In its second year as a federally recognized holiday, Juneteenth is back this weekend with events galore. The holiday marks the emancipation of enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, in 1865, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was issued, and is honored as the official end of slavery in the United States.

So from music to protests, here’s what’s going on to celebrate Black history and culture this weekend as the region celebrates:

Shopping/Food

• Black Social’s Juneteenth Pop-Up will feature a musical performance from Jay Sun and other drummers along with the opportunity to support Black-owned businesses. (Anacostia Arts Center; June 19, 1 p.m.-5 p.m.; FREE)
• Brookland Arts Walk Market is celebrating Black-owned businesses with performances, crafts, and music. (716 Monroe St NE; June 19, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; FREE) 
• The Sisterhood Supper hosted by Women Advancing Nutrition, Dietetics, and Agriculture honors local women leaders who are empowering their families and communities one meal at a time in D.C. The event will include an open house, film screening, food, music, and prizes. (The Well in Oxon Run Park; June 18, 2 p.m.-6 p.m.; FREE)

Museums/culture

• The Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture will host a variety of virtual and in-person events celebrating the “tastes, sounds, and experiences” of Juneteenth. The museum will also display the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s original speech from the 1963 March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom as part of the A Changing America exhibition. Tickets for all events must be secured ahead of time. (NMAAHC, MLK Jr speech is on display through Jun. 20., FREE) 
• Afro-Atlantic Histories, a new exhibit at the National Gallery of Art, is on display with artists from across the African diaspora taking an in-depth look at the historical experiences of Black and African people since the 17th century. (National Gallery of Art; on view through July 17; FREE)
• The National Museum of the American Indian presents Ancestors Know Who We Are, the museum’s first exhibit to feature Black-Indigenous women artists. (National Museum of the American Indian; opens June 15; FREE)
• Washington National Cathedral is hosting an in-person and virtual event titled Light in the Darkness: When Monuments Attack, to explore racialized symbolism and iconography. (Nave; June 21, 7 p.m.; FREE)
• Drunk Black History: Juneteenth Edition is hosted by comedians Brandon Collins and Gordon Baker-Bone in an interactive show for hosts (and guests) to drink and share Black history. (DC Arts Center; June 17, 10 p.m.- 11:30 p.m.; Tickets are $28.16)

Theater and Performance

• Reframing the Narrative at the Kennedy Center is a week-long celebration offering dynamic performances by the Dance Theatre of Harlem, the Ballethnic Dance Company and Collage Dance Collective, along with other Black-identifying ballet dancers from across the United States. (The Kennedy Center; June 14-19; Tickets from $29-$119)
• Arena Stage welcomes Drumfolk as Step Afrika! and Arena Stage join forces. Their immersive production uses percussion and movement to share the experiences of enslaved Africans who were forbidden to use drums to signal uprising in the 18th century. (Arena Stage; through June 26; Prices vary by date)
• Shakespeare Theatre Company stages Red Velvet, the tale of a Black actor who finds himself playing Othello on London’s grandest stage. (Shakespeare Theatre Company; June 16 – July 17; Prices vary)
• Commemorate the Juneteenth holiday with a performance by an all-star, all-Black orchestra at Wolf Trap. Part B-Boy, part Beethoven, Thee Phantom and the Illharmonic Orchestra will mix together the energy and passion of hip-hop with the sweeping sounds of a live orchestra across two nights of performances. (Wolf Trap; June 19; Tickets start at $27)
• Something in the Water is hosting a free gospel Sunday Service event with performances from Jon Batiste, Anthony Brown, and more. This free show takes place on the last day of the three-day music festival. (West Potomac Park, June 19, 12 p.m.-6 p.m.; FREE)

Celebrations/regional

• National Harbor will hold a Juneteenth Freedom Celebration with performances from the Prince George’s County Poet Laureate and Youth Poet Laureate, local dancers, live music, artists, and more. The property is partnering with the Prince George’s Arts and Humanities Council for a day of education, reflection and celebration. (National Plaza National Harbor; June 19, 2 p.m.-4 p.m.)
• The Chocolate City Jubilee will be held at Freedom Plaza as an alternative to the more expensive Something in the Water festival. Hosted by WPGC-FM’s Poet Taylor, the event boasts free food and live go-go. Register for free by texting CHOCOLATECITY to 833-454-1214. (14th and Pennsylvania Ave NW; June 19, 12 p.m.-5 p.m; FREE)
• The McLean Community Center is hosting a Juneteenth celebration with the Grammy-nominated Alphabet Rockers. (McLean Central Park; June 19; FREE)
• Montgomery County’s 25th Juneteenth Celebration will have educational passport activities, a historical journey of African American music and entertainment, and food trucks for a family-friendly celebration. (BlackRock Center for the Arts; June 18, 10 a.m.-10 p.m.; FREE)
• Pedal Positive has created a self-guided Black History bike tour of Alexandria in honor of Juneteenth. Registered participants will receive the 7-mile route and descriptions of historic sites in advance to hit the road at their leisure. (Route begins at Jones Park; June 19-20; FREE)
• The Carlyle House in Alexandria, in collaboration with C. Alexandria-Bernard Thomas and The Athenaeum, is hosting a Black history event outside in the gardens with hands-on activities, art, history, and poetry readings to discover the history of Juneteenth. (The Carlyle House; June 19, 12 p.m.-4 p.m.; FREE)
• The Friends of Arlington Library and Arlington Public Library will host a conversation between Amina Luqman-Dawson, local author of Freewater, and library director Diane Kresh. (Shirlington Library; June 22; FREE) and a chat at with Wilma Jones, author of My Halls Hill Family: More Than a Neighborhood. (Arlington Library; June 23; FREE)
• The City of Bowie is hosting multiple events in Prince George’s County this weekend, including the Fathers & Families Juneteenth Celebration. Kicking off with a morning bike ride at 9 a.m., the rest of the day will have food, vendors, games, music, and a tribute for dads. (Allen Pond Park; June 19, 12 p.m.-6 p.m.; FREE) 
• Moechella is hosting a celebration and peaceful demonstration with performances from Yaddiya and other special guests. (14th and U St; June 19, 4 p.m.-8 p.m.; FREE)
• The “BURG” Family Reunion Club is hosting a Juneteenth celebration in Leesburg with local performers and food and shopping vendors. (Ida Lee Park; June 18; $15 for ages 12+; children 11 and younger free)