Black Community Events in Alexandria, VA

Celebrate 50 Years of Achievement with the AF Nupes in your best All-White attire. Catch a vibe with live music, drinks, food and vendors.

Free Juneteenth cookout with food, live music, games & faith! Join C4C for a fun, all-ages Christian summer kickoff & community gathering. C4C Summer Kickoff: Juneteenth Community Cookout You free Juneteenth? Join us for an unforgettable day of faith, fun, and community at our Christian Summer Kickoff hosted by Connecting 4 Christ! This all-ages event is the perfect way to celebrate, connect, and kick off the summer with purpose. Whether you’re coming with friends, family, or on your own, there’s something here for everyone. What to expect: 🍔 Free food & drinks 🎶 Live music from local artists & performers 🎲 Outdoor games & classic summer fun 🤝 A welcoming space to meet new people and build community ✝️ A Christ-centered atmosphere of connection and encouragement We’re bringing people together for a true Kingdom gathering—a space to celebrate faith, fellowship, and joy. Event Details: 📅 June 19, 2026 (Juneteenth) ⏰ 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM 📍 Fort Hunt Park – Picnic Area A (Alexandria, VA) 🎟️ FREE (RSVP required) Bring the whole family, invite a friend, and come ready to enjoy a day full of love, laughter, and connection. Don’t miss it—RSVP today!

Discover the history of Juneteenth through art, African drumming, vendors, and poetry that marks the liberation of Black Americans This free and family friendly event will be held in the gallery of the historic Athenaeum located in the heart of Old Town Alexandria. (DONATIONS ARE APPRECIATED) Discover the history of Juneteenth through, art, African drumming, vendors, and poetry that marks the liberation of Black Americans on June 19, 1865. When: June 19, 2026 Time: 6 pm - 8 pm (Artist’s presentations began at 6:30 pm) Where: The Athenaeum 201 Prince Street Alexandria, Virginia FOR VENDOR OPPORTUNITIES CONTACT KANIKKI JAKARTA For this Celebration we are thrilled to present Hostess: KaNikki Jakarta and three magnificent Artists: Ayanna Gallant, The HipHopMomma Princess Best aka “The HEALACIST” and 13 of Nazareth. Attendees will have the opportunity to talk with the artists and purchase their products after and in-between. The Athenaeum is offering Adinkra printmaking activities for all ages and artisans vendors include Great Publishing Company LLC and Aya Expressive Arts LLC/ HOST VENUE: The Athenaeum Gallery is the headquarters of the Northern Virginia Fine Arts Association (NVFAA). Founded in 1964, the NVFAA is dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in all forms of art, and to establishing programs that will enrich the cultural life of Northern Virginia and the surrounding metropolitan area. The Athenaeum Gallery exhibits work created solely by artists living or working in the region and strives to present visitors with a wide variety of excellent work and unique experiences. INFORMATION ABOUT THE CURATOR, KANIKKI JAKARTA: KaNikki Jakarta has been featured on NBC, WUSA9 and Comcast. She is the Inaugural Poet In Residence for Northern Virginia Fine Arts Association. She is an Award-Winning Performance Poet who has toured the US and the UK. KaNikki is the First Black Poet Laureate of Alexandria, Virginia, the author of three novels, two poetry collections, a memoir, a short story, poetry collection entitled ALABAMA GIRL, VIRGINIA WOMAN. She can be found on social media platform INFORMATION ABOUT THE PERFORMING ARTISTS: Ayanna Gallant is a musician, poet, voiceover talent, sound therapist, and educator. She earned a Bachelor of Music degree in Music Education and a Master of Education degree in Curriculum and Instruction. Ayanna has been a music and cultural arts educator for 21 years and performs as a freelance musician on low brass, voice, guitar, and African drums in venues all around the country. In addition to music performance Ayanna is a professional voice actor and shares her passion for creativity with her students and patrons of her cultural arts school, Aya Cultural Arts Studio in Frederick, Maryland. Ayanna Gallant Aya Expressive Arts LLC 13 of Nazareth™ is a poet and spokenword recording artist from Virginia living with epilepsy, a dry sense of humor, and peace of mind over everything. His poetry is a hip-hop inspired infusion of spiritual awareness, amateur scientific study and lived experience. 13 of nazareth's™ appearances and performances include The Juilliard School, The National Press Club, New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC), The Chrysler Museum, The Carter Barron as well as colleges, universities, public/charter/private schools and a variety of venues throughout the United States and marquis mix fueled by growth, driven by design The HipHopMomma Princess Best aka “The HEALACIST” is an international spokesperson for women and girl’s wellness, mental health and personal development through the arts. Specializing in self-awareness, self-care, self- actualization and spiritual healing. As “The HEALACIST” The HipHopMomma Princess Best Speaks to H.E.A.L (Heal/empower/amplify/activate/liberate) women and girls through the transformative power in lyrics. She is the author of the book, “MY BARZ HEAL SCARS: The WombPrince To Healing The Girl Within.’ Great Publishing Company (“GPC”) is a non-traditional publishing company that provides consulting, graphic design, and publication services for writers, by writers. GPC specializes in small-run publications and works with independent authors. We have been privileged to guide writers’ step by step along the path to becoming authors. The genres represented in our great catalogue include, but are not limited to works of fiction, non-fiction, poetry, self-help, memoirs and children’s books. Aya Cultural Arts Studio (Aya Expressive Arts LLC) is a cultural arts school and community arts space located at 6907 Baltimore National Pike units 15 & 16, Frederick, MD. We offer various cultural arts and wellness programs for all ages.

Founded in 1985 by a group of concerned African-American women in Northern Virginia, Black Women United for Action (BWUFA) emerged from a simple but powerful recognition: highly educated and professionally talented Black women were underrepresented in decision-making positions in education and government. What began as a local initiative in Alexandria, VA has evolved into a diverse, ethnically inclusive volunteer organization with members spanning the Washington Metropolitan area, multiple states along the Eastern Seaboard, and Canada. BWUFA's mission centers on advocating for women's concerns and improving the lives of impoverished, vulnerable families through empowerment and self-sufficiency approaches. The organization values collaborative partnerships and maintains a deep commitment to family preservation and community development. Beyond direct service provision, BWUFA serves as a cultural steward, raising awareness of overlooked chapters in African-American history and highlighting the community's contributions to building the nation. The organization's signature initiatives, including the annual Mount Vernon Slave Memorial Wreath Laying Ceremony, reflect their dedication to honoring heritage while serving present-day community needs. Operating from Alexandria, BWUFA continues to be distinguished by its diverse membership, grassroots methodology, and unwavering focus on uplifting at-risk communities and creating opportunities for vulnerable families to achieve self-sufficiency and dignity.

Founded in 1966, the Alexandria - Mt. Vernon Chapter of Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated has been a cornerstone organization for mothers and families throughout the Alexandria, VA area who are committed to African American youth advancement. We are a membership-based organization that brings together mothers of children ages 2 through 19 in a shared mission to nurture and develop future leaders within our community. Our approach combines leadership development, volunteer service, philanthropic giving, and civic duty as interconnected pathways to strengthening young people's character and capabilities. What sets us apart is our multigenerational perspective and our understanding that parental involvement and community support are essential to youth success. Members benefit from a tight-knit network of dedicated families who collaborate on initiatives that make a real difference in children's lives. We believe that by working together—through mentorship, community engagement, and shared values—we can help young people discover their potential and develop a deep sense of responsibility to their communities. The Alexandria - Mt. Vernon Chapter represents over five decades of commitment to this vision, creating lasting relationships and meaningful opportunities for growth among families who share our dedication to raising conscious, capable, and compassionate leaders.