The City of Tukwila welcomes the community to come together for its Sixth Annual Juneteenth Commemoration.
This year’s theme is Black Joy as Resilience.
This free outdoor event will be held at the Sullivan Center at Tukwila Village, 14350 Tukwila International Boulevard, on Friday, June 19, 2026 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Complimentary food will be prepared by Kayla’s Kookin. The food and commemorative gifts are sponsored by Public Health – Seattle and King County.
Schedule of the Day’s Event:
11 a.m. Welcome – King County Councilmember Rhonda Lewis
11:15 a.m. Presentation of the Black National Anthem, Jayza Duhon
11:30 a.m. Presentation of Artwork
11:40 a.m. Performance by Daughters of Royalty Drill Team
12 p.m. Keynote Speaker
12:20 p.m. Choir Performance
12:40 p.m. The Throwbacks
1 p.m. Line Dancing – Toni Bailey
History of Juneteenth Recognition in Tukwila
In 2020, Tukwila’s City Council adopted Resolution 1992, declaring that Juneteenth will be recognized annually in our community. The event celebrates emancipation and is an opportunity to honor African Americans through continued learning and understanding of the impacts of slavery and resiliency.