programs & events

March On! brings history to life through a vibrant lineup of film screenings, panel discussions, and cultural experiences. From powerful pre-festival programs to engaging post-festival conversations, each event is designed to honor the legacy of the civil rights movement and inspire a new generation of changemakers.

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We’re building momentum before the festival even begins—and keeping the energy going long after it ends! Below is a sneak peek at the special events March On! is hosting before and after this year’s Festival.

Looking for the full lineup of powerful programming happening during the Festival? Head to our Festival webpage to explore the dozens of dynamic events that await!

Pre Festival Events

A’Lelia Walker, the Joy Goddess of Harlem

Tuesday, August 12, 2025

Join us for a live conversation celebrating the legacy of A’Lelia Walker, daughter of Madam C.J. Walker and a defining figure of the Harlem Renaissance. This pre-festival webinar features award-winning journalist and author A’Lelia Bundles, whose new biography Joy Goddess brings to life her great-grandmother’s dazzling world of culture, creativity, and community. From legendary parties […]

Bibb Country: Land, Legacy and Lettuce – Webinar with Lonnae O’Neal

Tuesday, September 9, 2025

Join us live on Tuesday, September 9 at 7 PM ET for a moving conversation with award-winning journalist and author Lonnae O’Neal, as she shares the deeply personal and historical journey behind her new memoir Bibb Country: Unearthing My Family Secrets of Land, Legacy, and Lettuce. What began with planting Bibb lettuce seeds in her […]

Post Festival Events

Post-festival programming is coming soon. Join us after the festival for continued conversations and community reflections.

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