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BLVCK OUT: All Black Affair at The Grand
BLVCK OUT: Boston's Annual All Black Affair at The Grand Boston! A night full of style, fun, great music, and prizes. Hosted by IamAfriQue, this is Boston's exclusive annual all-black-attire party — dress to impress in all black and come celebrate in style. One of the city's signature Black nightlife events. 21+. Early bird tickets from $15.
R&B VIBES
R&B VIBES — a mature-crowd R&B experience singing along to throwback memories. Music by J Saki & DJ Rozay B30. Presented by Schdor Entertainment & Bezo along with Twins & Friends. Coincides with National Coming Out Day weekend. 21+, proper ID required.
2026 National Trans Visibility March
The National Trans Visibility March mobilizes trans communities and allies for advocacy, policy engagement, and community power. NTVM 2026 in Puerto Rico includes a summit, awards ceremony, and a powerful rally to uplift the TGNC community.
ICA Boston: 90 YEARS
The ICA celebrates 90 years with a major anniversary exhibition exploring nine previous exhibitions and initiatives from the museum's history. Includes the landmark 1941 'Modern Mexican Painters' exhibition featuring José Clemente Orozco and David Alfaro Siqueiros, works by Njideka Akunyili Crosby (Nigerian-American), Edgar Heap of Birds (Cheyenne/Arapaho), and Yayoi Kusama's 'LOVE IS CALLING.' Also features works by Laurie Anderson, Joan Jonas, and Andy Warhol.
Boston African Restaurant Week 2026
Boston African Restaurant Week 2026! A celebration of African cuisine, culture, and community across Dorchester and Greater Boston. Explore the flavors of the African diaspora through special menus, pop-up dining experiences, chef showcases, and community gatherings. Support local African-owned restaurants and food businesses while discovering incredible food from across the continent. A delicious week of culture, connection, and cuisine!
$5 Third Thursday at the MFA
Enjoy the MFA after dark with just $5 admission from 5 to 10 PM. Explore galleries including Counter History: Contemporary Art from the Collection, join hands-on art-making, shop, and experience the museum in a whole new way. $5 minimum, pay-what-you-wish.
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No Murder Charge, But Nolan Wells’ Death Still Leaves Too Much Unanswered
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Candace Nguyen Wins Inaugural Lavender Laureate Award from Queer History Boston
Candace Nguyen, known for her drag persona Candace Persuasian and a viral Beyoncé Renaissance Film moment, was named the first-ever Lavender Laureate at Queer History Boston's revamped Living Archive Honors.
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Amanda Shea
Three-time Boston Music Award-winning Spoken Word artist Amanda Shea, a powerful Black queer creative, is set to release her highly anticipated debut poetry collection, *Pieces of Shea*, in 2026, further solidifying her impact at the intersection of poetry, music, social justice, and culture.
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District 7
Royal C. Smith's vision has transformed Roxbury's Warren Street with not one, but two thriving Black-owned establishments: the long-standing District 7 Tavern, a vibrant neighborhood juke joint, and the newer District 7 Cafe, a welcoming spot for coffee, community, and nourishing meals, both serving as vital anchors for the local Black community.
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Slades Bar & Grill
For nearly a century, Slades Bar & Grill has stood as a beacon in Boston's Black community, serving not just soul food but also as a historic gathering place for jazz legends, civil rights icons, and local residents, solidifying its legacy as the "soul of Boston."
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Oct 7
Candace Nguyen Wins Inaugural Lavender Laureate Award from Queer History Boston
Candace Nguyen, known for her drag persona Candace Persuasian and a viral Beyoncé Renaissance Film moment, was named the first-ever Lavender Laureate at Queer History Boston's revamped Living Archive Honors.
Oct 5
The 2026-2027 New England Kiki Ballroom Calendar
A season of New England kiki balls is already locked in, from an October 30 Hood Ball 'Fright Night' through next summer's Pride-weekend functions. Here's what's confirmed, and what's still dropping.
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Oct 2
No Murder Charge, But Nolan Wells’ Death Still Leaves Too Much Unanswered
A Mississippi grand jury found no evidence of criminal conduct in the death of 18-year-old Nolan Wells, who disappeared on Horn Island over the Fourth of July and was found dead two days later. His family's attorney, Ben Crump, says the case still leaves more questions than answers.
Sep 29
Years Of Black Journalism Disappeared From BET's Website
BET Digital has permanently removed years of written news articles from BET.com in a shift toward video-first content, erasing a large share of its written record of Black culture, entertainment, and news coverage.
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District 7
Royal C. Smith's vision has transformed Roxbury's Warren Street with not one, but two thriving Black-owned establishments: the long-standing District 7 Tavern, a vibrant neighborhood juke joint, and the newer District 7 Cafe, a welcoming spot for coffee, community, and nourishing meals, both serving as vital anchors for the local Black community.
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Beacon Academy
Closing Opportunity Gaps and Cultivating Black Leaders for Competitive Futures, Beacon Academy empowers talented students from under-resourced communities with a unique 10-year program, providing intensive preparation and long-term support to ensure their success in competitive high schools, colleges, and careers, while fostering pride in their authentic Black and diverse identities.
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