HEADLINER
Big Sam's Funky Nation
COME CELEBRATE
ARLINGTON JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION
06
MONTH
21
DAY
'25
YEAR
Starts at 4PM
Presented by:
@THE LEVITT PAVILLION
What is Juneteenth?
Juneteenth, a combination of "June" and "nineteenth," has been a day of celebration in Texas for more than 150 years. The day commemorates June 19, 1865, when news of the federal order ending slavery in the United States reached enslaved people in Galveston, Texas—more than two months after the end of the Civil War and more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was issued in January 1863. The observance of Juneteenth is about the journey and achievement of African Americans – from a horrific period of sanctioned enslavement to the pinnacle of human endeavors. We, as a collective community, from all walks of life, are a part of this victory. We celebrate freedom.
Free Event + Impact
Service First Initiatives
Service First Initiatives, Inc.: A 501©(3) nonprofit organization, hosts the Arlington Juneteenth Celebration. Their mission includes improving boys’ lives through academic enrichment, mentoring, business training, and promoting health and wellness. The Juneteenth Celebration is a free event to the public but any donations go directly to serving the young men in the Greater Arlington community. All donations are eligible for a tax deduction.
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HEADLINER
Introducing
Big Sam's Funky Nation
... electrifying blend of funk, jazz, rock, and hip hop.
Big Sam's Funky Nation is a high-energy band hailing from New Orleans, known for their electrifying blend of funk, jazz, rock, and hip-hop. Led by trombonist and frontman "Big Sam" Williams, the group has carved out a reputation for their dynamic live performances that keep audiences on their feet.
... music with infectious grooves, punchy...
With a sound deeply rooted in the rich musical traditions of New Orleans, Big Sam's Funky Nation infuses their music with infectious grooves, punchy brass sections, and soulful vocals. The band has performed at major festivals and venues around the world, sharing their unique brand of funk and spreading the vibrant spirit of New Orleans wherever they go.
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... bringing the party and celebrating the joy...
Whether they're playing original tracks or putting a funky twist on classic hits, Big Sam's Funky Nation is all about bringing the party and celebrating the joy of music.
National Anthem Singer
Patreece Dade-Ohakam
Female Vocalist of the Year...
Grateful to the Lord for blessing her with versatility, Patreece Dade-Ohakam has showcased her gifts as a singer-songwriter, public speaker, actress, spoken word poet, and teaching artist. Beginning to sing in church at age 3, eventually led to her journey as an Indie Gospel Artist. In 2019, she was named as one of only two recipients for "Best New Artist" at the new artist showcase at the Texas Gospel Music Excellence Awards, and nominated for Heaven 97 KHVN's Homegrown Honors "Female Vocalist of the Year. Patreece is also a UTA Alum And a former Arlington ISD middle school English teacher. She can currently be seen in the film "Do It For The Gram" in a supporting role opposite reality t v star and radio personality Claudia Jordan. In spite of all of that, her greatest accomplishment is being the proud mother of Arlington high school junior Xander Dade.
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THE VENUE
100 W. Abram St. Arlington, TX 76010
LEVITT PAVILION
I-30 coming from the east
Exit Center Street and travel south (right at the stoplight) to Abram Street. The pavilion is at Abram and Center streets.
I-30 coming from the west
Exit Cooper Street and travel south (right) on Cooper to Abram Street. You will turn left (east). The pavilion is at Abram and Center streets.
I-20 (from the east or west)
Exit Cooper Street and travel north to Abram Street. You will turn right (east) on Abram Street. The pavilion is at Abram and Center streets.
Street closures
The streets surrounding the Levitt are typically shut down an hour before the concerts. These streets include Abram at Center Street, Abram at Oak Street and Pecan Street between Abram and Main streets.
Parking
All parking at the Levitt Pavilion is free in the parking lots all around the pavilion. Please look at the map below for available options. In addition to the areas shown below, concert-goers can park in the garage at 101 Center, Pinnacle Corp. on Abram Street east of the Levitt. The Tarrant County Subcourthouse and the Arlington Chamber of Commerce have parking lots a short walk away. Please do NOT park in the AT&T lot at the corner of 300 W. South and 100 S. West streets.
Please be sure to watch for small, private lots that have signs warning about towing. We have made every effort to work with our neighbors around the pavilion to use their parking on concert nights. The lots shown on the map below will not tow your car on concert nights.
COME CELEBRATE!
Plan a trip for yourself, your family, and your friends and join the thousands that will enjoy the food, drinks, & entertainment.
Helpful information
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What should I bring?To make the most of your visit during the Juneteenth Celebration at the Levitt Pavilion, bring a fun attitude, a lawn chair or blanket for relaxing, snacks and a cooler with beverages, including beer and wine (but no glass containers, please). Food trucks will be onsite the day of the event for those who would rather not have to pack a lunch. You might also want a hat, sunscreen, bug spray or other protection from Mother Nature. If it looks like rain, you might want an umbrella. Don’t forget the most important thing – your family and friends for sharing the fun, the music, and most of all, the magic!
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Where is the Levitt?The Levitt's Brock-Saxe Great Lawn: The Levitt Pavilion is located in Founders Plaza at 100 W. Abram St. on the corner of Abram and Center streets, directly across the street from City Hall.
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Where do I sit for the free concert?The audience is seated on an open lawn, which is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Please arrive early to be sure that you get your favorite spot! Please do not set up tents, beach umbrellas or other coverings that will get in the way of others seeing the stage. Also, please do not put any kind of stakes in the lawn that might damage the sprinkler system.
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What are the Health & Safety ProtocolsFor Your Health & Safety, The Levitt staff, crew and volunteers will continue to wear masks. For your health and the health of others, we encourage you to be considerate and wear a mask on the Levitt lawn. The Levitt has taken health and safety precautions to help make your visit to the lawn as safe as possible. Antibacterial stations are located by the restrooms and throughout the concert area. A cleaning crew will sanitize the bathrooms before, during and after concerts. Please do not attend concerts if you are not feeling well, have a temperature of 100 degrees or higher, or have been exposed to COVID-19.
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What about food and restrooms?There will be numerous food trucks on site for the event. The Levitt's restrooms are located underneath the Levitt Center on the southwest corner of the Levitt lawn. They include a family restroom and handicapped accessible restrooms.
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What about accessibility?The Levitt Pavilion and Founders Plaza are easily accessible for physically challenged patrons. All of the parking lots around the Levitt have designated handicapped parking. Ramps lead to the lawn on the Abram Street side of the park. All four entrances are wheelchair accessible. Wheelchairs can be parked all along the sidewalks, on the lawn and on a concrete pad near the front of the stage on the right side of the lawn.
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Is there a cellphone policy?We encourage you to bring your cellphone but please be mindful of others. Thus, during the concert, please keep your phone in silent or vibrate mode. We love Twitter, Facebook and Instagram, and encourage you to Tweet and post about the performers and the fun you're having during the show!
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What about my kids?All of the Levitt’s concerts are family friendly, and the Levitt lawn is a great place for the kids! Please be responsible for your children, and make sure they don’t disturb the people around you who are there to enjoy the concert. Please also stop your kids from littering, destroying any of the park’s beautiful plants, and for their safety, please don’t let them climb on or around the large speakers at the front of the stage. It also isn't safe for them to climb on top of any of the high walls at the pavilion.
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Can I smoke at the event?There is no smoking on the Levitt Pavilion lawn, including e-cigarettes or vapor cigarettes. If you must smoke, please move away from the lawn area. An Arlington city ordinance prohibits smoking within 50 feet of a city park. The Levitt is in Founders Plaza, an Arlington city park.
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What are the Park Policies?Founders Plaza, where the Levitt Pavilion is located, is a city park and falls under the policies of the City of Arlington Parks & Recreation Department. For the enjoyment of all our Levitt Pavilion visitors who are there for a pleasant evening of music under the stars, please observe these rules during your visit: Motorized vehicles are not allowed in Founders Plaza. Please park in designated areas only. Secure any valuables left in vehicles. Inline skates, roller skates, scooters, skateboards and bicycles are not permitted on the sidewalks surrounding the lawn during concerts and performances. Bicycle racks are available. Firearms fall under the same ordinances that govern the city and parks. No glass containers are allowed. Please clean up your area, and deposit litter in trash receptacles. Please recycle your plastic and cans in the recycle bins. Please keep pets on a leash. Please clean up after your pets