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2025 Black Arts and Cultural Festival

This two-day celebration of Black arts and culture features live performances by chart-topping artists, art exhibitions, delicious food, and more!

When and where

Date and time

Friday, Aug 1, 2025 until Saturday, Aug 2, 2025
See Below for Dates & Times

Address

Empire State Plaza Albany, NY 12242

Cost

FREE ADMISSION

Hosted By

About this event

2025 Schedule

Friday, August 1

  • Black Arts & Cultural Festival Gospel Night - An evening of inspiring musical devotion.
    • 5PM-8PM

Saturday, August 2

  • Grand Rising Health & Wellness Fair - Black Arts & Cultural Festival Day Two
    • 10AM-2PM
  • Black Arts & Cultural Festival Concert Finale - Featuring R&B Boy Band Dru Hill
    • 5PM-8PM

https://empirestateplaza.ny.gov/black-arts-cultural-festival


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