About this Event
BLACK ENTREPRENEUR WEEK COMMUNITY KICKOFF
Sunday, September 27, 2026 | 2:00–5:00 PM
Raleigh, NC
Free and open to the community
Black Entrepreneur Week begins with a community-centered afternoon celebrating Black business, creativity, culture, and connection.
The Community Kickoff brings entrepreneurs, families, community leaders, ecosystem partners, and supporters together to connect, discover local businesses, and experience the energy behind THE BLKPRNT.
This is more than an opening celebration. It is an opportunity to strengthen relationships, increase visibility for Black-owned businesses, and begin a week focused on business growth and economic opportunity.
WHAT TO EXPECT
• Black-owned businesses and community partners
• Food, music, and community experiences
• Opportunities to connect with entrepreneurs and business leaders
• Information about the week’s programs and experiences
• A welcoming environment for entrepreneurs, families, and supporters
Admission is free, but advance registration is encouraged.
Free food is available from 2:15–4:15 PM, while supplies last. Registration does not guarantee food.
ABOUT BLACK ENTREPRENEUR WEEK
Black Entrepreneur Week is the flagship experience of THE BLKPRNT—a growing platform created to increase visibility, access, collaboration, and economic opportunity for Black entrepreneurs, creatives, and business leaders.
September 27–October 3, 2026 | Raleigh, NC
CONTINUE THE EXPERIENCE
The Community Kickoff is free. Attend additional Black Entrepreneur Week experiences with the $79 Week Pass.
Get the Week Pass:
https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/black-entrepreneur-week-2026-4865835
Event venue & nearby stays
The Wright Note Cafe, 399 Hubert Street, Raleigh, United States
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