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SUMMARY:Juneteenth Celebration: Final Brick Laying Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:Join the 313+ Ancestors Speak Project for a special Juneteenth gathering in Elizabeth\, New Jersey\, as the community comes together to honor Black history\, legacy\, and remembrance at the 313+ Ancestors Speaks Monument. \nScheduled for Saturday\, June 20\, 2026 at 10:00 AM\, this meaningful event will take place at the 313+ Ancestors Speaks Monument at Old First Cemetery\, 42 Broad Street\, Elizabeth\, NJ 07201. The program will include the unveiling of newly installed commemorative bricks at the foot of the monument\, creating a public moment of reflection for the names and stories that continue to speak through this important site. \nAs part of the Juneteenth celebration\, attendees will also experience a special historical reenactment designed to deepen the connection between memory\, place\, and community. This gathering is more than a ceremony. It is a chance to reflect\, remember\, and celebrate in a setting that speaks directly to Elizabeth’s Black history and the city’s broader cultural story. \nThis event is also part of the GoElizabethNJ250 story\, helping connect local history\, heritage tourism\, and community engagement as Elizabeth approaches America’s 250th anniversary. It stands as a strong example of how public history can create meaningful civic experiences for residents and visitors alike. \nInterested in being part of the installation? Purchase your commemorative brick by May 22\, 2026 to be included in this phase of the project. \nFor additional inquiries:\ninfo@313ancestorsspeakproject.org \n\nEvent Details\nEvent: Juneteenth Celebration: Final Brick Laying Ceremony\nDate: Saturday\, June 20\, 2026\nTime: 10:00 AM\nLocation: 313+ Ancestors Speaks Monument at Old First Cemetery\nAddress: 42 Broad St.\, Elizabeth\, NJ 07201 \n\nFrequently Asked Questions\nWhat is the Juneteenth Celebration: Final Brick Laying Ceremony?\nIt is a special community event hosted by the 313+ Ancestors Speak Project at the 313+ Ancestors Speaks Monument\, featuring the unveiling of newly installed commemorative bricks and a historical reenactment experience. \nWhen is the event?\nThe event will take place on Saturday\, June 20\, 2026 at 10:00 AM. \nWhere is the event being held?\nThe ceremony will be held at the 313+ Ancestors Speaks Monument at Old First Cemetery\, located at 42 Broad Street in Elizabeth\, New Jersey. \nWhat can attendees expect?\nAttendees can expect a commemorative brick unveiling\, a special historical reenactment\, and a meaningful Juneteenth gathering centered on reflection\, remembrance\, and celebration. \nCan I still purchase a commemorative brick?\nYes. Bricks must be purchased by May 22\, 2026 to be included in this installation phase. \nWhy is this event important?\nThis event honors the legacy represented by the 313+ Ancestors Speaks Monument while also supporting Black history\, cultural tourism\, and the larger GoElizabethNJ250 campaign.
URL:https://goelizabethnj250.com/event/juneteenth-celebration-final-brick-laying-ceremony/
LOCATION:313+ Ancestors Speak Monument\, 42 Broad St.\, Elizabeth\, NJ\, 07201\, United States
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SUMMARY:Elizabeth 4th of July Celebration 2026
DESCRIPTION:  \nElizabeth NJ 4th of July Celebration 2026\nCelebrate Independence Day in the city where New Jersey’s story began. \nThe Elizabeth 4th of July Celebration 2026 brings together America’s 250th Anniversary and an Official World Cup Fan Zone Watch Party for a full-day waterfront celebration at Veteran’s Memorial Waterfront Park. \nThis expanded summer event blends patriotic tradition\, international energy\, and citywide pride with family-friendly activities\, live entertainment\, and a fireworks finale at dusk. \n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\nDate: July 4\, 2026\nStart Time: 10:00 AM\nFireworks: At Dusk\nLocation: Veteran’s Memorial Waterfront Park\nAddress Cross Streets: Elizabeth Avenue & Front Street\, Elizabeth\, NJ\n\nWhat to Expect\n\nAmerica’s 250th Anniversary Celebration\nOfficial World Cup Fan Zone Watch Party\nParade of Nations\nSail 4th 250 Tall Ships\nMultigenerational Soccer Clinics\nTournaments\nVendors\nLive Performances\nMusic\nRides\nArt Spaces\nGames\nFood\nFireworks at Dusk\n\nSet along the Elizabeth waterfront\, this celebration reflects the city’s role as a place where American history\, cultural diversity\, and civic energy come together. It is more than a holiday event — it is a public celebration of Elizabeth’s place in the national story. \nWhether you’re coming for the patriotic atmosphere\, the soccer energy\, the waterfront experience\, or the fireworks\, this is one of Elizabeth’s signature summer events of 2026. \n\nPlan Your Visit\nTurn the celebration into a full Elizabeth experience. Explore nearby restaurants\, discover historic landmarks\, follow upcoming GoElizabethNJ250 events\, and enjoy one of Union County’s most distinctive waterfront destinations while celebrating July 4th in Elizabeth. \n\nQuick Facts\n\nDate: July 4\, 2026\nTime: Starts at 10:00 AM\nFireworks: At Dusk\nLocation: Veteran’s Memorial Waterfront Park\nAddress: Elizabeth Avenue & Front Street\, Elizabeth\, NJ\nHighlights: Parade of Nations\, Official World Cup Fan Zone Watch Party\, Sail 4th 250 Tall Ships\, soccer clinics\, food\, performances\, rides\, and games\n\n\nFrequently Asked Questions\nWhat time does the Elizabeth 4th of July Celebration 2026 start?\nThe event starts at 10:00 AM on July 4\, 2026. \nWhere is the Elizabeth 4th of July Celebration 2026 held?\nIt takes place at Veteran’s Memorial Waterfront Park at Elizabeth Avenue and Front Street in Elizabeth\, New Jersey. \nWill there be fireworks?\nYes. Fireworks are scheduled for dusk. \nWhat makes this event different from a typical July 4th celebration?\nThis event combines America’s 250th Anniversary celebration with an Official World Cup Fan Zone Watch Party\, Parade of Nations\, tall ships\, soccer programming\, and a full day of family-friendly activities. \nWill there be family-friendly activities?\nYes. The event includes rides\, games\, food\, art spaces\, performances\, and multigenerational soccer activities.
URL:https://goelizabethnj250.com/event/elizabeth-4th-of-july-celebration-2026/
LOCATION:Veterans Memorial Waterfront Park\, Elizabeth Ave & Front St\, Elizabeth\, NJ\, United States
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