Juneteenth Celebration at Pier 58

USA vs. AUS Match day at Waterfront Park.

Date: Friday June 19th

Location: Pier 58

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As we gather to celebrate the world's game, we also take time to honor Juneteenth—a day that commemorates the end of slavery in the United States and celebrates the resilience, achievements, and contributions of Black Americans. Juneteenth serves as a reminder of the ongoing pursuit of freedom, equality, and opportunity for all.

By highlighting local Black artists, creators, and voices, we recognize the rich cultural impact of Seattle's Black community and create a space where sport, culture, and community come together. As fans from around the world unite through soccer, we celebrate the values of inclusion, connection, and shared humanity that make both Juneteenth and the beautiful game so powerful.

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Activities:  

• Men in Blazers Match Day Live!  
  • Roger Bennett and Rory Smith will be joined live on stage at 8:30am PT by one of the greatest ever Seahawks, Marshawn Lynch, beloved author John Green, and Sounders FC legend DeAndre Yedlin. It will be part game preview, part tailgate, all gas and no brakes. 
• Live Music and Performances by local Black artists, creators and voices  
• Gathering place for the start of the USA March to the Match  
• Food and drinks available for purchase  

Schedule:

• 7:30: Gates Open (first come, first serve)  
• 8:00: Live Musical Performances
• 8:30-9:30: Men in Blazers Match Day Live!
• 9:30-12:00: Live Musical Performances on Pier 58 and Salish Steps
• ~10:15: March to the Match departs to the stadium for those with match tickets, featuring Buffalo Soldiers  

Featured Artists:

• DJ Vitamin D
• Gina Williams
• Daughters of Royalty Drill Team
• Black Stax
• Electronettes Hi- Steppers
• Shaina Shepherd
• NW Tap Connection
• MachX and Zhanea June  
• Double Dutch Divas
• Buffalo Soldiers  

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*Waterfront Park photo by Erik Holsather courtesy Friends of Waterfront Park

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