Black Panther Strong Presents BraidingFest: She Braids Experience

Claim Your Crown! Celebrate braid artistry, business and community with a Braidathon, creative showcase, panel conversations and honors. PARTICIPATING BRAIDERS — COMPLIMENTARY ADMISSION Want to braid live at the Braidathon or present your creativity in the showcase? Visit https://braidingfest.com/apps/braidingfest/get-involved and select “Braidathon Braid Artist” or “Braid or Barber Showcase” to submit your participation details. For approval and complimentary admission, email [email protected] with the subject “Braider Participation Request.” Include your name, business name, phone number, Instagram or portfolio link, and preferred participation role. Our team will review your request and send confirmation and instructions for claiming your free admission. Creating a website profile or submitting a form does not by itself confirm event participation. November 22, 2026: Braidathon: 9 AM–2 PM She Braids Experience: 2–8 PM Epic Events Center, Rancho Cucamonga Complimentary admission is for confirmed participating braiders only. Guests need separate tickets. Applicable showcase entry fees remain separate. Questions? Call 909-252-2359. CREATIVE SHOWCASES & BARBER BATTLE Crown of Glory — Braided Hair Showcase Experience braids transformed into art through our Flower Design Challenge, featuring imaginative designs and standout creativity. Barber Battle — Claim Your Crown Watch barbers demonstrate their skills in Fastest Fade and Freestyle Design competitions. Both are part of the She Braids Experience, November 22, 2–8 PM. Individual competition times will be announced. Want to compete? Visit BraidingFest.com or email [email protected] for registration details. Competitor registration and applicable entry fees are separate from spectator admission. BRAIDATHON — OPEN TO THE PUBLIC November 22, 2026 • 9 AM–2 PM Start your BraidingFest day with braiding and barber services from participating professionals at Epic Events Center in Rancho Cucamonga. Proposed services include simple cornrows, kids’ natural-hair braids, feed-in braids, braided updos, braid touch-ups and barber haircuts. Services, prices and appointment times vary by stylist. Appointments are opening soon. HOW TO BOOK Send your preferred service, a reference photo and preferred appointment time to [email protected] or call 909-252-2359. Our team will confirm your service, full price, stylist, appointment time and preparation requirements before you pay. A $20 deposit is credited toward your confirmed service. The remaining balance is paid separately to your stylist. Hair services are not included in event admission, and the appointment deposit does not include admission to the afternoon She Braids Experience. BRAIDERS WANTING TO PARTICIPATE Visit BraidingFest.com to submit your participation details, then email [email protected] for confirmation. Approved participating braiders receive complimentary admission. THE SHE BRAIDS EXPERIENCE — COME FOR THE CULTURE, LEAVE CONNECTED 👑 November 22, 2026 • 2–8 PM Epic Events Center • Rancho Cucamonga Enjoy an afternoon of beauty, creativity, entertainment and community, presented by Black Panther Strong. Explore the beauty marketplace, meet vendors and discover brand partnership opportunities. Connect with fellow entrepreneurs, introduce your business and learn about opportunities to advertise your brand. Experience creative hair showcases, the Barber Battle, live entertainment, the Get It Get It Game Show and live product activations. Explore the latest hair and beauty trends, with opportunities to sample products while supplies last. Hear industry insights from professional and celebrity braiders, celebrate our honorees and support Black-owned businesses and manufacturers. Enjoy food, drinks and networking in a Black-owned venue with a luxury setting, stage lighting, sound and an atmosphere made for celebration. GENERAL ADMISSION — $35 Includes access to the afternoon program, showcases, entertainment, marketplace and networking. VIP EXPERIENCE — $65 Includes General Admission benefits, plus reserved seating in the designated VIP section and priority check-in. COME EARLY FOR THE BRAIDATHON — 9 AM–2 PM Book a hair service with a participating top stylist before the afternoon festivities. Appointments, styling charges and deposits are separate. Food, drinks, vendor purchases and competition entry fees are sold separately. Samples and professional-braider tote bags are available while supplies last. Bring your friends, your business cards and your crown! BraidingFest.com • @braidsfest Questions: [email protected] • 909-252-2359