BLACK SAN DIEGO

Lux Adult Carnival
2026-04-11 13:00 - 19:00 (America/Denver) | Blu Temple, 1786 National Ave, San Diego, CA, 92113, United States
GROWN & PLAY: The Luxe Adult Carnival
Step into a daytime carnival designed for the grown, the playful, and the indulgent.
Curated by Chef Key Locke and CatchHer Ice Cream, this is not your typical fairground. Expect refined carnival bites, a decadent indulgence bar, interactive games with luxury prizes, and a DJ-guided soundtrack that builds from laid-back lounge to sunset energy.
The Luxe Carnival Kitchen
Featuring: • Lobster Corn Dogs with Truffle Aioli • Wagyu Sliders on Brioche • Jerk Skewers & Truffle Street Corn • Gourmet Funnel Cake Bites
The Indulgence Bar
• Spiked Float Station • Champagne Cotton Candy Cream IceCream • Velvet funnel cake • Strawberry-Kiwi freeze
Enjoy: • Adult carnival games • VIP lounge seating
• Golden hour DJ set • Photo-worthy moments throughout
This is a signature experience – playful, polished, and intentionally curated.
• Blu Cabana | San Diego
12PM – 7PM
21+ Event
Capacity
Saturday, April 11
Limited
Play bold. Sip smooth. Win something special.
Celebrating community and culture — a portion of proceeds will support 4-H San Diego youth initiatives.

The Sunday Slowdown
2026-04-05 11:00 - 12:30 (America/Denver) | 2970 Fifth Ave suite 320, 2970 Fifth Ave Suite 320, San Diego, CA, 92103, United States
2970 Fifth Ave suite 320
The Sunday Slow Down Meditation •Gentle Movement • Sound Bath • Tea & Nourishing Snacks

Pause before the week begins.

Join us for The Sunday Slow Down, a calming Sunday experience designed to help you release tension, reconnect with your body, and reset before the week ahead.
The morning begins with gentle, grounding movement to soften the body and release built-up tension. From there, you’ll settle into a deeply restorative sound bath designed to quiet the mind and support nervous system relaxation.
After the session, guests are invited to stay for tea and nourishing snacks, offering a gentle moment to integrate the experience, connect with others, and ease into the rest of the day.

This gathering is intentionally small to create a welcoming environment for rest, reflection, and community.

Session Times
Two sessions are available:
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM (In Collaboration with Women of Southeast)
Each session includes a 1-hour guided experience followed by 30 minutes to enjoy tea, nourishing snacks, and connection afterward.

3 Annual Family Food And Fun Festival
2026-04-04 12:00 - 16:00 (America/Denver) | La Mesita Park, 8855 Dallas Street, La Mesa, CA, 91942, United States
Fun family and food!!! Come Enjoy games live entertainment music fellowship in the name of Jesus!!!

90’s R&B Paint & Sip w/Karaoke
2026-03-28 20:00 - 23:00 (America/Denver) | Deseo Studio, 2015 Birch Rd #305, Chula Vista, CA, 91915, United States
Get ready for the ultimate 90’s R&B Paint & Sip Karaoke experience!

This is not your average paint night. We’re turning up the nostalgia with nonstop 90’s R&B hits while you paint and sing your heart out at the same time.
Choose a pre-drawn canvas (no step-by-step instruction), so you can sip, vibe, and paint at your own pace while grabbing the mic whenever your favorite throwback comes on. Whether you’re harmonizing to a classic or hyping the crowd with an upbeat anthem, the energy will be unmatched.
What to expect:
Live DJ spinning 90’s R&B
Open mic karaoke all night
360 Photobooth
Full bar
Food and dessert available for purchase
Dress to Impress Contest

Come dressed in your best 90’s-inspired look and show out. Think bold, fly, and unforgettable.
March 28, 2026
8PM–11PM
Deseo Studios

Faith beyond fear
2026-03-28 | new, 3889 Colina Dorada Dr, San Diego, CA, 92112, United States
Faith Beyond Fear Conference
Hosted by the Proverbs 31 Business Women Fellowship
The Faith Beyond Fear Conference is a gathering designed to inspire and equip women to move forward in life and business with confidence, faith, and practical skills. Rooted in the promise of Psalm 23:1, “The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want,” this event encourages women to overcome fear and walk boldly in their purpose.
Attendees will learn how to overcome fear, strengthen their faith, and develop a mindset for success in business and leadership. The conference will also feature powerful testimonies from successful entrepreneurs, sharing how faith has helped them build and grow their ventures.
Participants will also enjoy hands-on workshops in candle making, perfume creation, and lotion crafting, offering practical skills that can be turned into small business opportunities.
Join us for a day of faith, learning, creativity, and community with women who are committed to growing and thriving together

TANK VS TYRESE
2026-03-26 16:00 - 22:00 (America/Denver) | Blu Temple, 1786 National Ave, San Diego, CA, 92113, United States
Step into an elevated night with Tank and Tyrese featuring great music, signature drinks, and exclusive bottle service all night long, hosted live on Instagram by VS.

Grown Folks Saturday
2026-03-21 15:00 - 21:00 (America/Denver) | Spin nite Club, 2028 Hancock St, San Diego, CA, United States
March 21, 2026 at 3pm-9pm Day party on the RoofTop of Spin nite club 2028 Hancock St. San Diego, Ca. Featuring 4 Dj’s playing old school R&B and HipHop etc, from the 70s, 80s, 90s and early 2000. Vip Available. Tix go fast. Monthly event.
For VIP/Bottle service contact 619-798-4696 or Spinviphost@gmail.com. Tickets are available in the page bio link description. #grownfolksonly

Grown Folks Saturdays
2026-03-21 15:00 - 17:00 (America/Denver) | Spin Nightclub Rooftop, 2028 Hancock St., San Diego, CA, 92110, United States
Old school Hip Hop and R&B day party for the Grown and Sexy!!!

Young Women's Conference
2026-03-21 08:00 - 16:00 (America/Denver) | Mount Miguel High School, 8585 Blossom Lane, SPRING VALLEY, CA, 91977, United States
The Young Women’s Conference is a transformative event designed to inspire, educate, and empower young women. We focus on motivating young women to reach their full potential. Through engaging workshops, inspiring keynote speakers, and interactive activities, the conference equips young women with the tools and knowledge to navigate life’s challenges and achieve their goals.

Black Family Wellness Expo
2026-03-14 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Denver) | Bayview Baptist MLK Room
will offer educational enrichment,
community networking, and access to health resources. This community collaboration with the San Diego
Chapter’s National Trends and Services and Health and Human Services Facets prioritizes the following
focus areas for this expo:
• Financial Literacy – Financial Wellness topics ranging from budgeting and credit scores to
financing a car or even saving for retirement.
• Health Literacy – Financial capability (financial literacy coupled with access to economic
opportunity) has a positive, long-term effect on health.
• AARP: Are You Ready? Components for preventative measures during each specific life stage and
health, wellness and financial support and services to the 50+ community.
• High Expectations – Responding to the Drug Epidemic: Our goal is to increase our communities’
capacity to fight and resist conditions that facilitate drug use and addiction.
This event addresses health, educational and economic disparities that negatively impact the health and
quality of life for many in the San Diego community. Our event is part of The Links, Incorporated’s
nationwide Black Family Wellness Expos, held across the country throughout March, leveraging collective
membership to improve outcomes for Black families.
We are honored to feature CA Senator Dr. Akilah Weber Pierson, for a nonpartisan community forum.

1619NCBW COMMUNITY SYMPOSIUM
2026-03-08 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Denver) | Marie C. Widman Neighborhood Park Celebration, 449 RITCHEY STREET, SAN DIEGO, CA, 92114, United States
1619NCBW Community Celebration
Celebrate International Women’s Day with us at the 2026 1619NCBW
Marie C. Widman Neighborhood Park Celebration!
Event: 2026 1619NCBW Marie C. Widman Neighborhood Park Celebration (International Women’s Day)
Date/Time: Sunday, March 8, 2026 • 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
This neighborhood park celebration—located in the heart of San Diego’s Black Art District—brings community together around entertainment, culture, family, and fun while honoring extraordinary civic leader Marie C. Widman. It’s a great opportunity to connect with county‑wide attendees and promote your business or cause.
Ready to vend? Register your business and reserve your spot. Please register at: https://www.1619nationalcelebrationofblackwomen.com
Questions: If you have any questions regarding vendor registration, I can be reached at:
(909) 202-9711; or by gmail at: Registration: 1619NCBW@gmail.com
Thank you for supporting Black women and girls—see you at the Celebration!
Catrina Johnson-Coleman-Member
1619NCBW

Kal Marshell Weak Daze Reloaded
2026-03-06 20:00 - 23:30 (America/Denver) | CA
Live music, game show and conversation with Kal Marshell and his illustrious guest as they discuss entrepreneurial development, culture, and technology.

Color & Chill: A Wellness Experience
2026-03-01 15:00 - 18:00 (America/Denver) | The Block Club, 6403 Imperial Ave, San Diego, CA, 92114, United States
Color & Chill™ is an intentionally curated wellness experience designed for rest, creativity, and connection. This is more than just a coloring event. It is an invitation to slow down, unplug, and pour back into yourself.
​Set in a thoughtfully selected space, you will be welcomed into an atmosphere that feels calm, cozy, yet energizing. Expect soulful music from a live DJ, a grounding wellness experience such as a sound bath or guided moment of rest, nourishing food and refreshments, and the simple joy of coloring with Illustrated Melanin™ coloring books provided for you.
​Your ticket includes ($150 value):

​A guided wellness experience (suggested: bring mat or blanket for sound bath)

​Live DJ and curated ambiance

​All coloring materials and a take-home Illustrated Melanin™ coloring book

​Food and refreshments

​An intimate, welcoming space to relax and connect

​The organization we chose to give back to for this month’s Color & Chill™ event is, We Are Happy Period!

2026 Daygo Eatz
2026-02-15 | Syngergy CoWorking Centre – Imperial, 6785 Imperial Ave, San Diego, CA, 92114, United States

A Pre-Valentine's Day Soul Music Experience
2026-02-13 20:30 - 2026-02-14 01:00 (America/Denver) | El After Social Club, 815 Fifth Avenue, San Diego, CA, 92101, United States
cSet the tone for Valentine’s Day early with a Dinner + Live Soul Music night at El After Social Club. Enjoy an intimate, grown-and-sexy atmosphere with Bearded Pianist & Soul Patrol and Smooth Operator (A Sade Tribute Band). Fri, Feb 13, 2026 • 8:30PM–12AM • 21+ • 815 Fifth Ave, San Diego. Tickets start around $45.

Big Game Viewing Party @ Parq
2026-02-08 14:30 - 20:00 (America/Denver) | Parq Nightclub, 615 Broadway, San Diego, CA, 92101, United States
Big Game Viewing Party at PARQ presented by Next Level Entertainment and Motion EntertainmentWatch the Big Game on PARQ’s massive LED screen in the heart of the Gaslamp. Expect a high-energy crowd, game-day vibes, and drink + food specials all game long—this is not your average sports bar watch party.
Date: Sunday, February 8, 2026 Venue: PARQ Nightclub, 615 Broadway, San Diego, CA 92101

What to expect

The Big Game on one of the biggest screens in SoCal (big sound, big energy)

Drink specials + a special food menu available during the game

Sounds by DJ Daniel Gee (music + atmosphere between game moments)

A packed, elevated watch party experience inside one of Downtown’s top nightlife venues

NYE 2025 - Celebrity Club Crawl
2025-12-31 19:30 - 2026-01-01 02:00 (America/Denver) | CA
Join us along this club crawl visiting the hottest Hip Hop nightclubs in San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter!

Join us for an NYE experience unlike any other in San Diego. Experience VIP entry to some of the hottest Hip Hop, R&B and Afrobeats nightclubs in San Diego’s Historic Gaslamp Quarter!
Planned Venues: *Itinerary subject to change.
Dress Code: Business Casual
Check-ins will be at 7:30 pm and welcome shots are available at select locations. Purchase tickets now or text 858-356-7285 for more information

Deon Cole | New Year's Eve at Balboa Theatre
2025-12-31 19:30 - 22:30 (America/Denver) | Balboa Theatre, 868 Fourth Avenue, San Diego, CA, 92101, United States
Ring in the New Year with laughter!Deon Cole brings his signature wit and wildly relatable comedy to Balboa Theatre on December 31, 2025 for a special New Year’s Eve performance. Tickets and Meet & Greet packages are now available—don’t miss your chance to close out the year with one of comedy’s sharpest voices.
A perfect way to kick off your New Year with joy, energy, and unforgettable laughs.

B6 Business Workshops: Retirement for Entrepreneurs
2025-11-05 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
B6 Essentials Workshop Presents
Retirement for Entrepreneurs
with LaTonya Washington
Date: Wednesday, November 5, 2025Time: 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM PSTLocation: Online via ZoomCost: Free with RSVP

About This Workshop
Being your own boss should not come at the cost of your future. If you are a business owner or self-employed professional, now is the time to start planning for retirement. In this informative session, LaTonya Washington will guide entrepreneurs through practical steps to prepare for long-term financial security.
Topics covered include:

Retirement planning strategies specifically for small business owners

Understanding retirement account options like SEP IRA, Solo 401(k), and Roth IRAs

Tips for growing and managing your retirement savings

Action steps to help you start now, regardless of your current financial situation

About the Speaker
LaTonya Washington is a respected financial educator and business strategist who specializes in helping entrepreneurs and professionals build wealth with purpose. Her teaching style is clear, practical, and focused on real-world solutions for long-term success.

Who Should Attend
This workshop is designed for:

Entrepreneurs and solopreneurs

Freelancers, independent contractors, and gig workers

Small business owners and startup founders

Anyone seeking a solid plan for retirement on their own terms

Register Today
This session is free to attend, but space is limited.RSVP now to receive the Zoom link and secure your spot.
This is part of the B6 Essentials Workshop Series by Black San Diego, created to support business education and access to resources for minority entrepreneurs across California.

Ice Cube: Truth to Power - Four Decades of Attitude Concert at Viejas Arena
2025-09-27 20:00 - 23:30 (America/Denver) | Viejas Arena at Aztec Bowl San Diego State University, SDSU, San Diego, CA, 92182, United States
The West Coast icon. One night only. Enough said.

Amine at Cal Coast Open Theatre
2025-09-20 20:00 - 23:00 (America/Denver) | Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre at SDSU, 5500 Campanile Dr, San Diego, CA, 92182, United States
The multi-platinum rapper brings the heat live in San Diego.

Xzibit at Observatory North Park
2025-09-20 19:00 - 23:00 (America/Denver) | Observatory North Park, 2891 University Avenuue, San Diego, CA, 92104, United States
West Coast hip-hop royalty takes the stage. Expect raw bars, classic hits, and that signature Xzibit energy.
