Freedom Fest

Set to take place today from noon to 10 p.m. on Mall C, Freedom Fest, a city-wide, family-friendly celebration and commemoration of Juneteenth, will feature headline performances from by Terri Lyne Carrington + Social Science with special guests Ms. Lisa Fischer and Maimouna “Mumu Fresh” Youssef. There will also be a mainstage performance by Karamu House, the country’s oldest Black producing theatre, and fireworks. In addition, the JACK Entertainment vendor village will spotlight Black businesses and entrepreneurs, and there will be spoken-word performances, interactive art demonstrations, food trucks and beverage concessions. Admission is free. juneteenthcle.com.