June

National Caribbean American Heritage Month & National Immigrant Heritage Month

Jun. 1 – 30, 2026

June marks both National Caribbean American Heritage Month and National Immigrant Heritage Month. Since 2006, National Caribbean American Heritage Month has honored the rich culture, history, and contributions of Caribbean Americans to the nation’s development. National Immigrant Heritage Month, observed since 2014, encourages individuals to reflect on their own heritage while learning about the myriad immigrant roots that shape America’s unique story.

Resources

Juneteenth

Jun. 19, 2026

Juneteenth is an official holiday at the University of Arizona that commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. Join Arizona Arts Live for an evening of live music and dance performances, Afro-Caribbean food, and powerful storytelling in celebration of Black culture.

Events

Thursday, Jun. 25 | 4:00 pm | Centennial Hall Juneteenth and Beyond: The Art of Black Culture Through Movement by Theatre of Movement led by the School of Dance.