Taste of Bronzeville

03/26/2026

STOP SCROLLING! 🛑 Your summer plans just got a whole lot tastier (and cheaper).

We’ve been getting the questions, so here is the official word: Entry to the Taste of Bronzeville on July 25th is 100% FREE! 🎟️✨

Come experience the heart of the South Side with:
🍖 The city’s best local vendors (Pay-as-you-eat!)
🎧 Live DJs spinning all day
🎡 A Kids’ Zone for the family
🏛️ Pure Bronzeville culture & vibes

While entry is free, we want to make sure we’re ready for the crowd! Claim your FREE tickets TODAY so you don’t miss out on important festival updates and lineup reveals.

HOW TO REGISTER:
1️⃣ Click the link in our bio (Linktree)
2️⃣ Or head straight here: https://bit.ly/4bLeUnQ 🔗

Tag the squad you’re bringing in the comments! 👇 Let’s show the city how Bronzeville shows up.

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02/27/2026

🍔✨ VENDORS — WE’RE STILL LOOKING FOR YOU! ✨🍔

Year 3 of Taste of Bronzeville is still loading… and it'll be our biggest and best yet!

If you’ve been thinking about applying, this is your reminder 👀 Applications are still open and we’re looking for amazing food vendors, retail brands, and entrepreneurs ready to showcase their business to thousands of attendees.

And yes… our burger mascot officially has a family now 🍔☺️🥰 because Taste of Bronzeville is a FAMILY AFFAIR! That means multigenerational vibes and community love.

If you want visibility, sales, and new customers, this is your moment.

👉🏾 Vendor application link is in our bio.

Let’s make Year 3 unforgettable.

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02/11/2026

✨ Vendor applications for Taste of Bronzeville 2026 are officially OPEN! ✨

We’re heading into year 3 focused on fun, family, and community! We invite you to be a part of this celebration. 🩵💚💛

📅 Saturday, July 25, 2026
📍 37th and King Drive
⏰ 11AM-5PM

📝 What’s included in the application:
• Clear participation instructions for food and retail vendors
• A menu planning tip sheet to help food vendors serve faster and smarter
• All key deadlines and requirements in one place

💰 Vendor Fees
• Early Bird: $333 (through April 15)
• Regular: $444 (April 16 – May 31)

✨ Returning TOB Vendors:
As a thank you for being part of our journey, past vendors can apply at the $333 rate at any time.

🔗 Apply using the link in our bio.
📌 Application deadline: May 31, 2026

We can’t wait to build another TOB with our vendor community!

02/03/2026

This weekend we had the absolute pleasure of visiting DixiePura for the very first time and…WOW!!🔥🔥

We had the pleasure of meeting the incredible Chef Chloe, owner and mastermind behind and truly enjoyed what she’s created right here in the heart of Bronzeville- it was truly special. The food?? Absolutely amazing. Every bite. No notes.

We are obsessed with what Chef Chloe has brought to our community and are so grateful for her hospitality and vision. Bronzeville continues to shine because of bold, passionate entrepreneurs like her.

Do yourself a favor and go check out DixiePura ASAP!! Run. Don’t. Walk. 🏃🏽‍♀️✨

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01/29/2026

✨ Taste of Bronzeville is back - and this year, we’re taking it back to the basics. ✨

The 3rd Annual Taste of Bronzeville returns
📅 Saturday, July 25
📍 3700 S. King Drive

This year, we’re leaning into how it all started: fun, family, and community. From day one, Taste of Bronzeville has been about bringing people together to celebrate our culture, creativity, and connection right here on King Drive. Year 3 is no different and we're rooted in community-first.

We’re now opening our interest form for those who want to help bring this year’s festival to life:
🍽️ Food & retail vendors
🤝 Sponsors & community partners
🙋🏾‍♀️ Volunteers
🎶 Performers & creatives
✨ And more

Interested in being part of it? Let us know how you’d like to get involved.

👉 Link in bio to submit your interest

Let’s build something special together just like we did in year 1 🩵💚💛

08/23/2025

Photo highlights from the 2nd Annual Taste of Bronzeville 🍽️🔥🎾

Popcorn to tacos, island grill flames, mocktails, and courtside vibes—our vendors and neighbors showed out.

Swipe ➡️ to meet the makers, tag your fave, and save—recap video drops next.

Big thanks to & for the love!

08/09/2025

🎉 The wait is almost over, Bronzeville! 🎉

We can’t wait to see YOU on the courts tomorrow for the 2nd Annual Taste of Bronzeville – where food, culture, and community come together for one unforgettable day! 🍴✨

📅 Saturday, August 9
🕚 11 AM – 5 PM
📍 XS Tennis, 5336 S. State St.

Headed to the Bud Billiken Parade or another event in the neighborhood? 🥳 Stop by before or after and keep the celebration going 🙌🏾 Bring your appetite, bring your crew, and let’s make memories! 🩵💚💛

08/08/2025

🎤🔥 TOMORROW — The Taste of Bronzeville stage is getting major star power! Catch — the Chicago powerhouse who brought the bars on Netflix’s Rhythm + Flow — performing LIVE!

📅 Saturday, August 9
🕚 3PM
📍 XS Tennis, 5336 S. State St.

From Netflix fame to the Bronzeville stage, she’s bringing the energy, the flow, and the vibes you won’t forget. Pull up for incredible food, culture, and community — and let’s make some noise for Big Mouf’ Bo! 💃🏾🔥

08/07/2025

Learn more about Historic Bronzeville here

https://www.wttw.com/dusable-to-obama/bronzeville

And come get a bite to eat this Saturday at XS Tennis 💛💚🩵

08/06/2025

We’re days away from the 2nd annual Taste of Bronzeville Food Fest!! We hope to see you soon!!

08/05/2025

🔥 TOMORROW MORNING! 🔥 will be live on at 7:45AM sharing his journey, his incredible restaurant and the bold island flavors he’s bringing to The 2nd Annual Taste of Bronzeville!

🌶️🌿 Catch it LIVE from anywhere: https://abc7chicago.com/watch/live/
📺 Going to miss it? Don’t worry—it reairs at 9AM and 10AM!

Trust us, you don’t want to miss this flavor-packed convo 👨🏾‍🍳✨