The seventh annual Juneteenth Jubilee, organized by the Fishers Arts Council and students from Fishers High School’s Future Black Leaders club, is scheduled for Friday, June 19, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Conner Prairie.
The annual community celebration, managed by students since 2020, will feature Black-owned businesses, visual artists, culinary artists, community organizations, and live entertainment. This year marks the fourth consecutive year the event has been hosted at Conner Prairie.
Organizers say more than 2,000 people attended last year’s event.
The Juneteenth Jubilee is led by students in the Future Black Leaders club at Fishers High School, who oversee event planning, vendor coordination, entertainment, educational materials, and fundraising efforts.
“Juneteenth marks the celebration of freedom for many African American people,” student organizer Gianna Fowler said in a statement. “It celebrates liberty and independence.”
Another student organizer, Sondos Mertami, said the event also serves as an educational opportunity for the community.
“Juneteenth is important to the Fishers community because it brings people together and raises awareness of the holiday, allowing people to learn about the history behind it,” Mertami said.
Les Reinhardt, executive director of the Fishers Arts Council, praised the work of the student organizers.
“Working alongside these incredible student leaders is an inspiration,” Reinhardt said. “We are proud to support these students and the amazing event they create for the community year after year. They decide what will be offered, coordinate with the vendors and entertainment, create educational materials, and fundraise. It’s truly amazing to see the power of what our youth can make happen in Fishers.”
Organizers say approximately 30 vendor spaces remain available for businesses and artists interested in participating in the event. The application deadline is May 19.
Additional sponsorship opportunities are also available for businesses wishing to support the event.
More information about vendor registration and sponsorships can be found at Fishers Arts Council.