Black & Bronze Festival is a community celebration honoring Bronzeville’s legacy and the cultural impact of Black Chicago. The day-long event will feature live music, spoken word, dance performances, sports, wellness activities, local vendors and family-friendly entertainment. 

Date: Saturday, August 29, 2026
Time: 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Venue: Armstrong (Lillian Hardin) Park
Location: Chicago, Illinois

Live Music Performances

• Chicago soul and R&B tribute featuring Jessica Lá Rel and Vee Armstrong
• Chicago hip-hop tribute featuring A.J.IV, Da’ Lightbeam, Moyana and Dai Raps
• Chicago gospel tribute featuring Monica Anissa, Tramaine Parker, Skii George, Apollo Robinson and other performers
• Chicago jazz tribute featuring Khrys Royalle

Dance and Entertainment

• Footwork dance battle
• Battle of the Bands
• African drumming and dance
• Line-dancing tutorials
• Fashion show
• Performances by local dance groups

Health, Fitness and Sports

• Basketball tournament and dunk contest
• Hip-hop dance workshop
• Pilates, yoga and HIIT sessions
• Roller skating activities

Kids Zone

• Storytelling sessions
• Bounce houses
• Gaming truck
• Face painting
• STEM activities
• Beat-making workshop
• Frozen treats

 

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Legacy Lounge

 

Senior guests can relax in the Legacy Lounge, which will provide shaded seating throughout the festival. 

Visitor Information

 

Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets, family and friends for an afternoon celebrating Bronzeville and Chicago’s South Side community.

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