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Do you have courage?

To follow your Dream?

Our Annual Black History Month Celebration serves as a tribute to the transformative power of music and art, and their ability to inspire, revitalize, and unite our community.

Event Details

When

Saturday , February 8th 

Mechanics Hall 321 Main St. Worcester, MA

where

what

Art Gallery Opens - 5:30 PM

Show Begins 6:00 PM

Vendors Open 8:00 PM

who

Presented by: Kingdom Voice & Music, Keep Ryzin Entertainment, and Unity Radio

Our Story

This event began in 2023 at the College Church in Lancaster, MA, through a collaboration with Kingdom Voice & Music (KVM). What started as a modest dream—a small concert featuring a choir that Kirosha, the founder of KVM, had formed in 2021—quickly grew into something much larger. Inspired by a desire to celebrate Black heritage and excellence, the vision expanded to include local cuisine, fine art, and unforgettable music from renowned artists like Renese King. That first event, titled Courage to Sing, was a powerful tribute to Black voices and stories.​

In February 2024, the celebration evolved with Courage to Persevere, shifting the focus from historical heroes to modern-day heroines—Black female educators who are breaking barriers and making history today. This annual event continues to inspire, uplift, and honor the richness of the Black community.

This year’s theme, "Courage to Dream," will tell the courageous faith stories of Black and Brown immigrants who have journeyed to Worcester County in search of a better life. Through performances by local artists, actors, choirs, and culinary creatives, we will celebrate their resilience and contributions, highlighting the powerful narratives that have shaped our community.​

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Meet the Team

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Stephen Reyes

Media Director

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Shawn Santana

Marketing & Promotion Director

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Tickets

Ticket prices will be posted and go on sale soon. But here is what to expect:

VIP Ticket

Table Floor seating - Includes Sparkling Water, Appetizer, and Swag Bag

Adult Ticket: General Admission

13 and over - Balcony Seating

Child Ticket: General Admission

Ages 12 and under - Balcony Seating

Our partners

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Mechanics Hall

Mechanics Hall is internationally regarded as one of the world's great concert halls for its superb acoustics and inspirational beauty. Regionally, it is considered to be Worcester's finest meeting place. 

 

Mechanics Hall is ideally located in the heart of New England--Worcester, Massachusetts. Worcester is 40 minutes from Boston and Providence; an hour from Hartford and 3 hours from New York City.

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We are so honored to collaborate with this fine institution to hold this incredile event.

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Sponsor Opportunity

Your sponsorship will directly contribute to making this event accessible to all, showcasing the talent and spirit of our community, and ensuring that the stories of our Black and Brown immigrants are preserved and celebrated.

 

By partnering with us, your organization will demonstrate a commitment to cultural enrichment, community unity, and the celebration of diversity.

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We offer several sponsorship opportunities to provide your organization with meaningful exposure before and during the event, comp tickets and even special gifts of thanks.

We would be honored to discuss how your company can partner with us to make this celebration a success.

For more info contact:
Ernest Floyd - efloyd@pridepro.org
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Vendor Opportunity

Are you a Black or Brown owned restaurant, small business, or  public service looking for an incredible vendor opportunity? Celebrate and honor Black History Month while growing your business!

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We invite you to be part of a truly groundbreaking celebration—a first-of-its-kind immersive event in Worcester, designed to honor and showcase Black Excellence in a way the city has never seen before.

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This is your chance to showcase your products or services, network, and expand your brand in front of a diverse audience in a storied venue.

For more info contact:
Whitney Marshall - sympliwhitney@gmail.com 
Happy Baker
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