Here’s a list of Black History Month events in Southern California by date. Share your celebrations with #7eyewitness!
California African American Museum
Jan.17
CAAM Free Tuesday – Saturday
600 State Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90037
The California African American Museum (CAAM) focuses on enrichment and education on the cultural heritage and history of African Americans with a focus on California and western United States. Admission is free to all visitors. The California African American Museum’s mission is to research, collect, preserve, and interpret for public enrichment the history, art, and culture of African Americans with an emphasis on California and the western United States.
caamuseum.org
The Watts Culture Fest
Jan. 24
10950 South Central Avenue, Los Angeles, CA
The Watts Culture Fest is back in full effect with food, music, wrestling, art workshops, jumpers, and so much more. Pull up and vibe for another unforgettable time. Don’t miss it!
forestlawn.com
Harlan Avenue Girl
Jan. 25
Highways Performance Space and Gallery, 1651 18th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90404
Harlan Avenue Girl is a powerful one-woman show that blends storytelling, poetry, and performance to trace one woman’s journey toward self-discovery. From the bright-eyed child who dreamed of Broadway to the educator, activist, and poet she becomes, Kenya E. Williams confronts the realities of race, colorism, and systemic injustice while celebrating resilience, love, and legacy.
forestlawn.com
Altadena/Leimert Park Art Walk: Threads of Unity
Jan. 25
KAOS Network, 4343 Leimert Boulevard, Leimert Park, CA 90008
This free, family-friendly event features a community resource fair as well as music, dance, and poetry performances, special guests, and more. Light refreshments will be served.
forestlawn.com
To Be Free: The Revolutionary Music of Nina Simone
Jan. 26
Bovard Auditorium, 3551 Trousdale Parkway Los Angeles, CA 90089
Presented by the USC Thornton School of Music as part of Nina Simone: Beyond Category, TO BE FREE is a one-night-only concert celebrating Nina Simone’s classical training and her genre-defying musical legacy. From her grounding in Bach and Czerny to her fearless fusion of classical music with blues, jazz, gospel, and song, Simone forged a singular artistic voice that spoke truth to power and continues to resonate today.
forestlawn.com
Make A Move Champions Chess Tournament
Jan. 31
Forest Lawn Glendale
301 North Tamarind Ave, Compton, CA
$50 registration for players. Free Entry for spectators & community guests.
forestlawn.com
Black History Month Celebration
Jan. 31
Forest Lawn Glendale
1712 S. Glendale Ave., Glendale, CA 91205
This free, family-friendly event features a community resource fair as well as music, dance, and poetry performances, special guests, and more. Light refreshments will be served.
forestlawn.com
Black History Month Reading Challenge
Feb. 1 – Feb. 28
Santa Monica Main Library
601 Santa Monica Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90401
Explore the rich history and achievements of Black men and women through books honored with the Coretta Scott King Book Award. Log your reading to earn badges and entry into a book pack drawing. For ages 12 – 17. Registration begins Sunday, February 1 at smpl.beanstack.org.
www.santamonica.gov
Stacey Abrams: Rise Up Founder’s Day Experience
Feb. 1
First African Methodist Episcopal Church
2270 South Harvard Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90018
Stacey Abrams takes the pulpit at the preeminent First A.M.E. Church of Las Angeles to deliver a roadmap for our survival: The 10 Steps to Survive Autocracy and Defend Democracy. Hosted by Bishop Francine Brookins and Pastor Timothy E. Tyler, we are calling every leader, every family, and every citizen to show up in great numbers.
naacplosangeles.org/
Prosperity Market
Feb. 2
Hilltop Coffee + Kitchen
4427 W. Slauson Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90043
The day will feature farmers market favorites including prepared foods, artisanal goods, and more. Plus, Prosperity Market will also offer special activities for kids, a DJ, and more.
prosperitymarketla.com
My Father’s Shadow: Presented by Nollywood in Hollywood
Feb. 3
The Eileen Norris Cinema Theater at the Frank Sinatra Hall
3507 Trousdale Parkway, Los Angeles, CA 90089
A semi-autobiographical tale set over the course of a single day in the Nigerian metropolis Lagos during the 1993 Nigerian election crisis. The story follows a father, estranged from his two young sons, as they travel through the massive city while political unrest threatens their journey home.
http://cinema.usc.edu
Annual Pan African Film + Arts Festival
Feb. 7 – Feb. 22
Multiple Locations including
Westfield Culver City Shopping Center
1340 W. 106th St., Los Angeles, CA 90044
The Festival, which is “the largest Black film festival,” features over 150 films from around the world. This year, the ArtFEST will take place at Westfield Culver City Shopping Center and features “100 established and emerging fine artists and unique craftspeople from all over the world.”
paff.org
46th Annual Orange County Black History Parade and Unity Festival
Feb. 7
Center Street Promenade
205 W. Center St. Promenade, Anaheim, CA 92805
This year’s theme is “We Are One,” and will be a celebration of unity, diversity, and community spirit.
sparkoc.com
2026 NBA HBCU Classic: Hampton University Pirates vs North Carolina A&T Aggies
Feb. 13
Kia Forum
3900 West Manchester Boulevard, Inglewood, CA 90305
Join us for the 2026 NBA HBCU Classic, featuring a showdown between the Hampton University Pirates and the North Carolina A&T Aggies. This is more than a game-it’s a celebration of excellence, culture and legacy.
www.ticketmaster.com
26th Annual Los Angeles Black College Expo
Feb. 14
Pomona Fairplex
1101 W McKinley Ave, Pomona, CA
Join us for the 26th Annual Los Angeles Black College Expo Saturday February 14th taking over Pomona Fairplex property starting at 9:00am. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with representatives from a variety of historically black colleges and universities and other colleges.
26th Annual Los Angeles Black College Expo
Legacy & Unity: Black History Celebration on The Promenade
Feb. 14
Downtown Long Beach
Pine Avenue, Long Beach, CA 90802
“Legacy & Unity: Black Future Celebration”, a vibrant outdoor festival honoring African American achievements and heritage in the heart of Downtown Long Beach. This free community event will take place on 2.14.26 at The Promenade (near Ross), offering a day full of live entertainment, family-friendly activities, Black-owned businesses, wellness resources, and cultural exhibits.
Legacy & Unity: Black History Celebration on The Promenade
45th Annual Black Doll Show
December 13, 2025 through Feb. 14, 2026
William Grant Still Arts Center (WGSAC)
2520 S. West View St., Los Angeles, CA 90016
The Black Doll Show is an annual winter tradition at WGSAC as positive self image remains just as necessary today for Africans and all people of color within the continent and in diaspora. This year’s theme is “in need of good folk … MAGIC FOLK LIKE US.” The Center is open six days a week, Tuesday through Saturday, from Noon until 5:00 pm; closed on Mondays.)
wgsac
LA VOICES: ICYOLA – “I, Too, Sing America”
Feb. 15
Wilshire Ebell Theatre
4401 W. 8th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90005
In honor of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence in 2026, this Inner City Youth Orchestra of Los Angeles (ICYOLA) concert season adopts the theme “I, Too, Sing America” – a direct homage to the iconic Langston Hughes poem published a century ago.
LA Voices: Black History Celebration with Inner-City Youth Orchestra of LA
Black History Month Meet-Up at Disneyland
Feb. 20 & 21 Feb. 27 & 28
Disneyland Park
1313 Disneyland Drive
Feel the excitement as this beloved annual Disneyland tradition stays going strong with vibrant choir performances and artists lighting up the stage. Let the soul-stirring sounds of gospel music lift your heart. Each Saturday features legendary Grammy Award-winning headliners who fill the night with truly memorable performances of worship and praise.
Celebrate Soulfully
Black History Parade and Festival
Feb. 21
1081 N. Fair Oaks Ave., Pasadena
LIVE Black History Month Umoja 5k is happening on Saturday, February 17,2024 at 9 AM PST at 12000 Vista Del Mar.
cityofpasadena.net
Black History Month Parade & Expo
Feb. 22
Parade begins at Summit & Citrus Ave., Fontana, CA 92325
The parade will feature marching bands, drill/dance teams, community groups, and more. The expo includes live entertainment, food and craft vendors, a car show, and more.
Black History Month Parade & Expo
23rd Annual African-American Festival
Feb. 21 – 22
Aquarium of the Pacific
100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA 90802
The festivities will feature live musical and dance performances, storytelling, historical displays, drum circles, and more.
aquariumofpacific.org
Annual Los Angeles Black History Month Festival
Feb. 21
La Brea Tar Pits
5801 Wilshire Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90036
The event will feature African Marketplace, Concession Vendors, Performing Artists, Surprise Headliner, Discussion on topics including health, mental health and issues related to the African American community.
lablackhistorymonthfestival.com
Black History Month Documentary Screening: When We Were Kings
Feb. 26
Wilmington Branch Library
1300 N. Avalon Blvd., Wilmington, CA 90744
This Oscar-winning documentary is about the historic 1974 epic boxing match, “The Rumble in the Jungle” between Muhammad Ali and George Foreman. Refreshments will be provided.
lapl.org
Count Basie Orchestra 90th Anniversary Celebration with Nnenna Freelon
Feb. 26
Fred Kavli Theatre
2100 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., Thousand Oaks, CA 91362
William James “Count” Basie, a jazz legend, continues to captivate audiences three decades after his passing. Handpicked by Basie, the orchestra boasts 18 Grammy Awards and acclaim from global jazz polls. Their repertoire features Basie’s signature blend of swing, blues, and improvisation, delivering masterful performances that span from intimate clubs to grand concert halls.”
bapacthousandoaks.com
Friends of Allensworth – Black History Month Festival
Feb. 28
Colonel Allensworth State Historic Park
Grant Dr., Earlimart, CA 93219
2100 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., Thousand Oaks, CA 91362
Join Us for a Day of Culture, Community & Celebration! FREE COMMUNITY EVENT Bring your family and friends for a day with inspiration.
2025 Allensworth Black History Month Celebration
Jazz Fest: A Black History Month Celebration
Feb. 28
Miller Amphitheater
17004 Arrow Blvd., Fontana, CA
The event honors the “rich legacy of jazz music and its profound impact on Black History” and includes live musical performances, art vendors, food vendors, educational workshops, and lots of fun!
Black History Month Parade & Expo
Resurrection, featuring the Adrian Dunn Singers
Feb. 28
Colburn School – Zipper Hall
200 S. Grand Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90012
Experience the soul-stirring power of Adrian Dunn’s Resurrection as it returns to Zipper Hall for a third triumphant performance. This signature concert event from Emmy Award-winning composer Adrian Dunn features his celebrated ensemble, the Adrian Dunn Singers, in a moving musical journey through original acapella spirituals, gospel, and jazz-infused works.
colburnschool.edu
Poetry for the People: The June Jordan Experience
Jan. 27 – Mar. 29
The Fountain Theatre
5060 Fountain Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, 90029
Poetry for the People: June Jordan Experience ignites the 35th season with a bold, embodied tribute to the life and legacy of June Jordan-visionary poet, truth-teller, and relentless advocate for justice. Fusing spoken word, music, and movement, this electrifying performance channels Jordan’s uncompromising voice.
fountaintheatre.com
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