JUNETEENTH EVENTS AROUND COBB COUNTY

Celebrate Freedom Day, June 19, a day that honors freedom, resilience, and the ongoing journey toward equality. Reflect on history, embrace cultural heritage and come together as a community.

Marietta
Juneteenth Weekend Celebration organized by Cobb County NAACP Chapter
• Friday, June 13 - All White Block Party, 6 - 11 p.m., Marietta Square
• Saturday, June 14 - Cultural Festival, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m., Marietta Square
• Sunday, June 15 - Salute to Our Heroes/Father's Day, 2 - 6 p.m., Marietta Square

Marietta History Center - Tuesday, June 17 - Black History Walking Tour through the Marietta City Cemetery, 6 p.m. rain or shine. 

Cobb County Senior Centers

Tuesday, June 10 - West Cobb explorers, experience an unforgettable guided tour through the historic Marietta City Cemetery. This tour will honor the rich history and contributions of African Americans in our community, providing an insightful and reflective journey through the lives and stories of those who came before us. Lunch and shopping will be on your own at the Marietta Square. Seniors 55+

Matilda's Garden Dedication - June 14, 10 a.m.
You're invited to the Dedication for Matilda's Garden, at the Silver Comet Trail - Concord Road entrance in Smyrna.

What is Matilda's Garden?
Matilda Ruff's former home stood just across Concord Road from this reflective garden. In 2024, inspired by author Toni Morrison, a bench was erected there as a symbol for remembrance and also to recognize Matilda Ruff’s family, Calvin, Zieda, and Rhoda, and the 3,819 enslaved individuals recorded in Cobb County’s 1860 slave schedule.

The event highlights Matilda’s Garden and the Bench by the Road Project as part of the ongoing efforts by the Friends of the Concord Covered Bridge Historic District to preserve and elevate African American history within Cobb County’s first historic district. 
Read more and RSVP for the event here.

Monday, June 16 - Slavery and the Southern Railroad, 1 - 2 p.m. at North Cobb Senior Center. Learn from a railroad historian how the railroad companies in the South were the first to build railroads, and how they heavily relied on enslaved labor to not only build, but also operate one of the most extensive railroad networks in the world. Seniors 55+

Monday, June 16 - Seniors 55+, A Taste of Juneteenth #46579 at North Cobb Senior Center, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. A local food historian, Clarissa Clifton, will give an informational presentation and cooking demonstration on the foods eaten by newly freed slaves.

Monday, June 16 - A Juneteenth Documentary and Discussion - Seniors 55+ Join us for a special screening and thoughtful discussion in honor of Juneteenth. Following the film, we’ll open the floor for conversation—sharing stories, reflections, and insights together.  1 - 2 p.m. at Freeman Poole Senior Center

Tuesday, June 17 - Juneteenth Poetry and Readings, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. at North Cobb Senior Center - Learn about Juneteenth through the senses, as a representative from Acworth Cultural Arts Center share poetry readings and music. Seniors 55+

Tuesday, June 17 - Acworth History During Juneteenth, 1 - 2 p.m. at North Cobb Senior Center. Listen to North Cobb senior and local historian, Beverly Patton, as she discusses the history of Acworth at the end of slavery. Seniors 55+

Juneteenth holiday - June 19, Cobb County Government offices are closed in observance of the holiday. Enjoy a day of freedom!
See Juneteenth events below

Smyrna
Juneteenth 2025, 5 - 10 p.m. Thursday, June 19, at Village Green Park. Music, refreshments, arts & crafts, inflatables, games and more.  Grab your front row seat to the inaugural Smyrna Juneteenth Celebration. There are a limited number of VIP tables.  

Austell
Austell Midnight Train, 7 p.m. Friday, June 20, at the Threadmill Complex, 5000 Austell Powder Springs Rd, Austell. This night of music, poetry and vendors of all things beautiful will be another one to remember. Dress to impress.

Acworth
Saturday, June 21 - Junteenth Concert on the Green, 5 - 10 p.m. at Logan Farm Park. Live music by Bogey and the Viceroy from 7 - 9 p.m. Bring blankets and folding chairs to join for this celebration of freedom and community.

Kennesaw  
Police Citizens Advisory Board hosts One Community, a Juneteenth Celebration of Unity, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Saturday, June 14 at Swift-Cantrell Park, 3140 Old 41 highway. Family fun, music, food, vendors, games, bouncies. Free.

Powder Springs
Saturday, June 21 - Juneteenth Celebration at Thurman Springs Park, 3 - 6 p.m. - An event for the entire community to celebrate in unity. Splash pad for the children, youth performances, storytelling, food and artisan vendors, African Attoungblan Dance and Drumming Ensemble, choir, line dancing, live band and our centerpiece of the event The Unity In HIStory Tent. Also featuring a Car, Motorcycle and Truck Show. Presented by the non-profit Unity In HIStory Outreach Foundation, Inc .