The.BlkFriday Gala Fundraiser - Help Support The.BlkRoom

Join us as we celebrate the close of The BlkRoom’s 2025 programming cycle and look ahead to an exciting 2026! This elegant cocktail-style evening offers a special opportunity to reflect on our impact, engage with our vibrant community, and support our future initiatives.

This evening is designed to strengthen relationships with supporters, stakeholders, and donors while raising vital funds. Our goal is to raise $25,000 in General Operations to ensure the sustainability of our space and programs into 2026.

Event Details:

Date: November 28th, 2025

Time: 6:00PM - 10:00PM | Afterparty 10:00PM - till

Location: The.BlkRoom - 4015 W Carroll, Unit 204

Evening Highlights:

• Food and Open Bar
• Interactive Art Activation
• Live Performances and Showcases
• Gallery Walk and Art Showcase
• Multimedia presentation
• Exciting raffle opportunities

Your presence and support will help us continue to grow and serve our community. Together, we can make a lasting impact.

Sponsors and Partners

• Food Presented by Truffle Chicago
• Vegan Foods and Treats by Earthy Essence - EYEisha, known to many as @theearthyygirly, is a passionate food artist and the founder and CEO of Earthy Essence, a plant-based education company committed to empowering underserved communities with the tools to embrace healthy, affordable, and accessible living. With a talent for creating vibrant culinary experiences, they have hosted numerous pop-up events, curated innovative food and culinary journeys, and led engaging workshops that inspire connection and wellness through food.

• Cocktails and Drinks by Hoste Cocktails - Hoste Pilsen is the flagship home of Hoste Cocktails—a 15,000-square-foot creative hub located in the heart of Chicago’s Pilsen neighborhood. Equal parts production facility, event venue, and community gathering space, Hoste Pilsen brings the brand’s hospitality ethos to life through immersive programming, private events, and cocktail innovation. The space houses Hoste and Apologue’s full beverage production operations and features a flexible event venue complete with a full bar, kitchen, and curated design details throughout. From weddings and off-sites to live music, wellness classes, and night markets, Hoste Pilsen is designed to foster connection through cocktails, creativity, and community.

To learn more or inquire about hosting an event, visit hostecocktails.com

• Afterparty Sponsored by Chibrations - an artist-led media platform designed to celebrate and centralize performing artists of Greater Chicago. We prioritize communities of color and partner with creatives of all types. Our mission is to leverage technology to inspire collaboration, and explore socio-economic and creative solutions for our collective self.

If you are unable to attend the gala or are looking for other ways to support. Click the link here and donate to us directly! - https://givebutter.com/7Vgl9W

Stay tuned for updates on our sponsors and lineup as the weeks go by!