GRINDfest
2026
The Greatest Festival on Earth!
Rebuilding is Everybody's Business
A powerful one-day celebration of Black entrepreneurship, culture, music, and community. Join founders, creatives, families, and leaders for a full day of connection, culture, and celebration.
- Date
- Saturday, June 13, 2026
- Time
- 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Location
- Pack Square Park, Downtown Asheville, North Carolina
The Movement Is Building.
Live momentum from the GRINDfest community.
Need Help? Talk to Harmony.
Harmony is the GRINDfest voice assistant. She can help answer common questions about free tickets, parking, volunteering, vendors, sponsors, accessibility, weather updates, festival information, and how to get involved.
Harmony is available to help with common GRINDfest questions. If she does not know the answer, she will direct you to the GRINDfest team through the official website or social media.
If the voice assistant does not load or microphone access is unavailable, guests can still call Harmony at +1 828-604-8691 or use the links on this page.
- Event basics
- Free admission
- Parking and arrival
- Weather policy
- Security and safety
- VIP and accessibility
- Vendor information
- Festival highlights
- Churches and community organizations
- Partner events and activations
- Sponsors and community partners
- Merchandise
- FAQs
- Escalation to the GRINDfest team when needed
Harmony should not be used for emergencies, legal complaints, disputes, sponsorship negotiations, confidential matters, or media controversies. If Harmony does not know the answer, she will direct you to the GRINDfest team through the official website or social media.
Four ways to feel the GRINDfest.
The GRINDfest Business Summit
Conversations, panels, and workshops with founders and leaders shaping the next economy.
The Black Business Market
A curated marketplace of Black-owned businesses, makers, and creatives.
The GRINDfest Pitch Competition
Founders pitch live for capital, visibility, and community backing.
Live Music & Culture
All-day performances, DJs, and cultural moments on the main stage.
View the Official Schedule
See what's happening throughout GRINDfest 2026 and plan your visit before you arrive.
Watch the Official GRINDfest 2026 Video
Get a preview of the energy, culture, entrepreneurship, music, and community coming together at GRINDfest 2026.
GRINDfest Impact Through the Years
A look at the growth, momentum, and community impact of GRINDfest from 2021 through 2025.
Thank You to Our Sponsors and Community Partners
GRINDfest is made possible through the support of sponsors, community partners, and organizations committed to rebuilding, entrepreneurship, culture, and community.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common GRINDfest questions. Need help with something else? Talk to Harmony or reach out to the team.