McCormick Place will host thousands of women this weekend for The Black Women’s Expo (TBWE), presented by State Farm. It is the number one national destination event for African American women in the Midwest. It is a comprehensive event, which offers something for women of all ages. TBWE begins this Friday, April 5 at McCormick Place; and convenes through Sunday, April 7. Here is your guide to navigating the Expo and taking advantage of everything it has to offer.
Black Woman’s Expo
McCormick Place Chicago
North Building, Hall C1
2301 S. Lake Shore Drive
Friday, April 6 and Saturday, April 6 - 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Sunday, April 7 - 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Entertainment -- Live in Concert
Tamela Mann: Friday, April 5, 7p.m.
Faith Evans: Saturday, April 6, 6:30 P.m.
Keynote Speakers
Keith Sweat: A Very Special Couples Conversation and Book Signing
Friday, April 5 - 5 p.m.
Susan Taylor: Opening Plenary Session
Saturday, April 6, 11a.m. - noon
A Conversation with Sherri Shepherd, Co-host, The View, Creator LUXHAIR Wig Line
Tina Lifford, Actress, The Little Book of Big Lies
Saturday, April 6
Dr. Ian Smith: The Shred Challenge
Saturday, April 6, 4p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Kim Coles: The Gift Initiative
Sunday, April 7, 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
A Conversation with Dick Gregory
Sunday, April 7, 2 p.m.
Pavilions
Health & Wellness
Literary Café
Diversity & Inclusion
Relax & Renew Spa Pavilion
Special Events
Jeopardy! Champion Search, Saturday, April 6
Town Hall Meeting
Violence in Chicago, The Diagnosis and Prognosis
In addition to the entertainment, speakers and pavilions, there are more than 500 small business and corporations to explore; and over 30 seminars. For more detailed information visit the Black Women's Expo website.
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