BLK Girl Fest
Celebrating black women through culture, music, creativity, and health/wellness
BLK Girl Festival celebrates, uplifts, and empowers Black women through a vibrant mix of culture, music, creativity, health, and wellness. Our mission is to create a space where Black women can connect, express their individuality, and foster community. We aim to promote healing, self-love, and holistic well-being by providing an inclusive environment where Black women and allies can celebrate the richness of our heritage and contributions. Through immersive experiences, we inspire participants to embrace their power, build connections, and leave feeling rejuvenated and inspired.
Theme Essence: “Unapologetically Her”
Bold. Free. Whole.
When: Saturday, July 25th, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM CST
Location: Baird Center 405 W Kilbourn Ave Milwaukee, WI. 53203
BLK Girl Fest is an intentional celebration of Black women, our creativity, our healing, our brilliance and our community. Rooted in empowerment and connection, this festival was created as a space where Black women can show up fully, freely and unapologetically. This is more than an event. It’s an experience.
BLK Girl Fest exists to amplify Black voices and lived experiences. Support and spotlight Black-owned businesses. Create access to culturally affirming wellness experiences. Foster meaningful dialogue through intentional panel conversations. Build authentic community rooted in joy, healing and collective growth
We believe in a space where rest is normalized, creativity is celebrated, and economic empowerment is intentional.
You should attend BLK Girl Fest if you’re ready to connect with like-minded women in a powerful, uplifting environment. Support and shop Black-owned businesses. Experience wellness activations like yoga and sound healing. Be inspired by performers, speakers and creatives. Move your body, laugh, dance and celebrate yourself.
This festival is designed for the woman who wants to be in community without shrinking, who wants joy without apology and who understands that healing and celebration can coexist.
BLK Girl Fest is where culture meets care.
Where creativity meets connection.
Where you get to be Unapologetically Her.
What to Expect:
Main Stage
Live music, spoken word and powerful panel conversations on healing, creativity, and authenticity.
Wellness Experience
Yoga, sound healing and mindfulness sessions guided by local wellness practitioners.
Marketplace
Shop with Black-owned, women-owned brands offering skincare, art, fashion, books, food and more.
VIP LUX Lounge – “Unapologetically Luxe”
Exclusive access to a luxury healing lounge featuring “, mini massages, photo experiences and a premium gift bag.
DJ & Performance Lineup
Curated sounds and performances from Milwaukee’s finest Black artists and DJs.
Ticket Options:
Ticket Type Includes:
General Admission Access to all festival activities and marketplace.
VIP Experience All-day access plus entry to the Unapologetically Luxe Lounge, a luxury gift bag, reserved seating, and exclusive perks.
Bring a Bestie Pass Perfect for you and your sister-friend to experience BLK Girl Fest together.
FAQ’s
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BLK Girl Fest is for women to obtain, share resources, while engaging in festival activities such as food/business vendors, listen to guest speakers, dance to live performances and mingle with other black women in the space. This is the time to experience health and wellness with an exciting twist.
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BLK Girl Festival is Saturday, July 25th, 2026 at the Baird Center in Milwaukee, WI.
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If you are interested in being a part of BLK Girl Fest, complete the application of your interest.
Panel Speaker
If interested in showcasing your gifts and a talents please send us an email at blkgirlfest@gmail.com
Please allow 24-48 hours to respond. Thank you for your interest.
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If interested in donating or becoming a sponsor, visit our donation page or if writing a check please contact us via email at blkgirlfest@gmail.com
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Tickets can be purchased on our website using this link.