2026 Milwaukee Juneteenth Summer Cultural Music Series

Hosted by Northcott Neighborhood House

Join family, friends, and neighbors for an unforgettable summer of music, culture, and community at the 2026 Milwaukee Juneteenth Summer Cultural Music Series.

Held every Saturday afternoon at Clinton Rose Park, this free outdoor concert series celebrates the rich traditions, artistry, and cultural contributions of the African diaspora through live performances, spoken word, and community fellowship.

Event Details

Dates: Saturdays throughout the summer concert season

Time: 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Location: Clinton Rose Park, 3045 N. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Admission: Free and open to the public

2026 Concert Schedule

• Saturday, June 20, 2026 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Opening Celebration Concert
  

• Saturday, June 27, 2026

  2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
  

• Saturday, July 11, 2026

  2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

  
  

• Saturday, July 18, 2026 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
  

• Saturday, July 25, 2026 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
  

• Saturday, August 1, 2026 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
  

• Saturday, August 8, 2026 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
  

• Saturday, August 15, 2026 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
  

• Saturday, August 22, 2026 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

  Series Finale

Experience:

• Live performances by local, national, and international artists

• Jazz, blues, R&B, gospel, soul, Afrobeat, reggae, and world music

• Spoken word and poetry performances

• Family-friendly activities

• Community engagement and cultural celebrations

• Food vendors and local entrepreneurs

The series continues the longstanding Juneteenth tradition of celebrating freedom, resilience, and community while honoring the theme:

"Celebrate the Culture of Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow."

Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, family, and friends and enjoy an afternoon of music and fellowship in one of Milwaukee's most beloved community gathering spaces.

For additional information and artist announcements, visit the official Juneteenth Milwaukee website hosted by Northcott Neighborhood House.