Juneteenth Celebration this weekend in Biloxi

WXXV Staff,

BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Cece Shabazz and Felix Gines are in studio to tell us about the Juneteenth Celebration happening this weekend in Biloxi, which features many big events.

This free celebration includes a 3-on-3 basketball tournament, a Unity Walk/Run, live music, local vendors, family activities, and a special Juneteenth recognition ceremony. Come celebrate culture, community, and freedom in a way only the Gulf Coast can deliver.

When & Where:

Friday, June 13, 2025
3-on-3 Basketball Tournament
John Henry Beck Park Basketball Court, 671 Division St.
Tip-Off: 5:30 p.m.
$500 cash prize for the 1st place team

Saturday, June 14, 2025
Unity Walk/Run
7:00 a.m. Registration | 8:30 a.m. Start
Begins at John Henry Beck Park and continues to O’Reilly Park and back
Free T-shirts for the first 50 participants

Juneteenth Celebration & Entertainment
Biloxi Town Green, 710 Beach Blvd.
2:00–9:00 p.m.
Featuring:

  • DJ Freddie
  • Koast Konnect Youth Gospel Group
  • Community Recognition & Essay Contest Winners with Mayor “FoFo” Gilich and Councilman Felix Gines
  • Greek Show
  • Ra’Shad the Blues Kid
    Petting zoo, food vendors, live music, and more!
    Special Feature: Wade-In Exhibit
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