Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated Will Paint Cincinnati Red and White
The local Greater Cincinnati chapters of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated will host the 48th Midwest Regional Conference on August 16-19, 2018.
This will be the first time Cincinnati has hosted this bi-annual event since 1982. More than 2,200 members of the organization and their families are expected in the Queen City for the conference to celebrate the Sorority’s national mantra, Joy in Our Sisterhood, Power in Our Voice, and Service in Our Heart.
According to the Cincinnati Convention and Visitors Bureau, this Midwest Regional Conference will bring more than $2.5 million to Downtown Cincinnati in four days. Check out the schedule of public events, and be sure to attend the Delta Takeover! Also, cash in on Cincy Savers and Groupon restaurant discounts. Save an extra 20% with promotional code ‘MEGA’ at checkout.
Friday, August 17
Vibe Marketplace
Fountain Square
11 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Free entry
Enjoy food, vendors, and art. DJ Vader Mixx and Ingrid Rachel Project will be providing live music.
Delta Step Show & Lip Sync Battle Royale
Duke Energy Convention Center
Junior Ballroom A-D
9 p.m. – 11 p.m.
$45
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. will host a step show and a lip sync battle. Tickets are available at the Duke Energy Convention Center Conference Registration.
YP Happy Hour
OTR Live
4 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Free
OTR Live invites young professionals to kick off their weekend.
Krimson & Cream Happy Hour
The Chalet Bar
5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Free
The Cincinnati alum chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity offers drink specials for Delta Sigma Theta Sorority ladies.
The Coleman Love Family Reunion
Butcher & Barrel
9 p.m. – 2 a.m.
$10
Party all night long with Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.
Friday Night Live
OTR Live
9 p.m. – 2 a.m.
Free entry
Kick off your weekend with a party, live music, and drinks specials.
Drippin’ in Finesse Rep Your Decade
Hyatt Regency
10 p.m.
Free entry
Deuces Musik and DJ Mitch Gemstone will provide entertainment. Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. paraphernalia encouraged.
Related Article: Check out African American events around the Midwest during the next Delta Regional Event.
Saturday, August 18
Vibe Marketplace
Fountain Square
11 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Free entry
Enjoy food, vendors, and art. DJ Rude, DJ Stank, Shanay Production, Lisa Hightower, THE Oracle, and the Wall Music Band will provide live entertainment.
Delta Social Action Luncheon with Alexis Herman
Duke Energy Convention Center
Exhibit Hall B
1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
$75
Herman, the first African American labor secretary and Delta Sigma Theta, Inc. member, is the keynote speaker. This year’s theme is The Midwest Soul Train – Musical Memories of Our Movement. Tickets are available for purchase at the Duke Energy Convention Center Conference Registration.
Midwest Black Family Reunion Celebration
Sawyer Point
Noon – 8 p.m.
Free entry
Enjoy vendors, live music, and family-friendly activities. Headliner Jeffrey Osborne will perform at 6:30 p.m.
R&B Day Party featuring Kelly Price
OTR Live
4 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Free
Party and then enjoy a free live performance from R&B diva Kelly Price.
Black & Bling After Glow
Hyatt Regency
10 p.m.
Free entry
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. invites you to “drip in finesse” on the 2nd floor Sungarden and Findlay Room. DJ Mitch Gemstone will provide entertainment.
Related Article: Find out all of what is happening in Black Cincinnati this week.
Sunday, August 19
Delta Ecumenical Service
Duke Energy Convention Center
Grand Ballroom
9 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Free
During the Delta Sigma Theta, Inc. conference, join in on praise and worship service. Proceeds from the service will benefit the Community Action Agency.
Midwest Black Family Reunion Celebration
Sawyer Point
Noon – 8 p.m.
Free
Enjoy vendors, live music, and family-friendly activities. Headliner Marvin Sapp will perform at 6:30 p.m.
Daycation Sunday Funday
Treehouse Patio Bar
4 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Grab a swing, and enjoy entertainment and drink specials.
For more information about Vibe Cincinnati events, visit Vibe Cincinnati.
Related Article: Enjoy weekly free R&B with Friday Flow.
Written by: Crystal Kendrick
The Voice of Black Cincinnati is a media company designed to educate, recognize, and create opportunities for African Americans. Want to find local news, events, job postings, scholarships, and a database of local Black-owned businesses? Visit our homepage, explore other articles, subscribe to our newsletter, like our Facebook page, join our Facebook group, and text VOBC to 513-270-3880.
2018 Delta Sigma Theta Regional Conference images provided by Delta Sigma Theta
