FAQs

 

Where do I park?

Free parking will be available in the parking lot next to Fort Negley Visitors Center. The parking entrance to the event will be off Chestnut Street, east of Fort Negley Bvld. Please see the map located HERE for directions. There will be attendants available to guide you. Get there early to get a spot! Event starts promptly at 5:00pm CST!

Will there be any road closures?

Yes! Fort Negley Blvd will be closed for event festivities. 

What are your COVID protocols?

We are following all health authority and government agency guidelines. This is an open-air event that takes place in an extremely large outdoor footprint. We recommend that all vendors, participants, staff, and guests be vaccinated or stay socially distant/masked if unvaccinated. In high-traffic areas, we recommend that all attendees socially distance themselves.

All volunteers, staff, participants, vendors, and security are encouraged to do a personal health check the morning before coming to the celebration and stay home if they are experiencing any symptoms. We are recommending that all vendors use touchless payment and regularly sanitize their spaces.

All tables and chairs provided by the celebration will be sanitized on a regular schedule.

Check back often for updates to our website as guidelines are subject to change.

What can I bring with me to the Celebration?

Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets, non-alcoholic beverages (reminder: drink water), sunglasses, battery-powered cell phone chargers, sunscreen, bug repellent, and hand sanitizers.

The following items will be prohibited from entering the celebration.

NO Glass containers / NO Drugs / NO Alcohol: If you appear intoxicated at the entrance to the park, security will not allow you to enter the park grounds. Event personnel reserve the right to refuse entry to anyone. NO Weapons (regardless of permit)/ NO unauthorized Vending of Products / NO Smoking

Is smoking or alcoholic beverages allowed at the Celebration?

No. There is absolutely NO smoking of any kind permitted on Fort Negley grounds. There is absolutely NO alcohol of any kind permitted on Fort Negley grounds.

Are pets allowed?

Yes. Only if they are on a leash.

Is there an heat advisory for Sunday?

The weather forecast for Monday is a high of 83 degrees with a few scattered thunderstorms. There will be a booth onsite for any immediate medical needs. Please remember to:

  • Stay hydrated by increasing water intake

  • Use battery-powered personal fans

  • Wear loose/light clothing and hats

  • Take frequent breaks in the shade

Where can I find the program schedule for the day/night?

We have a great program lined up! It will be a celebration!! To view an overview of the schedule, please visit juneteenth615.com/schedule.

What hashtags should I use for socials?

Attendees can use the Hashtag #Juneteenth615 when posting to your socials! Follow us @Juneteenth615 on all platforms!

Who do I contact if I have a question?

For questions, juneteenth615@gmail.com