Juneteenth Foodways Festival

Join us for the 5th Annual Juneteenth Foodways Festival, made possible through the generosity of the Eli Lilly and Company Foundation, is a vibrant celebration of culture, community, and cuisine at the Benjamin Harrison Presidential Stie. Explore a wide array of Indianapolis’ most delectably diereses dishes crafted by out curated food partners, discover one-of-a-kind creations from our retail partners, and experience a dynamic evening of culture, connection, and storytelling.

New this year: The Dolly Johnson Legacy Stage, sponsored by Mirror Indy

Enjoy engaging programming throughout the festival, including:

• Live food demonstrations in partnership with Second Helpings
• A high-energy drumline performance by Braveheard Drumline
• Live historical reenactments of Dolly Johnson’s life presented by Freetown Village

This family-friendly festival invites you to see, taste, celebrate, and experience some of Indy’s most diverse offerings.

Tickets are free, but registration is suggested as a limited amount of walk-in registration will be available. Beat the crowds and get a welcome bag with swag and exclusive deals with our partners – upgrade your registration to an Early Access Pass! Click below to see an up-to-date list of food and retail partners and to reserve your spot!