Black on the Block: Celebrating Culture, Music & Community

Black on the Block is back and bigger than ever in 2025, bringing together Black-owned businesses, music, and community in a powerful celebration of culture and creativity.

On Sunday, August 17th, the Los Angeles Center Studios transformed into a cultural hub, featuring over 100 Black-owned vendors, food, art, and live performances. From the moment the doors opened at 1 PM, the energy was undeniable—families, entrepreneurs, and creatives came together to shop, eat, vibe, and support the culture.

Performance Lineup (Los Angeles – August 17, 2025)

• 1:00 PM – Yahdy Sensei

• 2:30 PM – LtTheMonk

• 2:45 PM – Sapphyre Blu

• 3:00 PM – DJ Myles P

• 3:30 PM – Blair Perkins

• 3:45 PM – Reesa Renee

• 4:30 PM – Zyah Belle

• 4:45 PM – Troyman

• 5:00 PM – DJ Toney Handsome

• 5:30 PM – Leon Thomas (Grammy Award-winning headliner)

• 6:00 PM – DJ Ash B

The highlight of the evening was none other than Grammy Award-winning Leon Thomas, whose powerful set and magnetic stage presence left the crowd buzzing long after the music ended.

Spotlight on Vendors & Community

This year’s festival wasn’t just about the music—it was also a marketplace for innovation, fashion, art, and opportunity. The Many Wigs Podcast went live onsite, shining a spotlight on entrepreneurs and creatives by interviewing vendors and sharing their unique stories.

Vendors Featured on the Podcast:

• Afro Mosaic – a bold and expressive clothing line celebrating culture and identity

• Danni with Black Golf Apparel – merging style and sport with a brand rooted in representation

• Malachi Wright – captivating the community with his powerful art pieces

• Synses.Co – innovators who crafted sunglasses designed to let you pair fashion with music for a one-of-a-kind experience

The vendor tent itself was a scene to remember—inviting and elegant, decorated with white and gold accents that drew people in to browse, shop, and connect. Beyond fashion, food, and art, several vendors also offered career opportunities and jobs, expanding the event’s impact into empowerment and economic growth.

Other standout vendors included:

• Le’ Elegance (luxury perfume line)

• California Fish Market

• Jewelry by LyMarra

• Juice Gods

• VNTG Designs by Derrick

• A Plus O Streetwear

• ProperTone Clothing Line

• Global Entry Group

• Jahs Juice Garden

The production team, led by Chris Balladerez and Jay Ford Productions, seamlessly captured the vibrance of the event—bridging fashion, food, music, and storytelling into one unforgettable experience.

Taking Black on the Block Nationwide

The Los Angeles stop is just one piece of the movement. Black on the Block is hitting cities across the country in 2025, continuing its mission to uplift, empower, and spotlight Black excellence nationwide.

Tour Dates:

• Los Angeles, CA – June 15 (Juneteenth Festival)

• Detroit, MI – July 20

• Los Angeles, CA – August 17

• Houston, TX – September 7

• Atlanta, GA – September 21

• Washington, DC – October 19

• Dallas, TX – October 26

• Charlotte, NC – TBA

Backed by Live Nation Urban and supported by sponsors such as Black Girl Vitamins, this year’s Black on the Block promises to amplify the voices of entrepreneurs and artists, giving communities an exciting space to shop, eat, vibe, and celebrate Black culture.

Why It Matters

This event was more than just entertainment—it was energy, entrepreneurship, and empowerment rolled into one. The food was mouthwatering, the vendors were innovative and engaging, and the performers brought the soul. Closing the evening with BET Award winner and Grammy Award-winning and multi-talented artist Leon Thomas was the icing on the cake.

As Black on the Block continues its national journey, each city will bring its own flavor, energy, and talent—making it an experience you don’t want to miss.

See you next year—bigger, bolder, and even more unforgettable!