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Joplin Emancipation Celebration 2026

Community Events,
Kids & Families,
Fairs & Festivals

Joplin Emancipation Celebration 2026

Emancipation Celebration in Joplin, MO is the three-day cultural event held the first weekend in August, commemorating African American freedom and achievement. The event will be in Landreth Park (Joplin, MO). The celebration features a variety of free activities designed to engage people of all ages and backgrounds.

Joplin Emancipation Celebration

09:00 AM - 02:00 PM on Sun, 2 Aug 2026

Event Supported By

Joplin Emancipation Committee

417.438.4980

joplinemancipation@gmail.com

https://www.joplinemancipation.com/

Joplin Emancipation Celebration

PO Box 1102

Joplin, Missouri 64802

417.438.4980

joplinemancipation@gmail.com

https://www.joplinemancipation.com/