THE CULTURE'S CALENDAR
BLACK CULTURAL EVENTS IN LOS ANGELES
2 events curated for the standard.
Los Angeles is home to the American Black Film Festival, a thriving Black creative class, and decades of Black excellence in entertainment and entrepreneurship. The Cookout's LA members move between film screenings, wellness retreats, and the kind of gatherings that happen when the industry meets the culture.
Essence Black Women in Hollywood
March · 1 day
ESSENCE Black Women in Hollywood was founded in 2008 by Essence magazine as an annual luncheon honoring Black women in film, television, and entertainment. Held each year in Los Angeles during awards season, the event recognizes actresses, directors, producers, and executives for their contributions to the industry and cultural impact. Past honorees have included Viola Davis, Lupita Nyong'o, Ava DuVernay, Taraji P. Henson, Issa Rae, Regina King, Angela Bassett, and Zendaya. The luncheon draws studio executives, talent agents, entertainment journalists, and Hollywood power players, making it one of the most influential Black women's gatherings in the entertainment industry.
Pan African Film and Arts Festival
February · 12 days
The Pan African Film and Arts Festival was founded in 1992 by Ayuko Babu, Danny Glover, and Ja'Net DuBois as a celebration of Black film and visual art from across the African diaspora. Held each February in Los Angeles, PAFF has grown into the largest Black film festival in the United States, screening over 150 films from filmmakers in Africa, the Caribbean, Latin America, Europe, Canada, and the United States. The festival also includes an art exhibition featuring works by Black and Brown artists, alongside panel discussions, filmmaker Q&As, and student programming. PAFF holds Academy Award qualifying status in its narrative and documentary short film categories.
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QUESTIONS ABOUT BLACK EVENTS IN THIS CITY
How many Black cultural events are in Los Angeles in 2026?
The Culture's Calendar tracks 2 curated Black cultural events in Los Angeles for 2026, spanning Film Festival.
When do Black events happen in Los Angeles?
Los Angeles events run across March, February. Major months for Black events in Los Angeles include March, February.
Where can I find more Black events in Los Angeles?
The Culture's Calendar by TheCookout maintains an ongoing list of curated Black cultural events across Los Angeles and nine other major cities. Submit additional events through our submission form.