16th Annual Black History Concert

Staff Report From Georgia CEO

Thursday, February 5th, 2026

One song can bring back a thousand memories! The City of Aiken Parks, Recreation & Tourism Department will host the 16th Annual Black History Concert on Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 5:00 pm-9:00 pm at the Lessie B. Price Aiken Senior & Youth Center, located at 841 Edgefield Ave NW, Aiken, SC 29801.

The 16th Annual Black History Concert will feature ATL Dream Vision. The band offers a diverse selection, including big band swing, Billboard Top 40 hits, classic Motown soul, and the dynamic sounds of groups such as Earth, Wind & Fire and Frankie Beverly & Maze. Tickets are

now available for purchase at the Odell Weeks Activities Center, Smith-Hazel Recreation Center, and Lessie B. Price Aiken Senior & Youth Center. Tickets are $29 in advance or $35 at the door. All ages are welcome; adults must accompany children 12 and under. This program has a limited capacity, and we encourage participants to purchase tickets in advance.

The concert will have light refreshments and a door prize raffle! The schedule is as follows:

  • 5:00 – 6:00 pm Refreshments & door prizes

  • 6:00 – 9:00 pm Live music and dancing

  • 7:30 – 8:00 pm Intermission & door prizes

Thank you to our sponsors:

Platinum: Chandler Law Firm, Security Federal Bank, Aiken Discount Tires

Silver: NAACP-Aiken, Highland Finance

If your business or organization is interested in sponsoring this program, please visit

cityofaikensc.gov/sponsorship/.

The City of Aiken Department of Parks, Recreation, and Tourism invites people of all ability levels to enjoy programs, parks, and facilities. Individuals needing special assistance to

participate should notify the PRT Administrative Office 48 hours in advance.

For more information, 803-642-7600, press 3. Stay up to date by following us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter (@aikenparksrec) or by downloading the Aiken Explorer app.