If you weren’t at Martin Luther King Jr. Community Park on Saturday, June 28th, you missed something special. The San Diego Black Arts and Culture District brought the city a full-on music festival that had the feel of a block party, family reunion, and backyard concert all rolled into one, and it was completely free.
From noon to 8 p.m., the air was filled with music, an array of food options, and the kind of joy that comes from people gathering with a purpose. This wasn’t just about entertainment. It was about community, culture, and celebration. And for a summer day in Southeast San Diego, it hit every note.
The artist lineup included Miki Vale, C.C. Carter, Daneen Wilburn, Michael Mayo, Lenny “Fuzzy” Rankins, and Ben Williams…