The Palm Springs community is invited to take part in a series of events, June 19-21, to commemorate Juneteenth National Independence Day, a time to reflect, rejoice, and come together in unity and celebration.

Schedule:

Annual Kings & Queens Pageant: 30+ Year Tradition – Kings & Queens Pageant

WHERE: James O. Jessie Desert Highland Unity Center, 480 W. Tramview Road
For more information, call (760) 323-8271
Time: 5:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Join us for a cherished tradition that has uplifted our youth and honored excellence in our community for over three decades. Celebrate the crowning of our 2025 Kings and Queens in a heartwarming evening of pride and pageantry.

Concert in the Park

WHERE: Downtown Park, Museum Way and Belardo Road
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Unwind after the pageant with a soulful night under the stars featuring a Tribute to Kool & the Gang in the heart of downtown.

For more information contact: palmspringsblackhistory.org, (760) 416-5716

Let’s honor the past and celebrate our future—together. We can’t wait to see you there!