2nd Annual BLK Future Fest + Basketball Combine 2026

2nd Annual BLK Future Fest + Basketball Combine 2026

By Institute of Melanated Innovation

BLK Future Fest is an interactive experience for students and families to build generational wealth , support vendors, network, and ball!

Date and time

Location

University of California, Riverside

900 University Avenue Riverside, CA 92521

Speakers

Agenda

8:30 AM - 9:00 AM

Networking and Business Vending

9:00 AM - 9:30 AM

BLK Future Fest Welcome and Purpose

De'Von Truvel | Play Black Wall Street

BLK Future Fest Committee

9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

Workshop Rotation 1

Dr. Augustine Okosun | Court 2 Corporate

Dr. Damien Danielly | Hip Hop Pedagogy

10:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Basketball Combine Drills| Student Athletes

Brandon Franklin | POW Athletics

10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

Workshop Rotation 2

Myia Williams |African Centered Education

10:45 AM - 11:30 AM

Black Education Roundtable Discussion

De'Von Truvel | Play Black Wall Street

Myia Williams | African Centered Education

Dr. Damien Danielly

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Lunch and Business Vendors

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

Keynote Speaker + Black Future Panel (Open Q & A)

Josiah Greer | Fire Your Boss

Black Future Panel

1:30 PM - 2:40 PM

Black Wall Street History and Game Session

De'Von Truvel | Play Black Wall Street

3:00 PM - 3:15 PM

BLK Future Fest Closing

Good to know

Highlights

  • 7 hours 30 minutes
  • under 18 with parent or legal guardian
  • In person
  • Free parking
  • Doors at 9:00 AM

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

Highlights

  • 7 hours 30 minutes
  • under 18 with parent or legal guardian
  • In person
  • Free parking
  • Doors at 9:00 AM

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

About this event

Family & Education • Children & Youth

Save the date for BLK Future Fest 2026!

Join us for a day filled with innovation, inspiration, and empowerment. Connect with like-minded individuals who are shaping the future of technology, education, sports, art, and business. Last year we SOLD OUT of tickets, so make sure you secure your spot now.

Experience thought-provoking keynote speakers, engaging workshops, and interactive discussions. Network with industry leaders and support Black Owned businesses.

This event will also feature a Basketball Combine for student athletes! Space in the combine is limited, so register early! This NBA style combine will include...

  • Vertical Jump
  • Reflex timing
  • Decision-Making Skills
  • Agility Drills
  • 3 x 3 Competition with CASH PRIZE $$

BLK Future Fest 2026 is where creativity, purpose, and community come together. Don't miss out on this incredible event!

We encourage schools and educational programs to bring their scholars.

The 2026 Agenda is still under development but you can view the 2025 agenda below.


This event is hosted by Play Black Wall Street and supported by POW Athletics, Triton Consulting NYC, FYB Presents Wise Word Wednesdays, and the Institute of Melanated Innovation.


Learn More Here

https://www.blkfuturefest.com/


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Jun 27 · 9:00 AM PDT