Join us on Saturday, October 12, 2025 for the first-ever E4 Youth Homecoming Block Party, in partnership with the African American Cultural Heritage District (AACHD).
This pay what you can community celebration is all about honoring East Austin’s rich cultural heritage while showcasing the creativity and talent that make our neighborhood shine. Expect good vibes, local flavor, and plenty of opportunities to connect with friends, family, and neighbors.
What to Expect:
WOW Heritage Center Preview – Get an exclusive sneak peek at E4 Youth’s new creative hub! Explore interactive exhibits and join in a fun historical artifact scavenger hunt.
Bus Tours – Take a guided ride through history and heritage in the heart of East Austin.
Live Music & Dance – Feel the rhythm with performances from local artists and join in lively dancing circles that celebrate East Austin’s creative spirit.
Community Vendors – Discover local businesses, resources for Austinites, and creative arts pop-ups.
Local Art for Sale – Support Austin’s incredible artists.
Delicious Food + Drinks –Come hungry, leave happy. We will have local vendors selling their food.
💡 About the Hosts:
E4 Youth uses the power of storytelling to unlock equity and opportunity across generations. We create spaces where communities and emerging creatives can explore identity, build digital literacy, and transform their stories into powerful tools for advocacy, connection, and change.
African American Cultural Heritage District (AACHD) is a coalition of Black Austin legacy residents, organizations, community leaders, displaced families, youth, cultural workers, and other institutional partners aimed at building a thriving Black cultural arts district in Austin that supports housing, business development, culture and history, and infrastructure needs for African-American residents .
It’s more than just a party, it’s a movement to honor our past, uplift our present, and inspire our future.