Description
Black & Bronze: A Bronzeville Music Fest returns to Chicago on Saturday, August 29th from 1-7pm in Armstrong Park. Get your tickets at blackandbronze.eventbrite.com or learn more at linktr.ee/blackandbronzefest
Black & Bronze is more than a festival—it's an intentional celebration of Bronzeville’s legacy as a national epicenter of Black history, creativity, and cultural power. Held in the heart of the neighborhood, this day-long gathering pays homage to Black Chicago's unmatched contributions to American music, art, sports, and activism—while shining a light on the next generation carrying that torch forward. Join us for a vibrant day of performances, workshops, health & wellness sessions, sports, vendors, and community fun rooted in spirit and storytelling.
Bring your lawn chairs and blankets. Bring your people. Bring your love for the South Side. This is our moment. This is our music. This is Black & Bronze.
WHAT TO EXPECT:
🎵 MUSIC PERFORMANCES
Experience unforgettable musical tributes, where today’s artists honor the pioneers who put Bronzeville and Chicago on the map—from Nat King Cole to Earth Wind & Fire, Sam Cooke to Common:
A Tribute to Chicago Soul & R&B ft. Jessica Lá Rel, Erthe St. James, and Vee Armstrong
A Tribute to Chicago Hip Hop ft. A.J.IV, Da' Lightbeam, Moyana, and Dai Raps
A Tribute to Chicago Gospel ft. Monica Anissa, Tramaine Parker, Skii George, Apollo Robinson, Marquetta Jackson, Jc4U, 3DC, and David Wilson.
A Tribute to Chicago Jazz ft. Khrys Royalle
🗣 SPOKEN WORD: Bronzeville Past & Present
Our spoken word poets will share the rich, layered history of Bronzeville—its triumphs, resistance, and creativity—while drawing powerful connections to the issues shaping the South Side today. Featuring: Eros The Poet • Faith Overallat & Nuff Said • Josh Paul • T'Aura The Poet
💃🏿 MOVEMENT & DANCE PERFORMANCES
"Prime Time With Lime" Footwork Dance Battle
Battle of The Bands
Dance Performances by ChiBuck Movement, 3DC, and JC4U
African Drumming & Dancing by Victoria Djembe & Dancers
Line Dancing Tutorials
🏀 WELLNESS & COMMUNITY
Basketball Tournament & Dunk Contest by The Denard Bros
Hip Hop Dance Workshop with Diva Dance Studio Bronzeville
Pilates Session with Melanin Matters
Roller Skating with Party Movers
Training Sessions with Coach Julius
👦🏿 KIDS ZONE
Story Time Tent with Caught By A Tale
Bounce House & Obstacle Course with Pump & Play
Mental Health and Art Therapy with Bright Star Community Outreach
Beat Making with Intonation Music
Innovation Station STEM Activities with Project Exploration
👵🏾 SENIOR SEATING
Elders are welcome to relax in our Legacy Lounge, where they can receive shaded seating.
🏛️ HISTORY & EXHIBITIONS
Experience our archival walkway exhibition, documenting the history of Bronzeville and Black Chicago at large.
Get your tickets at blackandbronze.eventbrite.com or learn more at linktr.ee/blackandbronzefest