Friday, June 5 | 3 PM – 7 PM
Celebrate Black creativity, entrepreneurship, and community at the Melanin Market! This special afternoon-to-evening partner presentation features a curated selection of local fashion, art, and handcrafted goods from Black-owned businesses. Pull up ready to shop, move, and celebrate as we kick off the first market of the season with an incredible lineup of interactive community activations.
The June 5 Edition of Melanin Market Features:
3:00 PM – Vibe Setting with DJ Soundboi: Kicking off the market and setting the tone all day, world-traveling DJ Soundboi brings his unmatched energy to the Square. Expect a seamless, high-energy blend of Afrobeats, Amapiano, Dancehall, Soca, 90s throwbacks, and more.
5:00 PM – Country Line Dancing with Gyallivant: Move and groove with Gyallivant, an organization dedicated to creating transformative, culturally relevant wellness spaces for Black women and Women of Colour. Join them in the Square for a fun and holistic line dancing experience!
6:30 PM – AfroFusion Fashion Show: Curated by the UPlift Black Centre, close out the evening with a vibrant showcase highlighting local fashion and bold, Afro-centric style.
Melanin Market in the Square dates: June 5, July 10, & August 14
Go to sankofasquare.ca/hotsquaresummer to see the full season of free weekly events.