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WELCOME TO CBUS SOUL®

 

Soul is inspiration, feeling, energy and animation. Soul is a flame that lives in us all. CBUS Soul® is a platform that amplifies the rich, historic, innovative and forward-moving Black culture that helps to fuel the vibrancy of Columbus.

Explore custom itineraries, food, music, people and events right here. Our future is animated with opportunity, and we welcome all to celebrate and explore the amazing experiences our Black community has to offer residents and visitors. Shine on!
 


CBUS SOUL® FEST 2025

 

Celebrate Columbus’ vibrant Black culture during CBUS Soul® Fest, presented by Columbus Recreation and Parks. Featuring live music, great food and lots of soul, this free event promises an unforgettable experience for all!

Band playing on stage during CBUS Soul Fest

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Friday, Aug. 15 & Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025
4-10 p.m.


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Bicentennial Park
233 S Civic Center Dr., Columbus, OH 43215


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Admission is
FREE!


 

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PARKING

 


 

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Grab some merch, including new Homage x CBUS SOUL® options, and show your support for CBUS Soul®! Available at our Arena District and Easton Visitor Centers. For a limited time only, use code "Soul25" to receive 25% off exclusive CBUS Soul® merch.

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Black sweatshirt with white CBUS Soul® logo

 

Black t-shirt with red, orange and yellow CBUS Soul® logo over heart area

 

CBUS Soul Hat

 

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MORE CBUS SOUL® EVENTS

 

Celebrate Columbus’ vibrant Black culture during CBUS Soul® Fest, presented by Columbus Recreation and Parks. Featuring live music, great food and lots of soul, this free event promises an unforgettable experience for all!
 

NANBPWC Business Council Forum & Luncheon

Renaissance Columbus Westerville-Polaris Hotel

NANBPWC Business Pitch Competition (Adults)

Renaissance Columbus Westerville-Polaris Hotel

NANBPWC Youth Leadership Challenge & Hackathon

Renaissance Columbus Westerville-Polaris Hotel

Salve! Season 3 Presents Talib Kweli

Land-Grant Brewing Company

NANBPWC Business Pitch Competition (Ages 12-24)

Renaissance Columbus Westerville-Polaris Hotel

Tribute Tuesdays

Bicentennial Park/Downtown

Demola

Lincoln Theatre

Festival Latino

Genoa Park

 

CBUS SOUL® VIDEOS


Scroll through to meet some of the creatives shaping the arts and culture scene in Columbus.

 

CBUS SOUL® STORIES


These are the stories behind the people, places and experiences that embody CBUS Soul. Let their stories be the start of yours.