Master Schedule

Plan your Black Family Reunion weekend

Explore the full lineup of featured experiences, signature events, and family-centered programming across Black Family Reunion weekend in Cincinnati.

Wednesday • August 5

Kickoff Week

6:40 pm

BFR Kickoff & First Pitch with the Cincinnati Reds

Great American Ball Park

Opening celebration with the 2026 Family of the Year and first pitch ceremony.

Thursday • August 13

Leadership & Opportunity

Noon – 3PM

BFR Job Fair

Duke Energy Convention Center

Career connections, employers, workforce development, and opportunity-building resources.

7:00 PM

BFR Speaks

Corinthian Baptist Church • 1920 Tennessee Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45237

A keynote-driven conversation focused on leadership, resilience, community, and purpose.

Noon – 6:00 PM

American Red Cross blood drive

The Red Cross is experiencing a National Blood Crisis as blood donations have fallen to a four-year summer low. There’s an immediate need for blood donations, especially type O. Did you know that 51% of African Americans are type O?

Friday • August 14

Recognition, Fellowship & History

TBD

Ride. Reunite. Celebrate.

Celebrate community and culture on two wheels! The Major Taylor Cycling Club invites cyclists of all skill levels to Cincinnati from August 14–16. Enjoy three days of scenic rides paired with one of the nation’s largest Black Family Reunion celebrations. Advance registration is open now.

8:30 AM

BFR Heritage Breakfast

First Financial Convention Center | 525 Elm St • Cincinnati, Ohio 45202

A signature recognition event honoring leadership, service, and enduring community impact.

10:30 AM

African American Historic Bus Tour

New Pickup Location: 151 West Fifth Street, Cincinnati, Ohio

A guided experience through the people, places, and stories that shaped Black history in Cincinnati.

12:00 PM

BFR Lounge

First Financial Bank Innovation Center • 1 East Fourth Street

A welcoming space to relax, reconnect, and celebrate throughout the weekend.

Saturday • August 15

Culture, Parade & Main Stage

TBD

Ride. Reunite. Celebrate.

Celebrate community and culture on two wheels! The Major Taylor Cycling Club invites cyclists of all skill levels to Cincinnati from August 14–16. Enjoy three days of scenic rides paired with one of the nation’s largest Black Family Reunion celebrations. Advance registration is open now.

11:00 AM

2026 BFR Parade

Mehring Way • The Banks / Downtown

A citywide celebration of culture, community pride, and collective visibility.

Saturday, August 15, 2026 at 11:00 AM
2026 Grand Marshal: Scotty Johns

12:00 PM

Children’s Pavilion: The Amazing World of Kids

Sawyer Point

A lively family experience featuring recreation, STEM, wellness, games, giveaways, and live performances.

12:00 PM – 8:00 PM

BFR Cultural Celebration

Sawyer Point

Family programming, pavilions, vendors, community activations, and festival experiences.

5:00 PM

Urban Concert Series

Sawyer Point

Featured artists and live music celebrating joy, creativity, and cultural pride.

Sunday • August 16

Faith, Family & Closeout

TBD

Ride. Reunite. Celebrate.

Celebrate community and culture on two wheels! The Major Taylor Cycling Club invites cyclists of all skill levels to Cincinnati from August 14–16. Enjoy three days of scenic rides paired with one of the nation’s largest Black Family Reunion celebrations. Advance registration is open now.

12:00 PM

Children’s Pavilion: The Amazing World of Kids

Sawyer Point

A lively family experience featuring recreation, STEM, wellness, games, giveaways, and live performances.

12:00 PM – 8:00 PM

BFR Cultural Celebration

Sawyer Point

More family activities, pavilions, cultural programming, and community engagement across the park.

5:00 PM

Gospel Concert Series

Sawyer Point

An uplifting closeout centered on faith, spiritual strength, and encouragement through music.