Juneteenth Kick-Off
Legends BBQ SmokehousePop-up Shop/Black Business Expo ~ 6:00p-9:00p
Legends BBQ Smokehouse – 1025 W Johnson Ave; Jonesboro, AR
Free
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Community Worship Service – Juneteenth Celebration
New Life Empowerment Ministries 2113 N Church StNew Life Empowerment Ministries
2113 N Church St; Jonesboro, AR
Featuring several local churches in the Jonesboro community
Free
Juneteenth Parade
E Boone Watson CenterAll participants are asked to go to the St. Bernard’s Auditorium for the Health Fair – then come to the E. Boone Watson Center at 9:30am for line-up.
**Parade Route**
Start at E Boone Watson Center – go North on Patrick St. – West onto Creath St. – South onto Church St. where the Grandstand will be (Centennial Rotary Park) – East onto Monroe St. – back to the E. Boone Watson Center.
Free
16th Annual F.O.P. Youth Fishing Derby
Craighead Forest ParkYou’re invited to our 16th Annual Youth Fishing Derby!
T-shirts and sponsor spots are available for this years event!
Please visit our website: www.jonesborofop.org for more information.
Registration begins at 7:00am and will end at 8:15am
Fishing will be from 7:30am until 9:00am
The derby is open to children ages 3 -15
Free snacks and drinks for everyone
Every child will receive a prize
Trophies to be given away to age division winners for the categories of smallest fish, biggest fish, and most fish caught
Several big prizes to be given away!
****Every child must bring their own fishing pole and bait. Only one pole is allowed per child****
Free
Juneteenth Community Fair
Parker Park 1506 N Church St, Jonesboro, AR 724015:00PM-9:00PM
Parker Park
**Juneteenth Fireworks Display~9:15PM**
Free
Juneteenth Health Fair & Blood Drive
St. Bernard's Auditorium 505 E Washington Ave, Jonesboro, AR 72401St. Bernard’s Auditorium ~ 8:00A-1:00P
Sponsored by St. Bernard’s Hospital & The American Red Cross
Free
Juneteenth Proclamation Reading
KLEK Studios 1411 Franklin StKLEK Studios – 1411 Franklin St; Jonesboro, AR
Mayor Harold Copenhaver will read the Juneteenth Proclamation. Bubble Blowing Ceremony & Reception to follow.
Free
Brandy Lee Live
Poppy's Beach Grill 2915 Kazi St, Jonesboro, AR 72401Brandy Lee returning to Poppy’s Beach Grill in Jonesboro, AR.
Free
Triple Swing 2023 | Livin’ in the Land of the Delta Blues
A casual dinner and dance — inspired by living in the land of the Delta Blues — will feature entertainment by Keith Johnson and the Big Muddy Band. Purchase of event ticket includes dinner, entertainment, and door prize eligibility between 6:00 – 11:00 p.m. Watch our socials and website for announcements for our exclusive luxury raffles and specially curated food and beverage menus! 🎶
Free
West Side Story
The Forum 115 E Monroe Ave, Jonesboro, AR 72401Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet is transported to modern-day New York City as two young, idealistic lovers find themselves caught between warring street gangs, the “American” Jets and the Puerto Rican Sharks. Their struggle to survive in a world of hate, violence and prejudice is one of the most innovative, heart-wrenching and relevant musical dramas of our time.
Free
Golf Tournament | Triple Swing 2023
The tournament features a four player scramble format with your choice of either morning or afternoon flight. Play will take place on Monday with overflow teams on Tuesday as needed. Tournament includes green and cart fees, tee gift, commemorative photo of your team, breakfast, lunch and on-course refreshments and snacks. Prizes for first, second and third place foursomes in both morning and afternoon golf groups as well as a hole-in-one contest. All players are eligible for the Golf Ball Drop.
Free
Pickleball Social | Triple Swing 2023
Triple Swing is excited to introduce pickleball to our event lineup. This event will be in “social” format and is open to all ages and levels. The indoor courts at RidgePointe Country Club will give players a respite from the heat of an Arkansas Summer, while being right next to the action of the golf tournament. Social play will take place from in two flights 5-6:30 and 6:30-8:00. Players will receive a colored arm band for their flight and refreshments. Snacks and mobile bar available for players only. Pickleball paddle door-prize drawings throughout the night. The Ridge Bar & Grill at RidgePointe will be open for menu orders during the event.
Free