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Explore Wellness Benefits of Weed at Louisiana Cann Fest in Baton Rouge
People with current marijuana charges can speak to a lawyer about expungement options and there’s a lineup of educational sessions covering everything from the science of cannabis to entrepreneurship and spiritual use.

Your 2025 Guide For Jax Jazz Fest and Businesses to Support
Traveling for a festival is one of my favorite ways to experience a new city. Check out some of the attractions that I did last year to enhance my time in Jax.

Will Made In America 2025 return to Philadelphia in 2025
Following last year’s pattern, it doesn’t look like there will be a Made in America Festival this year.

Your Ultimate 2025 Dreamville Festival Guide
I used to always grab cash before Dreamville Fest but it is 100% cashless. Credit card, debit card, and mobile payment methods are accepted site-wide. You can also ado payment info to your wristband like you would for a cruise or Disney World when you register your wristband.

Something in the Water Festival Postponed: Pharrell Promises a Better Experience
Pharrell announces the postponement of the Something in the Water Festival to April 2025, citing the need to deliver the best experience for Virginia.

Andre 3000 Extends 'New Blue Sun' Tour, Touring Internationally
Half of Atlanta’s iconic group, OutKast, the 23-date tour will feature Andre’s new love, playing various flutes and hit seven cities before wrapping on March 19, 2024.

A Weekend of Eats and Beats at the Black Food Truck Festival
Honestly, I was so busy listening to music and dancing that I didn’t try that many restaurants. I know, that’s crazy because it’s a food festival, but it’s true. But, the food that I did eat was great!

Feel the Jazz Magic at Jacksonville Jazz Festival this Memorial Day
The history of jazz in Jacksonville runs deep. The LaVilla neighborhood, near downtown, was referred to as the “Harlem of the South” in the 1940s and remained a hub of Black culture for decades.

Midwest Melodies: Discover the Top 10 Music Festivals Revolutionizing the Heartland in 2024
We’ve highlighted 10 of the best festivals taking place in the Midwest this year. Check them out, listed in chronological order, and let us know which one you’re most excited about in the comments.

Enjoy the Pulse of Afro-Caribbean Culture at Indianapolis’ Midwest Cultural Fest
Performers and DJs will also be coming to Indianapolis from Jamaica, Ivory Coast, Puerto Rico and other countries in the African diaspora.

Join Charlamagne Tha God and iHeartMedia at the Black Effect Podcast Network Festival
“Through culture-defining storytelling, unique brand partnerships, compelling panel discussions, special live podcast recordings and more, we are inviting everyone to experience the power of The Black Effect and the many ways Black creators are driving the culture forward.” -Charlamagne tha God

Strength of a Woman Festival 2024 Tickets and Line up Out Now
The focus of the SOAW events are to foster a sense of community and strength for BIPOC while highlighting mental health, total wellness, financial literacy and beauty.

Experience the Ultimate Festival Vibe at City of Lights Festival
The City of Lights Jazz and R&B Festival returned to Las Vegas for it’s 31st year on May 4 and 5 with an amazing line-up! Tickets are on sale now, and the event will feature Anthony Hamilton, Raheem DeVaughn, Boney James, Maysa, October, London, and more.

Monica Joins a List of Artists Who Say They Haven’t Been Booked for Lovers and Friends Vegas Festival
Monica performed at the 2022 Lovers and Friends Fest and said she’d be happy to work with them again. “Hey, you put me on the flier…It just seems like maybe someone wants me there so give me a call.”
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