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Durag Fest returns to Charlotte on June 21, bringing together music, art, fashion, and community empowerment to celebrate Black culture. Headlined by trap-anime artist TiaCorine, the festival features an exciting mix of rising stars and local talent, including Eastside Brotha, Byron Juane, and Loren Lai.
Radio One Richmond is celebrating Black Music Month with The Black Music Month Collective, a month-long event series showcasing local Black artists. From R&B to jazz, hip hop to funk, the collective will feature live performances at four Richmond restaurants throughout June. The events, which are free and open to the public, aim to highlight the city’s vibrant music scene while honoring the legacy of Black musicians.
RVA Fashion Week is back for its 17th year and more immersive than ever. From avant-garde runway moments to trending streetwear, the weeklong event will showcase the designers shaping the future of fashion. With a fresh leadership team and a reimagined vision, this year’s lineup is packed with must-see shows, exclusive experiences, and a celebration of style that pushes boundaries.
The energy outside Black Bird Collective was electric—fans, fashion insiders, and local influencers wrapped around the building, waiting for the doors to Black Boys Lost to open. Inside, Markie Colden’s debut solo showcase for PLV was more than just a runway—it was a statement. From the raw, theatrical opening to the hand-crafted urban set, every detail told a story. Streetwear pieces, each one unique, carried Colden’s signature touch—painted logos, distressed textures, and screen-printed graphics that reflected the grit and resilience of Urban America. By the end of the night, one thing was clear: Black Boys Lost wasn’t just a fashion show. It was an experience.