The Ritz Chamber Players present Juneteenth: Voices of Freedom
Published on June 18, 2025 at 10:05 pm
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Friday
Drag Queen-a-Palooza
Third Space Improv | St. Augustine
Drag Queen-a-Palooza promises a night of pride, empowerment and fun. Northeast Florida’s Queen of Comedy, Karrissa T. Wade, takes over Third Space Improv for a dazzling lineup of glam and camp drag performances and plenty of crowd participation. It’s an evening of live entertainment, self-expression and community. All are welcome.
200 Malaga St., No. 7, St. Augustine; 8:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m.; Tickets start at $27.09.; Tickets and more info.
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Saturday
Duval Comic and Zine Fest
Jacksonville Public Library | Downtown
The Duval Comic and Zine Festival returns with a day dedicated to DIY publishing, underground art and independent print culture. The free, interactive event brings together zinesters, comic artist and small press creators from across the Southeast for hands-on workshops, creative exchange, and plenty of zine and comic shopping. The family-friendly event all takes place in the air conditioned comfort of the main Jacksonville Public Library.
303 N. Laura St.; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free and open to the public. More info.
Saturday
Juneteenth: Voices of Freedom
JU Terry Concert Hall | Arlington
The Ritz Chamber Players present Juneteenth: Voices of Freedom, a season finale concert honoring the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. The program celebrates resilience, remembrance and the ongoing fight for equality through a mix of spirituals, classical works by Black composers and pieces that reflect the Black experience today. The concert tells a story of struggle, strength and, ultimately, hope.
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Terry Concert Hall, Dolphin Drive; 7:30 p.m.; Free and open to the public, except for $108.55 VIP tickets; RSVP required.
