SF’s Free “Black History Month” Celebration at Thrive City (2026)

Join us in Thrive City for our annual Black History Month Celebration on Sunday, February 1st! Enjoy an afternoon full of vibrant live entertainment, featuring Queen Iminah featuring AAFE Queens Rising and live performances from The Prospect Band and Veotis Latchinson! Don’t miss out on our arts & craft station, culinary delights from Jamerikan Jerk, and more!

The Prospect Band

Prospect is the next generation of musicians from Oakland School for the Arts, blending Hip Hop, jazz fusion, soul, and R&B into a sound that’s both timeless and boldly new. The band features a powerhouse lineup of young musicians, including Grammy winners Tommy Shepherd (vocals/sax/EWI), Kali de Jesus (vocals/sax), Dame Taylor (drums), and Kingston Melancon (violin/bass). With roots in Oakland’s vibrant cultural scene, Prospect has brought their performances to stages across the Bay Area, including the Malcolm X Jazz Festival, La Peña Cultural Center, Laurel Street Fair, Oaktoberfest, Local Progress National Convening, Hiero Day, and HIIIwav Fest. Their music honors the legacy of Black music while pushing the

boundaries of contemporary sound. Prospect isn’t just a school band; they’re a movement of young artists using music to move culture.

Veotis Latchinson

Veotis Latchison is an songwriter, producer, and vocalist from Oakland, California. His artistic expression is deeply influenced by a mix of hip hop, R&B, soul, and jazz, drawing inspiration from artists like James Brown, D’Angelo, Donny Hathaway, Big Yuki, and Robert Glasper.

Parking is now available seven days a week at the Chase Center Garage (CCG) located at 99 Warriors Way. Visit our parking page for more details.

Space is limited to first-come, first-served.

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.