Diaspora Thanksgiving 2026

Diaspora Thanksgiving 2026

Overview

Meet professionals from across the African diaspora for warm and flavorful conversation this Thanksgiving.

Diaspora Thanksgiving 2026

We're back for another year! This Thanksgiving, let's gather for an evening of shared history, delicious food, and meaningful conversation.

Let's create unity among professionals of African descent across the diaspora. Diaspora Thanksgiving is a special dinner to give thanks for who we are and what we've overcome. Whether you identify as African, Black American, Afro-Caribbean, Afro-Canadian, or Afro-European, you are welcome to share your story.


🍽️ Our Mission: Share Stories, Deepen Understanding

Our mission is simple: to foster a deeper understanding of who we are as people of African descent by honoring each other's stories. We will move beyond professional titles to share personal histories and create a tapestry of connection that spans continents. Plus, 50% of all sales will go towards scholarships for future professionals of African descent currently enrolled in local colleges and universities.


🙏 Your Contribution: Bring a Drink, Share a Legacy

This year, we ask guests to participate in two special ways to make this a truly communal and intimate experience:

  1. Bring a Bottled Drink: Please bring one of your favorite drinks to share. (The main course, dessert, and side dishes from the best diasporic restaurants will be served. Feel free to bring your Tupperware for takeaways:)
  2. Bring A Story: In the spirit of gratitude, you will be invited to share a brief story about your accomplishments this year and how your heritage has supported you. We'll also have light games throughout the evening.
  3. Before you leave: receive a thank-you gift!

Let's create a space where every story contributes to a vibrant collective history.

  • Date: Saturday, November 21
  • Time: 7-11 pm
  • Location: RSVP for complete details
  • Attire: Red, burgundy, gold, and/or black
  • Prerequisite: All attendees must have a verifiable, professional LinkedIn profile.

Good to know

Highlights

  • 4 hours
  • ages 21+
  • In person
  • Paid parking
  • Doors at 6:45 PM

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

Location

1801 Aldrich St

1801 Aldrich Street

Austin, TX 78723

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Agenda

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Greet & Mingle

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Drinks & Appetizers

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Main Course & Sides

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