Black Eclipse

HOC’s 20th anniversary Black Party: an elevated day party that turns into night. Art, fashion, music. All-Black everything. In 2006, it started in a living room: a house party where everyone wore black. Then came The Blackprint at the NC Museum of Life and Science. Then Distinguished, a black tie gala at the JB Duke Hotel. Now, for year twenty, Heart of the City is blacking out the sun. Black Eclipse XX: The Art of Black is an elevated day party that turns into night. Doors open at golden hour, and as the sun sets, we go into totality: a celebration of art, fashion, music, and 20 years of the Black Party. What to expect • A golden-hour start that builds to the “total eclipse” moment at sunset • DJs spinning hip-hop and R&B from 2006 to now • Hors d’oeuvres and sweet boards • A 20-year tribute featuring photos from Black Parties past • Photo moments and best-dressed recognition • VIP sections with custom menu pre-order Dress code: All Black. Fashion-forward and elevated. Come dressed for the occasion. Giving back: part of this year’s celebration supports The Real HBCU College Tour.