NAACP Las Vegas Branch

Black History Season 2026

A citywide season of events, programs, and storytelling honoring Black history, culture, and community—hosted by the NAACP Las Vegas Branch and our partners.

Three generations. One purpose. This season centers culture, education, civic engagement, and community action across Southern Nevada.
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About the Season

Black History Season 2026 is the NAACP Las Vegas Branch’s coordinated, citywide approach to honoring Black history—not as a single moment, but as a living continuum of culture, struggle, leadership, and community power.

The season intentionally blends education, civic engagement, storytelling, service, and cultural expression, connecting historical context to present-day realities.

Faith institutions, nonprofits, educators, artists, youth leaders, and local businesses are invited to contribute programming aligned with shared values of equity, justice, and collective progress.

Our approach is intentional: we center community voices, honor elders and legacy-builders, elevate youth leadership, and create participation opportunities that are accessible and action-oriented.

Ways to Participate

Black History Season 2026 is built with and for the community. Whether you want to attend events, volunteer, share a story, or partner with us—there are multiple ways to take part.

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Attend Events

Join programs, conversations, and celebrations happening across the city throughout the season.

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Share Your Story

Contribute a reflection or nominate a community legacy-builder through Passing the Torch.

Go to Passing the Torch
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Volunteer

Support event operations, outreach, and community engagement efforts throughout the season.

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Submit an Event

Hosting a Black History–related program? Submit your event for NAACP support and promotion.

Submit an Event
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Sponsor or Partner

Organizations and businesses can partner with us to support Black History Season programming and impact.

Sponsor / Partner
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Become a Member

Join the NAACP and support ongoing civil rights advocacy, education, and community work year-round.

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Season Calendar

Black History Season runs December 26 through March 31. This calendar is maintained directly on this page and will expand as events are confirmed.

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December 2025

Dec 26 – Dec 31

  • Fri, Dec 26 – Thu, Jan 1
    Cultural Holiday
    Kwanzaa (Nguzo Saba)

    A week-long celebration of African heritage, unity, culture, and community (Dec 26–Jan 1).

  • Wed, Dec 31
    Tradition
    Watch Night / Freedom’s Eve

    A historic African American tradition of reflection and prayer on New Year’s Eve connected to emancipation and freedom.

January 2026

Jan 1 – Jan 31

  • Thu, Jan 15
    King Week
    The Ultimate Measure of a Man

    King Week Las Vegas 2026 kickoff event. Details and venue: TBD.

  • Fri, Jan 16
    King Week
    Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Youth Tech Summit

    Location: Las Vegas City Hall.

  • Sat, Jan 17 (Morning)
    King Week
    MLK Scholarship Summit

    Scholarship and education programming. Details and venue: TBD.

  • Sat, Jan 17
    King Week
    44th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship Banquet

    Annual scholarship banquet. Details and venue: TBD.

  • Sun, Jan 18
    King Week
    The Interfaith Service

    Community interfaith service honoring Dr. King’s legacy. Details: TBD.

  • Mon, Jan 19
    Parade
    44th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parade

    Location: Downtown Las Vegas.

  • Sat, Jan 24
    Livestream
    Black History Season Livestream #1 (Dr. Al Gourrier)

    Weekly Saturday livestream series begins (6 weeks). Time/Link: TBD.

  • Sat, Jan 31
    Livestream
    Black History Season Livestream #2 (Dr. Al Gourrier)

    Weekly Saturday livestream series. Time/Link: TBD.

February 2026

Feb 1 – Feb 28

  • Sun, Feb 1 – Sat, Feb 28
    National Observance
    Black History Month (U.S.)

    National month of recognition, education, and celebration of Black history and achievement.

  • Sun, Feb 1
    Observance
    National Freedom Day

    An observance honoring the movement toward abolition and freedom in the United States.

  • Sat, Feb 7
    Livestream
    Black History Season Livestream #3 (Dr. Al Gourrier)

    Weekly Saturday livestream series. Time/Link: TBD.

  • Sat, Feb 14
    Livestream
    Black History Season Livestream #4 (Dr. Al Gourrier)

    Weekly Saturday livestream series. Time/Link: TBD.

  • Sat, Feb 21
    Livestream
    Black History Season Livestream #5 (Dr. Al Gourrier)

    Weekly Saturday livestream series. Time/Link: TBD.

  • Sat, Feb 28
    Livestream
    Black History Season Livestream #6 (Dr. Al Gourrier)

    Final week of the 6-week Saturday livestream series. Time/Link: TBD.

  • Sun, Feb 15
    Cultural
    National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day

    A day focused on awareness, testing, treatment, and community health outcomes.

March 2026

Mar 1 – Mar 31

  • Tue, Mar 10
    Observance
    Harriet Tubman Day

    A day recognizing Harriet Tubman’s life and legacy (commonly observed on March 10).

  • Tue, Mar 31
    Season End
    Black History Season Closes

    Final day of the season window. Capture outcomes, publish highlights, and transition to next campaigns.

Passing the Torch

Share Your Story or Nominate a Torchbearer

Passing the Torch is our intergenerational storytelling initiative—honoring elders, uplifting freedom fighters, and empowering youth by preserving our stories in our own voices.

Use the form to share a reflection, submit a story, or nominate someone whose leadership deserves to be recognized. If you prefer to speak instead of write, you can request an oral history interview.

  • Who lit the fire for you?
  • What must never be forgotten?
  • What are you passing forward?
Tip: If you are nominating a torchbearer, include one specific story or example of impact. If you are sharing your story, focus on one moment or lesson that shaped you.

Sponsor or Partner With Us

Black History Season 2026 is made possible through partnerships with community organizations, local businesses, faith institutions, and sponsors committed to equity, education, and cultural preservation.

  • Support community-centered programming and education
  • Increase visibility across NAACP platforms and events
  • Align your organization with trusted community leadership
  • Host or co-host an official Black History Season event

The Season Is Ours to Build—Together

Join us for Black History Season 2026 through events, service, storytelling, and action. This is living history—rooted in legacy and carried forward by the community.

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