Summer Celebration Event Guide for Indiana Black Expo

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Black Expo Summer Celebration is one of the largest African-American cultural events in the country, featuring a wide range of events showcasing music, art, culture, and community.

The Business Conference (July 14-15, Indiana Convention Center)"The two-day event offers opportunities for black, brown, women, veterans, and disabled business owners," said an IBE representative. "Free workshops for small businesses provide important information on a wide range of topics to help business owners and budding entrepreneurs succeed."The Education Conference (July 17, Indiana Convention Center)"The conference, geared toward educators, will feature workshops and keynote speakers from across the country," added the representative. "New educators and seasoned professionals are encouraged to attend to learn fresh ideas, proven strategies, and powerful insights to help them grow as educators."IBE’s Music Heritage Festival (July 18, IU Michael A. Carroll Stadium, IU Indianapolis campus)The outdoor concert will feature Keith Sweat, SWV, Cameo, Deniece Williams, and Christopher Williams. The concert will be held from 6 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.Tickets can be purchased online.Indiana Health Fair (July 18-20, Indiana Convention Center)The health fair is offering more than $4000 worth of free health screenings. Open daily from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m.IBE's free Exhibition Hall (July 18-20)This family-friendly event will host a father-daughter basketball clinic and more than 250 exhibitors.The full list of events can be found online.