Four years after being officially recognized as a national holiday, Juneteenth will be celebrated throughout City with an expansive lineup of events, many of them free.

Juneteenth events in NYC this year include festivals, musical performances, comedy shows and family-friendly activities. Many festivities take place on the actual day—Thursday, June 19—but other events will run throughout the weekend, so you can keep the party going. Read on for our top Juneteenth picks and catch our full guide to the holiday here.

USPS will not be open for mail on Juneteenth, since it's a federal holiday. Post offices will be closed, and there will not be any mail delivery. FedEx and UPS, however, will be open as usual. The Federal Reserve System recognizes Juneteenth as a holiday, so most major banks are closed.