Buzz: A look at Juneteenth events across Tampa Bay this weekend

Christopher Curry | Tuesday, June 14, 2022 | Source: Tampa Bay Times

Events in Clearwater and across Tampa Bay celebrate Juneteenth this weekend.

Across Tampa Bay this weekend, a variety of events will celebrate the June 19 Juneteenth holiday. The selection of things to do includes markets and business expo events featuring Black-owned vendors and businesses, celebrations of African and African-American culture, live music, art and speakers discussing the significance and history of Juneteenth.

To see a list of events compiled by the Tampa Bay Times go to Juneteenth 2022.

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Chris Curry has been a writer for the 83 Degrees Media team since 2017. Chris also served as the development editor for a time before assuming the role of managing editor in May 2022. Chris lives in Clearwater. His professional career includes more than 15 years as a newspaper reporter, primarily in Ocala and Gainesville, before moving back home to the Tampa Bay Area. He enjoys the local music scene, the warm winters and Tampa Bay's abundance of outdoor festivals and events. When he's not working or spending time with family, he can frequently be found hoofing the trails at one of Pinellas County's nature parks.