think AFRO: An Afrobeats Networking Pop-Up

Connect, collaborate, and build at this Afro HRS networking pop-up for Black and Brown entrepreneurs and creatives.

Think AFRO is more than a networking event. It’s a space to build, share, and grow together. Rooted in the mission of Afro HRS, this pop-up gathering continues our commitment to boosting our community one connection at a time by being both a platform and a space for collaboration.

Join us for an evening of conversation, culture, and connection with Afrobeats music, light refreshments, a curated mix of local vendors, networking bingo, icebreakers, and raffles.

Whether you are a creative, entrepreneur, or professional, this event is your chance to meet like-minded individuals, exchange ideas, and celebrate the power of collective growth. It is also a great opportunity to connect with North Hartford Cultural District members, ask questions about upcoming events, and explore potential partnerships.

📅 Date: Tuesday, March 31, 2026
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Location: North Hartford Cultural District Hub, The Artists Collective, 1200 Albany Avenue, Hartford
💰 Admission: $5

• Afrobeats n More provided by DJ Michelle Bee
• Icebreakers, networking bingo, and raffles
• Pop-up vendor tables
• Opportunities to connect with NHCD members about upcoming events and partnerships
• Bring your business cards!
• A community-driven space centered on culture and collaboration

Afro HRS
A cultural event series celebrating African roots and creativity through music, community, and collaboration, highlighting Black-owned venues, small businesses, and local artists across the Greater Hartford area and beyond.

This edition of think AFRO is held at the NHCD Hub inside The Artists Collective building. NHCD is a central hub for community engagement, cultural convenings + programming, and creative collaboration in North Hartford.

The NHCD Hub provides:

• A space for networking, learning, and collaboration
• Opportunities to meet members, ask questions, and explore partnerships
• A platform for workshops, pop-ups, and community gatherings

This event is a unique opportunity to plug into the NHCD network, connect with local creatives, and celebrate the vibrancy of Hartford’s cultural community.

Instagram: @nhculturaldistrict | @AfroHRS

A huge thank you to NHCD for providing this space and supporting local community initiatives.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The North Hartford Cultural District Hub, 1200 Albany Avenue, Hartford, United States

Concerts, fests, parties, meetups - all the happenings, one place.

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