FAQ

As a country we are still looking for ways that together we can celebrate and advance freedom for all. Giving our histories, our dreams and joy to one another is a wonderful expression of freedoms we might create.

Sign up for the newsletter to stay informed and receive event registration links. You’ll receive occasional emails announcing new festival developments and opportunities to get involved. Keep an eye on the Events page. Registration links will appear on events as they are finalized.

Hosting means that you are holding an event that invites people to explore and celebrate what freedom and independence feels/looks/taste like to you. What’s something you’ve wanted to explore or share with others? Choose a date, a time and an activity that you want to offer during the 15-day festival. Then either Contact Us or go to the Host Events page and create a host account. We’ll follow up to support your participation in the Freedom Festival.

The deadline for posting your event on the website is June 3rd. However, we would like to know that you intend to host an event by May 20th.

Opal Lee envisioned Juneteenth as a holiday for everyone. Her unwavering drive made Juneteenth a nationally recognized holiday in the United States. Read more about her life in this interview on Oprah Daily.

We’re excited to say that there are millions of ways to contribute. You can donate to support the festival. You can bring your business, workshop, art and products to the conversation. Contact us via our form and say you’re interested and we’ll get back to you and help you create your offering.

People are choosing to give to our country’s celebration. improvscience is leading the festival, and many people and organizations are hosting free events from their home locations and donating time and resources to celebrate locally and globally with any and all who can attend.