“Everyone’s Invited to the Cookout!”
Friday, June 19, 2026 from 6 to 9 p.m.
Food Trucks and Music from JDitto Starting at 5p.m.
Join us at the Hinson Amphitheater in June for a memorable celebration of Juneteenth! An estimated 1,500 attendees joined us in 2025. We’re hoping for even more in 2026!
A Day of Music, Culture & Community
Here’s what to expect!
- 5:00 p.m. Food trucks and music from JDitto
- 6:00 p.m. Gates open
- 6:15 p.m. Proclamation
- 6:25 p.m. McKayla Almon “Lift Every Voice and Sing”
- 6:30 p.m. Stride
- 6:55 p.m. Dr. Anthony Hendrix
- 7:10 p.m. JDitto
- 7:30 p.m. Church of Christ at Genessee Avenue Gospel Choir
- 7:45 p.m. Jelani Performers
- 8:15 p.m. GOREE Drum and Dance
- 8:45 p.m. JDitto
The 2026 Juneteenth event will bring another incredible lineup of vendors, artists, and performers, creating a vibrant celebration of culture and community. After the reading of the annual City Council Juneteenth Proclamation, Stride Nation will prove that roller skating is alive and well in Central Ohio while JDitto spins a dynamic mix of tunes throughout the event. Dance and music fans will enjoy performances by the Jelani Performers, traditional West African group GOREE, and the Church of Christ at Genessee Avenue Gospel Choir.
New this year – a portable roller rink will be available from 6 to 9 p.m.
Dr. Anthony Hendrix will return to share powerful spoken word, and recent New Albany High School graduate, McKayla Almon, will present a heartfelt rendition of “Lift Every Voice and Sing.”
Attendees will once again have the chance to explore local vendors, food trucks, children’s crafts & activities, a face painter, balloon twister, and airbrush tattoo artist.
Food Trucks Available Starting at 5 p.m.
- 3DX
- Burger N Smile
- Donna’s Delicious Dozen
- Drunk Food
- Family Affair Catering
- FoodSoul Cuisine
- Marlow’s Cheesesteak & Water Ice Shoppe
- Soul Food Fix
- Suge’s Smokehouse BBQ
Fri, Jun 19 • 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Vegan
Italian
Pizza
BBQ
American