Jersey City Art & Culture

Jersey City raised the Juneteenth flag in recognition of freedom, resilience, and the generations who fought to make the promise of liberty more complete.

Residents, veterans, community leaders, and City officials gathered at City Hall to commemorate June 19, 1865 and reflect on the lasting importance of Juneteenth in American history.

The ceremony included remarks, recognition of community members, and the presentation of a City proclamation honoring the work of the Frederick Douglass Juneteenth Celebration and members of the National Juneteenth Observation Foundation.

Thank you to everyone who helped make this meaningful commemoration possible and who continues working to preserve and share the history of Juneteenth.

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⚽️ Egypt and New Zealand are taking the pitch, and Jersey City is bringing the match to Bergen Square! 🇪🇬🇳🇿

Watch the World Cup action live on the big screen as the historic square becomes a gathering place for soccer fans, families, and neighbors from across the city.

📅 Sunday, June 21
🕕 6 PM–11 PM
📍 Bergen Square

The evening will celebrate the energy of the world’s game alongside Egyptian heritage, food, culture, and Bergen Squares local businesses. Come support your team, experience the neighborhood, and enjoy a match night that brings the community together.

🚨Please arrive prepared for security screening and bag inspection.
ℹ️ Outside food and beverages, lawn chairs, pets other than service animals, and other prohibited items will not be permitted.
🚫 Re-entry is not allowed, and children under 12 must be supervised.

🌧️ Today’s Pride Crosswalk Community Painting has been postponed.

Due to unpredictable weather conditions and the increasing chance of thunderstorms, the event will now take place on the scheduled rain date:

📅 Thursday, June 25
🕘 9 AM–4 PM
📍 City Hall, 280 Grove Street

All other event details remain the same, including the special performance by Manny Monroig. Registration is still required to volunteer.

Thank you for your understanding. We look forward to painting with you next week! 🏳️‍🌈

Register: bit.ly/pridecrosswalk2026

Join us at Berry Lane Park for a Juneteenth Family Festival, Saturday June 20, 2026.

Six Sundays. Six Tuesdays. Twelve nights of free live music at Liberty State Park 🎵🎶

SummerFest returns this July and August with free outdoor concerts featuring jazz, soul, blues, rock, Latin music, funk, Afro fusion, and more in one of New Jersey’s most iconic parks.

Whether you’re looking to discover a new artist, enjoy an evening with family and friends, or simply relax outdoors while listening to great music, SummerFest offers something for everyone.

🚐 Free shuttle service is available from the Liberty State Park Light Rail Station, with buses departing every 20 minutes. Free parking is also available.

🌧 Weather updates and any cancellations will be posted after 3 PM on event days.

➡️Visit jerseycityculture.org for additional information.

🇺🇸 History came to life at the Historic Jersey City & Harsimus Cemetery during its REV 250 Celebration 🇺🇸

Held in recognition of Flag Day and America’s 250th anniversary, the event brought residents together for an afternoon of music, remembrance, and local history. Mayor Solomon offered remarks, the New Jersey Symphony Chamber Players performed a patriotic concert, and Revolutionary War reenactors shared stories, maps, and historical knowledge connected to Jersey City and the surrounding region.

Set within one of Jersey City’s oldest landmarks, the celebration gave attendees an opportunity to reflect on the people, places, and sacrifices that helped shape our country.

Thank you to the Historic Jersey City & Harsimus Cemetery, the New Jersey Symphony Chamber Players, participating veterans and reenactors, and everyone who helped bring this history to life.

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Jersey City will raise the Juneteenth flag in recognition of freedom, resilience, and the continued importance of honoring African American history.

Residents are invited to gather at City Hall on Wednesday, June 17 at 3:30 PM for the Annual Juneteenth Independence Day Flag Raising Ceremony.

Presented with the Frederick Douglass Juneteenth Celebration and members of the National Juneteenth Observation Foundation, the ceremony will commemorate June 19, 1865 and reflect on Juneteenth’s place in America’s ongoing celebration of freedom.

We hope you’ll join us for this meaningful occasion.

📍 City Hall Council Chambers
280 Grove Street

🇵🇭 Jersey City proudly commemorated the 128th anniversary of Philippine Independence and celebrated 36 years of the Philippine American Friendship Community (PAFCOM) Inc.

Residents, community leaders, honorees, and elected officials gathered at City Hall for a flag-raising ceremony filled with cultural performances, traditional attire, and reflections on the history and contributions of Filipino Americans in Jersey City and beyond.

For more than three decades, PAFCOM has strengthened the Filipino-American community through cultural programming, education, community engagement, and service throughout Jersey City and the Tri-State area.

Thank you to PAFCOM and everyone who helped make this meaningful celebration possible.

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Some summer nights are meant to be wicked…for good. 🧹✨

Wicked: For Good takes over Thomas McGovern Park on Tuesday, June 16 at 8:30 PM as part of Movies in the Park.

Settle in with your chairs, blankets, friends, and family for a free evening of magic, music, friendship, and a little journey back to Oz.

No broomstick required. Just follow the yellow brick road to McGovern Park.