Black Family Day

Join us to support the Black Family Day Fund

Black Family Day is a vibrant celebration of joy, resilience, and community. Held each spring on the UC Davis Quad, this cherished tradition began in 1970 as a simple barbecue organized by the Black Student Union. Over the years, it has evolved into a monumental event that highlight Black empowerment strengthens the bonds of family, friends and individuals reflecting the resilience, diversity, and openness of Black culture.

Through its rich programming—including lectures, speakers, entertainers, cultural performances, and local vendors—Black Family Day celebrates the achievements of the Black community while fostering education about contemporary issues. It is more than an event; it is a beacon of unity for Northern California’s diaspora communities, creating a space for connection, celebration, and growth.

We are raising funds to ensure the continued success and expansion of Black Family Day.

Contributions will help us:

• Invite renowned entertainers, scholars, and speakers to educate and inspire.
• Provide an engaging experience for attendees of all ages with interactive activities.
• Support local Black-owned businesses by creating a platform for their products and services.
• Strengthen outreach efforts to expand the event’s reach across communities and campuses.

Your support matters because Black Family Day represents more than a single day—it’s a tradition that uplifts Black excellence, fosters community connection, and inspires future generations. By contributing, you’re helping to keep this vital celebration thriving for years to come.

Let’s celebrate and empower together!

Video description: The video opens with images from Black Family Day accompanied by a singer performing the Black National Anthem, “Lift Every Voice and Sing.” The singer’s voice continues over images of the event, including an outdoor stage, performers, attendees, vendors and community members gathered on a large grassy field surrounded by trees.

The video transitions to attendees speaking to the camera and enjoying the event. Groups of students and community members dance together in front of the stage as the crowd celebrates. A DJ performs behind a laptop onstage, followed by additional footage of attendees smiling, dancing, taking photos and connecting with one another.

The video also highlights community members visiting vendor booths and interacting with local organizations and businesses. Gary May, Chancellor of UC Davis, speaks on the event highlighting who is there, what is happening and encouraging people to join. Makhi Jones, Cross Cultural Center staff member, speaks directly to the camera while attendees gather in the background emphasizing safeness of the gathering. The video closes with live performances on the outdoor stage as the celebration continues.

Audio: The video opens with and features a singer performing the Black National Anthem, “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” over footage of Black Family Day. Upbeat music, live performances, voices from attendees and ambient event sounds are heard throughout.