A full day of food, music, art, and celebration
Oakland’s Black-led summer tradition returns to the Oakland Museum of California (OMCA) for its biggest year yet. Hella Juneteenth Festival 2025, presented by Hella Creative, invites the community to gather in celebration of Black freedom, creativity, and legacy—through food, music, art, and collective joy.
This year’s celebration features a multi-day schedule filled with intentional, joyful experiences:
Wednesday, June 18
Freedom Run 5K – A community run/walkaround Lake Merritt, in partnership with Renegade Running and Town Strides, honoring movement as a form of resilience, energy, and bliss
Futureproof Dinner – A culinary time travel experience curated by Last Supper Societyand Chef Michele McQueen, featuring top Black chefs from across the country
Thursday, June 19 (Festival Day)
12–5 pm | OMCA Garden & Amphitheater
Two stages of live music across the garden and amphitheater
The return of the Cookout Plate, spotlighting beloved Black chefs and restaurants. Last year’s plate featured dishes from Sobre Mesa, Smokin’ Woods BBQ, and Town Fare — and this year’s lineup is shaping up to be just as unforgettable
Futureproof is a tech-meets-art installation exploring liberation through creativity
A curated selection of Black-owned vendors and community partners
Interactive, family-friendly programming, including lawn games, a Kids’ Zone, and line dancing.
Expanded VIP experience with upgraded amenities, curated drink tastings, and exclusive access to the Town Fare Sun Deck
And many more surprises to come
