The Black Owned Business (BOB) Festival returns on Saturday, November 30 from 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. at 55 N. Fifth Ave. — the large open lot behind Hotel Congress.
The festival is more than just a gathering — it’s a statement of solidarity and a testament to the determination of Black businesses throughout the state. Hosted by Blax Friday, the goal behind the festival is bringing Black businesses together statewide.
Over the past few years, Blax Friday has become the largest Black business directory and app in the state. Since 2020, Ashley La Russa, founder of Blax Friday, has hosted the Black business market called “Soul Food Wednesdays,” which has grown from five vendors to 50.
The family-friendly event is free to the public — you pay for whatever goodies you’d like to take home.
Vendors will be on-site from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. and the live entertainment ends around 10 p.m.
BOB Fest Food Vendors
- Cute & Classy Krispies
- Sweets, Cakes & Treats
- 1220 Bakery
- TT’s Treats
- Brille Mead
- Hot Sauce and Pepper
- Bayou Bistro
- Bereisheet 129 Vegan Plant-Based Cuisine
- CP’s Wings
- My Dawg
- Natty’s World
From art and fashion to food and technology, the festival is a testament to the entrepreneurial spirit within the Black community. Learn more about all of the vendors by following BOB Fest on Instagram.
BOB Fest will take place on Saturday, November 30, from 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. at 55 N. 5th Ave. For more details on the event, follow Blax Friday on Instagram.
