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SWLA Juneteenth Committee gears up for 2026 events

The SWLA Juneteenth Committee planned its 23rd annual celebration in Lafayette for June 2–28, 2026.
The event theme is 'Lest We Forget: From Chains to Crowns,' reflecting a focus on freedom and inclusion.
Key 2026 events include Proclamation and Opening Ceremonies, and a Banquet with a National Juneteenth Scholarship Pageant.
An area Unity Walk, and a Sun CHDO's Adjudicated Property event are on the schedule at the Downtown Convention Center.
The schedule features a Juneteenth Music Festival & Stone Soul Picnic at Parc International on June 20, 2026.
A Gospel Under the Stars event is planned for Sunday, June 21 at Parc International.
The Juneteenth Lyrical Expressions event is scheduled for June 28 at the Downtown Convention Center.
Organizers invite the public to learn more via the committee's Facebook page for event details.
The lineup includes venues such as the Acadiana Center for the Arts and Parc International in Lafayette.
Abram Freeman, founder and former president, emphasizes the inclusive message of Juneteenth celebrations.

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