Seattle Juneteenth: A Decade of Impact Celebrated Downtown

Freedom, Culture & an HBCU Homecoming-Style Vibe

This summer, the heart of Seattle turns into The Yard—an open-air campus green where music bumps, entrepreneurs thrive and families gather to honor Black economic freedom. PACE & The Union are throwing a Juneteenth festival that blends the electric energy of an HBCU homecoming with an urban block party, all in the plaza outside The Union on Second Ave.

General admission to Thursday’s Block Party is free; Reserve yours at SeattleJuneteenth.com.

A Double Anniversary Year

Juneteenth 2025 is extra special—PACE celebrates ten years of building Black capacity, while The Union marks seven years as downtown’s creative nerve-center. Expect sneak peeks of The Union’s upcoming Artist & Maker Lab and a capital campaign that connects Seattle to the African diaspora.

How to Get Involved

• Volunteer: From stagehands to kids-zone coaches, your talents keep the celebration humming.

• Vend: Showcase your products in the Melanin Marketplace and reach thousands of conscious consumers.

• Sponsor: Align your brand with Black economic freedom and creative excellence.

Applications and info live now under the VENDORS and VOLUNTEER tabs on the event site.

Voices From the Yard

“We built The Union so Black creatives and entrepreneurs didn’t have to beg for a seat at the table—they could build their own.” Arif Gursel, Founder, PACE & The Union

“Seattle’s Juneteenth CommUnity Celebration embodies the inclusive, innovative spirit we champion.”
— Jade Solomon Curtis, COO, PACE & Artistic Director, SoloMagic

Quick FAQ

Where exactly is The Yard?
1201 Third Plaza—east side of 2nd Ave between Seneca & University. GPS: 1200 2nd Ave, 98101.

Is Thursday’s Block Party really free?
Absolutely. Come for an hour or the whole day—just register online so we can plan for you and enter you into the raffle to win great prizes all day.

Rain plan?
We’re in Seattle—layers are life! Most activations are covered; extreme weather updates will post on social channels and the event site.

See You Downtown!

RSVP, tell a friend, and get ready to celebrate freedom, community and the next decade of Black brilliance. Follow @SeattleJuneteenth for countdown content and behind-the-scenes drops.

Media & Partnership Contacts
PACE Press — press@seattlejuneteenth.com · 206-551-0964