Save the Date:
July 10-12, 2026
Denver City Park
2026 Vendor Application Is Now Open!
To find out more information about the vendor application visit the
Marketplace Vendor Application page.
About the Colorado Black Arts Festival
Join the Colorado Celebration of African American Arts and Culture for the 40th Annual Colorado Black Arts Festival, a vibrant, three-day celebration of African American arts, culture, and community. Enjoy a weekend filled with live music, visual art, cultural storytelling, and delicious food that reflects the rich traditions of the African diaspora. Take time to explore the festival grounds and support over 80 local artists, creatives, and Black-owned businesses in the marketplace. Entertainment will be ongoing across three stages, showcasing everything from traditional African drumming to jazz, hip-hop and R&B.
We are excited to share that the Boogaloo celebration parade will return as part of a traditional piece of the festival. The Children’s Pavilion will offer interactive, family-friendly experiences hosted by the Denver Museum of Nature and Science, Downtown Aurora Visual Arts, Art Garage, and more. Relax in the beer garden or cool off with a fresh-squeezed lemonade as you enjoy the festivities from your lawn chair in the heart of City Park.
FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
The Colorado Black Arts Festival is funded through the support of community donations, corporate sponsorships as well as generous grantors who are dedicated to preserving and amplifying Black arts and culture in Denver.
Meet the Artists
Each year the festival selects local Black artists to highlight over the weekend. Each artist has a unique medium and will share their artistic skills and visions through various pieces on festival grounds. Please stop by and speak with them and as always, support your local artists!
Check Back for the 2026 Stage Line Up
Adam Hawley (2025 Main Act)
KUUMBA Stage
We’re thrilled to welcome Adam Hawley, 17-time Billboard #1 artist and producer, to the festival as part of his Unstoppable 2025 Tour.
*Free concert*
The Colorado Black Arts Festival offers patrons the opportunity to experience a variety of music from our three stages over the weekend.
Official Sponsors
Associate Sponsors
Contributing Sponsors
Community Sponsors
Community Partners
