Freedom Delayed But Not Denied
HoodTeenth
Our Declaration of Freedom and Independence
Juneteenth celebrates the day when enslaved people in Texas finally learned they were free, two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation. It's a celebration of freedom delayed but not denied.
HoodTeenth carries that same DNA of liberation and truth-telling.
We're celebrating freedom: freedom from negative narratives, freedom from limited expectations, freedom from the chains of others' opinions about our communities. Just as Jesus came from Nazareth to proclaim freedom to the captives, our hoods are producing liberators, innovators, and change-makers.
HoodTeenth is our declaration of independence from stereotypes and our celebration of the greatness that flows from our communities. This is when we gather to showcase our businesses, our art, our culture, our achievements, and our vision for the future. This is when we tell our own stories instead of letting others define us.
Come and see our entrepreneurs building generational wealth.
Come and see our artists creating culture.
Come and see our young people breaking generational curses.
Come and see freedom in action.
Freedom in Action
At HoodTeenth, you'll experience:
- A vibrant marketplace of local Black-owned and community-based businesses
- Art, music, performances, and storytelling rooted in our culture
- Youth showcases that highlight the next generation of leaders
- Spaces for history, education, and real conversations about freedom
- Celebrations of milestones, breakthroughs, and community wins
HoodTeenth feels like a block party, a festival, and a freedom rally all in one.
Who Shows Up for HoodTeenth?
HoodTeenth is for:
- Entrepreneurs and small business owners
- Artists, creatives, and culture-shapers
- Youth and families who want to see what freedom looks like up close
- Elders who carried the weight and still kept going
- Anyone who believes freedom is more than a holiday—it's a lifestyle and a responsibility
Stand With Us at HoodTeenth
You can be part of HoodTeenth by:
- Applying as a vendor or exhibitor
- Bringing your school, youth group, or community organization
- Sponsoring scholarships, youth projects, or marketplace spaces
- Sharing your gifts on stage or behind the scenes