18th & Vine Arts Festival 2025: A Renaissance on Vine
Schedule
Fri Sep 26 2025 at 05:00 pm to 10:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
18th and Vine | Kansas City, KS
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🔥 The 2025 18th & Vine Arts Festival is almost here!Join us September 26–28 in the Historic 18th & Vine Jazz District for 3 unforgettable days of art, music, film, fashion, food, and culture.
This year’s theme:
✨ “A Renaissance on Vine: Celebrating Black Film, Television & Dandyism” ✨
🎨 MORE THAN A FESTIVAL
This is Kansas City’s cultural homecoming — honoring legacy, style, and storytelling while showcasing the next generation of creatives. Expect immersive art, high-energy performances, powerful film screenings, and community-driven celebrations that keep 18th & Vine alive.
🖤 WHAT TO EXPECT
• 100+ Black artists and creatives across visual, musical, literary, and performing arts
• Food trucks, Black-owned businesses, and artisan vendors
• Fashion shows, live music stages, and DJ sets all weekend
• Film & TV showcase honoring icons, stories, and Black cinema culture
• Family-friendly zones, interactive art, and culinary experiences
🎤 MAIN EVENTS
🕶️ Friday, Sept 26 – Opening Night (5–10 PM)
• Black Film Screening + Panel Discussion
• Fashion Showcase: Dandyism & Design
• Artist Preview + Live Performances
🎶 Saturday, Sept 27 – Festival Day (10 AM–10 PM)
• LIVE ON THE VINE Music Competition Finals (12 artists compete LIVE)
• Full day of vendors, performances, installations & community activations
🍽️ Sunday, Sept 28 – Soulful Sunday (10 AM–5 PM)
• Gospel Brunch & Culinary Arts Exhibition
• Family + Kids Zone with activities and live entertainment
• Honors Gala: Celebrating our legends
🎟 TICKETS
• $10 Day Pass | $25 Weekend Pass
👉 Grab yours now: www.18thandvineartsfestival.com
📍 LOCATION
Paseo Blvd from 18th Street to Truman Road, Kansas City’s Historic 18th & Vine District.
📞 CONTACT & SOCIAL
📧 [email protected]
| ☎️ (816) 760-2278
Follow: @18thandvineartsfestival | #18thandvineartsfestival
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Where is it happening?
18th and Vine, 1619 John Buck ONeil Way, Kansas City, MO 64108, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
