Empire in Bloom

Empire in Bloom is a royal summer block party curated for lovers of soul, R&B, and good vibes; designed for the grown and sexy.
About this Event

Empire in Bloom

An empire is rising — and you’re invited to witness the awakening.

Empire in Bloom is a royal summer block party curated for lovers of soul, R&B, and good vibes. Designed for the grown and sexy, this celebration blends live performances, great music, delicious food, and specialty local businesses into one unforgettable afternoon

This isn’t just a block party — it’s the beginning of a movement.

Expect:

✨ Live performances from featured artists

🎧 Soulful sounds

🍴 Specialty food vendors

🛍️ Local small-business vendors

🎟️  Multiple raffle drawings

💃🏽 Line dances

👑 A royal atmosphere with vibes, music, and energy

👑 Dress Code: Grown & Sexy Royalty

Celebrate Black excellence in your finest summer-inspired royal attire and come ready to turn heads. Empire in Bloom is your opportunity to show up with confidence, style, and presence. Plus, you'll have the chance to compete in our Best Dressed Contest for royal bragging rights and prizes, and capture the moment at our Royalty VIP Photo Booth with photos fit for a king or queen.

This is Year 1 of The Royal Summer Series.

The empire blooms June 27, 2026.

Agenda

🕑: 12:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Vendor Market

Info: Experience an afternoon filled with smooth melodies, soulful vocals, and good energy as a lineup of talented local artists takes the stage, performing original music inspired by R&B, soul, and melodic rap. Throughout the day, these rising artists will keep the vibes flowing, leading up to an unforgettable headlining performance by Twylee, whose signature sound and captivating stage presence will bring the Empire in Bloom experience to life.

🕑: 12:00 PM - 01:30 PM
Cocktail Hour

Info: Kick off the Empire in Bloom experience with an elevated cocktail hour designed to delight your taste buds and set the tone for an unforgettable afternoon. Mingle, sip, and savor a curated selection of gourmet bites, including crispy Chicken Wing Balls, refreshing Watermelon Gazpacho with Crème Fraîche, indulgent Yum Yum Shrimp Skewers with a Crab Cake Center, and flavorful Ropa Vieja served in both traditional and vegan options. It's the perfect opportunity to relax, connect, and indulge before the music and festivities take center stage.

🕑: 01:30 PM - 04:00 PM
Live Performances

Info: Experience an afternoon filled with smooth melodies, soulful vocals, and feel-good energy as a lineup of talented local artists takes the stage, performing original music inspired by R&B, soul, and melodic rap. Throughout the day, these rising artists will keep the vibes flowing, leading up to an unforgettable headlining performance by Twylee, whose signature sound and captivating stage presence will bring the Empire in Bloom experience to life.