Celebrate Juneteenth in Downtown…

CHANDLER, Ariz. - The City of Chandler's Connection & Impact Division invites the public to the fifth annual Culture Music in the Park on Saturday, June 13 from 7-9:30 p.m. at a new location, Dr. A.J. Chandler Park: Stage Plaza, 178 E. Commonwealth Ave.

In celebration of Juneteenth and Freedom Week, Culture Music in the Park brings together community, live music, delicious food and more. The evening features a performance by Vaughn Willis and Ear Candy, a community-favorite band that plays R&B, Soul and Top 40 music. Food for purchase includes barbecue by Kravins, Bebe's Caribbean Cuisine and ice cream from The Outside Scoop.

A variety of city departments and merchandise vendors will be in attendance for information, resources, hands-on art activities and shopping. A kids play area, sponsored by the 1% Kid Foundation and Larry Thomas Youth Development Foundation, is new this year with a designated area for games and family fun.

Admission is free. Attendees are encouraged to bring a lawn chair or blanket to relax between musical sets. Free covered parking is available off Boston and Buffalo streets.

For more information on Culture Music in the Park and other Juneteenth programming, visit Juneteenth.

Media contact:
Betsy Lizer
Public Information Officer
480-782-2225