2026 Melanin in May® Festival

Schedule

Sat, 23 May, 2026 at 09:00 am

UTC-05:00

Location

Community Alliance of the Far Eastside | Indianapolis, IN

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“A spring festival celebrating every shade of excellence, for those who flaunt their melanin with no apology.” – Dominic Dorsey (founder)
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Community Alliance of the Far Eastside, 8902 E 38th St, Indianapolis, IN 46226, United States

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