Athens Anti-Discrimination Movement

Let the count down begin. Hope to see you soon @ Classic City Juneteenth Music & Arts Fest. For the people, by the people Mokah Jasmine Johnson

Happy Juneteenth! “Freedom was not freely given, it was earned.”

Juneteenth Music & Arts Festival an event created “For the people, by the people.”

Join us from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Georgia Square Mall as we celebrate culture, community, freedom, music, art, food, and fellowship. We hope to see you there.

May 4, 2017, the Athens Anti-Discrimination Movement began to commemorate the Athens’ Day of Jubilee annually on May 4 - the day freedom came to thousands of enslaved people in Athens following the arrival of Union troops in 1865.

The Classic City Juneteenth Music and Arts Fest 2026 will begin with a powerful tribute to those who endured slavery and fought for freedom. Community members are encouraged to gather by 2:45 p.m., as the opening ceremony will begin promptly at 3:00 p.m.

Outside Georgia Square Mall, the celebration will open with a Libation Ceremony, honoring our ancestors and acknowledging the sacrifices of those who came before us.

The ceremony will be followed by a Bell Ringing, symbolizing the long-awaited announcement of freedom and the enduring call to justice. Live performances, vendors, and much more.. Visit our website for more information or to register www.aadmovement.org/events

Don’t forget to vote‼️

Each year, the Athens Anti-Discrimination Movement (AADM) proudly supports the Athens Miss Juneteenth Pageant, hosted by Shawania Lay founder of SLay Pageants . This year the event will be held June 14th, 6pm at the Morton Theatre. Visit Morton Theatre website to grab your tickets.

The contestants and winner will also be joining us again at the 2026 Classic City Juneteenth Music & Arts Fest hosted by Athens Anti-Discrimination Movement. Let’s celebrate our youth, our culture, and our future leaders!

Calling all justice warriors, community organizers, social workers, caregivers, and women who pour into everyone else… it’s time to pour back into yourself.

Join us next Saturday, May 23rd from 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM at Sandy Creek Park in Athens for a powerful space of wellness, reflection, sisterhood, and restoration.

Despite everything that’s happening, I am so grateful that our organization Athens Anti-Discrimination Movement has created space for women to heal, grow, lead, and simply breathe together.

The Athens Anti-Discrimination Movement Women’s Wellness and Justice Cohort has become more than a program — it’s a sisterhood rooted in healing, leadership, accountability, and collective care.

Ladies RSVP now www.aadmovement.org/events/womens-wellness-justice-community-meetup

Calling all vendors and community members.

Join us June 20th, 3-7PM for the Classic City Juneteenth Music & Arts Fest a vibrant, community-centered celebration honoring the legacy of Juneteenth through music, culture, art, food, wellness, education, and Black economic empowerment.

Hosted by the Athens Anti-Discrimination Movement and United GA Entertainment, the festival will take place on June 20th from 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM at Georgia Square Mall in Athens. For more info or to Register- www.aadmovement.org/events/2026-juneteenth-music-and-arts-festival

Youth Civil Rights Leadership Summer Camp: Travel, Public Speaking & Civic Engagement. Scholarships available.

The AADM Youth Civil Rights Leadership Summer Camp is a transformative, hands-on summer experience designed to equip young people with the knowledge, confidence, and leadership skills to understand history, speak up for justice, and build positive friendships. @

Register your child. Help them develop their speaking, communication, and leadership skills and how to advocate for themselves.

www.aadmovement.org/events/youth-civil-rights-leadership-camp-athens-georgia

The Classic City Juneteenth Music & Arts Fest is a community-centered celebration honoring Juneteenth through culture, music, food, family engagement, and Black economic empowerment. Hosted at Georgia Square Mall, this event will bring together local residents, small businesses, food vendors, artists, performers, community organizations, and families for a vibrant Freedom Weekend experience.