Legacy Awards Weekend: Honoring Legacy. Elevating Culture. Fueling the Future.
Legacy Awards Weekend is more than a celebration. It is a movement that honors the builders of today, ignites the changemakers of tomorrow, and proudly centers Black excellence in business, culture, and community. Every year, we bring together innovators, entrepreneurs, and leaders whose work reshapes what is possible.

Why Attend LEGACY Awards Weekend?
Engage with influential leaders, celebrate achievements, and contribute to lasting community growth.

The LEGACY Talks Mixer
March 13th

LEGACY Awards Gala
March 14th

Honoree Recognition

Black Restaurant and Spirit Showcase

LEGACY Sunday Takeover Brunch
March 15th
Young Entrepreneur Contest
The future belongs to bold thinkers. Our Young Entrepreneur Pitch invests in the next generation of founders, providing visibility, resources, and the opportunity to compete for $25,000 in cash and business-service prizes. Finalists are coached by top business professionals, with the top three advancing to pitch live on the Legacy Awards stage in front of investors, partners, and hundreds of attendees.
Applications are open.... Apply Now!



Purchase your tickets for the Legacy Awards Weekend

LEGACY Awards Weekend VIP (Early Bird)
- VIP access to Legacy Weekend
- Early access to 2nd-level VIP area
- Seating at open table (non-assigned)
LEGACY Gala VIP (Early Bird)
- VIP access to Gala
- Early access to VIP lounge and VIP bar
- Seating at open table (non-assigned) and gift bag

Table Sponsorship
- 10 VIP tickets to the Legacy Awards Gala
- Sponsored table seating with company name and logo
- Full page ad in the 2026 Book of Business
- Bonus: logo inclusion in Gala screen sponsor video


Sponsorship Opportunities
Partner with the 2026 Legacy Awards Weekend and position your brand at the center of a celebration of Black excellence and entrepreneurship. Sponsorship offers a unique opportunity to connect with high-impact entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and an engaged audience that values innovation, culture, and community. By supporting Legacy, your brand contributes to programs and experiences that empower entrepreneurs, amplify diverse voices, and leave a lasting impact. Explore our sponsorship packages and become part of a movement that celebrates achievement, drives impact, and shapes the future of Black businesses.
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ALL ADS ARE DUE BY FEB 20th


2025 Book of Business
Feature your brand in the 2026 WDB Marketing Book of Business and tap into the heartbeat of our network. It’s an easy way to get noticed, with more than 1,000 printed copies going directly into the hands of Legacy Weekend participants, including our LEGACY Business Mixer attendees and Awards Gala guests.

Your digital ad doesn’t sit on a shelf either. It travels through our newsletters, partner email blasts, and social channels, reaching over 10,000 potential new clients who are already tuned








































































