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What is it?

A Taste of Melanin is an immersive cultural experience and community movement that celebrates the creativity, influence, and brilliance that shape American culture. Designed to spark inspiration, connection, and collective growth, it highlights the past, present, and future of innovation, expression, and excellence within our communities.

Through interactive exhibits, live performances, culinary experiences, creative workshops, and community-centered programming, A Taste of Melanin goes beyond entertainment. It creates space for cultural education, economic empowerment, and meaningful experiences that uplift, unite, and amplify voices, stories, and contributions that continue to define the American experience.

Our Why

At A Taste of Melanin, we believe that black culture is beautiful, complex, and often misunderstood. In today’s media landscape, the black community is often portrayed in a negative light, and we want to change that narrative.

EVENT SCHEDULE

Note: dates are subject to change

Saturday,
Feb 1st

Age 18+ |
ASU ART MUSEUM

Sunday,
Feb 2nd

All Age Event |
Tempe Town Lake

Saturday,
Feb 8th

Age 21+ |
Stadium lounge

February
10th - 16th

All Ages 

Saturday,
Feb 15th

All AGE Event |
zoni girls roller rink

Saturday,
Feb 22nd

All Age Event |
The Archwood at Eastlake

Thursday,
Feb 6th

Galvanize

Thursday,
Feb 13th

Onyx Art Gallery

Thursday,
Feb 20th

Tap That Downtown

Thursday,
Feb 27th

Chic Chef 77

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