Santa Monica will mark Juneteenth with two events on June 19-20, including a new wellness gathering and the 34th annual celebration. - New Juneteenth Gathering on June 19 at Christine Emerson Reed Park features music, art, sound immersion, and a film screening.
- 34th Annual Juneteenth Celebration on June 20 at Virginia Avenue Park includes performances, workshops, and Black-owned businesses. - The events honor the history of Belmar, a displaced Black neighborhood, and the legacy of liberation.
- Mayor Caroline Torosis said the city expanded programming to attract broader participation. The events are free and open to the public.