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ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - June 19 isn’t just any other day — it’s Juneteenth!

The Emancipation Proclamation, which freed enslaved people in the United States, took effect in 1863. But in Confederate-controlled territories, freedom wouldn’t come until much later, according to the National Museum of African American History and Culture.

On June 19, 1865, Union troops came to Texas and announced that more than 250,000 people were now free. That day is now known as Juneteenth, established as a federal holiday in 2021.

Here are some Juneteenth celebrations in Atlanta, from those on June 19 to those in the days after.

Jubilee: A Juneteenth Celebration

What: Immersive performances, crafts, music history lessons and more hosted by the National Center for Civil and Human Rights

Where: National Center for Civil and Human Rights | 100 Ivan Allen Jr. Blvd., Atlanta, GA 30313

When: June 19, several events and times ranging from 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Price: Events come with a ticket purchase

Click here to learn more.

Free Juneteenth Festival

What: Food trucks, art vendors, family-friendly activities and a DJ hosted by the ATL Committee

Where: Adair Park | 866 Murphy St. SW, Atlanta, GA 30310

When: June 19, 1-8 p.m.

Price: Free!

Click here to learn more.

Juneteenth Inclusion Celebration

What: Parade, screening of “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever,” vendor fair, live music, kid’s zone and more hosted by the City of College Park

Where: College Park City Auditorium | 3631 Main St., College Park, GA 30337

When: June 19, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Price: Free!

Click here to learn more.

Juneteenth Celebration at Lee Street Park!

What: Performances from the Jonesboro High School Majestic Marching Cardinals, Kaspar andamp; the 911 Band and DJ Maurice, as well as food trucks and retail vendors. Hosted by the City of Jonesboro and others.

Where: Lee Street Park andamp; Amphitheater | 155 Lee St., Jonesboro, GA 30236

When: June 19, 5-9 p.m.

Price: Free!

Click here to learn more.

Juneteenth Celebration at Sandy Springs

What: Performing arts production, digital art gallery, educational activities, food vendors and more hosted by the City of Sandy Springs and others

Where: City Green, Bryers Lobby and Byers Theatre | 1 Galambos Way, Sandy Springs, GA 30328;

When: June 19, 5-8 p.m.

Price: Free!

Click here to learn more.

City Of Stockbridge’s Juneteenth Celebration

What: Food trucks, cultural vendors, live music, dance, art and more hosted by the City of Stockbridge

Where: Stockbridge Amphitheater | 4650 N Henry Blvd., Stockbridge, GA 30281

When: June 19, 5-9 p.m.

Price: Free!

Click here to learn more.

Juneteenth Celebration

What: Food, kids’ games, African dancers and drummers, political education, free clothes and more hosted by Project South and Hunger Coalition of Atlanta.

Where: Project South | 9 Gammon St. SE, Atlanta, GA 30315

When: June 22, 12-4 p.m.

Price: Free!

Click here to learn more.

Juneteenth Atlanta 5K Freedom Run

What: 5K walk/run hosted by Juneteenth Atlanta

Where: Piedmont Park | 400 Park Dr., Atlanta, GA 30306

When: June 23, 9 a.m.

Price: $65 to register

Click here to learn more.

Juneteenth Atlanta Parade and Music Festival

What: Parade, vendors, musical performances, car shows, pageants and more hosted by Juneteenth Atlanta

Where: Piedmont Park, 400 Park Dr., Atlanta, GA 30306 | Parade route HERE

When: June 21, noon - 10 p.m.; June 22, 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.; June 23, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Price: Free!

The parade will air live on PeachtreeTV on June 22 at noon. Click here to learn more about the festival and its multiple events.