Introducing The First 12 Speakers at The Black Ballad Weekender

The Black Ballad Weekender is going to be the ultimate lifestyle festival for black women this summer. 100 black women will be speaking and sharing their experiences across more than 40 panels, workshops, interviews & keynotes spanning careers, beauty, health, motherhood, Black British literature, pop culture, money and much more.

From New York Times best sellers & award-winning professionals, to our favourite creators & those teaching us how to advocate for ourselves, some of the very best will be at #BBWeekender! We’ll be sharing all of speakers over the next few months as we get closer to the festival. But for now, here are the first 12 speakers you can expect to see on 23rd - 24th August:

👑 Bola Sol
👑 Candice Brathwaite
👑 Charmaine Wilkerson
👑 Clotilde Abe
👑 Coleen Mensa
👑 Dr Dionne Taylor
👑 Ishi Robinson
👑 Lisa Anderson
👑 Nadine White
👑 Shani Akilah
👑 Tinuke Awe
👑 To My Sisters (Courtney Daniella Boateng & Renee Kapuku)

The Members' Experience

The Black Ballad Weekender is open to everyone, but Black Ballad Members are our VIPs. As a member, you will enjoy:

• Discounted Entry: Save up to 40% on your tickets to The Black Ballad Weekender.
• Exclusive Goodies: Receive additional treats in your #BBWeekender goodie bag.
• Priority Booking: Get first dibs on booking sessions.

Tickets On Sale This Saturday

Tickets will be available from Saturday 18 May at 9am! 

This Black Ballad Weekender is the biggest event we’ve ever done, but it is still a Black Ballad event. That means Black Ballad Members are our VIPs and get to save on their tickets.

🎟️ BB Premium Member Weekender Pass - £30
🎟️ BB Standard Member Weekender Pass - £40
🎟️ BB Weekender Pass - £50

Want the Members Experience at #BBWeekender? Find out more about the Black Ballad Membership, which starts from just £4.99 a month!