Please join CYBP for an exhilarating and reflective Hike, Sunday April 21st through the trails of Ault Park. This Hike will be led by Toure, a Founding Member of the Urban Hikers. The organization was created to empower the community and introduce the power of walking. Their mission "revolves around promoting physical vitality, deepening cultural appreciation, and facilitating social connections through meticulously planned walking events across the Queen City." With this collaboration we hope to encourage a healthy and mindful lifestyle.

DATE: Sunday, April 21st LOCATION: Ault Park Pavilion 5090 Observatory Circle TIME: 1:00PM Meetup

**Please note this is a hike through dirt and paved trails. Please come prepared with the proper dress attire - Closed toed shoes, Thick soled sneakers, boots or hiking boots/shoes, water, jacket, hat, sunscreen, bug spray.

Duration: 1-2 miles 45mins-1.5hrs.

Green Mile 10

Get ready to paint the town GREEN on Saturday, March 16th! The highly anticipated Green Mile Bar Crawl is back for Year 10 as the ultimate spring kick-off for Cincinnati's Young Black Professionals! 

The Green Mile is more than just a bar crawl, it is a cultural experience that lets YBP's unleash their inner blackness, meet new friends, and party like there is no tomorrow. So grab your Green Tea shots and let the good times roll! 

Meet us on the scheduled route:

12 pm- 2 pm Revel Wine Bar

2:15 pm- 3:15 pm Cobblestone

3:30 pm- 4:30 pm Queen City Exchange

4:45 pm- 5:45 pm Rusconi Pizza Bar

6 pm- Until LoVe on Fourth

**drink specials at all locations, please drink responsibly**

MLK DAY March Meet-Up

We will be participating in the 49th Annual MLK Day Commemorative March on Monday, January 15, 2023. Our group will be meeting up at Taste of Belgium at 9:30 am near the Freedom Center. We will walk over to the Freedom Center at 10:15 am where programming will begin at 10:30 am. The march concludes at Washington Park with remarks and a music performance. A warming center and complimentary hot chocolate will be available as well as a complimentary Rosa Parks Bus will provide rides for those unable to march. Programming will continue inside Music Hall where guests will celebrate the day with an address from community leaders on this year's theme: Love, Power, Justice. Be sure to follow us @cincyybp throughout the day!

CYBP is hosting our Annual Speed Networking on Wednesday, November 8th, 2023 at Comfort Station Bar and Lounge at 793 E McMillan St. Cincinnati, OH from 6 pm to 8 pm! Come out and meet other young black professionals, enjoy complimentary champagne and update your professional headshot FREE on us from 6pm-7pm!

RSVP HERE!

CYBP will be hosting a rooftop happy hour at The Penthaus OTR on July 19th to bring together Black Professionals who are living, working, and visiting Cincinnati for Black Tech Week. Tickets are $25 but the first hour is on us so be sure to get there early

Power Hour is sponsored by 1800 Tequila, Markell-Bani Winery, and Tito’s Handmade Vodka. 

DJ Wavy Moe will be curating the vibes for the evening.

Get your tickets here

Join us for a day of cabrewing! We will meet at Green Acres on Sunday, July 16th at 11:00 a.m. and be on the water by 11:30 a.m. RSVP is free but the price of admission is $39.95 + tax/person. You will pay this on site at Green Acres. The trip is seven miles long and will take a few hours. We will take our time to float, relax, and enjoy the river. Bring your crew and come kick it with us, and don't forget, BYOB!

Visit the link here for Registration and more info!

THE COOKOUT: A Juneteenth Celebration 

Meet us at Five Points Alley next Saturday, June 18th from 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. to kickoff the summer and Juneteenth festivities. Food, Games, Music & Vibes, you know we got you covered! DJ 5.0 and DJ Stone will be spinning all our favorite songs for the cookout! Bring the family, bring a friend, meet some new folks, and make new connections as we celebrate Black Freedom in America!

Special Thank You to our Presenting Sponsor - Ignite Philanthropy

RSVP HERE

Come join CYBP and The Cincinnati Reds as we head over to the ballpark and take over their 3-2-1 Tuesdays!

On Tuesday, May 23rd come join us as the Reds face their rivals in the St. Louis Cardinals at Great American Ball Park, where you can enjoy $3 beer, $2 hot dogs and $1 ice cream during the game.

We will first meet at the Black-owned Frost Factory (36 West Freedom Way, Cincinnati, OH 45202) at 5pm for a pregame Happy Hour and ticket distribution, before heading over to the ballpark to catch the first pitch at 6:40pm. If you can’t make it to Happy Hour, please e-mail [email protected] to receive your ticket.

Can't wait to see you all there as we root for the Reds to catch this W!

Tickets can be purchased here.

Green Mile is back and we are ready to celebrate in true CYBP fashion. This year marks the 9th St Patrick’s Day bar crawl in OTR, and this year is even bigger and better. Check out the route below and DONT forget to invite a friend or THREE!

Homemakers Bar at 1:00pm

Lost & Found at 2:15

Cinema OTR at 3:15

The Drinkery at 4:30

Copa Lounge at 5:45

If this is your first Green Mile you are in for a good time. Prepare yourself for a marathon and not a sprint, and remember to stay hydrated! Merch is available for a limited time and you do not want to miss out on these exclusive Green Mile 2023 T-Shirts.

This event is highly anticipated each and every year and is FREE 99, just don’t forget to RSVP!

Relax yourself Let your mind be free Come get this skate work with CYBP!

Back again for year two, CYBP is hosting SOUL SKATE. Let your soul glow with a night of roller skating. Soul Skate is exactly what it sounds like...skating from the soul! Whether you're and expert or new to skating, come out for a night of FUN and get into the groove!  RSVP HERE

$10 with RSVP | $12 at the Door

The moment we ALL have been waiting for. Two years in waiting and We. Are. Back. Get your Green Gear ready because we are BLACK OUTSIDE! Saturday, March 19th! Stay hydrated my friends and don’t for get to RSVP.

We had to take a break but, WE ARE BACK! This is year 8 of CYBP taking over OTR for our Annual Green Mile Bar Crawl! Join us on Saturday, March 19th as we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day and visit a few of our favorite OTR bars. Official Route details dropping soon.

Don't for get to grab the official Green Mile Merch! Make sure to RSVP!!!

You don’t want to miss this! Join CYBP and Cincy Shakes for an exclusive viewing and discussion of Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom! Tickets are available now and in limited quantities through eventbrite. If sold out please visit the Shakespeare Company for ticket availability. Click the link for more details on the show and how to purchase tickets

NOTE: At this time, all ticketholders must show proof of full COVID vaccination status or provide a negative COVID test to enter The Otto M. Budig Theater. Masks are required at all times. Masks may be lowered when actively eating and drinking. 

You know what time it is... Holidaze v.2! Come celebrate and give back this holiday season. Don’t forget the Ugly Sweater flair! 

This Holiday Season we have partnered with a few local organizations. Check out the details HERE. See you Wednesday, December 8th! 

#happyhour #holiday #music #charity #donation #giveback #anniversary #uglysweater 

Join the Cincinnati Young Black Professionals as we take a break from the normalcy of #worklife. It’s time to recharge with CYBP!

Participants will select their own beer and take part in pumpkin inspired games and decorating all while supporting a minority owned business in the historic Walnut Hills neighborhood - Esoteric Brewing

Things to Know:

Weather permitting, this is an outside event.

This is a ticketed only event, as space is limited. RSVP today to see ticket details.

As always, for your protection and the protection of others, remember to sanitize and wash your hands. Feel free to wear a mask. Tables will be spaced accordingly..

It’s time to get Black AF! CYBP has been celebrating Juneteenth in many forms. This year doesn’t change a thing, just bigger and better. Take a look at where you can catch us Juneteenth Weekend! Be sure to sign up and RSVP to claim you spot or purchase tickets. 

NOTE: 

Wednesday, June 16th at noon, is the last possible chance to purchase tickets to the tasting experience at Findlay Market (no tickets available on site). 

Friday, June 18th catch us in the Paint Zone at Paloozanoire’s Block Party for a Black Paint Experience (while supplies last). 

Saturday, June 19th we will be at Findlay Market. Be sure to RSVP for your first drink on us! 

Put us on your calendar, because you don’t want to miss out!

It’s time to get out of the house for a pre-summer kick it! CYBP Presents: Movie Night in the Alley. Meet us at 5 Points Alley in Walnut Hills, courtesy of our friends at Cincy Nice, for a night of laughter watching... *drum roll please* VIEWERS CHOICE! That’s right, you get the chance to select our featured film for the evening. Select from the following:   - Sorry To Bother You - Mo Money - House Party - Boomerang Click HERE to vote. Bring your snacks, beverages, chair or blanket. Fresh popped popcorn will be available for purchase. Also, CYBP has teamed up with Fireside Pizza. Each purchase will receive a 10% discount from 5-9PM. In the event of rain, a new location will be announced.  See you there! Other Local Eateries: - Green Man Twist (Ice Cream) - Gomez Salsa - Just Q’n

- The Cincinnati Young Black Professionals

RSVP