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JZ 94.5 Juneteenth Family Fun Day at the Mississippi Aquarium
Date and Time
Monday Jun 19, 2023
1:00 PM - 7:00 PM CDTFees/Admission
FREE
The outdoor event is FREE but you will need to purchase a specially discounted ticket for entrance into the MS Aquarium if you chooseWebsite
Contact Information
Tamara Wingerter
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Join us on Monday, June 19th, as JZ 94.5 and Hancock Whitney present the Juneteenth Family Fun Day at the Mississippi Aquarium in Gulfport!JZ 94.5, in collaboration with the City of Gulfport, The Mississippi Aquarium, and supported by Hancock Whitney, proudly announces the first-ever Juneteenth Family Fun Day on June 19, 2023. This momentous event, generously sponsored by Hancock Whitney, along with Mitchell Distributing proud distributor of Budweiser, Chevron Pascagoula Refinery, FEB Distributing, and Coast Transit Authority, will take place in the heart of Gulfport on the lawn next to Mississippi Aquarium starting at 1 pm.Juneteenth Family Fun Day will be filled with excitement, cultural enrichment, and community engagement on the beautiful green space just west of the MS Aquarium under the Oaks. The event aims to commemorate and celebrate the historical significance of Juneteenth, while fostering unity and togetherness among attendees. Attendees can look forward to a diverse range of activities and attractions including;- Food trucks
- Live music and entertainment showcasing talented performers
- Spoken word poetry
- An African Fashion Show featuring Aloha Glamour
- Readings of African American Folk Tales by Felicia Dunn Burkes
- A vendor market, where local artisans and vendors will showcase their unique crafts and products
- Games and fun activities for children
- Free parking in the CTA garage courtesy of Coast Transit Authority
- Exclusive discounted tickets to explore the wonders of the Mississippi Aquarium
- And so much more.
Best of all, admission to the Juneteenth Family Fun Day is completely free of charge, allowing everyone to participate in this celebration of freedom. ***The only exception is admission to the Mississippi Aquarium, available at an exclusive discounted price for this special occasion.
So, mark your calendars and join us on Monday, June 19th, starting at 1pm until 7pm. It's the JZ 94.5 Juneteenth Family Fun Day at the Mississippi Aquarium. This inaugural Juneteenth Family Fun Day is an opportunity for our community to come together and celebrate our shared history. For more information, go to www.wjzd.com
***The outdoor event is FREE but you will need to purchase a specially discounted ticket for entrance into the MS Aquarium if you choose.Tell a Friend
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