Freedom and resilience. Those are the themes of this year's Aurora Juneteenth Celebration. Omar Montgomery, President of the Rocky Mountain State Conference NAACP, shares a special message about the event. Click the video above to hear it.
This year's Juneteenth celebration takes place Saturday, June 20, from 1 to 6 p.m. at Restoration Christian Fellowship, and everyone is welcome. There'll be a health fair, kids' activities, entertainment, music and more. The event is hosted by the Aurora branch of the NAACP, the Rocky Mountain State Conference NAACP, the city of Aurora and many other community organizations.
The event will also include a tour of Kings Crossing Village, a new affordable housing community next door to Restoration.
Juneteenth commemorates June 19, 1865, the day when enslaved African Americans in Texas finally learned of their freedom - more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was issued.
A Community Day of Service, Celebration, and Opportunity
Saturday, June 20, 2026
1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Restoration Christian Fellowship
Aurora, Colorado
The Aurora Branch NAACP, Rocky Mountain State Conference NAACP (Colorado, Montana, and Wyoming), Restoration Christian Fellowship, the City of Aurora, and numerous community partners are proud to present Juneteenth 2026: Freedom & Resilience.
Juneteenth commemorates June 19, 1865, the day enslaved African Americans in Texas finally learned of their freedom—more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was issued. Today, Juneteenth serves as both a celebration of freedom and a reminder of the ongoing work required to build equitable, thriving communities.
This year's event embraces the national Juneteenth theme of Freedom & Resilience and will focus on service, community engagement, health and wellness, economic opportunity, housing, and family-centered activities. The celebration is designed to bring together residents, community organizations, businesses, faith leaders, elected officials, and public agencies in a shared commitment to strengthening Aurora and supporting its residents.
Event Highlights
- Community Health Fair
- Clothing Distribution
- Hygiene Kit Giveaway
- Food Distribution
- Local Vendors and Community Resources
- Youth Activities
- Aurora Police Department Video Game Van
- Live Music and Cultural Performances
- Faith-Based Presentations
- Affordable Housing Tours at King Crossing Village
- Opportunities to Connect with Community Leaders and Elected Officials
One of the featured components of this year's celebration will be guided tours of King Crossing Village, a new affordable housing development that represents the ongoing investment and commitment to creating housing opportunities for families in Aurora.
This event demonstrates what is possible when community organizations, faith institutions, local government, businesses, and residents work together to serve others and create opportunities for all.
Event Agenda
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Vendor and Event Setup
12:00 PM – 5:30 PM
DJ and Community Activities
1:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Vendor Marketplace, Resource Fair, Food Distribution, Youth Activities, and Community Engagement
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
King Crossing Village Housing Tours
2:00 PM – 3:15 PM
First Live Musical Performance
(RCF Café Area)
2:45 PM – 3:00 PM
Opening Ceremony and Community Remarks
Welcome and Recognition of Partners
- Aurora Branch NAACP
- Rocky Mountain State Conference NAACP
- Restoration Christian Fellowship
- City of Aurora
- Community Partners and Sponsors
- Elected Officials
3:15 PM – 5:00 PM
Second Live Musical Performance
(RCF Café Area)
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Cultural and Faith-Based Performances
5:30 PM
Closing
Our Purpose
Juneteenth 2026 is more than a celebration—it is a call to service. Through partnerships, volunteerism, health resources, housing opportunities, and community engagement, we aim to honor the legacy of those who came before us while investing in a brighter future for generations to come.
Together, we celebrate freedom, strengthen resilience, and build community.
For additional information, partnership opportunities, or volunteer opportunities, please contact the event organizers.
