Family Time
Midwest Black Family Reunion
Senior Pavilion with live DJ, activities (such as bingo), fitness demonstrations, resources and more
Youth & Young Adult Pavilion with live DJ, activities, giveaways, and contests
Children’s Pavilion with games, activities, crafts, face painting, giveaways, and resources
Sports Pavilion with basketball tournament, giveaways, resources
Inspirational Pavilion with live entertainment, spiritual resources, performances
Health Pavilion with resources, giveaways, demonstrations, health screenings and more.
Find out more at www.myblackfamilyreunion.org.
The Midwest Regional Black Family Reunion continues to grow and is now one of Cincinnati's largest family-focused events drawing over 20,000 patrons.
“We are excited to be returning for our 33rd year and look forward to being able to serve our community in person this year,” says Tracey Artis, executive director of BFR.
The three-day celebration began on Fountain Square on Friday, Aug. 20 and continues at Sawyer Point Park on through Sunday, Aug. 22. This family-friendly event features food, entertainment, community resources, giveaways and more.
On Sunday, BFR also hosts their Urban Gospel Concert with Darwin Hobbs and James Fortune. Darwin Hobbs is one of the most respected and sought after recording artists and Worship Pastors in Gospel music. His inimitable, supple tenor has provided a rich backdrop to hundreds of recordings by artists including Michael W. Smith, Jars of Clay, Amy Grant, Natalie Grant, Michael Card, Bebe & Cece Winans, Donnie McClurkin, Michael McDonald, Donna Summer, Chris Tomlin, and countless others.
James Fortune is a Houston-bred, singer, songwriter and producer. Called to music ministry as a child, the idea of a record label, worldwide travel, an abundance of accolades and two Grammy-nominations were the least of his thoughts and aspirations. Since his music ministry's 2004 debut with You Survived, James Fortune has gone on to record and release The Transformation (2007), Encore (2010), Identity and Grace Gift (both released in 2012). James Fortune's 2017 release, Dear Future Me, intertwined trust with the act of forgiving self, and realizing that your future will flourish with God's grace. The album debuted at #1 on the Billboard Gospel chart with its lead single “Favor of God” receiving a 2019 ASCAP Urban Rhythm & Soul Award.
Throughout the day, guests can expect family fun, activities, throughout the par. There will also be vaccination stations, voter registration, and a school supply giveaway within the park.
“The Black Family Reunion exists to uplift and celebrate Black families and we intend to do just that. With everything that has occurred over the last year and a half, it’s important for us to remain steadfast and strong, just like our theme states,” says Artis.