City of Jacksonville celebrating Emancipation Day with family event in James Weldon Johnson Park

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Councilwoman Ju’Coby Pittman, the Ritz Theater & Museum and the City of Jacksonville will host the Bold City’s 4th annual Jacksonville Emancipation Celebration on May 19 at James Weldon Johnson Park.

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The city said the event is meant to educate the community about the historical significance of Florida’s observed Emancipation Day.

Headlining this year’s festival will be Katz Downstairs, a Soul & R&B Vibe from Jacksonville and other local performers include Mr. Al Pete, Taryn “Love Reigns” Warwood and Mal Jones.

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In addition, Jacksonville’s Emancipation Celebration will feature local African American food trucks and vendors and fun activities for the kids. The festival will begin at 4 p.m. and close out at 8 p.m. at James Weldon Johnson Park.

Councilman Rahman Johnson will host the event.

The city asks that participants RSVP ahead of time to stay updated on event details.

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