Milwaukee Juneteenth Photowalk 2026

We're back with another year at one of the oldest and largest Juneteenth celebrations in the United States. We invite creatives to join our Annual Juneteenth Photowalk on Friday, June 19, 2026. This photowalk offers a unique opportunity to visually archive that legacy through your lens.

This experience is open to photographers of all levels who want to capture the spirit of Milwaukee’s Historic Juneteenth celebration while connecting with fellow visual storytellers. Northcott Neighborhood House has extended Juneteenth celebrations to the Henry Maier Festival Park.

10 photographers will have the opportunity to capture Juneteenth at one of the largest music festivals in the country, Summerfest on Thursday, June 18th! Selected participants will receive media pass access for gear to document the Summerfest Opening Ceremony at the Aurora Pavilion, and the festival grounds afterwards.

Thursday, June 18th (Application opens on May 16th)

• Complimentary Admission to Summerfest on June 18th.
• Media Pass access with gear for the Opening Ceremony at Aurora Pavilion Stage (6:00-7:00PM).
• Summerfest Photowalk allows for opportunities to capture community leaders, the Juneteenth court, live moments, and cultural pride.
• Opportunity to be featured in collaborated post & stories on Summerfest official social pages.

Friday, June 19th

• Kick off the day at the Juneteenth Parade (9:00 AM - 10:30 AM)
• Break for lunch + connect with fellow creatives
• Photowalk through the festival and surrounding neighborhoods (1:00 PM - 3:00 PM)

Bring your camera, your eye, and your energy. Whether you're shooting with a DSLR, film, or your phone—your perspective matters.

📍 Milwaukee, WI
📅 Friday, June 19, 2026
🕘 Start: Summerfest Music Festival | End: Juneteenth Festival

This event is free to participate in and designed to center black photographers, with priority given to those based in Wisconsin. Interested in learning more about the Summerfest Session - sign up for the workshop here.

📸 Learn more about Juneteenth: https://www.juneteenthmilwaukee.com/

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