LOCnificent Fest 7.0, the ultimate celebration of locs, natural hair, and Black cultural excellence, returns for its 7th annual edition on Sunday, October 5, 2025, at Atolye Venue & Bar, 236B 6th Street, Brooklyn, NY.
The weekend kicked off with “Setting the Standard,” an exclusive panel and mixer held on Thursday, October 2 at BKLYN Commons, offering attendees a preview of what’s to come.
Founded in 2018 by Lovaeta K. Amoako, LOCnificent Fest has grown from a grassroots gathering into a dynamic cultural event that bridges hair, identity, and innovation. Each year, the festival brings together creatives, stylists, entrepreneurs, and cultural influencers for a vibrant celebration rooted in authenticity and empowerment.
This Year’s Theme is “WE ARE THE BLUEPRINT.” The 2025 theme boldly reaffirms the festival’s mission: to remind the world that Black beauty, innovation, and legacy are not borrowed—they are the origin stories.
The Upcoming Festival Highlights are as follows:
Time: Sunday, October 5; 3:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Location: Atolye Venue & Bar, Brooklyn, NY
Hair Showcase
A live, runway-style Locs & Natural Hair Showcase will feature top stylists, hair professionals, and models celebrating texture, artistry, and individuality.
Live Music & Performances
Enjoy live sets by King Kayak, Jodi Fitz, Davishmar, Jeo, and more, alongside DJs and drummers spinning Afrobeats, Amapiano, Dancehall, Soca, R&B, Hip Hop, and Soul. Featured DJs include DJ Traumatics, DJ Blufiya, Jah Medicine, and Proper Edakit.
Vendor Marketplace
Explore a curated vendor market featuring Black- and POC-owned brands in beauty, haircare, fashion, lifestyle, and art. VIP ticket holders gain access to a private lounge, elevated seating, and deluxe swag bags stocked with products from Pattern Beauty, Rucker Roots, Jamaican Mango & Lime, and more.
Tickets are on sale now at locnificentfest.com and via Eventbrite. Media & influencer passes are available—contact nickie@goodgirlpr.com for inquiries.
LOCnificent Fest is proudly sponsored by Locsanity and Taliah Waajid Brand and has been featured in Hype Hair Magazine for its cultural impact and dedication to celebrating locs and natural hair.
