Celebrate Juneteenth with the Delmar Loop and honor freedom, unity, and community on Saturday, June 14, 2025! This year, the vibrant communities of University City and St. Louis City, along with Delmar Main Street and the St. Louis Reconciliation Network, are coming together to host a powerful day of reflection, connection, and joy across Delmar Boulevard.
Saturday, June 14, 2025 | 8:30 AM – 9:00 PM
5900 Delmar Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63112
Experience a full day of activities designed to uplift and unite:
Race for Reconciliation
8:30am - 10:30am
Kick off the day with the Race for Reconciliation, a 5K run/walk
held right along Delmar Boulevard—turning the historic Delmar
Divide into a path of unity and healing. Open to all paces, the race
also features a one-mile option and includes post-race awards and
a community cool-down stretch.
Black-Owned Food Truck Pop-Up Park & Family Fun
12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
After the race, enjoy an afternoon filled with delicious eats and entertainment at our Black-Owned Food Truck Pop-Up Park. Savor bites from a variety of Black-owned eateries! Enjoy kids’ activities, DJ sets, performances like Back Girl Recess, and interactive art experiences. Come ready to support local Black-owned business- es, artists, and creatives.
Evening Celebration & Performances
4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
As the sun sets, the celebration continues with an electrifying evening lineup! Enjoy live performances from Gentlemen of Vision, Spirit of Angela African Dancers, Red & Black Brass Band, and DJs including DJ KP and Dee Smooves. Don’t miss the Drum Call to kick off the festivities.
Learn more at visittheloop.com