Community Events

Monday marks the Juneteenth holiday — a date commemorating the fall of slavery in the United States. While it's a new federal holiday, it's been celebrated since the 1860s.

West Philadelphia served as a backdrop for the love and connections made at the Juneteenth Parade and Festival on Sunday.

Thousands of pilgrims and tourists in the square exploded in applause when he came to the window.

Located in Cheltenham, it was one of the top training centers for Black Union Army volunteers in free territories.

Juneteenth of 1865 is the celebration of freedom and empowerment; but, for Delaware, it is more than simply a celebration — it is about re-educating one another.

“Juneteenth - Celebrating Literary and Artistic Freedom” looks to the legacy of Black literacy.

Wednesday’s event at Camden FireWorks came at the intersection of Pride Month and Juneteenth, tapping into the region’s vibrant culture through art.

June 15 -19: Juneteenth celebrations, “I Hate Hamlet” in N.J., and Keb’ ‘Mo in Delaware are among the weekend’s highlights.

Wilmington's Little Italy is celebrating almost 50 years of honoring Italian heritage and culture.

With boutique cakes or humanely raised lizards, these spots turn rainbow capitalism into a way to support the community.

WHYY’s N.I.C.E initiative organized an event to celebrate Black men in media, unpack harmful tropes, and inspire young artists.

Delaware's 26th annual Pride Festival hopes to draw more attendees than last year with a safe space for the LGBTQ community and allies.

June 8-11: Odunde in Pa., Shania Twain in N.J., and Morris Day and The Time in Del. are among the weekend’s highlights.

The event’s proceeds go to the HEADstrong Foundation, which is a local nonprofit, supporting families dealing with a cancer diagnosis.

Thousands marched down Walnut Street in Philadelphia’s Gayborhood for Philly Pride 365, connecting generations in the fight for LGBTQ+ rights.