DeSoto Parks and Recreation presents the Best Southwest Juneteenth Celebration. Howard Hewett, an R&B legend well known from his days with Shalamar, will headline with a free concert.

The entertainment line-up includes Go-Go music from Shawn Martin, Blues singer Phat Daddy, an opera singer, a children’s performance, and African dancers. There will also be a variety of foods, including BBQ, turkey legs, crawfish, hot dogs, nutritional drinks, and Juneteenth-themed treats, including tea cakes and red soda pop.