Schedule of the Event:

June 16, 2025

YOUTH SUMMIT

Connecting the youth with local community resources for their present and future endeavors in health, creative, and digital industries.

Time: 1:00PM 7:00 PM
Audience: Kids, Teens, and Families
Theme: "Our Roots, Our Future"

Morning Session:

Juneteenth History through Stories: Interactive storytelling sessions where actors bring Black historical figures to life.
Creative Workshops: Painting murals, designing
Juneteenth flags, and "Dream Board" stations for kids to envision their futures.

Afternoon Session:

Gen-Z Changemakers Panel: Local and national
young leaders share how they're creating change.
Interactive Breakouts:
- Coding for Social Good
- Spoken Word and Poetry Slam for Justice
- Building Financial Literacy Games for Teens

Family Fun Activities:

Scavenger hunt highlighting cultural achievements in science, art, and history.
Cultural dance tutorials (e.g., Afrobeat dance-offs).

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Time:  1:00pm to 7:00pm

Location: 4811 Ehrlich Rd

June 17, 2025

FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Health & Wellness
Time: 1:00 PM 7:00 PM
Audience: Adults and Families

Theme: "Healthy Minds, Thriving Communities"

Wellness Fair:
- Free health screenings (blood pressure, diabetes, mental health check-ins).
- Mental health workshops focusing destigmatizing therapy in Black communities.

Keynote Speaker

Food Experience:
- Cooking demonstrations with chefs highlighting. Afro-diasporic dishes with healthy twists.
- Interactive tasting stations featuring plant-based soul food and recipes.

Mindfulness Zone: Yoga, guided meditation sessions, and sound baths.

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Time:  1:00pm to 7:00pm

Location: 4811 Ehrlich Rd

June 18, 2025

STATE OF OUR DIASPORA

An immersive and participatory symposium bringing together members of the global majority to foster dialogue about issues throughout the Diaspora and brain storm solutions for global connectivity.

State of Our Diaspora Speakers & Panels
Time: 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Audience: Adults and Families

Theme: "Global Voices, Local Impact"

Morning Panels:
- Cultural Unity Across the Diaspora: African, Caribbean, and African American panelists discuss shared challenges and solutions.
- Youth Advocacy in Action: Exploring how the next generation is reshaping social and political landscapes.

Afternoon Keynote: A thought leader addressing "Reclaiming Our Narratives."

Evening Networking Hour: A cultural showcase of music, food, and diaspora-connected business opportunities.

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Time:  1:00pm to 7:00pm

Location: 4811 Ehrlich Rd

June 19, 2025

CULTURAL COUTURE BALL

An unforgettable evening of melanated elegance and culture. With guests dressed in Afro Inspired fashion; this dazzling and immersive gathering will be filled with music, art, dancing, fine dining, and much more.

Cultural Couture Ball
Time: 7:00PM 10:00 PM
Venue: Tampa River Center

Theme: "A Night of Elegance and Legacy"

Dress Code: Black Tie with Cultural Flair.

Come celebrate Juneteenth and honor community members who share a passion for cultural enrichment and civic engagement.
- The Cultural Couture Ball offers exceptional networking opportunities. Mingle with renowned artists, philanthropists, and leaders
- Proceeds from the Cultural Couture Ball directly support ROC THE BLOCK INC.'s educational programs, cultural festivals, and year-round community initiatives.
- Pre-Ball Cocktail Hour for sponsors & VIP at 6:00 P.M. 7:00p.m. Doors open at 7:00 Ρ.Μ.

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Time: 7:00pm to 10:00pm

Location: The Tampa River Center , 402 W Laurel Street, Tampa, FL 33607

June 20, 2025

TOPGOLF

A fun evening of leisure and community connections. Cool Prizes. Funds raised will be distributed to local charities throughout the community as well as support ROC THE BLOCK INC.'s educational programs, cultural festivals, and year-round community initiatives.

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Time:  11:30am to 2:30pm

Location: Topgolf Tampa, 10690 Palm River Road, Tampa, FL 33619

June 21, 2025

LET'S ROC

RAYMOND JAMES STADIUM!

Join us as we produce another family-friendly, educational, and empowering experience for the Community! Enjoy entertaining live DJ's, artistic dance performances, musical guests, KidZone, and so much more! All of this entertainment was wrapped up by retail vendors, community resource booths, and a variety of food vendors!

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Time: 3:00pm to 9:00pm

Location: Raymond James Stadium, 4201 N Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, FL 33607

Date: June 16-21, 2025

Location: Various Location in Tampa, FL

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