Black Future Festival

Brooklyn’s boldest celebration of Black imagination, invention, and joy, shaped by Black creators. 

Make art, learn dances, create music, and envision the future that celebrates Black culture and the African Diaspora. 

Presented with Kendra J. Ross and STooPS Art & Community.

SCHEDULE

Hip Hop & House Dance Party

🕒 12:15 pm – 1:00 pm

In this workshop, participants will learn party moves from Hip-Hop and House dance. These moves will be used throughout various exercises including a soul train line, a cypher, across the floor, and more. Participants will also learn a partner/group routine and perform at the end of the session. Led by Naomi Jones.

Wearable Art Creation

🕒 2:30 pm – 3:15 pm

Create a piece of ‘Wearable Art’ as unique as you are! Create a beautiful necklace, bracelet, earrings or bookbag accessories with colorful beads and symbolic metal findings. Led by Monifa Edwards.

Yoga for Kids

🕒 4:00 pm – 4:45 pm

The Yoga For Kids workshop focuses on breathwork, meditation, stretching and play as we go on yoga adventures to the jungle, under the sea, and more. Led by Carmen Carriker.

Free Skate with 4WRD

🕒 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm & 3:15 pm – 4:15 pm

Learn to skate with us at this special edition of skate school! Learn from experienced instructors with 4WRD Roller Skate, a Brooklyn organization dedicated to accessible skating education. Whether you’re learning to balance or ready to glide, everyone finds their rhythm here.

Terracotta Busts

🕒 All Days: 10:15 am – 12:15 pm, 1:30 pm – 5:00 pm

Create a clay bust of yourself inspired by the work of artist Augusta Savage. Use terracotta air-dry clay and sculpting tools to reflect your appearance, interests, and dreams in your self-portrait.

Rovin’ Round the Moon

🕒 All Days: 10:30 am – 1:00 pm, 2:30 pm – 5:00 pm

Learn why the moon has spots! Build your own moon rover using wood blocks and metal washers, then test its four-wheel drive. Will your rover successfully cross the surface of the moon?