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Juneteenth 2023
June 17, 2023 at 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Juneteenth celebrates enforcement of the Emancipation Proclamation reaching the westernmost Confederate state of Texas. The Proclamation went into effect in 1863, but this news was purposefully withheld from enslaved people until the arrival of Union troops in Galveston Bay, Texas on June 19, 1865. Juneteenth marks our country’s second independence day.
First flown in 2000, the Juneteenth flag was designed by Ben Haith, founder of the National Juneteenth Celebration.
Learn more about Juneteenth’s history and traditions.
Juneteenth Celebration
Saturday, June 17, 2023 at Dorey Park
Join Henrico Recreation & Parks for a vendor fair, kids zone, food trucks, and entertainment. FREE and open to the public!
*Event Notes*
- Fireworks begin at 9:45pm
- You must be IN the park prior to 9:30pm to watch the fireworks (You’ll want to be there for the evening entertainment anyways!)
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Event Timeline
4:00 PM – Gates Open
4:00-8:00 PM – Vendor Fair & Kids’ Zone
4:00-10:00 PM – Entertainment
9:45 PM – Fireworks Finale
Stage Performances
(Subject to change)
4:00 PM – Drumline & Community Groups
4:30 PM – Henrico County Welcome
4:40 PM – Drumline & Akoma de Gado
5:30 PM – Bak N Da Day
7:00 PM – Libation by Desiree Roots
8:00 PM – Mighty Joshua
9:45 PM – Fireworks Finale
Emcees
We’re excited to welcome Joi Fultz and Luke Porter from CBS6 as the 2023 Juneteenth emcees!
Activities & Displays
- Community Art Project – Interactive painting mural
- Department of Defense – Joint Base Andrews
- United States Department of Agriculture
- Face Painting – by Creative Faces by Stephanie
- John Deere Barrel Train Rides
- “The Eliminator” Inflatable
- Obstacle Course Inflatables
- Bouncy Houses
- Large Inflatable Slides
- Interactive Football and Basketball Inflatables Games/Challenges
Event Vendors
Concessions
| MEAL VENDORS | |
| Boka Tako | Asian fusion tacos |
| Chick-fil-A | Chicken sandwiches |
| Jamaica JamRock Kitchen | Oxtail, curry goat, and other Jamaican cuisine |
| Mayfield’s Concessionaire | Fish, chicken, gyros, sausage, steak subs, and more |
| Mobile Yum Yum | Caribbean soul food with vegan options |
| The Original Ronnie’s BBQ | BBQ – Sandwiches, Fish |
| RVA Street Foodies | street tacos, lemonade |
| Sandtopia | Phillys, wings, fish, falafel, and more |
| Superbowlz | Cheesesteak, wings, burgers, and fries |
| Trini 1 Stop | Caribbean/Trinidad food |
| DESSERTS/REFRESHMENTS VENDORS | |
| American Fruity Smoothies | Smoothies, funnel cakes, fried oreos |
| Dwater Ice D’Lights | Italian ice and gelato |
| Enjoy Ice Cream | Prepackaged ice cream |
| Fruit Bowl | Fresh fruit and smoothie bowls |
| Sweet Temptations | Baked goods and icees |
What To Bring
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Ok!
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Not Ok!
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| Outside Food/Drink | Alcohol |
| Blankets/Chairs | Tents/Large Umbrellas |
| Water | Large coolers |
| Sunscreen | Grills/Tailgating |
| Comfortable Shoes | Drones |
Public Health Reminder: Bring plenty of water and sunscreen! The CDC recommends sunscreen regardless of age or skin tone.
Getting There
Henrico County Staff will be directing traffic in and out of the event. Please note: there are two entrances into the park.
Once parked, guests will be walking to the event area along designated paths.
We recommend guests take 295. Directions:
- Take Exit 22 (Varina)
- Turn right onto Doran Road
- Turn left onto Darbytown Road and follow the direction of Henrico Police
- Turn left into Dorey Park
Once in the park, please stay on pedestrian pathways and avoid walking on roadways.
At the conclusion of the event, please plan extra time to leave Dorey Park. Although Henrico County Staff will be assisting with traffic, there will be a lot of vehicles on the property.
Accessibility & ASL Interpreters
Accessible parking spaces will be available to those with a disabled license plate or placard. Spots are limited, and we may be using a golf cart shuttle service to transport guests from reserved handicap parking to the event area. From handicap parking, guests will need to walk up to 0.1 mile into the event viewing space. Accessible restrooms will be open.
We are pleased to offer ASL interpretation at Juneteenth! Look for designated seating areas located near the stage.