ROOTED Juneteenth Cultural Experience Fashion Show, Day Party, & Black Expo

Chicago… this is what happens when culture, ownership, fashion, and community decide to stop waiting for opportunities and start building them.

ROOTED is not just an event.
It’s a movement.

On June 18, 2026, ROOTED brings together Chicago’s rising designers, entrepreneurs, artists, influencers, and cultural leaders for an elevated Juneteenth experience centered around Black excellence, economic empowerment, creativity, and ownership.

This is where fashion meets purpose.
This is where networking meets opportunity.
This is where culture meets elevation.

If you've been looking for something different from the typical Juneteenth festival, this is it.

ROOTED was created to celebrate freedom not just through history — but through visibility, ownership, entrepreneurship, and circulation of Black dollars within our own community.

We got tired of being overlooked.
We got tired of waiting for doors.
So we built one.

And when we walk through it… we’re not walking through alone.

At ROOTED:
• Creatives get seen
• Businesses get supported
• Designers get platforms
• Entrepreneurs get exposure
• Culture gets elevated
• Community gets poured back into

Because our philosophy is simple:

Everybody eats.
Everybody elevates.
Everybody expands.

ROOTED is a curated cultural experience featuring:

Luxury Cultural Fashion Show
Featuring emerging and established Black designers showcasing powerful collections celebrating culture, identity, and innovation.

Curated Vendor Marketplace
Shop unique brands, fashion, beauty, art, and lifestyle products from Black-owned businesses.

Influencers + Live Content Creation
Meet creators, media personalities, and cultural voices shaping Chicago’s creative scene.

High Energy Day Party Experience
Music, celebration, networking, and unforgettable energy curated by Chicago talent.

VIP Experience (VIP Ticket Required)
Premium seating, exclusive perks, VIP gift bag, drink tickets, and access to the ROOTED after-experience.

ROOTED Speakeasy After Experience (Add-On)
An exclusive post-event celebration with elevated vibes and curated music.

ROOTED isn’t just about one day.

ROOTED is building a long-term ecosystem.

A portion of ROOTED supports the launch of the Youth Creator Grant Initiative, helping young creatives ages 17-24 access funding, mentorship, and opportunities to launch their creative careers.

This means your ticket doesn’t just get you access.

It helps build doors for the next generation.

ROOTED is perfect for:

• Fashion lovers
• Entrepreneurs
• Creatives
• Influencers
• Designers
• Vendors
• Cultural leaders
• Young professionals
• Supporters of Black businesses
• Anyone who wants to be in powerful rooms with powerful energy

If you love fashion shows, networking events, day parties, or cultural experiences in Chicago, you will love ROOTED.

Date: June 18, 2026
Location: Seven Star Venue – Chicago
Time: 2PM – 9PM
Runway Show: Begins around 5PM
After Experience: Limited access add-on

Dress Code: Upscale / Fashion Forward / Cultural Luxury
Age Requirement: 21+

ROOTED is intentionally capacity-controlled to maintain quality, experience, and exclusivity.

Once tickets are gone, they are gone.

Prices will increase as the event approaches.

If you believe in supporting culture, ownership, and community impact, this is your invitation.

This is about narrative change.

This is about ownership.

This is about showing what happens when we invest in each other.

This is about getting ROOTED so we can elevate together.

Join the movement.

Tickets are limited.

Grab yours today and be part of Chicago’s newest cultural tradition.

Learn more:
ROOTEDJuneteenth.com

Follow the movement:
ROOTED Juneteenth Cultural Experience

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

2017 W Howard St, 2017 West Howard Street, Chicago, United States

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