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Black Entertainment Events in Oak Lawn, IL

Experience Black Entertainment Events in Oak Lawn, IL that celebrate cultural traditions and create memorable moments for your community. These events bring people together through entertainment that honors Black heritage and fosters community connections.
Hyde Park Patio Sunset Party
Hyde Park Patio Sunset Party
This Friday for Juneteenth, We shut down the block for Chicago's biggest Juneteenth Block Party 🌅 Hyde Park Patio Sunset Party Eats • Drinks • Beats The patio vibes are back! Join us for an unforgettable summer evening at Ja’ Grill Hyde Park as we bring together great people, amazing music, delicious food, and refreshing cocktails for the ultimate after-work patio experience. As the sun sets over Hyde Park, sip cocktails, catch up with friends, and enjoy the perfect outdoor atmosphere with music by Resident DJ Mark Fuller & Friends. Whether you’re coming to unwind after work, celebrate the weekend, or just enjoy Chicago’s summer energy, this is where you want to be. Event Details 📅 Friday, June 26th 🕓 4PM – 9PM 🍹 Happy Hour: 3PM – 6PM 📍 Ja’ Grill Hyde Park 1510 E. Harper Court Chicago, IL Featuring 🎶 Resident DJ: Mark Fuller & Friends 🍹 Outdoor Patio Bar 🍽️ Delicious Jamaican Cuisine 🌴 Great Vibes & Beautiful Sunset Atmosphere 🤝 Mix and Mingle with Chicago Professionals Patio Policies 🚭 No Smoking on the Patio 🥤 No Outside Beverages Allowed Come for the food. Stay for the music. Leave with memories.

Friday, 03, 17.00 - Friday, 03, 22.00 Chicago, IL _$25

2026 Gala & Awards Ceremony
2026 Gala & Awards Ceremony
Get ready to celebrate and honor the best of the best at the 2026 Gala & Awards Ceremony - it's going to be a night to remember! Welcome to the 2026 Gala & Awards Ceremony! Come join us for a night of glitz and glamour at the Hilton Oak Lawn. Get ready to celebrate with the best in the industry and honor outstanding achievements. This in-person event promises to be a night to remember, filled with excitement, entertainment, and of course, the thrill of finding out who will take home the coveted awards. Don't miss out on this opportunity to network, socialize, and have a fantastic time. Get your finest ALL WHITE attire ready and mark your calendars for this unforgettable evening!

Sunday, 09, 18.00 - Sunday, 09, 21.00 Oak Lawn, IL _$25

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Starlight Sapphic Presents: Black Speed Dating @ William's Inn
Starlight Sapphic Presents: Black Speed Dating @ William's Inn
🌈 Calling all Black sapphic women in Chicago! Are you ready for a night of connection, fun, and maybe even finding your perfect match? Join us for a unique event designed exclusively for Black lesbians, bisexuals, and wlw ages 21-35. 💘 How It Works: On the night of the event, head to William's Inn to mingle, sip on drinks, and meet other amazing women in a casual, friendly setting. You will be provided a list of the names of the people you'll meet so you can take notes and identify those you would like to see again. There will be multiple rounds, 5 minutes each. The host will ask an open ended question at the top of each round as a conversation starter. There will be 1 break and time at the end to chat freely to anyone who catches your eye. You will receive an email or text informing you of your matches within 24-48 hours after the event. 🍸 What to Expect: A welcoming and inclusive atmosphere at William's Inn. Fun, lighthearted 5 minute dates. Opportunities to meet and connect with other Black sapphics in Chicago.

Saturday, 07, 18.00 - Saturday, 07, 20.00 Chicago, IL _$25

Black History Jamboree
Black History Jamboree
Get Ready for the Black History Jamboree! Join us for an awesome in-person celebration packed with fun, culture, and community vibes. Dive into the rich stories and vibrant traditions that make Black history so special. It’s the perfect chance to connect, learn, and enjoy some fantastic live entertainment. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable day filled with music, food, and good times!

Saturday, 07, 10.00 - Saturday, 07, 12.00 Chicago Heights, IL _$25

Black History & Black Love: A Reality Dating Show Experience!
Black History & Black Love: A Reality Dating Show Experience!
Celebrate Black History Month by making history of your own. Are you tired of the endless "talking stage" and ready for a real connection? This February, The Black Love Experience is taking over the country. Our film company uses HAX AI to match you to your date. We then over see commuincation, date plan, and provide a videographer to host and film your first date experience in a reality format! After 60 minutes, you can choose to continue the date, or turn the cameras off! You will receive a finished copy of your episode next day! Super fun!

Sunday, 01, 19.00 - Sunday, 01, 22.00 Chicago, IL _$25

Wingspan Game Night with Chicago BIPOC Birders!
Wingspan Game Night with Chicago BIPOC Birders!
Kick back for a chill night of Wingspan with Chicago BIPOC Birders! All are welcome, and no prior experience with the game is necessary (we'll give instructions and guidance for those new to the game)! Snacks will be provided! Wingspan is a competitive, medium-weight, card-driven, engine-building board game from designer Elizabeth Hargrave and Stonemaier Games. It is the 2019 winner of the prestigious Kennerspiel des Jahres award. You are bird enthusiasts—researchers, bird watchers, ornithologists, and collectors—seeking to discover and attract the best birds to your network of wildlife preserves. Each bird extends a chain of powerful combinations in one of your habitats (actions). These habitats focus on several key aspects of growth: Gain food tokens via custom dice in a birdfeeder dice tower Lay eggs using egg miniatures in a variety of colors Draw from hundreds of unique bird cards and play them The winner is the player with the most points after 4 rounds. If you enjoy Terraforming Mars and Gizmos, we think this game will take flight at your table Chicago BIPOC Birders is a local group of birders committed to providing space for Black, Indigenous, and other people of color to experience the natural beauty of our city and the broader Midwest/Great Lakes region. BIPOC Birders organizes birding trips, social gatherings, and education on birding for beginners.

Saturday, 31, 19.00 - Saturday, 31, 20.30 Chicago, IL _$25

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Hyde Park Patio Sunset Party
Hyde Park Patio Sunset Party
This Friday for Juneteenth, We shut down the block for Chicago's biggest Juneteenth Block Party 🌅 Hyde Park Patio Sunset Party Eats • Drinks • Beats The patio vibes are back! Join us for an unforgettable summer evening at Ja’ Grill Hyde Park as we bring together great people, amazing music, delicious food, and refreshing cocktails for the ultimate after-work patio experience. As the sun sets over Hyde Park, sip cocktails, catch up with friends, and enjoy the perfect outdoor atmosphere with music by Resident DJ Mark Fuller & Friends. Whether you’re coming to unwind after work, celebrate the weekend, or just enjoy Chicago’s summer energy, this is where you want to be. Event Details 📅 Friday, June 26th 🕓 4PM – 9PM 🍹 Happy Hour: 3PM – 6PM 📍 Ja’ Grill Hyde Park 1510 E. Harper Court Chicago, IL Featuring 🎶 Resident DJ: Mark Fuller & Friends 🍹 Outdoor Patio Bar 🍽️ Delicious Jamaican Cuisine 🌴 Great Vibes & Beautiful Sunset Atmosphere 🤝 Mix and Mingle with Chicago Professionals Patio Policies 🚭 No Smoking on the Patio 🥤 No Outside Beverages Allowed Come for the food. Stay for the music. Leave with memories.

Saturday, 31, 19.00 - Saturday, 31, 20.30 Chicago, IL 0.00

2026 Gala & Awards Ceremony
2026 Gala & Awards Ceremony
Get ready to celebrate and honor the best of the best at the 2026 Gala & Awards Ceremony - it's going to be a night to remember! Welcome to the 2026 Gala & Awards Ceremony! Come join us for a night of glitz and glamour at the Hilton Oak Lawn. Get ready to celebrate with the best in the industry and honor outstanding achievements. This in-person event promises to be a night to remember, filled with excitement, entertainment, and of course, the thrill of finding out who will take home the coveted awards. Don't miss out on this opportunity to network, socialize, and have a fantastic time. Get your finest ALL WHITE attire ready and mark your calendars for this unforgettable evening!

Saturday, 31, 19.00 - Saturday, 31, 20.30 Oak Lawn, IL 1350.00

Starlight Sapphic Presents: Black Speed Dating @ William's Inn
Starlight Sapphic Presents: Black Speed Dating @ William's Inn
🌈 Calling all Black sapphic women in Chicago! Are you ready for a night of connection, fun, and maybe even finding your perfect match? Join us for a unique event designed exclusively for Black lesbians, bisexuals, and wlw ages 21-35. 💘 How It Works: On the night of the event, head to William's Inn to mingle, sip on drinks, and meet other amazing women in a casual, friendly setting. You will be provided a list of the names of the people you'll meet so you can take notes and identify those you would like to see again. There will be multiple rounds, 5 minutes each. The host will ask an open ended question at the top of each round as a conversation starter. There will be 1 break and time at the end to chat freely to anyone who catches your eye. You will receive an email or text informing you of your matches within 24-48 hours after the event. 🍸 What to Expect: A welcoming and inclusive atmosphere at William's Inn. Fun, lighthearted 5 minute dates. Opportunities to meet and connect with other Black sapphics in Chicago.

Saturday, 31, 19.00 - Saturday, 31, 20.30 Chicago, IL 17.85

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