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Freedom, resilience, and the beautiful game: Your playbook for Juneteenth

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On June 19, two historic moments will happen in our region. Seattle Stadium is hosting the U.S. Men’s National Team’s match versus Australia. And for the first time in our agency’s history, we are partnering with community organizations across the region to support both soccer and the Black experience.

This is our moment, and we hope you join us outside, as we show the world how the Puget Sound supports communities and lives our values. 

The events are summarized below. They are all free and family friendly. Sound Transit is privileged to continue collaborating with the partners below. During these events, you will find our staff in the mix providing information, sharing opportunities, and promoting travel via transit.

King County

Can I Kick It – Black Brilliance in Motion 
June 7 | 1–6 p.m. 
Langston Hughes Performing Arts Institute | 104 17th Ave S, Seattle 

As we prepare for Juneteenth, LANGSTON and Black Arrow FC invite us to celebrate Black culture and the global African diaspora through the lens of soccer and the arts. The event will explore how Black communities from across the world have shaped the beautiful game. 

Alongside soccer activities, there will be music, multimedia storytelling, and interactive experiences rooted in Black history and global football culture. Several Black-owned vendors will provide refreshments during the event. 

This event is brought to you by Sound Transit and King County Metro.  

Snohomish County 

Lynnwood Juneteenth Freedom Festival 
June 19 | 10 a.m.–3 p.m. 
Cedar Valley Community School Gym & Playfields | 19200 56th Ave W, Lynnwood 

Project Girl Mentoring is kicking off Juneteenth with a free community event in Lynnwood. The Lynnwood-based organization focuses on mentoring young women of color towards making positive life choices. On Juneteenth, they will host live performances, art and crafts, and games for a family-friendly atmosphere. Additionally, the festival will serve as a health fair. Local healthcare providers and wellness experts will be available for screenings, fitness demonstrations, and more. 

Pierce County  

Juneteenth Festival – A Road to Economic Freedom 
June 19 | Noon–6 p.m. 
Haub Family Field at LeMay Car Museum, Tacoma 

WayOut Kids, a youth organization offering educational after-school and summer programs, is hosting the largest Juneteenth event in the Pacific Northwest. The event will feature live music from Erica Campbell of Mary Mary and Lyfe Jennings, food from a variety of vendors, and activities for kids. The day will also feature access to community resources, highlighting pathways in education, career development, and housing, among other points, with the goal of strengthening the community. 

Whether you’re riding Link to a match and/or taking the ST Express or Sounder to a Juneteenth festival, Sound Transit is proud to connect our community to the moments that matter. We hope to see you out there this June, celebrating Black culture and the beautiful game.  

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