A Day of Soul, Sound, and Shade in Southeast San Diego

July 4, 2025

The San Diego Black Arts and Culture District hosted a free music festival at Martin Luther King Jr. Community Park on Saturday, June 28th, combining elements of a block party, family reunion, and concert. Running from noon to 8 p.

Who is affected

Local community members and residents of Southeast San Diego
Festival attendees including families, couples, and children
Local vendors selling food, handmade jewelry, clothing, and books
Musical artists and performers who participated in the event
The San Diego Black Arts and Culture District as the organizing entity

What action is being taken

The San Diego Black Arts and Culture District is organizing and hosting free community cultural events
The organization is providing platforms for local artists and musicians to perform
The district is creating spaces for community gathering and cultural celebration
The organization is supporting local vendors by including them in community events
The district is maintaining a website (www.sdblackacd.org) to share information about upcoming events

Why it matters

The festival fostered community connection, culture, and celebration in Southeast San Diego
The event provided free access to arts and cultural programming for community members
The festival created economic opportunities for local vendors and artists
The gathering demonstrated the potential for successful community events in the area
The festival highlighted local talent and cultural expression in a family-friendly environment

What's next

No explicit next steps stated in the article, though it mentions that information about upcoming events can be found on the San Diego Black Arts and Culture District website at www.sdblackacd.org.

Read full article from source: The San Diego Voice & Viewpoint