# Event Details - **Event Name**: Black is Gold 6: Culture Xchange (Supported by Tito's Handmade Vodka) - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: Connecting Our Community Through Art, Fashion, Technology and EntrepreneurshipAbout this EventPeople of Culture is excited to collaborate with TransformaWell for Black is Gold 6: Culture Xchange, our signature 2026 fashion and music experience celebrating the creativity, culture, and entrepreneurial spirit of Chicago’s Black and Latino Fashion designers & communities.Taking place as part of Chicago Fashion Week 2026, Culture Xchange brings together fashion, music, art, entrepreneurship, and community wellness for an unforgettable evening celebrating the talent and cultural influence that make Chicago unique.African American boldness meets Latin vibrance on one runway.TWO CULTURESONE STAGEENDLESS INSPIRATIONFOOD AND DRINKS included. (Early arrival strongly encouraged. First come, first serve)DESIGNERS:KOUSH x SMCFabric Da VinciGVXOZIAIREL3kker.comPERFORMINGJohn NetworQNick HendersonArnav DattaOur Sponsors:Anthrospa LogicTito's Handmade VodkaDCASE (Dept. Of Cultural Affairs & Special Events)If you're interested in being a VENDOR at this event, please fill out this VENDOR FORM If you're interested in volunteering for this event, please fill out this VOLUNTEER FORM.People of Culture is a 501(c)3 non-profit that relies on DONATIONS from our community. Your donations are tax deductible, and will go a long way to support our programs and community events.TransformaWell is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit with a mission to empower community health and wellness as well as reduce health disparities through programming and educational resources focusing on the prevention of chronic diseases.Please come DRESS TO IMPRESS. This is a fashion & music show.Follow us on IG: @peopleofculture_events**** PHOTO & VIDEO CONSENT ****By purchasing a ticket to or attending a People of Culture event, you acknowledge and consent to being photographed, filmed, or otherwise recorded during the event.You grant People of Culture permission to use your image, likeness, voice, and/or appearance in photographs, video, and other recorded media captured during the event for promotional, marketing, social media, educational, archival, and other organizational purposes, without additional notice or compensation.People of Culture reserves the right to use, reproduce, edit, publish, and distribute such media at its discretion.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kX3jdOENhOU https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/82901120-c283-11f1-8343-39970249843c-rimg-w555-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/82a21280-c283-11f1-8343-39970249843c-rimg-w555-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/82b377a0-c283-11f1-8343-39970249843c-rimg-w555-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/82c997b0-c283-11f1-8343-39970249843c-rimg-w555-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/82e2c500-c283-11f1-8343-39970249843c-rimg-w987-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/82f2f1a0-c283-11f1-8343-39970249843c-rimg-w1110-h740-dc0858e8-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/83051a10-c283-11f1-8343-39970249843c-rimg-w493-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/8316f460-c283-11f1-8343-39970249843c-rimg-w987-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/8325e880-c283-11f1-8343-39970249843c-rimg-w555-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/833a81f0-c283-11f1-8343-39970249843c-rimg-w555-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/834d1f90-c283-11f1-8343-39970249843c-rimg-w592-h740-dc585838-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/835b5060-c283-11f1-8343-39970249843c-rimg-w592-h740-dc585838-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/8367ac70-c283-11f1-8343-39970249843c-rimg-w592-h740-dc585838-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/83791190-c283-11f1-8343-39970249843c-rimg-w592-h740-dc585838-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/8386cd30-c283-11f1-8343-39970249843c-rimg-w740-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/8393ec90-c283-11f1-8343-39970249843c-rimg-w740-h740-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/839fac60-c283-11f1-8343-39970249843c-rimg-w1200-h233-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg Agenda🕑: 05:00 PM - 06:00 PMNetworking Mixer and Shop Vendors (Sponsored by Tito's HandMade Vodka)🕑: 06:00 PM - 07:00 PMCreative Performances🕑: 07:00 PM - 08:30 PMFashion Runway🕑: 08:30 PM - 09:00 PMClosing remarks, Networking, Shopping🕑: 06:00 PM - 09:00 PMThe AnthroSpa Logic® Clean Beauty BarInfo: The AnthroSpa Logic® Clean Beauty Bar will be a signature Interactive Global Beauty Lounge & Runway Prep Bar where guests discover skin traditions from around the world and sample natural skincare products. Experiential Activation A. "Runway Prep" Express Touch-Up Lounge Fashion show VIPs and models need quick, mess-free radiance before heading to their seats or the afterparty. The "30-Second Dewy Glow" Station: we will offer a skin prep using AnthroSpa Logic’s Dew Point Replenishing Moisturizer on guests' hands, collarbones, or cheekbones. The Mixology Bar: This will be a luxury "apothecary-style" bar where guests can sample our water activated spa skincare products. B. "Beauty Across Continents" Sensory Mapping and photo ops An interactive visual centerpiece that highlights the brand’s anthropological roots. Including Aroma & Texture Sampling Stations. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/black-is-gold-6-culture-xchange-supported-by-titos-handmade-vodka/100001999129200253 - **Event Categories**: art, health-wellness, fashion, nonprofit, performances, it, entertainment, shopping, volunteering - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 4 hours - Location: Vjosa Cafe & Events - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 71.21, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Chicago - **state**: IL - **country**: United States - **location**: Vjosa Cafe & Events - **lat**: 41.8307789 - **long**: -87.65145249999999 - **full address**: Vjosa Cafe & Events, 1010 West 35th Street, Chicago, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Black is Gold 6: Culture Xchange (Supported by Tito's Handmade Vodka) - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/893a86f503f91ec74933e2728f20f13703af33e989490eaad10914f51e21768f-rimg-w1200-h600-dc686838-gmir.jpg?v=1788913684 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Black is Gold 6: Culture Xchange (Supported by Tito's Handmade Vodka) being held? - **A:** Black is Gold 6: Culture Xchange (Supported by Tito's Handmade Vodka) takes place on Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 pm at Vjosa Cafe & Events, 1010 West 35th Street, Chicago, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Black is Gold 6: Culture Xchange (Supported by Tito's Handmade Vodka)? - **A:** Black is Gold 6: Culture Xchange (Supported by Tito's Handmade Vodka) is organized by Culture Power (@culture_powertv). - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Black is Gold 6: Culture Xchange (Supported by Tito's Handmade Vodka) is ideal for foodies, craft beverage enthusiasts, and festival fans looking for the best local flavors and experiences. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Chicago, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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