Event Directory

Join us in celebrating five impactful years of community, culture, and legacy at the 5th Annual “RPOP” Russell Homecoming Block Party, a signature event of the Our Home: Russell Homecoming Weekend.

📅 Date: Saturday, September 20, 2025
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 Location: In Russell, Louisville, KY — Specific location to be announced

This event is more than a block party—it’s a vibrant celebration of the Russell neighborhood featuring local vendors, food, music, entertainment, and community pride. We are excited to welcome businesses, food vendors, service providers, and nonprofit organizations to be part of this dynamic experience.

🔶 Vendor & Organization Applications Now Open
In partnership with MELANnaire Marketplace, vendor applications are now being accepted. Spaces are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis, so early registration is strongly encouraged.

Vendor Categories & Fees:
🏢 Community Resource / Nonprofit Organization: $25
🛍️ Product or Service Vendor: $50
🍽️ Food Vendor: $75

[CLICK HERE – APPLY NOW]

We are back with a networking experience you didn’t know you needed! 🎉

On September 22nd, MELANnaire Magic Hour an upscale networking experience curated for Black professionals, entrepreneurs, and creatives who are ready to connect with purpose.

Join MELANnaire Marketplace at Dasha Barbours for an evening filled with intentional conversations, authentic connections, and collaborative energy rooted in culture, legacy, and vision. This is more than a networking event. It is a space where power meets purpose.

Whether you are launching something new, growing your brand, or aligning with other visionaries in the city, Magic Hour is designed for you.

✨ Come vibe. Come build. Come be seen.

REGISTER NOW!!

Bring a biz bestie (or two) and let’s pack the room with power. 🚀