Question 1

1:00 PM:  Parade Kick-Off

Question 2

2:OO PM: Festival Opens to the Public

Accepted Answer

📍 Downtown Waukegan – Festival Grounds
📍 Location: Genesee St (between Washington St and Madison)
📍 Address:  214 Washington Street, Waukegan IL 60085

Question 3

2:3O PM: Sponsor Recognition

Accepted Answer

Take a moment to learn about the amazing organizations helping make this event possible. Their support, partnership, and commitment to the community are what help bring experiences like this to life.

Question 4

3:00 PM: Opening Ceremony

Accepted Answer

🎉 Opening Ceremony
Join us as we officially kick off a day of celebration, unity, and community.

👋 Welcome & Introductions
Hear from community leaders, organizers, and special guests as we open the event.

✊🏾 Black National Anthem
Honor the culture, history, and resilience of the Black community through song.

Question 5

3:30 PM: Culture & Entertainment Showcase

Accepted Answer

💃🏾 Dance & Music Showcases
Experience powerful performances filled with energy, rhythm, and culture.

🌍 Cultural & Community Performances
Celebrate the diversity, talent, and spirit of our community.

🎤 Trivia & Announcements
Stay engaged with fun trivia, important updates, and exciting moments throughout the event.

Question 6

3:55 PM: Gospel Experience

Accepted Answer

🎤✨ Powerful voices. Inspiring messages. Unforgettable praise.

The Salute to Gospel Community Choir is bringing joy, inspiration, and soul-stirring gospel music to the Juneteenth stage. Come celebrate freedom, faith, and community through a performance that is sure to move and uplift the crowd. 🙌🏾🎶✊🏾

Question 7

5:20 PM: The Lloyd Stephens Band

Accepted Answer

From soulful classics to crowd favorites, the Lloyd Stephens Band delivers the perfect blend of talent, energy, and entertainment. Come celebrate Juneteenth with live music that honors our culture and brings our community together. 🎵✨

Question 8

6:00 PM: Cha Cha Live Remix with DLOW

Accepted Answer

🎤 Performance: DLOW
Get ready for an energetic showcase performance by national recording artist DLOW. Known for bringing his own style and energy to the popular Chicago dance movement known as the “Bop,” DLOW has built a fanbase through music, dance, and unforgettable performances.

Question 9

6:40 PM: Vernard Live

Accepted Answer

Vernard Live is bringing the vocals, the energy, and the soul to Juneteenth! Come celebrate freedom, culture, and community while enjoying a performance guaranteed to have the crowd singing along. 🔥🎶✊🏾 #JuneteenthLakeCounty #BlackJoy #LiveMusic

Question 10

7:30 PM: DJ Showcase

Accepted Answer

🎧 DJ Showcase
Catch the vibes as featured DJs keep the energy high with nonstop music and entertainment.

🛍️ Vendors Close
Be sure to grab your favorite items, food, and merch before the vendor marketplace closes for the evening.

Festival Lineup

1:00 PM: Parade Kick-Off