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Black Art Events in Fayetteville & North Carolina

Black Artist Forward (BAF) provides a free platform for Black art events, exhibitions, and cultural events in Fayetteville and across North Carolina. Our mission is to increase visibility for Black artists by sharing local art events and community experiences. This listing helps people find Black art events near them while keeping submissions free for artists. Supporters who believe in expanding access to Black cultural events are invited to help sustain this work.

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  • Western Sip & Paint
    Western Sip & Paint
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    Sat, May 09
    519 Grove St
    May 09, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
    519 Grove St, 519 Grove St, Fayetteville, NC 28301, USA
    Grab your boots and brushes for a fun night painting Western scenes with friends over some tasty sips!
  • City Soul Cafe Open Mic
    City Soul Cafe Open Mic
    Multiple Dates
    Wed, May 13
    2019 Avent Ferry Rd
    May 13, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
    2019 Avent Ferry Rd, 2019 Avent Ferry Rd, Raleigh, NC 27606, USA
    City Soul Returns Jan 7th, 2026. Don't miss one of the Best Poetry Open Mics in NC.
  • Jambalaya Soul Slam Annual Haiku Slam
    Jambalaya Soul Slam Annual Haiku Slam
    Sat, May 16
    Hayti Heritage Center
    May 16, 2026, 8:00 PM – May 17, 2026, 10:30 PM
    Hayti Heritage Center, 804 Old Fayetteville St, Durham, NC 27701, USA
    A special poetry slam featuring haiku Jambalaya Soul Slam Haiku Slam
  • 21 STROKES AFTER DARK - GLOW IN THE DARK PAINT PARTY
    21 STROKES AFTER DARK - GLOW IN THE DARK PAINT PARTY
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    Fri, May 22
    1910 Wine Nest
    May 22, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    1910 Wine Nest, 223 Flagstone Ln, Raeford, NC 28376, USA
    Get ready to unleash your inner artist with neon vibes and glowing paint at the ultimate after-dark party!
  • NC Darkness RISING: Live 9 - Arts & Mental Health Block Party!
    NC Darkness RISING: Live 9 - Arts & Mental Health Block Party!
    Sat, May 23
    Moore Square
    May 23, 2026, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    Moore Square, Moore Square, Raleigh, NC 27601, USA
    The hottest summer block party with live music, shopping, food, mental health professionals, free resources, a DJ, and more!
  • NC SPOKEN VOL.4
    NC SPOKEN VOL.4
    Sat, May 30
    ArtsXL Building
    May 30, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    ArtsXL Building, 214 Burgess St, Fayetteville, NC 28301, USA
    Join us on Saturday, May.30.2026 as storytelling, poetry and community building takes shape during a night of artistic expression.
  • Monthly Board Meeting
    Monthly Board Meeting
    Multiple Dates
    Thu, Jun 04
    Check the location in your email!
    Jun 04, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM EDT
    Check the location in your email!
    Private Board Only Monthly Meeting
  • Artspace First Fridays
    Artspace First Fridays
    Multiple Dates
    Fri, Jun 05
    Artspace
    Jun 05, 2026, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    Artspace, 201 E Davie St, Raleigh, NC 27601, USA
    Swing by Artspace each month to view new exhibitions, enjoy a hands-on art activity, and shop with our 30+ studio artists
  • Opening Reception: Smile Bro
    Opening Reception: Smile Bro
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    Fri, Jun 05
    Region Six Project
    Jun 05, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Region Six Project, 100 Hay St, Fayetteville, NC 28301, USA
    Join us for the opening of Smile, Bro at Region Six Project Gallery
  • Art Call Deadline: Smile, Bro
    Art Call Deadline: Smile, Bro
    Thu, Apr 30
    Eventeny
    Apr 30, 2026, 7:00 PM – 7:05 PM
    Eventeny
    Art entries are due by 5pm on April 30th via Eventeny!
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