Celebrating Freedom
Saturday, June 14; 7 – 10 pm
This Juneteenth at Discovery Green we’re celebrating freedom with a look at the music and history of Black culture.
A Houston connection:
Houston’s Grammy award winning children’s music artist Uncle Jumbo, will be performing. Uncle Jumbo’s song and dance-a-long performances focus on joy, connection, kindness and wellbeing.
Bank of America’s Screen on the Green:
Then, enjoy a special Bank of America’s Screen on the Green viewing of Summer of Soul a Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson’s documentary highlighting The Harlem Cultural Festival of 1969. The film created from never seen and largely forgotten footage shows the impact the six-week festival had on Black history, music, fashion and culture. The movie “stands as a testament to the healing power of music during times of unrest, both past and present.”
Juneteenth Culture Fest at Avenida Houston and Discovery Green
June 14 & 15; 4 – 9 pm
The spirit of Juneteenth comes alive with music, dance, culture, and community. Juneteenth Culture Fest 2025 is set for Saturday, June 14 and Sunday, June 15, bringing two days of vibrant performances, local vendors, live podcasts, and much more in honor of one of the most important dates in American history.
Location: Avenida Houston
Saturday, June 14; 4 – 9 pm
Culture Stage: Hosted by KTSU 90.9FM’s Donna Franklin and Taylor Getwood.
4:00 PM – 4:25 PM: DJ Chilly Bill Smith spins classic KTSU vibes
4:30 PM – 6:30 PM: The Session featuring Isaiah Parks, Spud Howard, Patrice Dominique, Kirk Richmond, and Carvena
6:45 PM – 9:00 PM: The Culture Silent Party with DJ Supa Neil (The Choice) and DJ Lefty (The Vibe)
Vibe Lounge: Hosted by The Vibe’s Jessi and J. Xavier
4:00 PM – 5:15 PM: DJ Kardiac playing clean, upbeat hits
5:15 PM – 6:15 PM: KTSU Impact Houston Live Podcast
6:15 PM – 6:30 PM: DJ Kardiac returns
6:30 PM – 7:15 PM: Ki’ora Michelle live performance
7:15 PM – 8:00 PM: DJ Kardiac
8:00 PM – 9:00 PM: Ki’ora Michelle performance (Encore)
Vendor Market
Explore a wide variety of local vendors offering handmade goods, cultural merchandise, art, fashion, and cuisine.
Sunday, June 15; 4 – 9 pm
Special Father’s Day Edition
Locations: Discovery Green and Avenida Houston
Freedom Stage (Discovery Green’s Anheuser-Busch stage): Hosted by KTSU The Vibe’s Funky Larry Jones and KC.
4:00 PM – 4:15 PM: House Music set by The Vibe
4:15 PM – 5:00 PM: Live performance by Shonnie Murrell
5:00 PM – 5:20 PM: DJ Michele McKnight
5:30 PM – 6:30 PM: The C.I.T.Y. Band live performance
6:30 PM – 7:00 PM: DJ Michele McKnight returns
Culture Stage (Avenida Houston): Hosted by Donna Franklin and DJ Chilly Bill Smith of KTSU 90.9FM
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM: DJ Chilly Bill Smith
5:00 PM – 5:45 PM: S. Dott Line Dance performance
5:45 PM – 6:00 PM: DJ Chilly Bill Smith
6:00 PM – 6:50 PM: Phil Wade (R&B) live band performance
6:50 PM – 7:15 PM: DJ Chilly Bill Smith
7:15 PM – 8:45 PM: Headliner performance by E.U. (GoGo legends)
Vibe Lounge: Hosted by The Vibe’s Jessi and J. Xavier
4:00 PM: DJ Kardiac brings the energy
5:00 PM: Marium Echo performance
6:00 PM: DJ Kardiac
6:30 PM: KTSU Sports Talk Live Podcast with Devan Wade and Friends
7:30 PM: DJ Kardiac
8:00 PM: Marium Echo returns for a final set
9:00 PM: Festival close-out
