CURLFEST 2026
- ALL AGES
CURLFEST 2026 is a long-anticipated chance for the natural beauty community to reunite and celebrate the culture without bounds.
Location
NYC
TBD New York, NY 10035Refund Policy
About this event
- ALL AGES
- No venue parking
CURLFEST 2026 – The Ultimate Celebration of Black Beauty & Culture is BACK!
After a thoughtful pause to realign our mission and power up with purpose, CURLFEST is officially returning in Summer 2026, and you're invited to be part of the next chapter. This isn’t just a festival. It’s a movement. A safe space. A joyful gathering that uplifts the culture and celebrates the power of the global natural beauty community. We’re coming back with the same love, the same energy, only deeper, more intentional, and unapologetically us.
PRESALE TICKETS ON SALE NOW — SAVE 35% THROUGH SEPTEMBER 8! Snag your spot early and help us bring this celebration to life.
🎫 TICKET TIERS – PRESALE ENDS SEPTEMBER 8
SILVER: General Admission $45 → $29.25 ✔ Access to the CURLFEST lawn, Beauty Row, vendors, mainstage events, and immersive activations
GOLD: GA + Gift Bag $60 → $39.00 ✔ Everything in Silver, plus a premium gift bag
PLATINUM: VIP + Gift Bag $80 → $52.00 ✔ Everything in Gold, plus VIP lounge access
WHAT TO EXPECT: ✨ Live performances & empowerment panels ✨ Beauty Row featuring your favorite brands ✨ Marketplace of Black-owned businesses ✨ Wellness zones & immersive experiences ✨ Food trucks, photo ops & good vibes all day
All CURLFEST Tickets Include:
- Access to CURLFEST Beauty Row, featuring our favorite brands with activations, deals, giveaways, games, and more!
- Music from the hottest DJs
- Access to the CURLFEST Marketplace featuring the dopest Black and women-owned vendors from around the country!
- Access to the CURLFEST Empowerment stage, featuring some of our special guests
- Food and Drinks available for purchase from vendors across the diaspora
- Access to the Main Stage dance party, CURLFEST activities, CURLFEST Arts District and More!
Event Information
Saturday, JULY 25, 2026
12pm - 7pm ET
New York, NY
For more information
https://www.curlfest.com
Instagram: @curlygirlcollective
Refund Policy
All tickets are non-refundable.
Need a Hotel?https://crewfare.com/events/curlfest/
Frequently asked questions
Due to the evolving corporate and cultural landscape—including a major shift in DEI support—CURLFEST made the intentional decision to pause in 2025 and return in 2026 with an even stronger foundation. We remain committed to community, celebration, and cultural pride.
You can support CURLFEST by: **Purchasing presale tickets **Sharing the news with your community **Engaging with our 2025 programs and content **Supporting CURLY GIRL COLLECTIVE on social
We are happy to offer a 35% Presale discount for all CURLFEST 2026 tickets until September 8, 2025. Please note: Presale ends September 8, 2025. Regular pricing resumes afterward.
No. You are not allowed to bring alcohol to CURLFEST. However, there will be plenty of food and beverage vendors with cocktails, wine, and more; as well as plenty of free water stations available.
Entry is free for kids 6 and under with a paying adult. While the festival primarily caters to adults, children are welcome at CURLFEST! Consider arriving and/or departing before peak crowds for a smoother experience with your little ones.
We currently don’t offer group rates for CURLFEST. Be sure to tell your squad or group to grab their tickets when they go on sale!
Most vendors accept credit cards, Apple & Google Pay but avoid credit card downtime or technical issues by carrying cash.
YES! You can easily transfer your Silver or Gold ticket to Platinum. To transfer your ticket: Go to your ORDERS > Select CURLFEST 2026 > Click 'TRANSFER' > Click 'CHANGE TICKET' > Select 'PLACE ORDER'
When your order is transferred, you will receive a brand new confirmation email with an updated QR code. The old ticket is NO LONGER VALID.
You've got to sign up to our Mailing List on www.CURLFEST.com and Stay Tuned! More exciting things to come!
We’ve partnered with Crewfare to bring you the lowest rates on nearby hotels! Grab your crew and book your spot before they sell out!
Tickets are non-refundable. However, they are transferable. Please keep an eye on your email and Eventbrite account for instructions on how to transfer tickets if needed.
Yes! A ticket is required to gain any and all access to CURLFEST. Guests without tickets will be denied entry. Please visit the website for more information about ticket prices and amenities.
CURLFEST is rain or shine. Please plan (for gorgeous weather) accordingly!
Unless otherwise stated, chairs are not allowed for security reasons. However, we encourage you to bring something comfortable to sit on like a blanket or towel to relax on the CURLFEST lawn.
CURLFEST will return in Summer 2026! We’re finalizing the date and location, and will share all updates through our website, email list, and social channels.
CURLFEST will be held in New York City. Final venue details will be shared soon!