CareFreeBlackGirl Events
Join us in a lifestyle experience that celebrates the beauty, creativity, and power of Black women and femmes. They bring our community together through music, art, fashion, food, and wellness, creating multi‑sensory gatherings that center joy, culture, and self‑expression.
AFROTECH MIXER
Kick Off AfroTech Week with CareFreeBlackGirl's Music Monday Mixer
What better way to start AfroTech Week than with great music, good people, and even better vibes?
Join CareFreeBlackGirl for our Music Monday Mixer, the official kickoff to an exciting week of connection, culture, and community.
Whether you're in town for AfroTech or you're a local looking to meet incredible people, this is your chance to unwind before the week begins.
Expect:
✨ Black Femme DJs, Hosts and Performers
✨ Happy hour specials 5pm-9pm
✨ Interactive games
✨ Networking with entrepreneurs, creatives, founders, and tech professionals
✨ A night of music meets tech
✨ Plenty of opportunities to relax, recharge, and have fun
At CareFreeBlackGirl, we believe networking doesn't have to feel like work. Our events are designed to create authentic connections where conversations flow naturally and community comes first.
So grab a friend, bring your business cards (or your Instagram handle), and kick off AfroTech Week with us.
Come for the music.
Stay for the community.
We can't wait to celebrate with you!
AFROTECH COOKOUT
AFROTECH COOKOUT
Hey AfroTech Bae's the squad is back for #CareFreeBlackGirl CookOut
What to expect
FREE FOOD 1st Hour
Connect with black femmes in tech, art and community
•black women DJs , performers & host’s
Music includes women's hip hop, r&b, dance, ballroom beats and world music. •vendor market•good vibes•giveaways•games
uno/spades/double dutch What To Bring
•Good Vibes •comfy clothes •please come early to experience the full event
All genders and races invited to join us ✨RSVP & GET READY !FOOD . GAMES. MELANIN
CareFreeBlackGirl SXSW
CAREFREEBLACKGIRL SXSW OFFICIAL SHOWCASE
8 Years of CareFreeBlackGirl in Austin
Each year, CareFreeBlackGirl is invited back to South by Southwest (SXSW) to host our Black Femme Stage, and this year we’re celebrating 8 years of curating in Austin, Texas.
This March kicks off our national tour, and we’re excited to bring CareFreeBlackGirl back to Austin with talent from all over the country.
Expect a full day of Black women and femme DJs, performers, hosts, vendors, activities, giveaways, and good energy.
This event is open to all music and performance art lovers.
Badge holders receive priority entry, but all are welcome to join the fun.
What to Expect
Black women & femme DJs, performers, and hosts from across the country
Vendors
Activities and activations
Giveaways
Tacos available for purchase at the venue
Entry
FREE ENTRY WITH SXSW BADGE + CAREFREEBLACKGIRL WRISTBAND
Grab your CareFreeBlackGirl swag to support the movement and our national tour.
Add your email to stay in the loop and be the first to know about our official lineup, event updates, and upcoming CareFreeBlackGirl tour stops.
8 years in Austin.
Black women. Black femmes. Black joy.
The legacy continues.
#CareFreeBlackGirl CookOut DC
#CareFreeBlackGirl CookOut DC
CareFreeBlackGirl Cookout
A Celebration of Black Femme Joy
Get ready for an immersive day festival experience where culture, community, and carefree vibes collide. This month, we're bringing the heat with our signature Cookout a celebration of Black femmes in all their power, style, and brilliance.
Location: TBA
WASHINGTON DC 20032
Time: 2pm - 8pm
What to Expect
All-Black Women Lineup: DJs, performers, and hosts that bring the energy
Local Vendors: Shop Black, femme, and community-owned
Creative Activations
Giveaways + Good Vibes: Because we don’t do boring
Games, Food, and Freedom: Expect a full experience curated with love
Free Food for the First Hour w/ Paid Tickets: Come early!
Activitions included with your ticket :
TBA
What to Bring
Your full self
Comfy fits
An open heart and a whole lot of joy
RSVP now and get ready to turn up with the tribe.
MUSIC. CULTURE. MELANIN MAGIC.
All are welcome all ages, races, and genders.
Please note: this is an adult-focused experience. Children under 13 are free but must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Please Note
No refunds unless event is canceled or postponed
Instagram @carefreeblackgirlinc_
This isn’t just a cookout, it’s a movement.
The CareFreeBlackGirl CookOut is a safe space for Black femmes and allies to celebrate in full color. Come for the vibes, leave with community.
CareFreeBlackGirl CookOut Philly
The gworls are back in Philly for CareFreeBlackGirl cookout May 23rd. Join us for a day of food, games and melanin as of celebrating black women with live entertainment, activities and a vendor market. This event is open to all. Tickets Available Now.
PHILLY!!!!!
We’re back for another unforgettable day of community, music, and celebration. The CareFreeBlackGirl CookOut is returning to Philadelphia this May for a full-day experience centered on Black femme joy, creativity, and connection.
Join us for a day of live music, DJs, art, food, and good energy as we continue our mission to amplify and uplift Black women and femmes in every form.
DATE SUNDAY: MAY 23rd
TIME: 3pm-9pm
LOCATION: ONE ART PHILLY
Entrance - Lions Gate 5150 Warren St
What To Expect
A curated Black femme vendor market
Performances by emerging Black femme artists and DJs
Food and drink from local favorites
Games, giveaways, and creative workshops
A lively and welcoming community atmosphere
Included With Your Ticket
All-day access to the event and programming
Workshops and creative activations
Entry to the vendor and food market
What To Bring
Your crew and positive energy
Cash or card for vendors and food
Comfortable clothing for dancing and enjoying the day
Please Read Q&A
CareFreeBlackGirl CookOut NYC
CareFreeBlackGirl CookOut NYC 2027
The Legacy Continues.
Join us for the CareFreeBlackGirl CookOut in Brooklyn for a day of live music, food, community, and carefree energy as we celebrate the beauty, power, and joy of Black women and femmes.
We’re bringing the CookOut back to where it all began for another day of music, art, creativity, wellness, and community. Expect DJs, live performances, a curated vendor market, creative activities, games, and nonstop good energy.
Date: June 12, 2027
Location: Lincoln Terrace Park
Brooklyn, NY
What To Expect
Live music, DJs, and performances
A curated Black femme vendor market
Creative workshops and activities
Games, giveaways, and interactive experiences
Food, community, and carefree vibes
Free Food
Paid ticket holders will receive access to FREE FOOD during the first hour of the event, while supplies last.
Included With Your Ticket
Access to performances and programming
Entry to workshops and activities
Full-day access to the vendor market
Free food during the first hour, while supplies last
Surprise pop-up experiences
What To Bring
Your crew and your carefree spirit
Cash or card for food and vendors
Comfortable clothes—you will dance!
A reusable water bottle
An open mind and good energy
Please Note
This event is open to the public.
Free RSVP and paid ticket options are available. Paid tickets will receive priority access to activities.
Come Early to Sign Up for Nails,Massages, Etc
Updates will be shared with ticket holders via email and on our social media platforms.
No refunds unless the event is canceled.
The Legacy Continues
The CareFreeBlackGirl CookOut is more than a day in the park. It’s a space created for Black women and femmes to connect, celebrate, create, and experience joy together.
Come for the vibes.
Support Black creatives and small businesses.
Leave with community.
See you in Brooklyn.
#CareFreeBlackGirl CookOut Charlotte
#CareFreeBlackGirl CookOut Charlotte
Charlotte let’s have some fun! The squad will be headed your way this July! Join us for a day of food, games, melanin.
CareFreeBlackGirl Cookout
A Celebration of Black Femme Joy
Get ready for an immersive day festival experience where culture, community, and carefree vibes collide. This month, we're bringing the heat with our signature Cookout a celebration of Black femmes in all their power, style, and brilliance.
Location: Victoria Yards Uptown 209 E 7th St
Time: 2PM – 8PM
What to Expect
All-Black Women Lineup: DJs, performers, and hosts that bring the energy
Local Vendors: Shop Black, femme, and community-owned
Creative Activations
Giveaways + Good Vibes: Because we don’t do boring
Games, Food, and Freedom: Expect a full experience curated with love
Free Food for the First Hour: Come early! Food will also be available for purchase all day
Activitions included with your ticket :
Mela Butta Workshop
Candle Making W/ Pour It Up Candle
& MORE TBA
What to Bring
Your full self
Comfy fits
An open heart and a whole lot of joy
RSVP now and get ready to turn up with the tribe.
MUSIC. CULTURE. MELANIN MAGIC.
All are welcome — all ages, races, and genders.
Please note: this is an adult-focused experience. Children under 13 are free but must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Please Note
No refunds unless event is canceled or postponed
Instagram @carefreeblackgirlinc_
This isn’t just a cookout, it’s a movement.
The CareFreeBlackGirl CookOut is a safe space for Black femmes and allies to celebrate in full color. Come for the vibes, leave with community.
#CareFreeBlackGirl Picnic Savannah
#CareFreeBlackGirl Picnic Savannah
SAV, celebrate 912 Day with CareFreeBlackGirl, Join us for a Day of connection, celebration, and our signature picnic experience.
WHAT TO EXPECT:
Black women DJs, performers, and hosts
A curated marketplace of vendors
Creative installations and interactive activations
Games like Uno, Spades, Jenga, and more
Free food during the first hour
Feel free to bring your own
Giveaways and surprises throughout the event
Free Food 1pm-2pm
WHAT TO BRING:
Good energy and an open mind
Comfortable clothes and shoes
Cash or card for food and the market
Please arrive early to enjoy all the free activities and experiences happening throughout the day.
Note: This is an adult-centered event. Children under 13 may attend for free but must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
RSVP today and get ready for a weekend of food, games, melanin, and community.
Instagram @carefreeblackgirlinc
twitter @cfbgpod
#CareFreeBlackGirl CookOut Chicago
#CareFreeBlackGirl CookOut Chicago
CareFreeBlackGirl Cookout , A Celebration of Black Femme Joy
Get ready for a picnic meets cousin cookout where culture, community, and carefree vibes collide.
Let’s have some fun! The squad will be headed your way! Join us for a day of food, games, melanin. Bring a blanket & your homies
The #CareFreeBlackGirl squad is coming to Chicago!
the cookout is an interactive day event that celebrates black women & femmes in a fun and carefree enviroment.
Everyone is welcome to join the fun!
Location : TBA
What to expect::
•black women DJs , performers & host’s
•vendors
• Creative activities
•Free lite bites 1st hour (paid ticket holders)
•Good vibes
•Giveaways
•Games
UNO - Double Dutch - Red Light, Green Light
ACTIVITIES
Wellness Activites
& More
What To Bring
•Blanket
•Good Vibes
•comfy clothes
This is an adult focused event.
Kids under 13 do not need a ticket but must be with an adult at all times
RSVP & GET READY !
FOOD . GAMES. MELANIN
Please Note
Updates will be shared with all ticket holders via email and social media. Paid tickets include activities and food. This event is open to the public. No refunds unless the event is canceled.
Instagram @carefreeblackgirlinc_
twitter @cfbgpod
This isn’t just a cookout—it’s a movement.
The CareFreeBlackGirl CookOut is a safe space for Black femmes and allies to celebrate in full color. Come for the vibes, leave with community.
#CareFreeBlackGirl CookOut Houston
HOUSTON, WE'RE BACK OUTSIDE!
Houston!!!!!
Join us for a day of live music, DJs, art, food, and good energy as we continue our mission to amplify and uplift Black women and femmes in every form.
WHERE: AXEL RAD
WHEN: SATURDAY SEPT 26th
TIME: 4pm-10pm
What To Expect
A curated Black femme vendor market
Performances by emerging Black femme artists and DJs
Food and drink from local favorites
Games, giveaways, and creative workshops
A lively and welcoming community atmosphere
Included With Your Ticket
All-day access to the event and programming
Creative activations
Entry to the vendor market
What To Bring
Your crew and positive energy
Cash or card for vendors, bar and food
Comfortable clothing for dancing and enjoying the day
CareFree Fest ATL
CareFree Fest ATL
CareFree Fest ATL is where CareFreeBlackGirl and Impulse ATL come together to kick off Atlanta Black Pride Weekend with an evening dedicated to celebrating Black queer and femme joy in all of our glory. This community-centered festival is a space to gather, express yourself, discover local creatives, and experience the beauty of Black culture through art, wellness, fashion, and music.
Whether you're coming to dance, shop, connect, or simply be surrounded by community, there's something here for you.
What to Expect
Live performances from talented local artists and DJs
A curated vendor market featuring local businesses and creatives
Wellness and beauty activations
Interactive arts and crafts
A community resource village
Delicious food and sweet treats from local vendors
A fashion competition celebrating bold personal style
Games, giveaways, and prizes
Photo opportunities and immersive installations
Self-care experiences and creative activations
Spaces to connect, celebrate, and build community
Event Details
Date: Thursday, September 3, 2026
Location: Guardian Works
775 Echo St. NW, Atlanta, GA
Grab your favorite people, wear your best look, and pull up ready to celebrate Black joy, creativity, and community. Come early to experience everything CareFree Fest ATL has to offer.
Vendor applications and creative activation sign-ups are open now. The lineup drops soon. We'll see you in Atlanta!
#CareFreeBlackGirl CookOut Chicago
#CareFreeBlackGirl Cookout , A Celebration of Black Femme Joy
Get ready for a picnic meets cousin cookout where culture, community, and carefree vibes collide.
Let’s have some fun! The squad will be headed your way this AUGUST! Join us for a day of food, games, melanin. Bring a blanket & your homies
The #CareFreeBlackGirl squad is coming to Chicago!
the cookout is an interactive day event that celebrates black women & femmes in a fun and carefree enviroment.
Everyone is welcome to join the fun!
Location : Park No. 540
2401 S Federal St Chicago, IL 60616
Time - 3pm-8pm
What to expect::
•black women DJs , performers & host’s
•vendors
• Creative activities
•Free food 1st hour
•Good vibes
•Giveaways
•Games
UNO - Double Dutch - Red Light, Green Light
ACTIVITIES
Wellness Activites w/ Not a Bad Life
& More
What To Bring
•Blanket
•Good Vibes
•comfy clothes
#CareFreeBlackGirl CookOut DC
CareFreeBlackGirl Cookout — A Celebration of Black Femme Joy
Get ready for an immersive day party experience where culture, community, and carefree vibes collide. This month, we're bringing the heat with our signature Cookout — a bold celebration of Black femmes in all their power, style, and brilliance.
Charlotte let’s have some fun! The squad will be headed your way this July! Join us for a day of food, games, melanin.
Grab a ticket to join the cookout
Event dates are subject to final approval from the venue.
#CareFreeBlackGirl CookOut Charlotte
#CareFreeBlackGirl Cookout — A Celebration of Black Femme Joy
Get ready for an immersive day party experience where culture, community, and carefree vibes collide. This month, we're bringing the heat with our signature Cookout — a bold celebration of Black femmes in all their power, style, and brilliance.
Charlotte let’s have some fun! The squad will be headed your way this July! Join us for a day of food, games, melanin.
Grab a ticket to join the cookout
#CareFreeBlackGirl CookOut Philly
The gworls are back in Philly for CareFreeBlackGirl cookout this July. . Join us for a day of food, games and melanin as of celebrating black women with live entertainment, activities and a vendor market. This event is open to all. Tickets Available Now.
#CareFreeBlackGirl Fest Brooklyn
We wanna see you and your crew as we honor the beauty, power, and joy of Black women and femmes. CareFreeBlackGirl CookOut is the place to be this summer as we celebrate 10 years!
Grab your ticket and pull up—it’s going to be a whole mood.
DATE JUNE 13th
Lincoln Terrace Park
#CareFreeBlackGirl CookOut Detroit
Your girls are coming back to Detroit for #CareFreeBlackGirl CookOut!
an interactive day festival that celebrates black women & femmes.
Location : Detroit, Michigan
what to expect
•black women DJs , performers & host’s
•vendors
• creative activities
Crafts w/ Not a Bad Life
Paint Your Swag w/ Paint Build Create
Free food is for the 1st hour only there will be food for sale afterwards
•good vibes
•giveaways
•games
#CareFreeBlackGirl Takes SXSW
#CareFreeBlackGirl is a lifestyle brand that creates platforms for black women and femmes in art, tech and entrepreneurial spaces. This March kicks off our national tour and we're back in Austin for our dopest event yet! This year we bring you talent from all over the country for #CareFreeBlackGirl SXSW.
We will be in Austin all week, RSVP to stay in the loop with all things #CareFreeBlackGirl
This event is open to all music and performance art lovers.
Badge holders receive priority entry.
Event dates are subject to final approval from the venue.
#CareFreeBlackGirl Vision Board Party
Join us on January 25th for CareFreeBlackGirl’s Free Your Vision Workshop, an evening dedicated to intention-setting, reflection, and community.
This annual workshop and vision board experience is thoughtfully curated to help you clarify your goals, align with your values, and set the tone for the year ahead. Through guided conversation, creative expression, and interactive activities, we’ll create space to dream intentionally and move forward with purpose.
Schedule
5:30 PM – 6:00 PM: Mix & Mingle
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM: Free Your Vision Workshop & Vision Board Making
7:30 PM – 8:30 PM: Games & Community Building
All supplies, snacks, and drinks are included with your ticket.
Location: Private location in Uptown Charlotte
(Exact address will be shared with registered guests.)
