City of Allentown

Join us for a night of soccer, community, and celebration at the Jordan Park Mini Pitch Ribbon Cutting & Allentown Soccer Watch Party on Saturday, June 27!

We’ll kick things off at 6:00 PM with the official ribbon cutting for the brand‑new Jordan Park Mini Pitch—a fresh space for youth and families to enjoy the game. Then stick around as we gear up to screen the Colombia vs. Portugal match at 7:30 PM.

Expect games, food trucks, music, community activities, and plenty of soccer spirit as we celebrate the growth of the sport in Allentown.

The Allentown Department of Parks & Recreation presents this event in partnership with La Mega Radio, Eastern PA Youth Soccer, the Berks County Latino Chamber of Commerce, Pennsylvania State Representative Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz, and iLEAD USA.

Bring your friends, your family, and your love for the game—see you there! ⚽🎉

Want to learn more about solar? 🤔

Switch Together is a group buying program available to our residents that offers solar and battery education through webinars and in-person events at no cost.

Interested in learning more? Visit the Switch Together website and enter your zip code to discover the local solar knowledge available to you. All webinars and events are at no cost, but some events require RSVP.

👉 Learn more about how to secure your energy freedom! Visit SwitchTogether.com/Solar/Webinars

📍 Planning your visit to the City of Allentown's Juneteenth Celebration?

Check out the event map before you arrive!

The map includes:
✔️ Parking locations
✔️ Vendor areas
✔️ Performance and activity spaces
✔️ Restrooms and amenities
✔️ Handicap Accessibility
✔️ Rideshare drop off/pick up

We encourage attendees to review the map ahead of time so they can make the most of their day. Please note that parking is limited, so we encourage carpools and rideshares!

📅 Saturday, June 20
📍 Cedar Beach Park
⏰ 12PM – 9PM

We're excited to celebrate with our community!

Looking to keep your kids fueled and healthy this summer? We've got you covered! 🥪🍎

Check out Allentown's meal sites in the below images. Kids 18 and under eat completely free! No registration required: Just show up on-site and eat.

A huge thank you to our partners and the USDA Summer Meals for Kids program for keeping our community nourished all summer long.

📍Not in Allentown? You can still find free meals near you:
Visit: https://www.fns.usda.gov/meals4kids
Text: “Summer Meals” to 914-342-7744
Call: 1-866-348-6479

Allentown city offices will be closed tomorrow, June 19 in observance of Juneteenth National Independence Day. All city offices will reopen with normal operating hours on Monday, June 22.

This will not affect the trash collection schedule.

Get ready for our next Climate Action Plan community forum tonight! 📣

Join us for our next forum:
🗓️ Date: Tuesday, June 16
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 Where: Muhlenberg College, Seegers Union Room 111-113

More info: The City of Allentown is developing a Climate Action Plan: a roadmap to a healthier, more resilient city for all of us. But a plan is only as strong as the community behind it and that means we need your voice in the room.

We want to know:
● What should the Climate Action Plan include?
● What are your priorities for the future of Allentown?

If you care about your neighborhood, your health, housing, jobs, or the kind of city your kids grow up in, this conversation is for you. You don't need a background in climate or the environment to participate.

Let’s show up for the future of our city, together.

👉Register here for a chance to get a $25 stipend for your time with us!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfdt1CQBCdjndxcSdgEXJVjYnEDOhLg5RTNWjQVXZlfdYcfiQ/viewform

🎉 You're invited to celebrate Juneteenth with the City of Allentown!

Join us for a day of culture, community, and entertainment at our annual Juneteenth Celebration.

This year's entertainment lineup - The Cookout, curated by Blue Pulse Lounge, features an exciting mix of local and regional talent, culminating with a special performance by nationally recognized hip-hop artist AJ McQueen. Known for his inspiring message, powerful storytelling, and dynamic stage presence, AJ McQueen brings an unforgettable experience to this year's celebration.

In addition to live performances, attendees can enjoy:
🍴 Food vendors
❤️ Local vendors and community organizations
💚 Family-friendly activities
🖤 A celebration of Black history, culture, and community

Whether you're attending for the first time or continuing a cherished tradition, we invite you to come together with friends, family, and neighbors for a day of connection, reflection, and celebration.

📅 Saturday, June 20
📍 Cedar Beach Park
⏰ 12PM – 9PM

Learn more at allentownpa.gov/juneteenth

The City of Allentown is excited to honor Juneteenth with an incredible lineup of events celebrating history, unity, and Black culture. Grab your family, tell your neighbors, and join us for a week of commemoration!

● Juneteenth Flag Raising Ceremony: Join city officials and community leaders as we officially raise the Juneteenth flag.

When: Friday, June 19th at 12:00 PM
Where: Allentown
Bonus for residents: Cool off after the ceremony with FREE pool admission at Cedar Beach Pool from 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM (as capacity allows)! 🏊‍♂️

● Juneteenth Basketball Classic 🏀 Come out and cheer on our local athletes!

When: Friday, June 19th – Sunday, June 21st
Where: Cedar Beach Park Basketball Courts
Times: Friday (4 PM - 9 PM) | Saturday & Sunday (8 AM - 9 PM)

● Juneteenth Celebration Day 🎉 Our massive weekend festival is bigger than ever! This family-friendly day is open to all and free to attend.

When: Saturday, June 20th from 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM (Rain date: Sunday, June 21st)
Where: Cedar Beach Park
What to expect: Live music, DJs, and cultural performances, incredible local food trucks and Black-owned vendors, cultural showcases and art displays, kids' activities, community resource stations, and much more!

Let’s come together to honor the past, celebrate our progress, and build a stronger community for the future.

👉For more details, full scheduling, or updates, head over to www.allentownpa.gov/juneteenth

Stop by our downtown on Hamilton Street tomorrow June 13 for Blues, Brews and Barbecue!

This year’s festival will feature a special Red, White & Blues theme in honor of America250.

Admission is free! Come join the fun

Join us tomorrow, Saturday, June 13, at 1:00 p.m. to honor the legacy of Allentown basketball legend and dedicated community mentor Jerry Christian.

We'll be hosting a street dedication for Jerry Christian Way on the 500 block of Hickory Street, in front of the basketball courts at Clyde E. Bosket Sr. Park.