On Thursday, June 19, a Juneteenth Celebration at Wrigley Field will emphasize the support of Black entrepreneurship, culture and community in recognition of the national holiday. The celebration will include the return of the Black Entrepreneur Experience where Black business owners will once again 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:
- Eclectic Artistry Boutique
- Gladiator Gear
- Your Organic Inner G
- Eden Place Farms
- and more
Pregame festivities will include both the Black national anthem and national anthem sung by the Leo Catholic High School choir and a ceremonial first pitch will be thrown out by Chicago urban historian Dilla. Bill Madlock will sing the seventh-inning stretch.