Father’s Day Events, Juneteenth, And More This Weekend In Western New York

Can you believe that we are already over halfway through the month? There are so many activities and fun events happening to kick off the summer, but you may be wondering…with so much going on around Western New York, where should you go this weekend?

For this weekend, there are a lot of events planned in Western New York and if you can’t decide on what to do this weekend, don’t worry; like every week, we have narrowed down the top events for this weekend.

Every Friday, Kadie's Kalendar takes a closer look at some of the best events going on around Western New York for that weekend, and while you may think there’s nothing to do, this list will prove that there is something for everyone!

There are 3 festivals this weekend, several Juneteenth celebrations, fun events to go with dad this weekend, and more!

There is something for everyone this weekend in Western New York, with so many different activities happening around the area.

Which weekend event is your favorite from Kadie's Kalendar?

There is so much to choose from on the list, I completely get it, but at the top of my weekend wish list, I have to go with the Dragonboat Festival. I’ve never heard of that before! Have you?

Of course, the Juneteenth celebration is important, and hopefully you are able to go. If not, there are other ways to celebrate the day freedom finally came back in 1865.

What is Juneteenth?

Juneteenth  is a federal holiday in the United States commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. On June 19, 1865, 2,000 Union troops arrived in Galveston Bay, Texas. The army announced that the more than 250,000 enslaved black people in the state were free by executive decree. The day, June 19, became known as "Juneteenth," by the newly freed people in Texas.

Whatever you have planned for this weekend, have fun and be safe.