# Event Details - **Event Name**: Black Futures Ball 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 01 Aug, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sun, 02 Aug, 2026 at 12:00 am - **Event Description**: “You Had to Be There”About this EventFive years. Hundreds of scholars. One unforgettable night.The Black Futures Ball doesn’t just throw a party — it makes history. Past honorees include Colin Kaepernick, Dolores Huerta, and Barbara Lee. Past performers have shut. it. down. And this August 1st, we’re doing it again — bigger, louder, and more intentional than ever.This year’s theme, Ancestral Intelligence, is a vibe, a movement, and a message. Come ready to dance, to feel something, and to be part of something that matters.And it does matter. Since 2015, EOYDC has put over $850,000 directly into the futures of more than 300 young people from Oakland. Last year alone, we handed out over $150,000 in scholarships — and this year, we’re aiming to do it again. Every ticket, every donation, every person in that room is part of making that happen. This is the party where the good time is the good work.Now — about your outfit. This year’s theme is Ancestral Intelligence and we are counting on you to have fun with it. The looks at this event are always a moment, and we fully expect this year to be no different. Come dressed to impress, come ready to be impressed, and come prepared to stop a few strangers just to ask where they got that from.VIP doors open at 6pm for a banquet dinner you won’t forget. GA doors open at 8pm for a night that goes until you can’t anymore.What to Expect:VIP Banquet: Dinner honoring this year’s scholarship recipients and award honoreesPast Honorees: Barbara Lee, Dolores Huerta, Mistah F.A.B., the Hieroglyphics, Colin KaepernickInteractive Experiences: Art and exhibits celebrating legacy and creativityDancing & Music: Live performances from some of the Bay Area’s most talented artistsPast Performers: Daghe, Goapele, JWalt, Karega Bailey of SOL Development, Loovemoore, DC Is Chillin, the Turffeinz and moreCommunity & Connection: A space for Black joy, brilliance, and celebrationTicket Options:General AdmissionDoors open at 8pmPrice: $125.00Includes: Complimentary small bites featuring flavors of the African Diaspora, full bar, the best DJs in the Bay, art installations, face painting, a self-portrait studio and red carpet to show off your ball best!VIPDoors open at 6pmPrice: $350.00Includes: All the fun of GA plus a seated awards banquet hosted by RyanNicole and featuring HONORED stars of our community, early entrance at 6 pm, and a special gift21+ | August 1st, 2026 | Advance tickets strongly recommended — last year sold out.Get your tickets. You don’t want to be the one hearing about this the next morning. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/407665b0-8dee-11f1-88dc-e3856eb2568f-rimg-w493-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg https://youtu.be/c3amB-_BRgk?si=ZppkftCstcFOTfn2https://youtu.be/KPnJ6A2PFAI?si=QWjjmOxZ4_yZlIBShttps://youtu.be/D121M5NHCLM?si=lwNSkrUY5kyPqLj8 - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/oakland/black-futures-ball-2026/100001982698987043 - **Event Categories**: art, entertainment, parties, performances, fine-arts, nonprofit - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 1 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 6 hours - Location: BLOC15 Event Venue - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 65.87, max: 375.32, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Oakland - **state**: CA - **country**: United States - **location**: BLOC15 Event Venue - **lat**: 37.7945022 - **long**: -122.2718124 - **full address**: BLOC15 Event Venue, 252 2nd Street, Oakland, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Black Futures Ball 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/2d31b394adf51a91d2bda40c13b65da9c395f4ad73b6379e4f717e28de59d5a8-rimg-w1200-h1200-dc010101-gmir.png?v=1771658968 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Black Futures Ball 2026 being held? - **A:** Black Futures Ball 2026 takes place on Sat, 01 Aug, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Sun, 02 Aug, 2026 at 12:00 am at BLOC15 Event Venue, 252 2nd Street, Oakland, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Black Futures Ball 2026? - **A:** Black Futures Ball 2026 is organized by East Oakland Youth Development Center (EOYDC). - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Black Futures Ball 2026 is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Oakland, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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