MLK Day of Service
Each year, BMB organizes a community service initiative in honor of MLK Day, known as our "Day On, Not a Day Off" MLK Project. This annual event brings the community together to serve, reflect, and honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy through meaningful action.
BLACK BUSINESS EXPO
The Black Business Expo is a showcase held in February during Black History Month that highlights Black entrepreneurs and business owners. This event brings together a mix of vendors, community leaders, and local residents to celebrate Black economic empowerment and cultural pride.
Attendees can explore a diverse marketplace featuring products and services from Black-owned businesses, including fashion, beauty, food, art, health, tech, and more. In the future, the expo will also offer workshops, panel discussions, and networking sessions focused on entrepreneurship, business development, and generational wealth-building.
With live entertainment, youth entrepreneurs, and special guest speakers, the Black Business Expo is a celebration of the power of connection and community.
Melanin & Mimosa
Melanin & Mimosa is an annual Women’s Empowerment Experience held each March in celebration of Women’s History Month. The event brings together over 100 women for an inspiring day featuring dynamic guest speakers, an interactive fashion show, and a delicious brunch.
A highlight of the event is the Melanin & Mimosa Amazing Woman award (M.A.M.A.W. Award ) presentation, where local women, nominated by their family and friends, are honored for their excellence in the community.
Kwanzaa Karamu
Kwanzaa Karamu is a festive and meaningful celebration held to honor African heritage, unity, and culture. The word karamu means “feast” in Swahili, and this special event brings families and communities together for an evening of food, music, storytelling, dance, and reflection.
At the heart of the Karamu is the meal, often featuring traditional African, Caribbean, and soul food dishes. Everyone contributes to the meal by bringing a side dish to add to the feast. The evening also includes rituals such a pouring libations, storytelling and discussing the Seven Principles of Kwanzaa (Nguzo Saba), with an emphasis on creativity, collective responsibility, and cultural pride. It's a joyful and empowering experience that strengthens connections across generations while celebrating Black identity and legacy.
JUNETEENTH @ the Beach
Juneteenth, celebrated on June 19, marks the day in 1865 when enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas were finally informed of their freedom. This was more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed.
Black Myrtle Beach recognizes Juneteenth each year with a Freedom Celebration at the beach. It’s a relaxed, family-friendly gathering where everyone brings their own essentials and comes together to enjoy music, games, swimming, dancing, conversation, and plenty of sunshine. Guests come and go as they please, creating a joyful and flexible atmosphere that honors the spirit of freedom and community.
