"The Talk Tuesday panel at art space Ruth's Table features burlesque performer Cinnamon Maxxine, activists Chaney Turner and Alex U Inn, DJ and mentor Black and psychologist and motivational speaker Dr. Elita Laya. "We went to stand on the foundation of our history to really understand why we are in the position that we're in now and come towards solutions together," says Rayner."
"Prominent Bay Area performers featured throughout the week include drag artists Nicki Jizz, Mojo Carter and Militia Scunt; DJs Fibonacci and Newonce; and dancer Sir Joq. As the SF Black Pride organizers discuss the multifarious programming they have in store, they emphasize their gratitude to the community for supporting the event: SF Black Pride doesn't have corporate sponsors, and has been made possible through hundreds of small donations from those who see the need for inclusive spaces."
San Francisco Black Pride runs Aug. 25-31, 2025 at multiple venues around the city. Programming includes Talk Tuesday at Ruth's Table and an all-day event at the San Francisco LGBT Center with an art show, vendors, live performances, a rooftop dance party with Her DJ Club, and after-parties at Mother and El Rio. Featured participants include Cinnamon Maxxine; Chaney Turner; Alex U Inn; DJ and mentor Black; Dr. Elita Laya; drag artists Nicki Jizz, Mojo Carter and Militia Scunt; DJs Fibonacci and Newonce; and dancer Sir Joq. Organizers balance celebration with acknowledgement of gentrification, displacement, and AIDS epidemic grief, and rely on hundreds of small donations without corporate sponsors.
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