On Friday, June 19, a Juneteenth Celebration will be held at Wrigley Field in recognition of the national holiday. The celebration will include the return of the Black Entrepreneur Experience where Black business owners will showcase their incredible products at Gallagher Way for Cubs fans to enjoy and experience firsthand. The experience will open at 10:50 a.m. CT.
Some of the businesses participating include:
- Edibles By Design
- Gratitude Chicago
- Mag's Legacy Cakes and More
- Ruby Fine Hibiscus Tea
- Taylor's Tacos
Chicago-born blues guitarist and vocalist Wayne Baker Brooks will also perform at Gallagher Way before the game.
The celebration continues inside the ballpark with the Leo Catholic High School choir singing the Black national anthem and a check presentation to UNCF, a philanthropic organization supporting HBCUs and empowering college students through scholarships and academic programs.