WE THE CULTURE – JUNETEENTH GAME & OPEN MIC NIGHT at 2620 W Main St – Alhambra, CA

✊ UNAPOLOGETICALLY BLACK JUNETEENTH GAME & OPEN MIC NIGHT

The 3rd Annual Juneteenth Celebration

Friday | June 19, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM

2026 EVENT NEW CAPACITY LOCATION – Capacity 100 people
~,2620 W Main St., Alhambra, CA 91801

Cross Streets: Fremont Ave & W Main St

Game Night · Open Mic · Soul · Free Food · Community · Free Beverages

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WE’RE BACK!!!

This Juneteenth, Connect 2 Rise is back for our 3rd Annual celebration — and we are building something intentional. A safe space where joy is the standard, community is the foundation, and every person in the room belongs. We are not just throwing an event. We are creating spaces that feel like home— a place where you can breathe, celebrate, create, and connect with people who are on the same mission. Come as you are. Leave knowing you are part of something bigger.

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Connect 2 Rise built this annual gathering because community is infrastructure. When we gather intentionally, we build something no one can take from us.

Come through to connect, celebrate, and invest in each other.

Our location has change but the vibe remains the same! Still indoor and outdoor and we will try to keep it around 100 guest so everyone is comfortable during open mic!

THE LINEUP

MUSIC VIBES + LINE DANCING…enough said!

OPEN MIC — 12 PERFORMER SPOTS AVAILABLE Poetry. Spoken word. Comedy. Singing. Rapping. Monologues. This is your stage — spit your truth, share your story, showcase what you’ve got. Spots are limited. → Performers apply here: https://forms.gle/LjfSAn5dVxHhnn2XA

GAME NIGHT VIBES Legendary Spades & Dominoes tournaments · Giant Jenga & Connect Four · Chess masters corner · Cornhole · Black history & culture trivia battles. Come to compete.

NETWORK, BUILD & CONNECT The room will be full of creators, community builders, and like-minded people on the same mission. Exchange ideas, build relationships, grow the network that grows us all.

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SPECIAL ADMISSION PRICE —

15 FREE TICKETS – COMMUNITY SUPPORT TICKETS

$5.00 Community Admission – No Tickets Sold At Door!

Free Food and Refreshments Available for all Guest! (While Supplies Last)
Your ticket helps keep this Juneteenth celebration accessible while supporting Connect 2 Rise’s mission to reduce isolation, build belonging, and create safe community spaces.

20 FREE TICKETS – COMMUNITY SUPPORT TICKETS

If you need a free ticket and they are sold out, just shoot us an email, we do not want finances to be a roadblock to join us: info@connect2rise.org

And every dollar goes right back into making more spaces/events like this one possible across LA County.

One price. One commitment. Show up on purpose.

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PARTNER WITH THE CULTURE

We are actively seeking sponsors and community partners who believe in what we’re building. Align your brand with Black joy, community investment, and real impact — and help us create more spaces like this one across LA County.

→ Sponsorship info: https://forms.gle/BM2Hvg92KELxLu7L9

VENDORS WANTED – 5 Spots avaialble, please email if you are interested. Business that sell Apparel, Candles, Books, Pre-packaged Food, Art, Plants, Home Decor, and/or Jewelry are permitte.

Email: info@connect2rise.org if you have questions prior to purchase.

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QUESTIONS? info@connect2rise.org (626) 561-0622

Celebrate Culture. Build Community. Create Connections.

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THE FINE PRINT

Your ticket supports Connect 2 Rise’s mission to provide accessible programming that fosters social inclusion, wellness, and community connection throughout LA County.

Release of Liability: By participating in this event, attendees agree to release and hold harmless Connect 2 Rise Inc., its employees, representatives, and partners from any and all liabilities, losses, damages, costs, or expenses arising from or related to any accidents, incidents, injuries, or property damage that may occur during the event. Attendance is at the individual’s own risk.

Photo/Media Release: By attending this event, attendees grant Connect 2 Rise Inc. the right to capture and use their image and likeness in future promotional and advertising materials, without further notification or compensation.

Refund Policy: No refunds for any reason, except in the case of event cancellation or postponement.