February is here and we are celebrating Black History Month! Follow @freshmediablog on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter to see the black creatives of Houston we are amplifying this month. Heads up, we will be live-tweeting via our Twitter page this Sunday during the Grammy's. So remember to stop by the Twitter streets to join in on the fun!
Keep scrolling to see ways you can celebrate Black History Month this weekend!
Saturday, February 4
THE ORIGINAL BUY BLACK MARKETPLACE
The Shrine Celebrates the Houston Black community from 11 am - 4 pm. Enjoy food, music, and The Original Buy Black Marketplace. This is a FREE event, just come prepared to support small, black businesses!
LEGENDZ OF THE STREETZ TOUR RELOADED
Come out and rap along to your favorite songs at the "Legendz of the Streetz Tour Reloaded" this weekend. Hip-hop artists Jeezy, Rick Ross, TI, Gucci Mane, Jadakiss, Cam'Ron, Trina, and more will be performing in Houston! The concert takes place at the Toyota Center from 7-11 pm. Hit the button below to purchase your tickets now!
B.B. KING TRIBUTE CONCERT
If you are a lover of the blues, then this tribute concert to the King of Blues is an event you don't want to miss. Enjoy the live music at The Big Easy Social and Pleasure Club from 9 pm - 1 am. The cover charge is $10 at the door. Doors open at 7 pm.
Sunday, February 5
BLCK HISTORY NOW! W/ 97.9 THE BOX AND MAJIC 102.1
Come on out to the BLCK Market on February 5 & 26 from 11 am - 5 pm. There will be vendors, music, food trucks, and beer from Karbach Brewing Co! There will also be a performance from the Houston Rockets Drumline Sonic Boom.
Afrocentric Day Party
Where your African culture-inspired outfit as a show of unity among the Black community! The Afrocentric Day Party is from 5-9 pm at 10001 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77042. Enjoy food from Chef Tae and music from DJ Sean "Panda" Royal!
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