Black Girl Wellness Fest To Bring Chicago’s First Large-Scale Wellness Experience for Black Women
Summary
- Black Girl Wellness Fest takes place June 26–27, 2026 at the UIC Forum in Chicago
- Presented by Black Girl Vitamins, the festival is designed to center Black women’s health, wellness, and community
- The two-day event will feature fitness experiences, expert panels, wellness activations, and conversations around holistic health
- BGV will premiere a new docu series highlighting the real health experiences of Black women
- Three scholarships will be awarded to Chicago graduate students pursuing healthcare careers
A New Wellness Experience for Black Women Comes to Chicago
Black Girl Vitamins is bringing health, community, and culture together with Black Girl Wellness Fest, Chicago’s first large-scale wellness event curated specifically for Black women.
Taking place Friday, June 26 through Saturday, June 27, 2026 at the UIC Forum, the two-day experience will bring together thousands of women for a weekend centered around holistic health, education, movement, and connection.
Presented by Black Girl Vitamins, Black Girl Wellness Fest was created to be more than a wellness event, it is a space where Black women can learn, recharge, and celebrate their well-being.
Centering Black Women’s Health and Wellness
Black women continue to face unique health challenges, from disparities in healthcare access to conditions that are often underdiagnosed or overlooked.
Black Girl Wellness Fest was designed to create a space where women can have honest conversations about their health while connecting with experts, brands, and community leaders who understand their experiences.
The festival will highlight key areas of wellness, including:
- Hormonal health
- Mental wellness
- Fitness and movement
- Nutrition
- Financial wellness
- Clean beauty
- Preventative health
Because wellness is not just about one part of your life—it is about supporting the whole woman.
Two Days of Wellness, Movement, and Community
Friday, June 26: Fitness Party Experience
The weekend will begin with a high-energy fitness celebration from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
Guests can expect:
- Local fitness instructors leading movement sessions
- A live DJ
- A mocktail bar
- Community connection
- A feel-good atmosphere focused on movement and joy
This opening experience sets the tone for a weekend dedicated to feeling strong, supported, and empowered.
Saturday, June 27: Full-Day Wellness Festival
The main festival day will take place from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM and will feature:
- Wellness marketplace
- Doctor-led panels
- Expert breakout sessions
- Fitness classes
- Wellness lounges
- Interactive activations
- Community conversations
Attendees will also have the opportunity to shop Black Girl Vitamins products through two dedicated BGV booths onsite.
Featuring Black Women Leaders, Experts, and Changemakers
Black Girl Wellness Fest will bring together an incredible lineup of speakers, panelists, and special guests, including:
- Meagan Good
- Val Warner
- Malinda Williams
- Dr. Contessa Metcalfe
- Ta’Rhonda Jones
The event will also feature conversations with influential founders and wellness leaders, including:
- Abena Boamah-Acheampong, CEO & Founder of hanahana beauty
- Jhalesa Seymour, CEO & Founder of SaltXO
- Aris Singleton, MBA, CEO of Thank God It’s Natural
- Nicole Ray Robinson, Director of Marketing at Carol’s Daughter
Together, these women represent the future of Black women’s wellness, entrepreneurship, beauty, and health advocacy.
Investing in the Next Generation of Healthcare Leaders
As part of Black Girl Vitamins’ commitment to closing the health equity gap, the brand will award three scholarships to Chicago graduate students pursuing healthcare careers during Black Girl Wellness Fest.
This scholarship initiative is part of BGV’s $100,000 scholarship fund dedicated to supporting women entering the healthcare field.
By investing in future practitioners, Black Girl Vitamins is helping create a healthcare system that better represents and understands the communities it serves.
Join Black Girl Wellness Fest in Chicago
From expert conversations to movement, self-care, and connection, the event is designed to remind every woman that her wellness matters.
Join Black Girl Vitamins in Chicago for a weekend dedicated to becoming healthier, stronger, and more informed.