Juneteenth
Join the City of Redwood City in celebrating Juneteenth through a variety of special programs throughout the month of June. A special Visual Arts Display will explore artwork created by artists from the local Bay Area, and across America. Displays will be hosted at the Downtown Library, the Redwood Shores Branch Library, the Stanford Campus in Redwood City and online during the month of June. The San Mateo Historical Association will also host a special Juneteenth Art Exhibit focused on the art of local San Mateo County artists. The exhibit will be available in the San Mateo County History Museum Rotunda Mid-May through Mid-July. Also visit the library for a selection of materials on Juneteenth.
UPCOMING REDWOOD CITY EVENTS
Art Exhibits
Explore the art of local Bay Area artists and across America
- May 15, 2025 - July 20, 2025: Reflections of the Great Migration, Art exhibit featuring local San Mateo County artists, San Mateo County History Museum - 2200 Broadway, Redwood City
Admission: $6 - Adults, $4 - Seniors/Students
- June 2025: Juneteenth Art Exhibit, Tapestry of Voices, Art exhibit of Black artist from across the US, Downtown Library & Redwood Shores Branch Library
- Online Art Exhibit, Unable to see the exhibit in person, view it here.
- Exhibit Opening Event: 6/11 @ 4pm, Meet and discuss the art with the artists, at San Mateo County History Museum - 455 County Center, Redwood City
Library Storytimes
Throughout the month of June join the Library to celebrate Juneteenth at our storytimes which will feature stories on the themes of liberation, community, triumph, joy and freedom
Mt. Zion Baptist Church Services
Pastor Fred Campbell extends an invitation to the community to visit and attend Sunday church services.
Mt. Zion Baptist Church - 134 Hemlock Avenue, Redwood City
- Sundays @ 10:00am English service with Spanish translation available
- Sundays @ 12:00pm Spanish service
Juneteenth Cooking Demo with Award Winning Stanford Chef
Stanford Chef Terry Brags will a variety of delectable dishes deeply rooted in the Black culinary tradition.
Due to illness, this program is cancelled. We hope to reschedule at a later date.
- CANCELLED-Wednesday, June 5 @ 6:30pm, Downtown Library Family Place
Celebrating Juneteenth, a Historical Perspective and Conversation with Lois Fried
Lois Fried, a poet based in Foster City, will discuss the impact of African American history and culture on America. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in a mini poetry workshop and create their own historical poetry piece.
- Tuesday, June 10 @ 6:30pm, Downtown Library Community Room
San Mateo County Juneteenth Flag Raising
Please join Supervisor Gauthier, the County of San Mateo Juneteenth Advisory Committee, and NAACP San Mateo to raise the Juneteenth flag with guest speakers, music and more to celebrate and promote awareness of the holiday.
- Wednesday, June 11 @ 10am, County Courtyard - 455 County Center, Redwood City, CA
Adult Makers: Juneteenth Gee's Bend Quilts
Learn about the history of the Gee's Bend quilting tradition, and create a decorative mini quilt to take home.
- Wednesday, June 11 @ 3:30pm, Redwood Shores Branch Library
- Thursday, June 12 @ 10:30am, Downtown Library Makerspace
- Wednesday, June 25 @ 6:30pm, Downtown Library Makerspace
Juneteenth Poetry Night @ Canada College
The event has been cancelled due to low enrollment.
Join us for an open mic-night experience and hear poetry, spoken word and more from community members.Event offered in partnership with Canada College
- CANCELLED:Thursday, June 12 @ 6pm-8:30pm, Canada College Main Theater
- RSVP here
Celebrate Juneteenth at Movies on the Square
Experience the transformative power of courageous narratives on June 19 with a special evening featuring BraveMaker’s spotlight on Black independent filmmakers, followed by the inspiring feature film, Bob Marley: One Love.
- Thursday, June 19 @ Courthouse Square
- 8pm: BraveMaker Short Films
- 8:30pm: Feature Film, Bob Marley: One Love
All events brought to you by the 2025 Redwood City Juneteenth Planning Committee. This event series is sponsored in part by The Friends of the Redwood City Public Library.
COMMUNITY PARTNERS
Stanford University, Stanford IDEAL Committee, Domini Hoskins Black History Museum & Learning Center, African American Community Initiative Behavioral Health and Recovery Services, SMC Health Department's Office of Equity, San Mateo County, Canada College: promise Scholars Program, Umoja Program, TRIO Support Services, Bravemaker, San Mateo County Historical Association, Mt. Zion Baptist Church, East Palo Alto Community Archive, Sequoia High School.
ADDITIONAL JUNETEENTH EVENTS ON THE PENINSULA
Domini Hoskins Black History Museum & Learning Center
A museum offering a range of cultural artifacts, all designed to educate and inform communities about Black History. Open Tuesdays-Saturdays 12pm-6pm and Sundays 12pm-5pm. School tours by appointment only. Admission; $15-Adults, $10-Seniors Ages 65+, $5-Children ages 5-17, Free-Children Under 5 & Teachers accompanying students.
Location: 890 Jefferson Ave, Redwood City, CA
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City of San Bruno and City of Millbrae Juneteenth Celebration
Come enjoy music, crafts, and community! Lunch catered by the Hip Hop BBQ Shack, while supplies last.
Saturday, June 7: 11am-3pm
Location: San Bruno City Park, San Bruno, CA
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Belle Haven/Menlo Park Juneteenth Celebration
Join the City of Menlo Park's Juneteenth celebration at Kelly Park! Attendees will enjoy cultural entertainment, live music, food trucks local tribute, resources and vendors, activities for the family and a free basketball game (day of registration required.
Saturday, June 14: 12pm-3pm
Location: Kelly Park, 100 Terminal Ave, Menlo Park, CA
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SMPL Juneteenth Film Festival
The Juneteenth Film Festival is resented by the African American Library Advisory Committee of San Mateo Public Library. This year, the films will be shown on the third Monday of the month during the summer, from 6-8pm in the Oak Room at the San Mateo Main Library . Light refreshments will be served.
- Monday, June 16: The Forge (2024)
- Monday, July 21: Thunder Soul (2010)
- Monday, August 18: Mama (2024)
San Mateo County AACI 2025 Juneteenth Wellness Celebration
The African American Community Initiative (AACI) is hosting a 2025 Juneteenth Wellness Celebration! Building on the Promise of Freedom for ALL: Honoring the Past & Celebrating the Progress. Register here to attend.
Saturday, June 21: 12pm-5pm
Location: Eastside College Preparatory Academy - 1041 Myrtle Street, East Palo Alto, CA
East Palo Alto Juneteenth Festival
Celebrating Freedom -- Open to the Public. Come join us for: Food - Music - Culture. Presented by City of East Palo Alto and Live in Peace
Saturday, June 21: 11:30am-7pm
Location: Bell St Park - 550 Bell Street, East Palo Alto, CA
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Juneteenth Author Talk
Authors J.R. Rice (Broken Pencils) and Lee Forrester (SPEAK: A Guide to Unleashing Every Woman's Voice), will share their stories and books at an author talk in the Council Chambers. Immediately followed by a book signing and red velvet cupcakes by Sweet Dreams Bakery, Colma.
Thursday, June 26, 2025: 6:30pm
South San Francisco Library Parks & Recreation Center - 901 Civic Campus Way
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JUNETEENTH BOOKS