There’s never a shortage of things to see, hear, and do in Nevada. Here are some highlighted cultural events for the week starting June 17.
June 18
Experience the heartbeat of our history through a curated showcase of live jazz, interpretive dance, and ancestral storytelling.
Join us for an evening of soulful music, vibrant movement, and the power of the spoken word as we celebrate Juneteenth. This community gathering honors the journey toward freedom through the arts that have sustained and defined our culture for generations.
Join us for an evening of soulful music, vibrant movement, and the power of the spoken word as we celebrate Juneteenth. This community gathering honors the journey toward freedom through the arts that have sustained and defined our culture for generations.
June 20
Step into a night of pure soul, rhythm, and celebration. Experience an unforgettable evening headlined by R&B legend Christopher Williams, whose velvety vocals and timeless hits set the mood for something truly special. The energy continues with powerhouse performances from two of the West Coast’s most exciting bands, Kyss Kyss & the Squad and Unc & the Nephews, delivering a dynamic blend of soul, funk, and irresistible groove.
In honor of Juneteenth, this vibrant celebration brings music, culture, and community together for a meaningful cause.
Performances at 4p and 7p.
In honor of Juneteenth, this vibrant celebration brings music, culture, and community together for a meaningful cause.
Performances at 4p and 7p.
E.P.I.C - Empowering People, Igniting the Culture! 25 Years as The City's Largest & Most Recognized Juneteenth Celebration!
Welcome to the 25th Annual Las Vegas Juneteenth Festival! Join us on Sat, June 20, 2026 at the beautiful Symphony Park for a day filled with celebration, music, food, and culture. This in-person event will feature live music from DJ Kelly J & Friends, delicious food vendors, local artisans, and activities for the whole family. Come together with the community to honor and commemorate the end of slavery in the United States. Don't miss out on this special event!
Welcome to the 25th Annual Las Vegas Juneteenth Festival! Join us on Sat, June 20, 2026 at the beautiful Symphony Park for a day filled with celebration, music, food, and culture. This in-person event will feature live music from DJ Kelly J & Friends, delicious food vendors, local artisans, and activities for the whole family. Come together with the community to honor and commemorate the end of slavery in the United States. Don't miss out on this special event!
June 22
From The Dial, the celebrated magazine of international writing, comes a new book compiling sharp global perspectives on a changing United States, with an introduction by the magazine’s editor in chief, Madeleine Schwartz.
In How We See It, twelve of the most talented and insightful journalists from around the world probe their home countries’ complex relationships with the United States—and how these have shifted under the new administration.
Join The Dial’s editor in chief, Madeleine Schwartz; managing editor, Mara Wilson; and contributor Ahmed Naji as they discuss the magazine’s style and ethos, the development of the book, and how international attitudes toward the United States have changed since 2024. This event will be moderated by T.R. Witcher, visiting lecturer at the Hank Greenspun School of Journalism and Media Studies, UNLV.
In How We See It, twelve of the most talented and insightful journalists from around the world probe their home countries’ complex relationships with the United States—and how these have shifted under the new administration.
Join The Dial’s editor in chief, Madeleine Schwartz; managing editor, Mara Wilson; and contributor Ahmed Naji as they discuss the magazine’s style and ethos, the development of the book, and how international attitudes toward the United States have changed since 2024. This event will be moderated by T.R. Witcher, visiting lecturer at the Hank Greenspun School of Journalism and Media Studies, UNLV.