18th & Vine Arts Festival

The 18th & Vine Arts Festival is committed to celebrating Black art and culture by providing a platform for established and emerging Black artists to showcase their work, network with fellow creatives, and honor the powerful impact Black art has on the world. We are proud to host over 70 creatives to showcase their art over the three day weekend.
The theme of the festival is Afrofuturism, described by festival organizers as a Black liberation movement where methods and modes of arts collide to create a utopian world through the Black cultural lens. The festival will introduce futurism to the 18th and Vine District while also remembering the area’s impact and historical legacy, and will be documented by PBS to be released later this year.
Tickets on sale now
Single day and weekend passes are now available for purchase online at www.18thandvineartsfest.com. Every ticket is an opportunity to embrace history, community, and creativity in its purest form.
Friday, September 29 –– An evening of Fashion and Style: Kick off the weekend with an enchanting blend of networking, followed by an exclusive fashion show. The evening culminates in live music that sets the tone for what's to come.
Saturday, September 30 –– Celebration of Music: Embark on a musical journey from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. with diverse genres, including soulful R&B, reggae, jazz and pulsating Afrobeat. It's a day dedicated to the rhythms that unite us. DJs Brian B. Shynin and DJ Gio will take the stage all day, performing in between bands.
Sunday, October 1 –– Community and Youth Day: Dive deep into collaborative art workshops and installations, and get inspired by the youth artists showcasing their talent. The day wraps up with a tribute to the community and artistic displays.