Juneteenth is on Thursday, June 19, 2025. Many events are occurring throughout Nashville and neighboring towns in celebration of this holiday—the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States. Here is Nashville Guru’s guide to Juneteenth in Music City.

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Juneteenth in Nashville Guide

Black Music Month at the National Museum of African American Music (NMAAM)

• When: Sunday through Monday, June 1-30, 2025
• Where: National Museum of African American Music
• What: Month-long celebration of Black music
• Price: Prices vary

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Juneteenth Restaurant Week

• When: Thursday through Sunday, June 12-22, 2025
• Where: A variety of restaurants throughout Nashville
• What: Celebrate diversity and uplift amazing establishments that make the Nashville food scene extraordinary—participating restaurants include Slim + Husky’s Pizza, Bungalow 10, Germantown Pub, and many more
• Price: FREE admission

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Juneteenth Freedom Day Ride

• When: Saturday, June 14, 2025 | 7:00am to noon
• Where: Frankie Pierce Park
• What: This bike ride will have a 25-mile self-guided marked route and a 10-mile group/family ride led by the Music City Dope Peddlers—expect snacks, water, giveaways, and raffles
• Price: $35

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Black on Buchanan Juneteenth Festival

• When: Saturday, June 14, 2025 | 3:00pm to 8:00pm
• Where: North Nashville (taking place along Buchanan Street)
• What: This annual event, hosted by The Equity Alliance, will celebrate Black excellence and freedom with live music, performances, and a vendor village with small businesses
• Price: FREE admission

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Music City Freedom Fest

• When: Saturday and Sunday, June 14-15, 2025
• Where: Hadley Park
• What: Celebration of culture and community—expect local food trucks, vendors, live bands, DJs, and family-friendly fun
• Price: FREE admission

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Juneteenth Drink Specials at Germantown Pub

• When: Monday through Sunday, June 16-22, 2025
• Where: Germantown Pub
• What: Cocktail specials available all week long in honor of Juneteenth
• Price: Prices vary

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Music City Juneteenth Freedom Day 5K Run/Walk

• When: Thursday, June 19, 2025 | 7:15am to 9:00am
• Where: Shelby Bottoms Greenway
• What: 5K run/walk
• Price: $38.10+

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Juneteenth Community Day

• When: Thursday, June 19, 2025 | 10:00am to 5:00pm
• Where: National Museum of African American Music
• What: Celebrate the holiday with a community day at the National Museum of African American Music
• Price: FREE admission

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Juneteenth615

• When: Thursday, June 19, 2025 | 5:00pm to 9:45pm
• Where: Fort Negley Park
• What: This celebration will include music, food trucks, fireworks, African drummers, live performances, a Proclamation Ceremony, an appearance from the Mayor of Nashville, and more
• Price: FREE admission

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A Cocktail & A Story: Soulful Spirits

• When: Thursday, June 19, 2025 | 7:00pm to 10:00pm
• Where: Grandpa Bar
• What: Speakeasy-style Juneteenth pop-up blending Afro-Caribbean cocktails, live music, and immersive storytelling
• Price: $20-$75

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Juneteenth MF Art of Listening

• When: Thursday, June 19, 2025 | 9:00pm to 11:15pm
• Where: Rudy’s Jazz Room
• What: MF Art Of Listening features musicians creating a musical conversation on the spot. Guests can expect to hear from Chester Thompson, Tyronn Hamilton, and Walter ‘Hinkie’ Hamilton
• Price: $15+

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Juneteenth Celebration

• When: Thursday, June 19, 2025
• Where: Tennessee State Museum
• What: Variety of events throughout the day, including musical guests, tours of the galleries, and speakers
• Price: FREE admission

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Cocktails of Humble Barron

• When: Thursday, June 19, 2025 | begins at 6:00pm
• Where: Liquor Lab
• What: Interactive cocktail-making class with Nearest Green Distillery
• Price: $65

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Cocktails & Canvas: Juneteenth Edition

• When: Saturday, June 21, 2025 | 6:00pm to 9:00pm
• Where: The Corner Wedgewood
• What: One-of-a-kind paint-and-sip experience honoring freedom and Black joy
• Price: $40

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Nashville Black Music Month Kickback

• When: Saturday, June 21, 2025 | 1:00pm to 6:00pm
• Where: Nelson’s Green Brier Distillery
• What: Kick off Black Music Month with a night of local musicians, DJ sets, whiskey tastings, and good vibes
• Price: $15+

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