THE LARGEST CHICAGO SOUTHLAND
JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION

2025 PARADE APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE HERE!

PARADE
DAY

THURSDAY, JUNE 19 | 10:00AM

BLOCK
PARTY

THURSDAY, JUNE 19 | 11:00AM - 2:00PM

A FEW WORDS ABOUT US

The Juneteenth Parade & Block Party organized by You Matter 2 is a celebration of African American culture as expressed through food, music, dance, and arts. Our mission is to provide an environment that celebrates and showcases the uniqueness, power, and endurance of African Americans.

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2023 Juneteenth Royal Court

Samuel Wingba | London Sanders

Mini Mr. & Miss Homewood-Flossmoor Juneteenth

Aidan Stephens | Nia Davis

Little Mr. & Miss Homewood-Flossmoor Juneteenth

Jayla Taylor

Junior Miss Homewood-Flossmoor Juneteenth

Angelique Smith

Miss Homewood-Flossmoor Juneteenth

 

Important Dates

Monday, April 14th:
Parade, Sponsor & Volunteer Applications Open

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Opportunities

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