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Black History Month 2025 Official Opening Ceremony

Monday, Feb. 3, 2025
1:00pm to 3:30pm

Citadel Theatre
Free
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Feb.
3

Join us as we kick off Black History Month 2025 at the Citadel Theatre, by honouring the past while looking to the future.

Celebrate the richness of Black history, culture, and excellence with an afternoon of:

  • Local Music Performances
  • Delicious Cuisine
  • Inspiring Guest Speakers

This event marks the official launch of Black History Month 2025 in Edmonton and promises to be an uplifting and memorable experience.

Admission is Free!

Come together with community members to honour the past, embrace the present, and inspire the future.

We can’t wait to see you there!


Citadel Theatre

9828 101A Avenue NW
Edmonton, AB, T5J 3C6

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