What is Juneteenth? History, celebrations, future of the holiday celebrating the end of slavery | LIVE COVERAGE The Citizen 6 years ago Juneteenth is the oldest known celebration commemorating the ending of slavery in the United States. Source: ABC News 6 Share this: Share on X (Opens in new window) X Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) LinkedIn Print (Opens in new window) Print Philly Proud: Juneteenth Parade commemorates end of slaveryDateJune 23, 2019In relation toRobesoniaAmericans mark Juneteenth with parties, events and quiet reflection on the end of slaveryDateJune 19, 2023In relation toSimilar postJuneteenth celebration scheduled in ReadingDateJune 7, 2022In relation toEssential Reading