Black Community Events in Illinois

Join Black community events in Illinois celebrating your cultural heritage. Find cultural festivals, professional networking events, religious celebrations, educational workshops, fundraisers, and social gatherings that bring the Black community together. Stay connected with events that honor your traditions and create meaningful connections.

My Best Friend Is Black Show

Come out and catch My Best Friend is Black! An all-Black live comedy variety show that celebrates Blackness!

Thursday, 22, 20.00 - Thursday, 22, 22.00 Chicago, IL _$25

Pride & Independence: Chicago Black Pride 2025

Trade Ent, David Dodd Events, Rails Marketing Group and Chicago Urban Pride in Partnership with Alliance 360 Present Pride & Independence: Chicago Black Pride 2025! Have a great time in one of the most AMAZING city's in the Midwest while celebrating the excellence of Chicago's Black LGBTQ+ community during Independence Day Weekend (Thursday, July 3 - Monday, July 7). 8 Events...4 Days...1 Amazing Weekend! Need a VIP Weekend Pass?! VIP Weekend Passes are NOW ON SALE! Express entry to ALL events! PLEASE NOTE: The VIP Pass is NONREFUNDABLE & NONTRANSFERABLE. All events are for ages 21+.

Thursday, 03, 22.00 - Sunday, 06, 23.59 Chicago, IL _$25

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Children's Show at Muse Coffee Studio

Join us for the Girl Power Songs Children's Show at Muse Coffee Studio on the 4th Sunday of every month, 1:00 - 1:30 PM. Bring your little ones for a free educational experience filled with singing, dancing, and activities! Your children will learn about Black women while you enjoy your favorite beverage and baked goods.

Sunday, 25, 13.00 - Sunday, 25, 13.30 Chicago, IL _$25

2025 Chicago “300“ Black Women in White Gala & Awards Ceremony

Welcome to the 2025 Chicago “300“ Black Women in White Gala & Awards Ceremony! Join us on Sunday August 3, 2025 at 6:00 PM at the Hilton Chicago/Oak Lawn for a night of celebration and recognition. This event is all about honoring and empowering black women who have made significant contributions to their communities. Get ready to enjoy a glamorous evening filled with music, dancing, and inspiring stories. Come dressed in your best white attire and be prepared to network with other amazing women. Don't miss out on this unforgettable event!

Sunday, 03, 18.00 - Sunday, 03, 21.00 Oak Lawn, IL _$25

The Shops - Juneteenth Edition Pop-up

The Shops: Juneteenth edition will be taking place June 1st! Shop the collections of black owned businesses this weekend. If you’re a design business looking to go to market with your brand sign-up and secure your 9x9 vending space at Water Tower Place on Chicago’s Michigan Avenue at our FashionBar space on level 3.

Saturday, 31, 11.00 - Saturday, 31, 20.00 Chicago, IL _$25

Engineering Explorers Summer Camp 2025 - mHUB

Join the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) - Chicago Professionals Chapter for our Engineering Explorers Summer Camp! The program is a week long experience that will introduce children to various disciplines of engineering. Engineers from various companies like Adezu, Milhouse Engineering, Northrup Grumman, Shure, and UL will talk about a specific discipline of engineering, their company and their job. They will then do a hands on project having to do with that discipline of engineering and wrap up with a question answer session. This is a week long program from 9 am to 3:30 pm each day for 3rd - 5th grades. Lunch will be provided and fun will be had by all! Limited spots are available, so register today! *** Registration for this session ends July 1st, 2025***

Monday, 14, 09.00 - Friday, 18, 15.30 Chicago, IL _$25

Release The Silence: Navigating the Caregiving Journey

The Release the Silence conference is designed to help our community navigate the Alzheimer's and dementia journey. It is geared towards caregivers, future caregivers, and healthcare professionals who are looking for resources and support in the Black and African American community. During the conference, attendees will get to hear firsthand from experienced caregivers, learn about resources available to help with caring for a loved one and have the opportunity to make connections with others for support. This event was developed in partnership with: New Life Covenant Southeast, Chi Eta Phi, Alpha Eta Chapter, the Scottish Rite Prince Hall Masons, and our conference Planning Committee made up of local leaders, pastors, and caregivers. Join us in Releasing The Silence as we Navigate the Caregiving Journey together.

Saturday, 03, 09.30 - Saturday, 03, 13.30 Chicago, IL _$25

Latest People

Dedrick Gordon

Dedrick L. Gordon is the owner of Gordon Injury Lawyers, a law firm conveniently located in downtown Chicago and the Art District of New Orleans. He concentrates his legal practice in several areas primarily involving a trial practice in cases involving serious personal injury, medical malpractice, and wrongful death. Mr. Gordon is an Illinois and Louisiana licensed trial lawyer. Mr. Gordon grew up in Chicago, but maintains strong New Orleans roots. His father was born and raised in New Orleans, and his grandfather owned and operated a produce company in the French Quarters for many years. Mr. Gordon has successfully recovered hundreds of substantial settlements and jury verdicts on behalf of injury victims and their families. Recently, Mr. Gordon obtained a $3.125 million dollar settlement due to a hospital's negligence. Mr. Gordon has gained a reputation for his aggressive approach to helping his clients obtain the justice they deserve. Mr. Gordon was named a 2022 and 2021 Illinois Rising Star Super Lawyer, an honor bestowed on only 2.5% of the lawyers in Illinois each year, and was featured in Chicago Magazine. This is the second year in a row Mr. Gordon has been named an Illinois Super Lawyers Rising Star for his outstanding work in personal injury litigation. Mr. Gordon is a former associate of Nilson, Stookal, Gleason & Caputo, Ltd., a Chicago-based law firm with 30-plus years of representing individuals in serious injury, medical malpractice, wrongful death and workers compensation matters; that has successfully recovered several millions of dollars in jury verdicts and settlements on behalf of its clients. Mr. Gordon served as a member of the Board of Directors of the Cook County Bar Association and member of the Membership Committee of the Cook County Bar Association. Mr. Gordon is an active member of the Chicago Bar Association, Cook County Bar Association, DuPage County Bar Association, Illinois Trial Lawyers Association, Illinois State Bar Association, Louisiana State Bar Association, and New Orleans Bar Association. Mr. Gordon is a graduate of the Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law. Mr. Gordon worked for the Consumer Protection Unit and Homeowner Protection Unit of the Indiana Attorney General’s Office, and clerked for the Securities Division for the Indiana Secretary of State.

Chicago, IL

Nenye E Uche

A former prosecutor, Attorney Uche specializes in criminal/DUI and personal injury cases in Chicago, Cook County and in and around Illinois. As a criminal defense attorney, Attorney Uche has successfully obtained 'NOT GUILTY' verdicts in numerous criminal and DUI jury and bench trials. During cases that require plea bargaining. Attorney Uche has successfully negotiated great deals for clients, ultimately ensuring that his clients are exposed to the least damage. Within the area of personal injury, Attorney Uche also specializes in personal injury cases securing favorable financial compensation for clients including amounts in the millions of dollars.

Chicago, IL

Gbenga Longe

As a former prosecutor, Gbenga Longe has an extensive background in criminal law and knows how to get results. Throughout her legal career, Gbenga has handled thousands of DUI and criminal cases in Chicago as well as the surrounding suburbs. She carries an inside knowledge to winning cases. Gbenga is highly skilled in advocating for her clients and she will carefully analyze her clients' cases to determine the best course of action.

Chicago, IL