howard, Patrice Dominique, Kirk Richmond, and Carvena
• 6:45 PM – 9:00 PM: The Culture Silent Party with DJ Supa Neil (The Choice) and DJ Lefty (The Vibe)

Vibe Lounge

Hosted by The Vibe’s Jessi and J. Xavier, this lounge delivers good music and live cultural content throughout the evening.

• 4:00 PM – 5:15 PM: DJ Kardiac playing clean, upbeat hits
• 5:15 PM – 6:15 PM: KTSU Impact Houston Live Podcast
• 6:15 PM – 6:30 PM: DJ Kardiac returns
• 6:30 PM – 7:15 PM: Ki’ora Michelle live performance
• 7:15 PM – 8:00 PM: DJ Kardiac
• 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM: Ki’ora Michelle performance (Encore)

Health and Wellness Stage

Group fitness instruction provided by Gretchen aka “Coach Gee”, Sade Parker, and Wilmeika Powells.

• 4:00 PM – 4:15 PM: Warmup
• 4:15 PM – 4:45 PM: Aging in Motion
• 5:00 PM – 5:30 PM: Zumba Dance Cardio
• 5:45 PM – 6:15 PM: Hip Hop Aerobics
• 6:15 PM – 6:45 PM: Line Dance Fitness
• 6:45 PM – 7:00 PM: Cool Down

Vendor Market

Explore a wide variety of local vendors offering handmade goods, cultural merchandise, art, fashion, and cuisine.

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Sunday, June 15 | 4 PM – 9 PM

Special Father’s Day Edition
Locations: Discovery Green and Avenida Houston

Freedom Stage (Discovery Green)

Hosted by KTSU The Vibe’s Funky Larry Jones and KC, the Freedom Stage brings live bands and classic grooves to the forefront.

• 4:00 PM – 4:15 PM: House Music set by The Vibe
• 4:15 PM – 5:00 PM: Live performance by Shonnie Murrell
• 5:00 PM – 5:20 PM: DJ Michele McKnight
• 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM: The C.I.T.Y. Band live performance
• 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM: DJ Michele McKnight returns

Culture Stage (Avenida Houston)

Hosted by Donna Franklin and DJ Chilly Bill Smith of KTSU 90.9FM

• 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM: DJ Chilly Bill Smith
• 5:00 PM – 5:45 PM: S. Dott Line Dance performance
• 5:45 PM – 6:00 PM: DJ Chilly Bill Smith
• 6:00 PM – 6:50 PM: Phil Wade (R&B) live band performance
• 6:50 PM – 7:15 PM: DJ Chilly Bill Smith
• 7:15 PM – 8:45 PM: Headliner performance by E.U. (GoGo legends)

Vibe Lounge

Hosted by The Vibe’s Jessi and J. Xavier

• 4:00 PM: DJ Kardiac brings the energy
• 5:00 PM: Marium Echo performance
• 6:00 PM: DJ Kardiac
• 6:30 PM: KTSU Sports Talk Live Podcast with Devan Wade and Friends
• 7:30 PM: DJ Kardiac
• 8:00 PM: Marium Echo returns for a final set
• 9:00 PM: Festival close-out

Health and Wellness Stage

Group fitness instruction provided by Gretchen aka “Coach Gee”, Sade Parker, and Wilmeika Powells.

• 4:00 PM – 4:15 PM: Warmup
• 4:15 PM – 4:45 PM: Aging in Motion
• 5:00 PM – 5:30 PM: Zumba Dance Cardio
• 5:45 PM – 6:15 PM: Hip Hop Aerobics
• 6:15 PM – 6:45 PM: Line Dance Fitness
• 6:45 PM – 7:00 PM: Cool Down

Parking and Transportation

Guests coming to performances can find garage parking in the Avenida North and Avenida South parking garages, located at each end of the George R. Brown Convention Center More information on rates and transportation can be found here. 

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