Hey WBLS family! If you are looking for something to do this weekend, we’ve got you covered! Take a look at some of these cool events happening in your neighborhood.
West African Drumming [All Levels]
Date: Recurring, Thursdays
Time: 6:30 PM-8:00 PM
Location: 1368 Fulton Street, Brooklyn, NY Cumbe: Center For African Disapora Dance, Brooklyn
Price: $18 Per Person
This drumming class invites people of all skill levels to immerse themselves in the vibrant rhythms of West African culture. It’s a deeply empowering experience that draws participants into the heart of African traditions, offering a unique blend of music, history, and connection.
Soca Sweat Fete, SOCA FITNESS PARTY
Date: Saturday, September 28th
Time: 10:00 AM-11:00 AM
Location: 391 East 51st Street Brooklyn, NY 11203
Free w/ RSVP
‘Soca N Sweat’ is coming to NYC on September 28th. This high-energy fitness session combines dancing, whining, and a full-body workout, all set to the vibrant sounds of soca music.
Black Spurs: The Musical—History In The Park
Date: Wednesday, October 9th-Saturday, October 12th,
Time: 11 AM-1 PM
Location: 177-01 Baisley Boulevard Located in Roy Wilkins Park (enter at 177th Street & Baisley Blvd) Queens, NY 11434
Free w/ RSVP
This outdoor musical event highlights African American history through live performances. It’s a great fit for anyone interested in Black history, music, and community storytelling.
HER Essence: Rewriting the Script, Reclaiming Our Stories
Date: Saturday, October 12th
Time: 1:30 PM-4 PM
Location: The Vino Theater (274 Morgan Avenue #Suite 201 Brooklyn, NY 11211)
Price: $23.18-$50
The event offers a safe, supportive space for women to reflect on the narratives, treatment, and expectations surrounding womanhood, exploring how these experiences have shaped their lives and perspectives.
André 3000: New Blue Sun Live In Concert
Date: Friday, October 25th
Time: 7:30 PM
Location: BAM Howard Gilman Opera House (30 Lafayette Ave, Brooklyn, NY)
Price: Tickets start at $134.50
After 17 years, André 3000 breaks his hiatus with a solo record, blending spiritual jazz and transcendental flute music. Best known as half of Outkast, he now brings his ethereal New Blue Sun to BAM, accompanied by a talented ensemble for a mesmerizing sonic journey.
We hope that your enjoy the weekend and these events.