Black Eclipse at Aria Durham – Durham, NC

In 2006, it started in a living room: a house party where everyone wore black.

Then came The Blackprint at the NC Museum of Life and Science. Then Distinguished, a black tie gala at the JB Duke Hotel.

Now, for year twenty, Heart of the City is blacking out the sun.

Black Eclipse XX: The Art of Black is an elevated day party that turns into night. Doors open at golden hour, and as the sun sets, we go into totality: a celebration of art, fashion, music, and 20 years of the Black Party.

What to expect

• A golden-hour start that builds to the “total eclipse” moment at sunset
• DJs spinning hip-hop and R&B from 2006 to now
• Hors d’oeuvres and sweet boards
• A 20-year tribute featuring photos from Black Parties past
• Photo moments and best-dressed recognition
• VIP sections with custom menu pre-order

Dress code: All Black. Fashion-forward and elevated. Come dressed for the occasion.

Giving back: part of this year’s celebration supports The Real HBCU College Tour.