Join Us in Celebrating Freedom
Spartanburg Juneteenth Experiences
Spartanburg Juneteenth Inc.’s mission is to educate the Spartanburg community about African American history primarily through an annual Juneteenth celebration.
Embrace Our Legacy
Join Us at the BEC Gala
Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Spartanburg Juneteenth BEC Gala, where we celebrate the spirit of Juneteenth while supporting and empowering the small businesses and non-profit organizations that help make our community thrive.
Tickets are available now! Secure your spot and be part of this unforgettable celebration.
- June 20
- 6:45 PM - 11:00 PM
- Chapman Cultural Center
Embrace Our Legacy
Join Us at the BEC Gala & Fashion Show
Join us for the Annual Spartanburg Juneteenth Experience, a vibrant celebration of freedom and culture. From enlightening educational seminars to exhilarating galas and fashion shows, each event is designed to honor our history and inspire our community.
Tickets are available now! Secure your spot and be part of this unforgettable celebration.
- June 20
- 6:45 PM - 11:00 PM
- Chapman Cultural Center
Join Us at the BEC Gala & Fashion Show
Celebrate Juneteenth in style at the BEC Gala & Fashion Show
Experience an evening of elegance with stunning fashion shows and vibrant performances. Don’t miss this spectacular event where culture meets couture.
- June 21
- 6:45 PM - 11:00 PM
- Chapman Cultural Center
Tickets are available now! Secure your spot and be part of this unforgettable celebration.
LIFE-CHANGING EXPERIENCES
Upcoming events
Explore our upcoming events and reserve your spot today.
Featured Books
Each year the Juneteenth Planning Committee selects a book or group of books that is distributed for free to children at the Juneteenth Celebration.
2024
Black Fortunes
by Shamari Wills
2023
The Sum of US by
Heather McGhee
2022
Conversations in Black: On Power, Politics, and
Leadership by Ed Gordon
Community-Hosted Juneteenth
Events in Spartanburg
Discover a variety of Juneteenth celebrations hosted throughout Spartanburg by our community partners. These events, presented by the City of Spartanburg and other local organizations, extend the spirit of Juneteenth across the entire city.
Latest Updates
Stay informed with the latest news, stories, and upcoming events from the Spartanburg Juneteenth community.
Discover the Pioneers of Prosperity in
"Black Fortunes"
Unveil the remarkable stories of America’s first black millionaires in Shomari Wills’ enthralling narrative, “Black Fortunes.” From the struggles out of slavery to the heights of million-dollar fortunes, these trailblazers not only accumulated wealth but used their resources to fight for racial equality and lift their communities.
- Explore the journeys of Robert Reed Church, who rose from slavery to landownership, and Annie Malone, the daughter of slaves who became a self-taught scientist and philanthropist.
- Be inspired by their stories of courage, resilience, and commitment to progress during times when freedom was only a distant dream for many.
Be inspired by their stories of courage, resilience, and commitment to progress during times when freedom was only a distant dream for many.
