Auntie’s House: Black Fo’k - A Juneteenth Kickback (June Recap)
This one was for the culture.
On Juneteenth weekend, Auntie’s House: Black Fo’k – A Juneteenth Kickback brought the block to life with that real-deep-rooted, can’t-be-faked Black joy. We curated a day that felt like Sunday at ya Auntie’s, a HBCU tailgate, and a film school field trip, all rolled into one.
Inside, folks gathered for TV Time with the Black Auteur Film Festival, featuring three powerful screenings that gave space for reflection, laughter, and good ol’ storytelling. The kind that sticks to your ribs.
Meanwhile, the Main Stage gave what it needed to give. DJs EyeQ and ASHMAR kept the dance floor full and the vibes on go all day long. Seriously……they went off.
For the first time ever, we activated Milkman Bar aka Auntie’s Den across the street to keep the vibes flowing. With a record number of tickets, we knew we had to expand the house before folks even arrived. It had more of a kickback feel; intimate, cozy, and just right.
DJ JO and DJ Chellwithme kept the energy smooth and soulful—perfect for a lil’ chair dancing, head nods, and deep grooves. Folks posted up, shopped for records at the adjacent Sunshine Vinyl, and caught a vibe The Concord, a CBD dispensary tucked in the back. The Den gave us a glimpse of what’s possible—vinyl sets, chill sets, and more moments to come.
True to Auntie’s House style, we kept the nostalgia close with Uno, Connect Four, Spades, and coloring pages scattered throughout the space. Moments of play, laughter, and a few “you reneged!” accusations kept the energy light and familiar.
We also tapped into the legacy of the Black family photo with Naya Papaya’s Family Photo Station, capturing folks in their Sunday best—or their festival fly—surrounded by kin, chosen family, and good energy.
This edition of Auntie’s House reminded us that Juneteenth isn’t just about our history—it’s about how we live in that freedom today. Loud. Proud. Together.
To everybody who pulled up, thank you for showing love and moving with intention. We hope you left full—in every way possible. 🖤
