Arlington, October 26, 2025
News Summary
The Black on the Block festival is set to return to Globe Life Field’s Lot Q in Arlington, featuring over 150 Black-owned vendors, live music, and various cultural activities. Scheduled for October 26, attendees can enjoy a vibrant atmosphere filled with food, retail, and entertainment, showcasing the mission to support Black businesses and culture. Founded by sisters Char and Lanie Edwards, the festival’s growing popularity has led to changes in venues and expansion into new markets.
Arlington
Black on the Block is returning to North Texas for its sixth iteration, bringing more than 150 Black-owned vendors, live performances, DJs and food to Globe Life Field’s Lot Q in Arlington on Sunday, October 26, from 1 PM to 7 PM. The festival was created in 2021 by sisters Char and Lanie Edwards and aims to amplify Black-owned businesses and celebrate Black culture. Tickets start at $20.
Key details
The event will feature over 150 Black-owned vendors offering food, retail and services. The festival will be hosted by Jazzi Black, a radio personality from 97.9 The Beat. Attendees can expect music and dancing, with DJs Phenom, Honey, Kenny Lofton, and Rooty Red scheduled to perform and hip-hop artist Foggieraw performing live.
The festival returns to the Dallas–Fort Worth area after previous events in cities including Los Angeles and Washington, D.C. Due to high local demand, the organizers chose Dallas as a primary expansion market and now hold the festival there twice a year. The event has grown enough to require larger venues, prompting a move from EpicCentral Grand Lawn in Grand Prairie to Globe Life Field, chosen for its capacity to handle large crowds and parking needs.
Attendance, sales and past performance
BOTB has demonstrated strong ticket and vendor performance in prior iterations. In April 2023, the festival sold out 3,300 tickets at its first event held at the Sports Academy at The Star in Frisco. Vendors have reported substantial sales at past events, with one food vendor reporting $14,000 in one day in sales. The festival’s popularity in Dallas has grown to the point that Dallas has become one of BOTB’s largest markets, reportedly surpassing Los Angeles.
Growth and partnerships
The organizers have responded to demand with increased frequency and geographic reach. BOTB announced a partnership with Live Nation Urban to expand to more cities, with plans that include international events in London and Canada. The festival’s expansion follows follower feedback that identified Dallas as the top choice for additional events.
Origins and programming
The festival was created in 2021 by sisters Char and Lanie Edwards. The concept for BOTB emerged after Char Edwards experienced being the only Black vendor at an event in Los Angeles, motivating the sisters to create an event that centers Black business ownership and creativity. BOTB has also drawn celebrity attendance in past events, including appearances by Chance the Rapper, Tinashe, Keke Palmer, Omarion and Romeo Miller.
In addition to the main festival, the Edwards sisters have launched related programming such as Wellness Fest, an immersive fashion show and a local music showcase. The family remains closely involved in operations, with their mother serving as CFO and their father managing the merchandise booth. While the sisters remain heavily involved in BOTB, they plan to eventually return to their individual fashion pursuits.
Practical information
Date and time: Sunday, October 26, from 1 PM to 7 PM.
Location: Globe Life Field’s Lot Q in Arlington (Globe Life Field, 1701 E Sanford St, Arlington, TX 76011).
Tickets: start at $20.
What to expect
Attendees should expect a mix of food, music, dancing and retail from Black-owned businesses. The event will be hosted by a radio personality and will include multiple DJs and a live hip-hop performance. Organizers selected Globe Life Field for its ability to accommodate large crowds and parking needs.
FAQ
When and where will the event be held?
The event will be held on Sunday, October 26, from 1 PM to 7 PM at Globe Life Field’s Lot Q in Arlington.
How many vendors will participate?
Over 150 Black-owned vendors will be present at the event.
Who created Black on the Block and when?
Black on the Block was created in 2021 by sisters Char and Lanie Edwards.
What is the mission of BOTB?
The mission of BOTB is to support Black small business owners and uplift Black enterprise and creativity.
How much do tickets cost?
Tickets for the BOTB event start at $20.
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Date & Time | Sunday, October 26, from 1 PM to 7 PM |
| Location | Globe Life Field’s Lot Q in Arlington (1701 E Sanford St, Arlington, TX 76011) |
| Vendors | Over 150 Black-owned vendors |
| Founders | Char and Lanie Edwards (created in 2021) |
| Host | Jazzi Black (97.9 The Beat) |
| Music | DJs Phenom, Honey, Kenny Lofton, Rooty Red; live performance by Foggieraw |
| Tickets | Start at $20 |
| Partnerships & Expansion | Partnership with Live Nation Urban; plans for London and Canada |
| Notable past metrics | Sold out 3,300 tickets in April 2023; one vendor made $14,000 in one day |
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