Saturday, Feb. 1 marked the beginning of Black History Month. Here are a few ways to commemorate the occasion across the Queen City.
Genealogy Basics: African American Roots & Resources | Tuesday, Feb. 4 | 12-1 p.m. | Online event | Free | Register and trace your family history with a special emphasis on African American resources made possible by Charlotte Mecklenburg Library.
Mint 2 Move Cultural Dance Night | Friday, Feb. 7 | 7-11:30 p.m. | The Mint Museum Uptown | $11+ | Experience tributes to Black American music, including special honors to Aretha Franklin, Celia Cruz, and more.
Black History Month Celebration | Saturday, Feb. 15 | 12-6 p.m. | David B Waymer Recreation Center, Huntersville | Free | Get ready for a show featuring live performances presented by Dear Soul Music Co. artists and Drums for Life.
African American Heritage Festival 2025 | Saturday, Feb. 22 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Charlotte Museum of History | Free | Celebrate Charlotte’s Black history learning the stories of trailblazers in Mecklenburg County.
History & Homage: 7 Course Whole Harvest Dining Experience | Saturday, Feb. 22 | 6-9 p.m. | Community Matters Cafe | $120 | Honor the legacy of African American culinary traditions in this seven-course dining event hosted by local chefs and mixologists.
Black History Month: Poetry With Passion | Thursday, Feb. 27 | Zodiac Bar & Grill | $25+ | Celebrate the artistry of writing and spoken word highlighting Charlotte’s black poets.
Movie Night: Black History Edition | Friday, Feb. 28 | 6-8:30 p.m. | Wallace Pruitt Recreation Center | Free | Grab your chair and enjoy provided popcorn for a movie night celebrating Black History Month.
Is there an event that we missed? Let us know so we can add it to our free community events calendar.