Photo essay: Philadelphia’s Juneteenth Parade and Festival highlights ‘Black excellence’ and ‘a celebration of our freedom’

"Here in Media, this is our county seat. This is the best Veterans Day parade in the region," said Delaware County District Attorney Jack Stollsteimer.

“Bringing people together through arts and cultural practices is as old as humanity,” organizer Jennifer Turnbull said.

The flag raising kicks off a series of Philly events leading up to the big Juneteenth parade and festival on June 16.